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Global EV Sales to Exceed 25% in 2026 as Emerging Markets Accelerate Adoption
BloombergNEF forecasts electric vehicles will exceed 25% of global car sales in 2026, driven by lower battery costs, affordable models and emerging-market growth.
Shell’s Radical Small EV Concept Takes Efficiency to the Next Level
Shell’s Triple 10 EV concept targets a 10-minute 10-80% charge on a 175kW charger, 10 km/kWh efficiency and a 10-tonne lifecycle CO2 footprint.
Polestar 4 Receives Chassis Upgrades; Priced from £56,750 in the UK
Polestar 4 receives chassis refinements, improved steering and a lower carbon footprint for the new model year. UK prices start at £56,750.
Volkswagen and Elli to Launch Vehicle-to-Grid Charging Package in Germany
Volkswagen, Elli and The Mobility House will launch a Vehicle-to-Grid charging package in Germany in late 2026, offering eligible EV owners up to €720 in first-year bonuses.
Rivian Removes R1T and R1S Dual Standard Models as R2 Takes Over Entry-Level Role
Rivian has removed the R1T and R1S Dual Standard trims, raising starting prices by $7,000 as the automaker shifts focus toward the upcoming R2 crossover.
Xiaomi YU7 GT Sets Autonomous Nürburgring Nordschleife Lap Record
Xiaomi YU7 GT completes the Nürburgring Nordschleife without a driver, setting a 10:29.483 lap and prompting a new autonomous EV category.
Renault 4 E-Tech Plein Sud Begins Solar-Powered Drive From Land’s End to John O’Groats
Renault’s 4 E-Tech electric Plein Sud will travel from Land’s End to John O’Groats using solar energy, highlighting EV charging powered by the sun.
CATL Unveils TENER Sodium-Ion Energy Storage System for Grid-Scale Deployment
CATL has unveiled TENER Sodium, a commercial sodium-ion energy storage system with over 30 MWh capacity, modular design and global deliveries planned for 2027.
BYD Brings Eight New Models to Goodwood Festival of Speed 2026
BYD Group will unveil eight models at Goodwood Festival of Speed 2026, including DENZA’s UK launch, the BYD DOLPHIN G DM-i and YANGWANG U9 Xtreme.
Skoda Peaq Debuts as New Seven-Seat EV Flagship SUV: Everything You Need to Know
Skoda has revealed UK pricing and specifications for the new Peaq electric seven-seat SUV, offering up to 390 miles of range and prices from £51,980.
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