BYD overtakes Tesla as China’s EV giants dominate global sales

China’s EV automakers have surged ahead of the competition in global EV sales, and a new report shows just how far ahead they are. The International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) just dropped its third annual Global Automaker Rating, showing that Chinese carmakers dominate the zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) space. China now accounts for over 11… Continue reading BYD overtakes Tesla as China’s EV giants dominate global sales

European carmakers risk falling behind as Chinese leaders gain ground in EV global race

BERLIN, June 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) released its third Global Automaker Rating. The study shows that China-based automakers are accelerating their lead in the electric car market race, while Europe’s top automakers are struggling to maintain their position. The Global Automaker Rating offers an annual, data-driven rating of… Continue reading European carmakers risk falling behind as Chinese leaders gain ground in EV global race

Chinese Automakers Gain Ground in Global EV Race as Other World Leaders Risk Falling Behind

New ICCT report reveals China’s growing advantage in EV sales as BYD edges past Tesla in global BEV sales for the first time WASHINGTON, June 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) today released its third annual Global Automaker Rating, showing that China-based automakers are building significant leads in the zero-emission… Continue reading Chinese Automakers Gain Ground in Global EV Race as Other World Leaders Risk Falling Behind

Sign up: Volvo software boss to join free Autocar webinar on 25 June

Volvo has pushed heavily into the development of ‘software-defined vehicles’ in recent years – and the firm’s software engineering boss will join an Autocar webinar to explain the growing importance of the technology – and you can sign up here for free now. As its role in vehicle development and functionality becomes ever-more important, there are… Continue reading Sign up: Volvo software boss to join free Autocar webinar on 25 June

Sign up: Volvo software boss to join free Autocar-Siemens webinar on 25 June

A free webinar will delve into how software is defining the future of automotive – and you can sign up here now. As its role in vehicle development and functionality becomes ever-more important, there are huge questions over what software means for how we use our cars – and what the future holds. Hosted by Autocar… Continue reading Sign up: Volvo software boss to join free Autocar-Siemens webinar on 25 June

Your Apple CarPlay is getting a big update: 3 useful features coming with iOS 26

Apple Apple’s annual Worldwide Developers’ Conference (WWDC) happened last week, and the tech giant announced several new updates to iOS 26, including upgrades for Apple CarPlay users. Also: How to install iOS 26 beta on your iPhone (and which models support it) While you’ll have to enroll in the developer beta to get early access,… Continue reading Your Apple CarPlay is getting a big update: 3 useful features coming with iOS 26

Clean Technica: Australia Achieves 12% Plugins in May004064

The overall Australian auto market continues to be buoyant, with 109,425 light vehicles sold in May 2025. Of this number, 12% had plugs. A total of 10,065 battery electric cars (BEV) were sold (9.2% of the market) and 3,081 plugin hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) were sold (2.8% of the market). In the first five months… Continue reading Clean Technica: Australia Achieves 12% Plugins in May004064

Trump Wants to Kill California’s Emissions Standards. Here’s What That Means for EVs

This week the White House and President Donald Trump attempted to kill, once and for all, California’s plan to accelerate the sale of zero-emission cars and trucks in the state. In a ceremony in Washington, DC, on Thursday attended by trucking executives, Trump signed three resolutions passed by Congress aimed at revoking California’s nearly 60-year-old… Continue reading Trump Wants to Kill California’s Emissions Standards. Here’s What That Means for EVs

Volvo Cars signs recycled steel supply pact with SSAB

Volvo Cars has signed a new agreement with Swedish steel firm SSAB for the supply of high-quality, recycled and near zero-emissions steel starting from 2025. Volvo Cars is the first car maker to sign a supply agreement for recycled, near zero-emissions steel for serial production deliveries. The agreement is an extension of a long-term existing… Continue reading Volvo Cars signs recycled steel supply pact with SSAB

Volvo Cars signs recycled steel supply pact with SSAB

Volvo Cars has signed a new agreement with Swedish steel firm SSAB for the supply of high-quality, recycled and near zero-emissions steel starting from 2025. Volvo Cars is the first car maker to sign a supply agreement for recycled, near zero-emissions steel for serial production deliveries. The agreement is an extension of a long-term existing… Continue reading Volvo Cars signs recycled steel supply pact with SSAB