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In April 2024, the European Union car market grew by 13.7%, with new registrations totalling 913,995 units, driven by strong increases across all major markets: Spain (+23.1%), Germany (+19.8%), France (+10.9%), and Italy (+7.7%). …

Even after tariffs and modifications to meet European standards, BYD executives have pledged to sell the Seagull for less than €20,000. …

The die was already cast when Ursula von der Leyen announced an EU probe into market-distorting subsidies for Chinese electric vehicles last fall. …

China's Li Auto said it has postponed plans to launch pure electric SUV models to next year, citing hurdles such as a lack of enough fast chargers, sending its shares down more than 17% on Tuesday, 21 May 2024. …

Stellantis has formed a joint venture with Chinese electric vehicle (EV) start-up Leapmotor that will bring EV models to European markets in the fourth quarter 2024, beginning with Leapmotor’s T03 and C10 models. …

The US government is increasing import duties on electric vehicles (EVs) by more than 100% with an eye on controlling imports from China. …

The brand's first EV, the two-door Lanzador crossover, will not arrive until 2028. Lamborghini is holding off for now on making its sports cars full-electric as skepticism around the technology grows. …

The automaker continued to import Mini Coopers with banned parts from Sichuan Jingweida Technology Group until at least April 2024. …

Tesla is working to appease some European leasing companies after the automaker’s repeated retail price cuts tanked their fleets’ value and its slow service and expensive repairs alienated their corporate customers. …

The Topolino microcars allegedly violate the Made in Italy law for having the national flag on them when they are assembled in Morocco. …

This year’s International Day for Women in Maritime focuses on the crucial role of women in ensuring maritime safety worldwide, while highlighting the changing attitudes towards gender in the industry. …

Renault will relaunch plug-in hybrid drivetrains with a 300-hp four-wheel-drive option for the Rafale midsize crossover. …

The changing landscape of logistics will be the subject of an expert panel at the Automotive News Europe Congress in Frankfurt on 12 June 2024. …

Tesla must clear other hurdles before expanding the site, including environmental approval. …

Turkey says separate negotiations with SAIC, which owns MG, and Great Wall are also underway. …

Renault will continue designing its own electric Twingo, scheduled to go on sale in 2026. …

The presentation of PAULA, a technological platform that optimises the port of call processes for ships, was held in the iconic Clock Building of the Port of València with the participation of around one hundred …

On 16 May 2024 Scandinavian automotive logistics leader Axess Logistics has announced a strategic partnership with Vinturas, a global supply chain collaboration network solution, to enhance its l …

Japan's Honda Motor pledged to double its electrification and software investment to about $65 bn over the 10 years running through the 2030 business year, it said on Thursday, 16 May 2024. …

To decarbonise freight transport more quickly, government action should prioritise the expansion of the charging infrastructure for electric trucks,  …