Renault 4 EV offers more spacious alternative to sleek sister model

The small crossover is taller and has a wider wheelbase than the Renault 5, making it more practical for families, much like the original icon built from the 1960s until the 1990s.

May 20, 2025 11:00 PM
VW to roll out cheaper MEB Plus platform using LFP batteries

The MEB Plus platform with cheaper lithium iron phosphate battery chemistry is seen as the “next big step” for EVs to achieve profit margin parity with combustion-engine cars.

May 20, 2025 10:50 PM
Interactive data dashboard: Get the latest Europe sales and other key statistics

An interactive data dashboard for the Europe region.

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May 20, 2025 05:02 PM
Sales of EVs surged in 2024 on demand for plug-in hybrids, IEA study finds

The Chinese, U.S. and U.K. EV markets rose in 2024 while Germany and France saw mixed results in sales of BEVs and PHEVs.

May 20, 2025 01:38 PM
Stellantis-backed Leapmotor aims to break even this year with focus on EV exports

The Chinese automaker narrowed its first quarter loss to $18 million, helped by EV exports to Europe and other markets. Manufacturing in Europe is now planned for 2026 after an earlier effort stalled.

May 20, 2025 09:16 AM
Toyota adds bZ4X Touring electric crossover to European lineup

The bZ4X Touring, which will launch next year, has one-third more cargo space than the standard bZ4X. It is a sister vehicle to the Subaru Trailseeker and will be sold in the U.S. as the bZ Woodland.

May 19, 2025 11:00 PM
Suppliers to the new Audi A6

The A6 range of premium large cars is underpinned by the MLB3 platform.

May 19, 2025 10:35 PM
China’s Chery, with eye on BYD, MG, accelerates Omoda and Jaecoo’s Europe model offensive

SUV-focused subsidiaries Omoda and Jaecoo to add four new models by 2026 while expanding drivetrains and entering new markets.

May 19, 2025 10:30 PM
Mitsubishi will not to pursue investment in Renault’s Ampere EV business

Renault's Ampere unit shrugged off Mitsubishi's decision, saying it does not need help from minority shareholders.

May 19, 2025 08:06 PM
VW CEO Oliver Blume is optimistic on U.S. tariffs, China rebound

In an interview, VW Group CEO Oliver Blume outlined the automaker's strategy to cope with U.S. tariffs including production possibilities for Audi and Porsche and why he expects a rebound in China.

May 19, 2025 10:48 AM
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