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Electric Vehicles - Page 2

October 16, 2026
Business

Tesla unveils flying-thruster Roadster, with production targeted for 2028

Elon Musk has unveiled a redesigned Tesla Roadster equipped with SpaceX-developed thrusters capable of propelling the electric sports car into the air, with production scheduled to begin in 2028, eight years after

News/Technology

BYD Recalls 183,000 Cars Over Brake Pedal Safety Risk

Chinese electric vehicle maker BYD will immediately recall more than 180,000 cars to address a manufacturing defect affecting a brake pedal component, China’s market regulator said on Friday. The recall covers 183,211 Qin and Tang series vehicles produced between 2014

September 18, 2026

Volkswagen Recalls 208,724 US Vehicles Over Steering Failure Risk

News/Technology

Volkswagen is recalling 208,724 vehicles in the United States because of a faulty steering rack bolt that could break and result in a loss

Electric Vehicle Boom Drives European Auto Growth as Chinese Brands Gain Ground

Geopolitics/News

Europe’s automotive market recorded growth in May as rising demand for electric and hybrid vehicles offset a sharp decline in petrol and diesel sales,

Most Popular Electric Vehicles Fail to Hit Claimed Charging Speeds, Test Reveals

August 5, 2025
Diplomacy/News

A recent investigation into the real-world charging performance of the UK’s ten bestselling electric vehicles has revealed that most fall well short of their advertised maximum charging speeds — a finding that

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Chinese BYD and Its Local Agent Accused of Massive Tax Fraud in Sri Lanka

July 26, 2025
Corruption/Sri Lanka

Samagi Jana Balawegaya MP Mujibur Rahuman has accused Chinese electric vehicle giant BYD and its local agents in Sri Lanka of orchestrating a sophisticated tax evasion scheme—one that could be draining millions

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Is India Losing Its Auto Industry to China?

June 5, 2025
Geopolitics

Indian automakers are bracing for potential production halts as Beijing’s tightened restrictions on rare earth minerals and magnets continue to disrupt crucial supply chains, according to industry insiders cited by Nikkei Asia.

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Elon Musk Reaffirms Commitment to Tesla Leadership

May 21, 2025
United States/World

Elon Musk has reaffirmed his commitment to remain Tesla’s chief executive for at least the next five years, dismissing concerns about waning demand and speculation over his potential departure from the electric

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Toyota Warns Time Running Out to Challenge China’s Lead in Hydrogen Vehicles

May 5, 2025
Business/Electric vehicles

Toyota’s hydrogen chief has issued a stark warning that hydrogen-powered vehicles could suffer the same fate as electric cars if other countries fail to ramp up investment in the technology. Mitsumasa Yamagata,

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Western Carmakers Aim for a Stronger China Comeback with Local Expertise

April 21, 2025
Artificial Intelligence

Western automakers are poised to launch an aggressive comeback in China’s fiercely competitive car market this week, showcasing smarter, tech-heavy vehicles built in partnership with local companies. At the highly anticipated Shanghai

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BYD Sales Surge 29% on Strong Demand for Hybrid Cars and Technological Innovations

March 25, 2025
Business/Electric vehicles

Chinese electric vehicle (EV) giant BYD has reported a 29% increase in full-year sales, surpassing expectations and driven by strong demand for its plug-in hybrid vehicles in its domestic market. The results

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EU Investigates BYD Plant in Hungary Over Alleged Unfair Chinese Subsidies

March 21, 2025
Diplomacy/News

The European Commission has launched a probe into whether Chinese electric vehicle maker BYD received unfair subsidies for its plant in Hungary, a move that could escalate trade tensions between the EU

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BYD Commits to Working with Tesla Against Petrol Cars, Expands in Europe

March 5, 2025
Geopolitics/News

Chinese electric vehicle (EV) giant BYD has pledged to collaborate with rival Tesla in the fight against petrol-powered cars, despite fierce competition between the two automakers for dominance in the global EV

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AutoExport Expands Operations as Sri Lanka Lifts Vehicle Import Ban

February 27, 2025
Business/Electric vehicles

After six years of restrictions, Sri Lanka has finally lifted its long-standing vehicle import ban, creating new opportunities for luxury car enthusiasts and importers. Leading the charge in this revived market is

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Aston Martin Delays Electric Car Plans Under New CEO Adrian Hallmark

February 24, 2025
Artificial Intelligence/Technology

Aston Martin Lagonda has postponed its ambitious plans to become an electric car manufacturer in the near future, as the company’s new chief executive Adrian Hallmark re-evaluates its strategy. Hallmark, who took

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Carmakers Shift to Hybrids and Petrol for Profit Amid EV Delays

February 24, 2025
Artificial Intelligence/Technology

As the automotive industry navigates the lengthy journey toward widespread adoption of electric vehicles (EVs), major carmakers are increasingly turning to hybrid and petrol engine models to bolster profits. This strategic shift

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Japan Seeks Tesla’s Help to Rescue Nissan, Proposing US Factory Investment

February 22, 2025
Business/Electric vehicles

A high-level Japanese initiative, supported by former prime minister Yoshihide Suga, former Tesla board member Hiro Mizuno, and Suga’s former aide Hiroto Izumi, is hoping to draw Tesla into investing in the

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Electric Truck Maker Files for Bankruptcy Following Founder’s Fraud Conviction

February 21, 2025
Business/Electric vehicles

A once-promising electric truck manufacturer has filed for bankruptcy in the U.S., marking a dramatic downfall after its founder was convicted of fraud. The company, which had ambitions to rival Tesla, was

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Tesla Opens $200M Battery Factory in China Amid Trade War Tensions

February 13, 2025
Diplomacy/News

Tesla has officially launched its first energy storage gigafactory outside the United States, opening a $200 million battery facility in Shanghai despite ongoing trade tensions between Washington and Beijing. As reported by

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