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Energy density of electric car batteries rising sharply

A statistical review shows the increase in energy density of electric car batteries in recent years, with gains in range and weight reduction.

Expresso News: the weekly automotive news review

BlogAutomobile publishes its weekly recap of automotive news.

The ten most affordable cars in Brazil in November 2026

The ranking of the best-selling low-priced cars in Brazil is dominated by the Fiat Mobi at 72,490 reais, while entry-level models have seen their prices increase.

In Norway, a Jeep Avenger experiences repeated brake failures and the dispute stalls

A Norwegian owner of a new Jeep Avenger reports repeated brake failures since January 2025; his dealer disputes the complaint drafted with the help of AI.

In the United States, only 11% of internal combustion engine car owners consider switching to electric

An American survey shows that convincing buyers of internal combustion engine cars to switch to electric remains difficult, with only 11% considering it for their next purchase.

Regional dealers drive BYD's next phase of growth

BYD relies on a network of regional distributors to support its next phase of commercial growth.

German dealer Autohaus König insolvent

Bavarian auto distributor Autohaus König is insolvent; the future of its sites in Bavaria remains uncertain.

Toyota invests $1.34 billion in Argentina

Toyota announces a $1.34 billion investment in Argentina, presented as a counter-offensive by legacy automakers in Latin America.

ACC will supply battery cells to Mercedes starting in 2027

Cell manufacturer ACC will produce batteries for Mercedes-Benz electric vehicles starting in 2027.

Xiaomi rules out cheap electric cars for now

Xiaomi explains that it does not intend to position itself in the segment of low-priced small electric cars, preferring other product ranges.

British sports car manufacturer prepares its return

Another British sports car manufacturer is looking to be reborn with a new model.

Driver victim of Tesla Summon function malfunction in a parking lot

A Tesla owner reports that a Summon call in a parking lot went wrong, illustrating the limits of the automatic maneuvering system.

A 1928 Bentley 4.5 Litre barn find could top one million dollars

A 1928 Bentley 4.5 Litre with Vanden Plas bodywork, found in a barn, is being auctioned. Its rarity and previous sales of this model suggest a seven-figure value.

Political debate on electric vehicles in Australia

Political figures are judged reluctant to defend electric vehicles, with Australia cited as a possible model.

Seat vehicle recall for a screw defect

Seat launches a recall campaign concerning a screw that complicates workshop handling.

A2A wants to densify its charging network in provincial Italy

The head of A2A advocates for a dense territorial network of charging points to accelerate the transition to electric cars in Italy.

Ionity wants to deploy fast chargers without strengthening the power grid

Ionity presents a solution to accelerate the deployment of its fast charging stations in Europe by bypassing grid limitations.

Corferias Auto Show announces its dates

The auto show organized at Corferias, in Bogota, communicates the dates of its next edition.

Australia: street-side charging points soon unusable

Electric vehicle charging points installed on Australian streets risk becoming unusable, according to an ABC report.

Lamborghini says it is not overly concerned about the Chinese market, for now

The Italian supercar manufacturer says it is not concerned in the short term about the Chinese automotive market, while remaining attentive to its evolution.

Mobileye wins contract with major US automaker

Mobileye announces an agreement with a major American automobile manufacturer, boosting its stock price.

Toyota tests affordable urban electric SUV prototype in Europe

Toyota is testing in Europe a prototype of an affordable compact electric SUV, intended for the urban segment. The manufacturer has not specified a launch date.

Peterbilt opens its electric trucks to public fleets via Sourcewell

Peterbilt adds its range of medium and heavy-duty electric trucks to its cooperative purchasing agreement with Sourcewell, facilitating the electrification of state and municipal fleets.

BYD Dolphin Surf: comparison between certified and real consumption

A test compares the certified and real consumption of the BYD Dolphin Surf.

Citroën reportedly working on an electric 2 CV return around €15,000

According to Spanish press, Citroën is working on an electric reinterpretation of the 2 CV positioned around €15,000.

Lombardy: up to €10,000 in aid per vehicle for taxis in 2026

The Lombardy region has launched a 2026 call for projects offering up to €10,000 in aid per vehicle for taxis to renew their fleets.

2026 outlook for the Japanese market in-vehicle wireless communications

A study presents the prospects for the Japanese market for short-range in-vehicle wireless communication systems in 2026.

Evolution of global electric car sales by country from 2010 to 2025

A review traces the trajectory of electric vehicle sales across different countries between 2010 and 2025.