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Euro car industry could be smashed by China’s growing EV dominance

Euro car industry could be smashed by China’s growing EV dominance

A new report from Allianz lays out the massive challenges facing Europe’s automotive industry as Chinese EV makers take market share away from the European incumbents.
The right hand drive Tesla Model X and Model S are cancelled: It’s time to move on

The right hand drive Tesla Model X and Model S are cancelled: It’s time to move on

Many reservation holders are upset by Tesla’s decision to cancel the RHD versions of the Model S and Model X. But it’s not all bad.
Weight of electric vehicles will not crush bridges, car parks, or the planet

Weight of electric vehicles will not crush bridges, car parks, or the planet

The latest whacky disinformation campaign trying to slow the electric vehicle revolution is around the weight of EVs. We set the record straight.
Tesla to keep an eye on sleepy drivers

Tesla to keep an eye on sleepy drivers

A hacker well known for revealing Tesla software changes says the cabin-facing camera is now measuring blinks and yawns to determine driver drowsiness.
Honda rolls out first EV on new electric platform as it finally moves on from hybrids

Honda rolls out first EV on new electric platform as it finally moves on from hybrids

Honda has revealed its second all-electric vehicle, and the first on its new electric platform. The ‘coupe-style’ SUV comes with 412km range.
Tesla cancels Model S and Model X deliveries in Australia and other RHD markets

Tesla cancels Model S and Model X deliveries in Australia and other RHD markets

Tesla tells Australian customers that it will not be building new Model S and Model X Plaid versions in right hand drive markets.
Australian battery maker lands $161 million defence deal for infantry vehicles

Australian battery maker lands $161 million defence deal for infantry vehicles

Australian battery maker Edea Energy has partnered with Energy Renaissance to supply locally made batteries to infantry fighting vehicles.
Subaru announces 4 new all-electric crossovers as it catches up to EV transition

Subaru announces 4 new all-electric crossovers as it catches up to EV transition

Subaru says it will launch 4 new all-electric crossovers by 2026 and plans a new electric platform as it plays catch up to the switch to EVs.