The government has confirmed 13 more models to be eligible for its new Electric Car Grant (ECG), including EVs from Renault, Nissan and Vauxhall – having announced that six electric Citroëns were eligible earlier this week. The ECG is applicable to certain electric cars priced at £37,000 or under, depending on the emissions output of… Continue reading £1500 off Renault, Nissan, Citroën, Vauxhall EVs as grant list grows
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Tesla Robotaxi scores permit to run ride-hailing service in Texas
In an aerial view, the Tesla headquarters is seen in Austin, Texas, on July 24, 2025. Brandon Bell | Getty Images Tesla has been granted a permit to run a ride-hailing business in Texas, allowing the electric vehicle maker to compete against companies including Uber and Lyft. Tesla Robotaxi LLC is licensed to operate a… Continue reading Tesla Robotaxi scores permit to run ride-hailing service in Texas
Used car market bounces back to pre-pandemic level in first half
Used car sales reach almost 2 million units in second quarter as new car sector slowly recovers. One in 10 used car transactions electrified, with record 68,721 battery electric vehicles changing hands. Overall market back to pre-pandemic level in first half of the year, surpassing 4 million units. Data download The UK’s used car market… Continue reading Used car market bounces back to pre-pandemic level in first half
@VW Group: Fifth place for Porsche Penske Motorsport at Road America010502
After a hard-fought race, the two former Porsche Juniors crossed the finish line in fifth place at Road America in their Porsche 963. Their fellow factory drivers, Felipe Nasr and Nick Tandy, finished eleventh following a time penalty. Nonetheless, they continue to hold second place in the drivers’ standings, while Porsche also maintains its lead… Continue reading @VW Group: Fifth place for Porsche Penske Motorsport at Road America010502
Fire risk prompts 72,000-car Stellantis UK recall
Stellantis is recalling 72,000 cars in the UK as part of a Europe-wide move across seven of its major brands to correct a problem where loosened nuts on a fuel pipe could cause an engine fire. A total of 28 models built between 2023-2025 fitted with the 1.2-litre turbo petrol engine are affected across Alfa… Continue reading Fire risk prompts 72,000-car Stellantis UK recall
CATL, Novo Nordisk, SoftBank: Global Stocks in Focus
↗️ Novo Nordisk (NVO): Shares rose for a second day, in a rally sparked by rival Eli Lilly (LLY) reporting less-than-stellar trial results for an anti-obesity pill. ↗️ CATL (HK:3750): The Chinese battery maker will supply GM (GM) with batteries until the automaker and partner LG Energy Solution (KR:373220) can increase U. Go to Source
GM to import CATL batteries for Bolt EV amid tariff constraints – report
GM’s choice to import batteries from China reflects the challenges automakers face in balancing cost with the implications of existing US tariffs. Credit: Linda Parton/Shutterstock.com. General Motors (GM) has reportedly outlined plans to import batteries from China’s Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Limited (CATL) for its forthcoming Chevrolet Bolt EV model. This will support GM’s EV… Continue reading GM to import CATL batteries for Bolt EV amid tariff constraints – report
SoftBank reportedly bought Foxconn’s Ohio factory for the Stargate AI project
The mystery buyer of the former General Motors factory owned by Foxconn in Lordstown, Ohio is apparently SoftBank, according to Bloomberg News. SoftBank wants to use the factory to build AI servers as part of the Stargate data center project being spearheaded by the Japanese conglomerate, OpenAI, and Oracle. The report comes just a few… Continue reading SoftBank reportedly bought Foxconn’s Ohio factory for the Stargate AI project
GM Will Import EV Batteries From China’s CATL Despite Tariffs
The two-year stopgap move will power Chevy’s most affordable electric car until its venture with an LG unit can increase U.S. production. Go to Source
Car Deal of the Day: Vauxhall Frontera Electric won’t break the bank at £163 a month
Well equipped top-spec GS trim 186-mile range; easy to drive Cheaper than hybrid model at just £163.08 a month Vauxhall is betting big on electric cars. The British brand has a diverse range of cars powered by batteries, and one of the latest is the Frontera. But new doesn’t mean expensive, as our Deal of the… Continue reading Car Deal of the Day: Vauxhall Frontera Electric won’t break the bank at £163 a month