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China: ranking of internal combustion SUV sales from January to August

Ranking of internal combustion SUV sales in China over the first eight months of the year.

Renault offers two free monthly payments on hybrid Clio in long-term lease in November 2026

Renault offers two free monthly payments on a Clio full hybrid E-Tech 160 in long-term lease in November 2026, with a 3,000 euro down payment and mileage limits.

Germany: Wholesale spare parts trade rises by 6.2% over nine months

According to the GVA survey, auto parts wholesale shows a nominal increase of 6.2% over the first nine months of 2026. Members view the general economic climate as sluggish but report positive activity within their own businesses.

Mercedes-Benz develops system to clear snow from windows before doors open

Mercedes-Benz is developing a function capable of blowing accumulated snow off the bodywork and windows before the driver opens the doors.

Spain: 58,075 charging points, variable tariffs, and cable theft

Spain has 58,075 electric vehicle charging points, with prices varying depending on the charging location. Cable theft from charging stations remains a recurring problem.

Kia defends electric cars in Spain while highlighting their limitations

Kia believes in Spain that the electric car is already the best alternative, while pointing out the persistent barriers to its adoption.

Suzuki Swift available for leasing from €69 per month

A German leasing offer makes the Suzuki Swift available starting at €69 per month.

India: Nitin Gadkari proposes nighttime charging rates of 3 rupees per kWh

Indian minister Nitin Gadkari proposes a rate of 3 rupees per unit for electric vehicle charging at night and 5 rupees during the day, to reduce usage costs.

Chinese brands gain ground in the Italian market

Analysis of the top 10 Chinese car sales in Italy in 2025 and their gradual establishment in Europe.

Kawasaki aims for hydrogen motorcycles but faces infrastructure hurdles

Kawasaki is working on hydrogen-powered motorcycles, but deployment depends on resolving issues related to hydrogen distribution and refueling infrastructure.

Eli prepares a faster version of its electric microcar

Manufacturer Eli Electric Vehicles announces the upcoming arrival of a new, faster version of its electric microcar, expanding its use beyond slow lanes.

Foton: Main funds make net purchases of 3.35 million yuan on November 3

Foton stock (600166) recorded net purchases of 3.35 million yuan by main funds during the trading session on November 3.

Eight-year cost-of-ownership comparison between a 100,000-yuan electric car and an internal-combustion model

A Chinese media outlet assesses whether a 100,000-yuan electric car actually saves the price of an internal-combustion car over eight years of use.

Rumor about mandatory small tanks for plug-in hybrids in Europe

A rumor evokes European plans to impose small gasoline tanks on plug-in hybrids to favor electric use; the article assesses its credibility.

LOBO announces export orders for its new electric models

Electric vehicle manufacturer LOBO has announced that it has secured export orders for its new electric models.

Tesla owners protest in Spain after Model Y battery failures

Tesla Model Y owners gathered in front of the Fuenlabrada service center, near Madrid, to denounce battery failures immobilizing their vehicles, including taxis.

Jorge Giorgi visits Ford global headquarters and analyzes industry future

Jorge Giorgi visited Ford's global headquarters to discuss the future of the automotive industry.

Modified Plymouth Barracuda resold at auction triples buyer's investment in one month

A customized Plymouth Barracuda was resold at auction for three times the price paid just a month earlier, illustrating the volatility of the modified American car market.

BelGee sets a new sales record in October

The Belarusian joint venture BelGee, linked to Geely, announces a record number of car sales in October.

Used Volkswagen Golf Country listed at €12,000

A used Volkswagen Golf Country, the raised all-wheel-drive version of the Golf, is being offered for €12,000 with 314,000 kilometers on the odometer in the Netherlands.

Vehicle-to-grid could save British motorists 620 pounds a year

According to a study, bidirectional vehicle-to-grid charging would allow electric vehicle drivers in the United Kingdom to save around 620 pounds a year.

Brembo markets new braking solutions derived from MotoGP

Lombard supplier Brembo is bringing to market a new brake caliper derived from its MotoGP experience.

New electric Renault Megane to target Tesla Model Y with 465 miles of range

Renault is preparing a radical redesign of its Megane, a software-defined electric C-segment model offering up to 465 miles of range, which marks a new design direction.

Kempower equips an electric truck charging park in the United Kingdom

A public charging park for electric heavy goods vehicles opens at Magna Park with 32 DC points up to 400 kW supplied by Kempower, with an extension targeted at 200 points.

Heidelberg wants to convert its hydrogen truck to diesel due to lack of reliability

The city of Heidelberg, after an expert assessment, wants to convert its hydrogen truck to diesel due to repeated immobilizations and operation judged never durably reliable.

Green light for electric charging stations at Meadow Mall in Boothbay

The project to install electric vehicle charging stations at Meadow Mall in Boothbay clears an administrative step.

Repairable Electric Car Motors Instead of Replacements

A technical solution now allows for repairing a failed electric car motor instead of replacing it, reducing usage costs and waste.