China is the Queen of EVs. That much we know for certain. The advantage that Chinese automakers have — rightfully — gained over their competitors will not be an easy one to overcome. And yet, to take the fall of the centennial automobile industries of North America, Europe, and non-Chinese … [continued]
The cleantech news of the month in the USA is clearly that the $7,500 federal tax credit for electric vehicles just expired. Well, it was given a very premature death by Republicans in the House of Representatives, the Senate, and the White House. Why? Because they are under the thumb … [continued]
Canada has taken a major step forward in its approach to public transit funding. The new Canada Public Transit Fund, announced last year and going into effect in 2026, replaces the Zero Emission Transit Fund with a permanent, predictable framework that will shape investments for decades. Instead of short-term envelopes … [continued]
August saw plugin EVs take 30.6% share of the auto market in Germany, up from 20.6% year on year. BEV volumes were up strongly, while PHEVs increased even more. Overall auto volume was 207,229 units, up some 5% YoY. The best-selling BEV in August was, once again, the Volkswagen ID.3. … [continued]
August’s auto market saw plugin EVs at 38.3% share in the UK, up from 29.4% year on year. BEVs grew volume 15% YoY, and PHEVs grew 69%. Overall auto volume was 82,908 units, down some 2% YoY. The UK’s leading BEV brand was Tesla, with a 15% share of the … [continued]
August saw plugin EVs at a record 98.4% share in Norway, up from 95.7% year on year. BEVs alone took 96.9% share. Overall auto volume was 13,915 units, up 25% YoY. The Tesla Model Y was the best-selling vehicle. August’s sales totals saw combined EVs take a record 98.4% share … [continued]
August saw plugin EVs take 59.0% share in Sweden, up from 56.0% year-on-year. BEV share fell YoY, while PHEV share increased. Overall auto volume was 20,168 units, up 6% YoY. The Volvo EX40 was the best-selling BEV in August. August’s auto sales saw combined plugin EVs take 59.0% share in … [continued]
August’s auto market saw plugin EVs at 26.0% share in France, up from 22.4% year on year. BEVs grew YoY volume by 1.3× and gained an additional 4% share of the market, whereas PHEVs were slightly down. Overall auto volume was 87,850 units, up some 2% YoY. The Renault 5 … [continued]
It’s hard to know which way the markets will turn. However, with the declining dollar, it makes sense to pay attention to what’s happening globally and stay on top of the accelerating clean technology transition abroad, even if adoption seems to be slowing at home.
July saw plugin EVs at 28.6% share in Germany, up from 19.1% share year-on-year. BEV volume increased by 58% YoY, while PHEVs grew 84%. Overall auto volume was 264,802 units, up some 11% YoY. July’s best-selling BEV was the Volkswagen ID.3. July’s auto sales saw combined EVs at 28.6% share … [continued]
