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China Car Exports Surge 62.3% as Domestic Sales Fall
China car exports jumped 62.3% in October 2026 as domestic sales fell 27.4%, pushing automakers to expand overseas amid rising trade barriers.
India Will Need Additional 25,000 EV Fast Chargers in Next 3 Years: Exicom CEO
India may need 25,000 additional DC fast chargers over three years as electric cars, buses and trucks increase demand for reliable charging infrastructure.
XPeng Flying Car Could Launch in China by Summer 2027
XPeng targets a limited 2027 launch for its $300,000 electric flying vehicle, offering two seats, autonomous flight and a current range of 30 kilometres.
Tesla to Add Cybertruck Shift to Clear Orders Before Dismantling Line Next Year
Tesla plans an extra Cybertruck production shift to clear pending orders before redirecting the line towards its Cybercab robotaxi next year.
Tesla to Wind Down Cybertruck Production in Texas by 2027
Tesla plans to wind down Cybertruck production in Texas by mid-2027 to expand Cybercab manufacturing as weak sales and repeated recalls challenge the pickup.
Indian Bank Targets Rs 100 Crore EV Charging Loans in FY27
Indian Bank's IND Green Charge scheme targets Rs 100 crore in FY27 lending, offering eligible EV charging projects loans of up to Rs 10 crore.
Volvo Cars Shares Plunge 30% as 2,500 Jobs Face Cuts
Volvo Cars shares plunged nearly 30% after a 3.7 billion crown quarterly loss, with 2,500 more job cuts and an additional 5 billion crowns in planned savings.
US Military Bans BYD Vehicles at Japan Air Base
The US military will ban BYD vehicles from Japan's Kadena Air Base from October 26, citing security risks without publicly detailing the specific concerns.
Audi Appoints Jeff Zhang as China President Amid Sales Slump
Audi appoints Jeff Zhang as China president from November 1, 2026, as falling sales and fierce electric-vehicle competition pressure the premium automaker.
Tesla Cybercab Sales Target Faces Federal Safety Probe
Tesla aims to deliver Cybercab robotaxis by year-end 2026 as a federal safety probe examines compliance with rules for driverless vehicles.
Volkswagen Xpeng Partnership Struggles as China EV Sales Fall
Volkswagen’s ID. UNYX 08 sales fall far below targets as Chinese EV rivals gain ground, raising concerns over pricing, technology and distribution.
Tesla Flying Roadster Unveiled as Musk Targets 2028 Production
Tesla unveils its flying Roadster prototype with rocket-inspired propulsion, claiming sub-second acceleration as questions remain over safety and 2028 production.
Chinese Car Brands Gain Ground at Europe’s Biggest Auto Show
Chinese car brands expand across Europe as the Paris Motor Show highlights electric vehicle innovation, rising market share, trade tensions and local production plans.
Volkswagen CEO Urges EU Support for Major Restructuring
Volkswagen CEO Oliver Blume urges EU policymakers to support local manufacturing as the automaker restructures amid rising competition from Chinese electric vehicles.
Tesla FSD EU Vote Delayed Until December
Tesla FSD EU approval is delayed as the October vote is pushed back, with December now the earliest apparent opportunity for a decision.
Europe Car Sales Rise 5.3% as EV Demand Surges in August
Europe car sales rose 5.3% in August as EV demand surged, petrol and diesel declined and Chinese automakers increased their market share.
Ultraviolette Raises $85 Million, Adds Intel CEO as Adviser
Ultraviolette raises $85 million with Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan as adviser, plans US entry in 2027, new models, expanded production and EV platforms.
Volkswagen Job Cuts: 50,000 Positions Targeted by 2030
Volkswagen is preparing for the biggest restructuring in its history after the company’s supervisory board unanimously approved a long-term...
Range Rover SV Ultra Launched in India at Rs 3.80 Crore
Range Rover has expanded its ultra-luxury portfolio in India with the launch of the new Range Rover SV Ultra,...
VinFast Patents Viper Electric Scooter and New Electric Motorcycle in India
VinFast is continuing to strengthen its India strategy by securing design patents for two new electric two-wheelers. The latest...
China’s Rare Earth Dominance Faces Technology Challenge as US and Japan Lead High-Value Patents
China rare earth patents have become a focal point in the global technology race as a new study reveals...