Mitsubishi has confirmed it will sell the Outlander plug-in hybrid SUV and L200 pick-up truck in the UK when it returns next summer. The two models were key parts of the brand’s line-up before it exited the UK in 2021, and it will surely be hoping to rekindle their success with new generations of each car. The… Continue reading New Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV and L200 confirmed for UK
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Will Ford’s Leaner EV Approach Give It a Stronger Foothold in Europe?
U.S. legacy automaker Ford F is joining forces with France-based car company Renault RNLSY to jointly develop affordable electric vehicles (EVs) in Europe. Ford’s passenger-car share in the continent has declined by almost half since 2019. As such, the U.S. auto giant Ford needed a fresh way to re-enter the EV race with scale and… Continue reading Will Ford’s Leaner EV Approach Give It a Stronger Foothold in Europe?
Here’s why Chinese carmakers are beating the Europeans in Kazakhstan
Ten years ago, streets in Kazakhstan were full of BMWs, Volkswagens, Mercedes and many other European car brands that have long been enjoying customer loyalty not only in Kazakhstan, but in the post-Soviet space in general. Today, one cannot miss the fact that Chinese-made BYD, Changan, Chery, Geely appear on the roads much more often.… Continue reading Here’s why Chinese carmakers are beating the Europeans in Kazakhstan
Why Mexico slapped 50% tariff on India, how it matters
Critics of the move argue that the measure risks disrupting global supply chains, raising costs for manufacturers and retaliatory trade frictions. Many are wondering why a developing economy, itself a target of US President Donald Trump’s tariffs, will slap similar tariffs on another developing economy also hit by Trump tariffs? Mexico’s Senate has approved sweeping… Continue reading Why Mexico slapped 50% tariff on India, how it matters
Renault exits car-sharing, scales back EV charging as it puts profits first in tough market
Renault will scale back its charging network ambitions, targeting 100 stations in France and more than 100 in Italy by the end of 2026, far below the previously stated goal of 650 charging stations across Europe by 2028. Renault is shutting down car-sharing services and slowing the rollout of fast-charging stations at its Mobilize unit,… Continue reading Renault exits car-sharing, scales back EV charging as it puts profits first in tough market
Festive Hangover: Sales of Cars and SUVs Moderate Sharply in November After Festive High
The Indian passenger vehicle market witnessed a sharp 11.2% month-on-month decline in November 2025, with domestic sales falling from 3,99,605 units in October to 3,54,969 units. While some correction was anticipated following the festive season peak, the magnitude of decline varied dramatically across segments, revealing interesting patterns about consumer behaviour, pricing dynamics, and the lingering… Continue reading Festive Hangover: Sales of Cars and SUVs Moderate Sharply in November After Festive High
Mexico’s 50% Tariff Move Threatens India’s $1.9 Billion Auto Export Market
Saharsh Damani, CEO of the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA), has called Mexico’s new 35-50% tariff on Indian automobiles a “serious challenge” as the country prepares to implement duties on imports from countries without free-trade agreements from January 1, 2026. “Industry and Government’s task is cut out as they need to swiftly activate their… Continue reading Mexico’s 50% Tariff Move Threatens India’s $1.9 Billion Auto Export Market
Clean Technica: BMW Drivers Now Have Access to Tesla Superchargers, 15th Auto Brand to Gain Access004284
Support CleanTechnica’s work through a Substack subscription or on Stripe. BMW electric vehicle drivers are the latest to gain access to certain Tesla Superchargers in the US (through the North American Charging Standard, or NACS). That makes it the 15th auto brand to get access, either through NACS adapters or a built-in NACS charging port.… Continue reading Clean Technica: BMW Drivers Now Have Access to Tesla Superchargers, 15th Auto Brand to Gain Access004284
Rivian announces new AI tech, chip and robotaxi ambitions
Rivian debuted new tech at its first “Autonomy and AI Day” in Palo Alto, California, Dec. 11, 2025. Credit: Rivian PALO ALTO, Calif. – Shares of Rivian Automotive declined 6.1% Thursday after the electric vehicle maker held its first “Autonomy and AI Day,” with plans to eventually launch self-driving EVs. Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe and… Continue reading Rivian announces new AI tech, chip and robotaxi ambitions
Mexico’s Tariff Increase to Affect $1 Billion in Indian Car Exports
Mexico’s tariff increase will affect $1 billion worth of shipments from major Indian car exporters, including Volkswagen and Hyundai, despite industry lobbying efforts to prevent the move, according to two sources and an industry letter reviewed by Reuters. Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum’s government approved Wednesday raising import tariffs next year on hundreds of items from… Continue reading Mexico’s Tariff Increase to Affect $1 Billion in Indian Car Exports