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BEV sales in Europe see largest decline in May, down 11% 

After recording a 15% year-on-year increase in April 2024 (144,588 units), demand for battery electric vehicles (BEVs) in Europe fell by 9% month on month, and by 11% YoY to 151,237 units in May 2024. According to JATO Dynamics’ data for 28 European markets, European new passenger car registrations totalled 1,087,699 units in May –… Continue reading BEV sales in Europe see largest decline in May, down 11% 

BEV sales in Europe see largest decline in May, down 11% 

After recording a 15% year-on-year increase in April 2024 (144,588 units), demand for battery electric vehicles (BEVs) in Europe fell by 9% month on month, and by 11% YoY to 151,237 units in May 2024. According to JATO Dynamics’ data for 28 European markets, European new passenger car registrations totalled 1,087,699 units in May –… Continue reading BEV sales in Europe see largest decline in May, down 11% 

Auto sector sees resilient two-wheeler growth amidst mixed performance in PVs and CVs for June 2024

Projections for FY25 indicate an anticipated growth rate of 11% for two-wheelers, 5% for both PVs and CVs, and 4% for tractors. Wholesale volumes across various segments of the automobile industry in June 2024 are anticipated to reflect a subdued trend, primarily attributed to the absence of wedding dates, according to Anand Rathi report. Analysts… Continue reading Auto sector sees resilient two-wheeler growth amidst mixed performance in PVs and CVs for June 2024

Volvo believes estate demand has returned – but has it?

News that Volvo will revive sales of estate cars in the UK after cancelling them last year has gained huge traction both inside and outside the automotive media, possibly driven by those who still prefer estates to the now-dominant SUV bodystyle. Volvo told Autocar it had brought back the V60 and V90 estates “due to… Continue reading Volvo believes estate demand has returned – but has it?

Skoda Elroq inbound as raised electric hatchback for 2025

Skoda’s new sub-£40k Elroq EV has been spotted testing, offering an early glimpse of the car ahead of its official launch this autumn.  The Skoda Elroq will be the mid-tier option between the existing Skoda Enyaq and the upcoming, budget-friendly Epiq city SUV, taking on rivals such as the Volvo EX30, Hyundai Kona Electric and… Continue reading Skoda Elroq inbound as raised electric hatchback for 2025

Uber Freight and self driving trucks startup Aurora partner for the long haul

Uber Freight and Aurora Innovation have announced a multi-year collaboration that will see Aurora’s autonomous driving technology offered on the Uber Freight network through 2030.  The deal gives Aurora access to shipping customers as it prepares to launch its fully driverless commercial service later this year. It also helps Aurora also secure longer-term customers through… Continue reading Uber Freight and self driving trucks startup Aurora partner for the long haul

Fresh off at The Smarter E Europe, VREMT’s New Residential Energy Storage is a Testament to Extreme Safety in Brand Nature

NINGBO, China, June 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — On June 19-21, The Smarter E Europe 2024 took place at the ICM, Munich, Germany. Themed around “EXTREME SAFETY, EXTREME HAPPINESS”, VREMT wowed European visitors at the exhibition, with a showcase of residential energy storage products, charging products and scenario-based integrated energy solutions. Focused on safe energy storage,… Continue reading Fresh off at The Smarter E Europe, VREMT’s New Residential Energy Storage is a Testament to Extreme Safety in Brand Nature