Billion-dollar investment, technological catch-up, skeptical experts: How VW wants to challenge China’s battery supremacy with a new factory in Salzgitter. Go to Source
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EU drops 2035 combustion engine ban after automaker pressure
The EV industry warned that easing emissions targets could undermine investment and leave Europe falling further behind China in the shift to cleaner driving. The European Commission proposed on Tuesday dropping the EU’s effective ban on new combustion-engine cars from 2035 by allowing continued sales of some non-electric vehicles following intense pressure from Germany, Italy… Continue reading EU drops 2035 combustion engine ban after automaker pressure
Jaguar boss: ‘We didn’t take time to explain why we had to change’
Are we still right to quote a price of £120,000? “We believe the core price will be £117,000 to £120,000 but there’s a design vision that owners who choose the highest-output model and take advantage of the opportunities we’ll provide to personalise their cars could pay £150,000 or more. There’s a big gap between the… Continue reading Jaguar boss: ‘We didn’t take time to explain why we had to change’
European law makers firm up plans for new small EV class
The European Union (EU) has firmed up plans for a new class of European-made small electric cars – and will incentivise manufacturers to produce them by offering extra credits against emissions targets. Its legislative arm, the European Commission (EC), has already agreed to work with car makers on the development of a new class of vehicles loosely based on… Continue reading European law makers firm up plans for new small EV class
Official: EU scraps 2035 ban on new ICE car sales
Combustion-engined cars will be allowed to remain on sale after 2035 in the European Union (EU) under major changes put forward by the bloc’s top legislators. The lifeline for car makers follows intensive lobbying from national governments and some of the industry’s biggest companies, including Volkswagen, Renault, Mercedes-Benz, BMW and Stellantis. More lenient rules drawn… Continue reading Official: EU scraps 2035 ban on new ICE car sales
BYD Dolphin G: PHEV hatch coming in 2026 to take on Golf GTE
BYD will take the fight to the Volkswagen Golf GTE and Toyota Prius next year with its first bespoke European-market model: a plug-in hybrid hatchback called the Dolphin G. The latest addition to BYD’s ranks is described as a B-segment hatchback and will effectively serve as a PHEV alternative to the Dolphin electric hatchback. Technical details are… Continue reading BYD Dolphin G: PHEV hatch coming in 2026 to take on Golf GTE
Samsung Expands Premium Micro RGB Lineup for 2026 with New Sizes and Advanced Features
From 115-inch cinematic displays to 55-inch premium formats, the new lineup offers enhanced color precision and intelligent processing capabilities SEOUL, South Korea, Dec. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced that in 2026, it will launch an expanded Micro RGB TV lineup, available in 55-, 65-, 75-, 85-, 100-, and 115-inch models.[1]… Continue reading Samsung Expands Premium Micro RGB Lineup for 2026 with New Sizes and Advanced Features
Samsung Expands Premium Micro RGB Lineup for 2026 with New Sizes and Advanced Features
From 115-inch cinematic displays to 55-inch premium formats, the new lineup offers enhanced color precision and intelligent processing capabilities SEOUL, South Korea, Dec. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced that in 2026, it will launch an expanded Micro RGB TV lineup, available in 55-, 65-, 75-, 85-, 100-, and 115-inch models.[1]… Continue reading Samsung Expands Premium Micro RGB Lineup for 2026 with New Sizes and Advanced Features
Volkswagen to End Production at German Plant, a First in Company History
The auto giant stopped making cars at the plant in Dresden, which opened in 2001, as it faces weaker demand and steep U.S. tariffs. Go to Source
Tesla stock closes at record as investors rally around Musk’s robotaxi hype despite slow EV sales
Tesla CEO Elon Musk attends the Saudi-U.S. Investment Forum, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, May 13, 2025. Hamad I Mohammed | Reuters What started off as a particularly rough year for Tesla investors is turning into quite the celebration. Following a 36% plunge in the first quarter, the stock’s worst period since 2022, Tesla shares have… Continue reading Tesla stock closes at record as investors rally around Musk’s robotaxi hype despite slow EV sales