Clean Technica: Tesla Model Y Battery Replacement Saga004216

Support CleanTechnica’s work through a Substack subscription or on Stripe. For some reason, people are surprised to learn that many electric vehicles have a humble 12 volt battery onboard, just like the one you might find in a Honda Civic, for example. The 12 volt battery performs a number of critical functions. In a Tesla,… Continue reading Clean Technica: Tesla Model Y Battery Replacement Saga004216

September 2025 new car pre-registration figures

SMMT released figures for September pre-registrations in the UK new car market. The data shows the number of cars disposed of by vehicle manufacturers in September 2025 that were defined as pre-registrations. The Supply of New Cars Order 2000 requires motor manufacturers to publish the number of pre-registered cars supplied and the gross income received… Continue reading September 2025 new car pre-registration figures

@VW Group: Porsche aims to defend all titles at the IMSA finale at Road Atlanta010763

The Stuttgart-based manufacturer’s factory team will enter two Porsche 963 prototypes in the ten-hour “Petit Le Mans”. In the drivers’ standings, overall leaders Matt Campbell (Australia) and Mathieu Jaminet (France) start as the favourites. Their teammates Felipe Nasr (Brazil) and Nick Tandy (UK), currently second in the table, also remain in contention for the title.… Continue reading @VW Group: Porsche aims to defend all titles at the IMSA finale at Road Atlanta010763

Honda is still offering nearly $17,000 off the Prologue EV

The 2025 Honda Prologue Elite (Source: Honda) Honda’s electric SUV is on a roll. The Prologue was the third best-selling EV in the US in August, trailing only the Tesla Model Y and Model 3. Even with the federal EV tax credit now expired, Honda is still offering nearly $17,000 off the Prologue. Honda Prologue… Continue reading Honda is still offering nearly $17,000 off the Prologue EV

Japan warns Vietnam of job losses as Hanoi motorbike ban hits Honda

The Japanese government and some of the nation’s top manufacturers have warned Vietnam that a planned ban on petrol-powered motorbikes in Hanoi could spark job losses and disrupt a $4.6 billion market that is dominated by Honda, according to documents reviewed by Reuters and seven people familiar with the matter. In July, Vietnamese Prime Minister… Continue reading Japan warns Vietnam of job losses as Hanoi motorbike ban hits Honda

Export Demand For Made-in-India Vehicles Jumps 24% in H1 FY2026

While the domestic market saw sales of 1,31,45,677 vehicles and tepid 0.6% growth on a large year-ago base in the past six months (April-September 2025), demand for made-in-India vehicles in export markets rose strongly by 24% YoY to 3.14 million units in first-half FY2025. Importantly, this growth is democratised across all four vehicle sub-segments with… Continue reading Export Demand For Made-in-India Vehicles Jumps 24% in H1 FY2026

Private Label MFG to Debut 2025 Honda Civic Type-R Exhaust Systems at First SEMA Show Appearance

San Francisco-based manufacturer will showcase new downpipes and exhaust technology at booth 20659 while pursuing retail partnerships and white-label manufacturing agreements. SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Private Label MFG (PLM), a leading manufacturer of high-performance exhaust systems and other aftermarket automotive parts, will exhibit for the first time at the SEMA Show in… Continue reading Private Label MFG to Debut 2025 Honda Civic Type-R Exhaust Systems at First SEMA Show Appearance

Clean Technica: What Happens With The 6 Best Selling Electric Cars In The USA Now?004213

Support CleanTechnica’s work through a Substack subscription or on Stripe. So, we’re here. The US tax credit for electric vehicles is gone. Objectively, many electric vehicle models still compete very well with the gas-powered competition. However, the stimulus of a tax credit means fewer people will be told “hey, you should consider an EV —… Continue reading Clean Technica: What Happens With The 6 Best Selling Electric Cars In The USA Now?004213

@VW Group: Porsche aims to defend all titles at the IMSA finale at Road Atlanta010752

The Stuttgart-based manufacturer’s factory team will enter two Porsche 963 prototypes in the ten-hour “Petit Le Mans”. In the drivers’ standings, overall leaders Matt Campbell (Australia) and Mathieu Jaminet (France) start as the favourites. Their teammates Felipe Nasr (Brazil) and Nick Tandy (UK), currently second in the table, also remain in contention for the title.… Continue reading @VW Group: Porsche aims to defend all titles at the IMSA finale at Road Atlanta010752

@VW Group: Porsche aims to defend all titles at the IMSA finale at Road Atlanta010737

The Stuttgart-based manufacturer’s factory team will enter two Porsche 963 prototypes in the ten-hour “Petit Le Mans”. In the drivers’ standings, overall leaders Matt Campbell (Australia) and Mathieu Jaminet (France) start as the favourites. Their teammates Felipe Nasr (Brazil) and Nick Tandy (UK), currently second in the table, also remain in contention for the title.… Continue reading @VW Group: Porsche aims to defend all titles at the IMSA finale at Road Atlanta010737