Volvo Cars’ stock soared 7.4% as robust EV demand in India and global markets offsets a 12% sales drop in June. Despite challenges like trade tariffs and supply chain issues, Volvo’s focus on electric trucks and new models like the ES90 drives optimism. India’s EV market, projected to hit $114 billion by 2029, underscores the … Read more
Skycharger has unveiled a state-of-the-art 24-port EV fast-charging hub at San Francisco International Airport, aimed at serving rideshare drivers, airport customers, and the public. Equipped with Kempower’s advanced 400 kW chargers, the hub supports SFO’s zero net carbon goals and California’s Clean Miles Standard, projecting to cut over 200,000 tons of CO2 emissions in a … Read more
Plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) are the least reliable vehicles, with 237 problems per 100 vehicles, surpassing EVs at 212, per J.D. Power’s 2025 U.S. Initial Quality Study. Gasoline and standard hybrids report fewer issues. PHEVs’ complexity, combining gas and electric systems, drives higher repair rates. Despite EV improvements, tech issues persist across all vehicle types. PHEVs … Read more
“India’s new EV policy slashes import duties to 15% for electric vehicles priced above $35,000, incentivizing global automakers to invest ₹4,150 crore in local manufacturing. The SPMEPCI scheme, launched in June 2025, aims to boost India’s EV ecosystem, create jobs, and support net-zero goals, with applications open until October 21, 2025.” New EV Policy Opens … Read more
Mercedes-Benz has issued a recall for 14 electric and hybrid vehicle models in the US due to a safety flaw involving the Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System (AVAS). The defect, affecting models like EQE, EQS, and AMG variants from 2022-2025, could lead to non-compliance with federal safety standards, increasing accident risks. In India, a separate recall … Read more
Australia’s largest electricity distributor, Ausgrid, has integrated its first vehicle-to-grid (V2G) system in New South Wales, enabling electric vehicles (EVs) to power homes and stabilize the grid. This milestone, supported by new standards and chargers like StarCharge’s Halo V2G, marks a shift toward a sustainable energy ecosystem, offering EV owners income opportunities and reducing grid … Read more
The clock is ticking for Indian EV buyers as tax credits and subsidies face potential cuts. With global policies shifting and India’s FAME-III scheme under review, now may be the final opportunity to secure savings on electric vehicles. Experts urge buyers to act fast to leverage existing incentives before they disappear, impacting EV affordability. Hurry! … Read more
The U.S. Senate’s recent bill proposes ending the $7,500 federal tax credit for new electric vehicles and the $4,000 credit for used EVs by September 30, 2025, as part of a broader tax and spending package. This accelerated phase-out, faster than the House’s plan, has sparked debate, with critics warning of job losses and weakened … Read more
BC Ferries has banned damaged electric vehicles (EVs) from its vessels, citing Transport Canada’s safety regulations due to fire risks from lithium-ion batteries. The policy prohibits non-operational EVs, including those towed, and halts EV charging on ferries. This has sparked concerns among residents and towing companies, with calls for transparency and alternative transport solutions. BC … Read more
Tesla’s Q2 2025 deliveries fell 13.5% to 384,122 vehicles, missing analyst expectations, amid backlash over CEO Elon Musk’s political activism and rising competition from affordable Chinese EVs. The decline, marking Tesla’s second consecutive annual sales drop, raises concerns about brand damage and Musk’s feud with Donald Trump impacting investor confidence and demand. Tesla’s Sales Slump … Read more