A BMW car plant in Munich. German carmakers have lobbied against the EU ban on new petrol and diesel cars from 2035. Photograph: Bloomberg/Getty Images View image in fullscreen A BMW car plant in Munich. German carmakers have lobbied against the EU ban on new petrol and diesel cars from 2035. Photograph: Bloomberg/Getty Images EU’s… Continue reading EU’s 2035 petrol and diesel car ban will be watered down, says senior MEP
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Europe scraps 2035 new ICE car sales ban – report
The EU has scrapped its 2035 sales ban on new combustion cars, a senior lawmaker has said. While yet to be officially announced, Manfred Weber – president of the EPP, the European Parliament’s largest party – told German newspaper Bild that the plans were “off the table”. In its place, flexible emission reduction rules will be implemented, he said: “For… Continue reading Europe scraps 2035 new ICE car sales ban – report
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
Beam Launches Veo 3.1-Powered AI Platform for Creating Playable Video Games and Interactive Stories
New AI creation platform lets creators turn videos into playable mini-games and interactive shorts with no code required SAN FRANCISCO, Dec. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Beam today announced the launch of its Veo 3.1-powered playable video platform, a new AI creation tool that allows creators to turn ordinary videos into playable mini-games and interactive AI… Continue reading Beam Launches Veo 3.1-Powered AI Platform for Creating Playable Video Games and Interactive Stories
Disney Strikes Huge Deal With OpenAI: Get Ready for Sora Videos of Donald Duck Cooking Meth
Illustration by Tag Hartman-Simkins / Futurism. Source: Disney / Getty Images Famous copyright tyrant Disney is now bending over for the AI industry and signing away its precious intellectual property. On Thursday, the entertainment conglomerate announced a new licensing agreement with OpenAI that will allow it to use Disney’s iconic characters and properties to generate… Continue reading Disney Strikes Huge Deal With OpenAI: Get Ready for Sora Videos of Donald Duck Cooking Meth
Holiday Beef Recipes That Make the Season Simple
The Beef. It’s What’s For Dinner. brand serves up recipes to keep festive cooking flavorful and convenient for the holidays. DENVER, Dec. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The holiday season often means a full calendar and even fuller grocery lists, making meal planning more important that ever. Whether you’re planning a full menu for the celebration… Continue reading Holiday Beef Recipes That Make the Season Simple
MINI Launches All-New Convertible in India at Rs 58.50 Lakh
BMW Group India launched the all-new MINI Convertible in the Indian market today at an ex-showroom price of Rs 58.50 lakh, with the completely built-up unit (CBU) available for booking at all authorized MINI dealerships and deliveries commencing immediately. The vehicle features a 1,998 cc petrol engine with MINI TwinPower Turbo technology that produces 150… Continue reading MINI Launches All-New Convertible in India at Rs 58.50 Lakh
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
@niche: Morgan celebrates 25 years of successful partnership with BMW004192
Morgan is celebrating a landmark moment in its modern history: 25 years of technical partnership and engine supply from BMW, reflecting a strong and enduring relationship between the two marques. BMW power has been a defining feature of Morgan sports cars for more than two decades, its characterful performance underpinning both the company’s current four-wheeled… Continue reading @niche: Morgan celebrates 25 years of successful partnership with BMW004192
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