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EV Ownership Soars: Survey Finds 92% Of Drivers Plan To Stick With An EV

A Global Survey Of 23,000 EV Drivers Highlights Commitment To EVs Due To Lower Costs, Environmental Benefits, And A Better Driving Experience

Italy Backs Tesla’s Push for EU-Wide Approval of Supervised FSD

Tesla has gained public support from Italy’s government in its effort to secure European Union approval for its supervised driving software. Deputy Prime Minister and Transport Minister Matteo Salvini said he supports a swift decision after speaking with Elon Musk, giving the company backing from another major EU member state ahead of a planned December vote.

XPeng Begins Mona L03 Deliveries in France After July Launch

XPeng’s first Mona L03 customer in France received the SUV from chairman and CEO He Xiaopeng himself at a Paris handover on October 13. The milestone moves the model beyond its July launch and into customer deliveries in Europe, supporting the Chinese automaker’s effort to expand its presence in overseas mass-market segments.

BYD Plans Four European Factories as It Expands Local EV Production

The company expects to select its second European assembly site by the end of 2026, with Spain and France among the preferred locations and existing factories favored over building new facilities.

Xpeng Reaches 6,000 Vehicles Sold in France as Overseas Growth Accelerates

The milestone comes as Xpeng reported record overseas deliveries in July, with international sales accounting for more than a quarter of its total monthly deliveries.

Cadillac Introduces 2025 Optiq EV Crossover in Europe, Starting at €65,000

The model targets luxury buyers seeking a compact, high-performance EV underpinned by GM’s global Ultium platform.

Tesla Gains Ground in Select European Markets While Facing Intensifying Competition

Analysts warn the automaker’s limited lineup, unchanged since 2020, risks losing further ground as European and Chinese rivals introduce newer models.

Tesla’s Sales Drop in Europe While BYD Triples Growth in 2025

Europe’s car sales climb in July as Tesla sales drop and BYD’s triple.

Stellantis Abandons Hydrogen Strategy, Citing Lack of Market Readiness

The decision ends planned production of hydrogen-powered Pro One vans in France and Poland.

Tesla Ordered to Halt “Deceptive Practices” in France or Face Daily Fines

The company has not yet responded publicly to the allegations.

Tesla sales in several European countries continue tumble in April

Markets like Switzerland continued to shun Tesla’s offerings in April.

Global EV Sales Went Up 18% In January 2025: Reaching 1.3 Million Units

Strong Performance In Europe And China Boosts Global Growth, While North America Faces Tax Credit Hurdles And Seasonal Declines

DS Automobiles Kicks Off Orders For The N°8: A High-Performance Luxury EV With 565-Mile Range

With Up To 565 Miles Of Range And Advanced DS IRIS SYSTEM 2.0, The DS N°8 Redefines Luxury And Eco-Conscious Design In Premium EVs

Hyundai Claims Top Spots In 2024 Green NCAP Awards For Eco-Friendly Excellence

With The IONIQ 6 And KONA Electric Leading Their

Polestar’s 2025 Roadmap To EV Success: A Bold Step Toward Profitability

Polestar Outlines Plans For Aggressive Growth, Including New Models Like The Polestar 5 GT And Polestar 7

DS N°8: Stellantis Unveils New Electric Luxury SUV With 750 km Of Range

The DS N°8 Combines Sleek Design, Powerful Powertrains, And Advanced Tech To Redefine Electric Luxury SUVs When It Arrives In Mid-2025

EV Battery Prices Soar Downward: A 20% Price Drop In 2024

With Costs Down 20%, BloombergNEF Estimates That The $100/kWh Milestone Is Within Reach, Accelerating The Global Shift To EVs

57% Of Drivers Worldwide Plan To Own An EV Within The Next 10 Years

A New Survey Uncovers Regional Variations, Emerging Consumer Segments, And Key Priorities Reshaping The Future Of EV Ownership

Stellantis Proves EVs Can Go The Distance: STLA Medium Sets New Long-Range Standards

With Only Two Charging Stops From Paris To Nice, The Peugeot E-3008 And Other STLA Medium EVs Are Setting New Standards For Long-Distance Travel

Ampere Marks One Year Of Innovation And Growth In The European EV Landscape

Renault’s EV Division Unveils Efficient Production, Strategic Collaborations, And Future-Ready Battery Innovations