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Tesla dominates again in Norway, but slump continues in rest of Europe

Tesla dominates again in Norway, but slump continues in rest of Europe

European car sales data reveal complicated story for Tesla, going well in Norway but continuing slump in rest of Europe even as overall EV sales strengthen.
The battle against misinformation, and the search for EV mechanics

The battle against misinformation, and the search for EV mechanics

New research from NRMA Insurance has highlighted the need to ramp up efforts to educate and combat misinformation about battery safety and the environmental impact of EVs.
BYD sales growth stutter after price war kicks off in world’s biggest market

BYD sales growth stutter after price war kicks off in world’s biggest market

BYD reports only marginal growth in new energy vehicles sales in May, due to latest price war, but full battery EVs now account for more than half of sales.
MG jacks up Australia pricing for most variants of MG4 electric hatchback

MG jacks up Australia pricing for most variants of MG4 electric hatchback

MG announces price rises for Australia’s most popular electric hatchback, with the base model now $7,000 more expensive than its special price offered in 2024.
Tesla rebounds in May as Model Y records best month of sales in more than a year

Tesla rebounds in May as Model Y records best month of sales in more than a year

Bumper month for Tesla Model Y in May as deliveries start for refreshed model, although Model 3 electric sedan remains in a deep slump.
Smaller and lower cost Tesla EV spotted testing ahead of imminent launch

Smaller and lower cost Tesla EV spotted testing ahead of imminent launch

There has been another sighting of Tesla’s upcoming lower cost electric SUV, this time at the company’s test track in Fremont California.
MG’s next electric SUV – the MGS6 EV – approved for sale in Australia

MG’s next electric SUV – the MGS6 EV – approved for sale in Australia

MG’s upcoming bigger electric SUV – the MGS6 EV – obtains regulatory approval for sale in Australia.
EVs increase share across Europe, even as Tesla sales plummet in 2025

EVs increase share across Europe, even as Tesla sales plummet in 2025

EV sales continue to surge across Europe, with the notable exception of Tesla.