The profits of Europe’s top leasing companies have increased by close to 60% over the last five years, totaling almost €16 billion. Over the course of a standard lease period, leasing companies are now profiting close to €2,000 on each car. Profits of Europe’s major leasing companies have grown by … [continued]
Carmakers have raised prices by thousands, but claim Euro 7 is unaffordable . A new analysis shows that even after the Dieselgate scandal, Europe’s carmakers prioritize profit ahead of people’s health. In November 2022, the European Commission proposed a new law, known as Euro 7, reducing allowable pollution from cars, … [continued]
Stellantis places 3 models in the top 5!
Chinese models start showing up on the radar.
This introduction of the Volvo EX30, by the numbers, tries to add some perspective to this new model — showing what this new model is and what it is not. When presented to the world, it was described in superlatives and adjectives. In the presentation, there were few concrete facts. … [continued]
Great news: 9.5% of new cars sold in Australia in April 2023 were fitted with a plug. We are close to 10% penetration! The growth appears to mainly be in PHEVs. That means all those Australians with solar on the roof can operate their cars for zero dollars, saving money, … [continued]
T&E commissioned the Technical University of Graz to independently test three new popular, average-sized plug-in hybrids — the BMW 3 Series, the Peugeot 308, and the Renault Megane — on the road. Key findings: 1) The real-world CO2 emissions of the tested plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) are 85–114 g/km, around 3 … [continued]
Tesla deliveries increased 40% in 2022 compared to 2021 but that was not enough to meet Musk’s goals or satisfy Wall Street.
Peugeot continues to expand its lineup of 100% electric cars. The newest addition to its electric fleet: the e-308, a fully electric wagon version and a fully electric sedan version. The e-308 wagon is reportedly the first fully electric wagon on the European market. There are also plugin hybrid versions … [continued]
There’s electric vehicle news galore. It’s coming in strong every day. There’s far too much to cover thoroughly. So, here’s another roundup of electric vehicle updates from around the EV market. Electric Car News 2023 Cadillac LYRIQ drives closer to delivery Polestar reduces greenhouse gas-emissions by 6% per car Ford … [continued]
