The UK new car market defied expectations in September, posting a modest 1.0% increase to 275,239 units, but battery electric vehicles recorded a new monthly high of 56,387 registrations, representing a 24.4% increase over the previous year.
Hyundai INSTER Arrives in the UK: A Small Electric SUV with Big Range and a Small Price
Hyundai Motor UK has officially unveiled the all-new INSTER, its first-ever small electric SUV designed specifically for the European market, starting at a very competitive £23,495.
Tesla Unveils New Model Y Variant: Setting a Benchmark for Efficiency
Tesla has announced a new addition to the Model Y lineup – the most efficient Model Y ever produced. The Long Range Rear-Wheel Drive variant boasts an impressive 373 miles (WLTP) of range and a class-leading energy consumption of 4 miles per kWh, setting a new standard for electric SUVs.
Volkswagen ID.7 Pro S Smashes Range Expectations in Real-World Test Drive
The all-electric Volkswagen ID.7 Pro S has significantly exceeded its official WLTP range in a real-world driving test, achieving a staggering 794 kilometers (493 miles) on a single charge.
Škoda Elroq: New Electric SUV Priced from £31,500
Škoda has confirmed UK pricing and specifications for its new all-electric Elroq SUV, which is set to go on sale on 18 October 2024.
Chancellor Urged to Ditch ‘EV Tax Penalty’ in Autumn Budget
A new report from New AutoMotive has called on the Chancellor to scrap plans for a significant increase in road tax for electric vehicle drivers in the upcoming Autumn Budget.
50 Companies Call for EU to Keep 2035 EV Target
The European Union is facing calls from CEOs and executives of 50 companies to maintain its target of phasing out the sale of new petrol and diesel cars by 2035.
Polestar 3 Unveils Effortless Charging with Plug & Charge Technology
Polestar has introduced Plug & Charge functionality for its new flagship SUV, the Polestar 3.
BEVs Suffer Sharpest European Sales Drop in Years as Chinese Brands Surge
The European electric vehicle market experienced a significant setback in August, marking the largest year-on-year decline in sales since January 2017, according to data from JATO Dynamics.
BYD Unveils New Electric LCV and Yard Tractor for European Market
hinese automotive giant BYD has made a significant splash at IAA Transportation 2024, unveiling two new electric commercial vehicles designed specifically for the European market.
