Economy
China Exports Over One Million Vehicles for Second Consecutive Month, Led by Electric Vehicles
China exported 1.043 million vehicles in July, with electric vehicles making up more than half of shipments. Exports to BRI markets surged 30.8% in the first half of the year.
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Chery Acquires Nissan Factory in South Africa for EV Production
Chinese automaker Chery purchases Nissan's Rosslyn plant near Pretoria to manufacture electric, plug-in hybrid, and Jetour models, expanding Africa's EV footprint amid growing regional demand.
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GM to Equip All 2027 EVs with Native Tesla-Compatible Charging Ports
General Motors' entire 2027 EV lineup will feature NACS ports, enabling direct Supercharger access, while adapters remain needed for CCS and Level 2 charging.
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Kia EV3 Undercuts Chevy Equinox EV as Most Affordable 315+ Mile EV
The 2027 Kia EV3 Wind trim starts at $34,990 with a 321-mile range, beating the Chevy Equinox EV's starting price and claiming the title for the new model year.
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Electric Vehicle and Green Tool Deals Hit Record Lows in End-of-Summer Sales
Velotric, Greenworks, Anker, Segway, and others slash prices on e-bikes, riding mowers, power stations, and smart garden tools, offering significant savings through August.
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India Extends Electric Two-Wheeler Subsidy Program to 2028
The Ministry of Heavy Industries has prolonged the PM E-DRIVE scheme's application deadline and increased its total budget to 119 billion rupees, with most new funds directed at electric two-wheelers.
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Wuling's Aira EV Accounts for 68% of Orders at Indonesian Auto Show
The electric microcar led Wuling's sales at GIIAS 2026, with strong preference for its long-range variant, reflecting growing EV adoption in urban Indonesia.
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Rivian's ALSO E-Bike Nears Launch Amid Industry Updates
Electrek's Wheel-E podcast covers Rivian's delayed e-bike, new cargo models, regulatory actions in NYC and Paris, and Colorado's free e-bike program.
Economy
France Launches Incentive Scheme for Used Electric Vehicles
Starting September, France offers financial support for used EV purchases and leases, though amounts vary by buyer type.
Economy
Tesla Reportedly Cutting Production In China In January — Not Clear Why
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Ford Unveils Affordable Fathom Electric Pickup Amid High Fuel Prices
Ford's new $28,350 electric truck enters market as geopolitical conflicts drive fuel costs up, supporting EV sales stability.
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Jackery Launches Power Outage Sale with Discounts on Power Stations and E-Bikes
Jackery's sale offers up to $1,500 off power stations, including the new HomePower 3600 Pro Max at $1,832, plus deals on Velotric e-bikes and tools.
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Genesis Unveils GV80 HEV, Its First Hybrid Vehicle
The luxury brand's new GV80 HEV features an 'EV-like' drive, a 25% fuel efficiency improvement, and a new hybrid system. It goes on sale next month, marking a shift from the company's previously planned EV-only future.
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Hungary Restricts EV Charging Amid Power Grid Strain
Charging networks MOL, E.ON, and Shell reduce fast-charger power during evenings; some providers raise prices or shut down stations temporarily.
Economy
Ford Fathom EV Pickup Production Set for Early 2027, Creating 4,000 Jobs
Ford's new Fathom electric pickup, starting at $28,350, will begin production in Q1 2027 at a transformed Louisville plant, leveraging a $5 billion investment and innovative manufacturing to create 4,000 jobs.
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Nigeria Exempts Electric Vehicles from Import Duty and VAT
The Nigerian government has implemented new tax exemptions for battery-electric vehicles and specific extended-range electric vehicles, aiming to accelerate the country's transition to electric mobility. Importers must…
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