However, Euro NCAP board member and Thatcham Research chief technical offi cer Richard Billyeald argues that the higher standards demanded by regulators, and the star ratings that come attached to them, are important to buyers of new cars. “Euro NCAP has always pushed way beyond legislation, and that’s what it’s designed to do,” he said. “Legislation… Continue reading Euro NCAP standards threatening small, affordable cars
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Clean Technica: Tesla’s Competitors Move Ahead with Affordable EVs — Not Skimpy Promises003980
Sign up for CleanTechnica’s Weekly Substack for Zach and Scott’s in-depth analyses and high level summaries, sign up for our daily newsletter, and/or follow us on Google News! Tesla announced its Q1 2025 earnings report this week, and many questions continue to hover over the all-electric carmaker. While experiencing a momentary resurgence since the first… Continue reading Clean Technica: Tesla’s Competitors Move Ahead with Affordable EVs — Not Skimpy Promises003980
Used EV prices fell 40%, and buyers are searching like never before
More car buyers are hunting for used EVs – CarMax says searches filtered by “electric vehicle” have nearly doubled since January 2022. CarMax saw EV searches surge in March 2022 and again in June 2024. The first spike lined up with the gas price shock after Russia invaded Ukraine, and the second came right as… Continue reading Used EV prices fell 40%, and buyers are searching like never before
Trump wants automakers to move vehicle production to the U.S. It’s not that simple
Ford Motor Company’s electric F-150 Lightning on the production line at its Rouge Electric Vehicle Center in Dearborn, Michigan, on Sept. 8, 2022. Jeff Kowalsky | AFP | Getty Images DETROIT – When President Donald Trump hinted last week at a reprieve from 25% auto tariffs, he suggested it would be to allow automakers more… Continue reading Trump wants automakers to move vehicle production to the U.S. It’s not that simple
Jaecoo owner Chery to launch third brand in UK to challenge Dacia
Jaecoo and Omoda parent Chery is gearing up to launch its third brand in the UK, called Lepas – with a Dacia Duster rival tipped to arrive later this year. The Chinese manufacturer, which is the world’s largest exporter of cars, has already had success with its first two ventures in the UK, recording more… Continue reading Jaecoo owner Chery to launch third brand in UK to challenge Dacia
Leapmotor confirms VW Golf and Renault 4 rivals plus small SUV
Chinese electric car maker Leapmotor will expand its global line-up in the next two years with a pair of hatchbacks and a small SUV. The firm, which is partnered with Stellantis, currently sells the T03 supermini and C10 SUV in Europe and will add the B10 crossover by the end of the year. Not long after… Continue reading Leapmotor confirms VW Golf and Renault 4 rivals plus small SUV
High Schoolers’ AI-Enabled Device Deters Drunk Driving
Accidents happen, but not all of them are inevitable. Drunk driving is one of the deadliest and most preventable causes of roadway fatalities. In 2022 alone, more than 13,000 people died in alcohol-related vehicular crashes in the United States, accounting for nearly a third of all traffic deaths, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety… Continue reading High Schoolers’ AI-Enabled Device Deters Drunk Driving
Renault Charts Multi-Fuel Strategy, Explores Hybrids for Future Lineup
80% of market to stay petrol + CNG by 2032, says MD Mamillapalle Strong hybrids under evaluation for Duster, Bigster Kiger EV scheduled for 2027; based on skateboard platform Co. Calls for clear policy to back EV, CNG, hybrid investments Renault India is sharpening its focus on a multi-fuel strategy as it prepares for the… Continue reading Renault Charts Multi-Fuel Strategy, Explores Hybrids for Future Lineup
Renault Charts Multi-Fuel Strategy, Explores Hybrids for Future Lineup
80% of market to stay petrol + CNG by 2032, says MD Mamillapalle Strong hybrids under evaluation for Duster, Bigster Kiger EV scheduled for 2027; based on skateboard platform Co. Calls for clear policy to back EV, CNG, hybrid investments Renault India is sharpening its focus on a multi-fuel strategy as it prepares for the… Continue reading Renault Charts Multi-Fuel Strategy, Explores Hybrids for Future Lineup
Leapmotor plots VW Golf and Renault 5 rivals plus small SUV
Chinese electric car maker Leapmotor will expand its global line-up in the next two years with a pair of hatchbacks and a small SUV. The firm, which is partnered with Stellantis and sells cars in Europe as Leapmotor International, currently sells the T03 supermini and C10 SUV in Europe, and will add the B10 crossover… Continue reading Leapmotor plots VW Golf and Renault 5 rivals plus small SUV