LONDON — Nissan Motor will sell only electric vehicles in Europe by the end of the decade, President and CEO Makoto Uchida said here Monday, as automakers prepare for a 2035 deadline to make the shift on much of the continent. “Nissan will make the switch to full electric by 2030 in Europe,” Uchida said… Continue reading Nissan Motor to sell only EVs in Europe by 2030
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Japan’s EV infrastructure is aging as market fails to take off
TOKYO — Japan’s electric vehicle charging infrastructure is looking long in the tooth, with charging stations being shut down as the market for such vehicles remains small, further hampering their spread. Last year, a business owner in the city of Kyoto quit operating five high-speed EV chargers installed at his mobile phone shop in 2014. The… Continue reading Japan’s EV infrastructure is aging as market fails to take off
UAW strikes at more GM and Stellantis sites, touts progress with Ford
DETROIT (Reuters) — The United Auto Workers expanded its strikes against Detroit automakers General Motors and Chrysler parent Stellantis but kept its Ford walkout limited to a single plant due to progress made in talks, the union said on Friday. The auto workers’ union began strikes at noon EDT (1600 GMT) on Friday against 38… Continue reading UAW strikes at more GM and Stellantis sites, touts progress with Ford
Toyota to triple EV output as it chases Tesla, BYD
NAGOYA, Japan — Toyota Motor plans to triple electric vehicle production in 2025 from its 2024 plan, Nikkei has learned, as the automaker steps up its electrification push to catch up to rivals including Tesla and BYD. The automaker notified major parts suppliers of its plans to boost production of Toyota and Lexus brand EVs… Continue reading Toyota to triple EV output as it chases Tesla, BYD
Indonesia’s battery travails and China’s EV largesse
Hello, this is Kenji from Hong Kong. Over the past week, I have been following the developments surrounding Chinese electric vehicles. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced the start of an investigation into the country over subsidies for its EV sector on Sept. 13, warning that global markets are “now flooded” with “artificially”… Continue reading Indonesia’s battery travails and China’s EV largesse
Asian EV companies descend on Dunkirk as Europe courts investment
PARIS — Asian companies are streaming into France’s “battery valley” as Europe steps up efforts to attract EV investment. The latest example is Taiwanese battery maker ProLogium, which announced in May that it will invest 5.2 billion euros ($5.5 billion) to build a gigafactory in Dunkirk, the country’s traditional automaking heartland. Go to Source
SoftBank-backed Ola races to lead in India’s e-scooter market
MUMBAI — As the world’s second-largest market for two-wheeled vehicles goes electric, India’s Ola Electric Mobility has taken a strong early lead over established rivals that had focused on gasoline-powered models. Ola scooters in a rainbow of colors are a common sight on the streets in Bengaluru, the manufacturer’s home city. Go to Source
Chinese EV startup Nio bets on car connectivity with new smartphone
SHANGHAI — Chinese electric vehicle startup Nio unveiled its first-ever smartphone on Thursday, hoping to tap demand from drivers looking for smoother integration with car functions like navigation, air conditioning and door locks. “Nio drivers are looking for a smartphone that connects seamlessly with their cars. We developed a phone that makes your car easier… Continue reading Chinese EV startup Nio bets on car connectivity with new smartphone
Sunak delays U.K. ban on gas-powered cars by five years to 2035
LONDON (Reuters) — Prime Minister Rishi Sunak watered down Britain’s plans to tackle climate change on Wednesday, saying he would delay a ban on sales of new gasoline-powered cars in order to maintain the consent of the British people in the switch to net-zero. Sunak said he remains committed to the legally binding target of reaching… Continue reading Sunak delays U.K. ban on gas-powered cars by five years to 2035
China gives EV sector billions of yuan in subsidies
HONG KONG — China’s generosity to the electric vehicle sector when it comes to handing out subsidies has come under fresh scrutiny since the European commission announced an investigation into the matter. An analysis of listed companies shows that substantial amounts of government money are indeed flowing to the strategically important industry. Among more than… Continue reading China gives EV sector billions of yuan in subsidies