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These 14 EVs Were Driven In Freezing Cold Until They Died

Over a dozen electric cars were put to the test in the harsh Canadian winter to see how their advertised driving range fared in freezing temperatures. Spoiler alert: All cars performed worse than what their official range figures stated. But some were better than others.

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The EU was built for another age – here’s how it must adapt to survive

To European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen, Europe is like a Volkswagen Beetle – an iconic car produced by a once-mighty German manufacturer which has been struggling to adapt to a new world.

The Conversation

Scout's Home State Blocks Direct EV Sales. This Bill Might Change That

Volkswagen-backed Scout Motors broke ground on its new $2 billion electric vehicle plant in South Carolina last year. That factory is expected to roll out EV and EREV trucks and SUVs in the 2027-2028 timeframe. Scout also wants to skip the dealers and sell directly to you through an online…

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EV maker Scout Motors wants to sell directly to buyers but can't do it in its home state

Volkswagen-backed Scout Motors is making a massive bet in the electric SUV market

The Independent UK

Volkswagen Admits It Has Fallen Behind Competitors

Since the messy Dieselgate, Volkswagen hasn't been the dominant force we used to take for granted in Europe. The rise of electric cars and Chinese competition caught the folks from Wolfsburg off guard, and the ID lineup of EVs has generated a lukewarm response. VW concedes it needs to "catch…

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Angry Florida Dealers Sue Scout Over Direct Sales Plan

Scout’s plan to sell its cars directly to consumers is already facing hurdles. A group of Volkswagen and Audi dealers in Florida has filed a lawsuit against Scout, alleging the automaker is already violating the state’s dealer franchise laws, despite not having made any sales. That might not matter in…

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Volkswagen's New EV Is The Affordable Car Tesla Won't Build

Beyond the first and second waves of early adopters, electric cars have been somewhat elusive to the masses due to their high costs. Volkswagen, the world's second-largest automaker by sales volume, announced plans today to change that. The brand will launch a new entry-level EV that will be part of…

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This Will Be Volkswagen's Cheapest Electric Car

[UPDATE] Volkswagen has published two revealing design sketches ahead of the ID.1 concept's debut on March 5.

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2025 Volkswagen ID. Buzz: Winter Range And Charging Test

A lot has been said so far about the 2025 Volkswagen ID. Buzz, not all of it positive. It took a while to get here after being first unveiled as a concept way back in 2017. Its range in 2025 isn't exactly overwhelming, offering 234 EPA-estimated miles (377 kilometers) at…

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The Auto Industry Emerges From The Tariff War With Just A Flesh Wound

Welcome to Tariff Tuesday, the day when Trump's tariffs are slated to go into effect—except, as per the recent trend in U.S. politics, there are a couple of last-minute wrenches thrown into the mix. The tariffs are now delayed, meaning that the North American auto industry is shielded from feeling…

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Footballer, 30, in coma after being hit by car on motorway hard shoulder

Jordan Chiedozie suffered multiple broken bones in the incident, his club Bashley FC said in a statement.

Evening Standard

Auto stocks fall as investors watch Trump tariffs

The selloff subsided when Trump announced the tax hike on Mexican imports would be postponed for one month.

Fortune

The 20 Best-Selling EVs Of 2024 In Europe

Europe had a bit of a rough year in 2024 in terms of new car registrations. As previously reported, overall car sales in this part of the world went up by less than 1% compared to 2023, and every powertrain type was down except for hybrids. That includes the all-electric…

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Why The Auto Industry Is Now Ground Zero For A Tariff War

Here's the thing about the American auto industry: It is, more than anything, the North American auto industry. Over the past few decades, the factories, product planning, parts networks and supply chains are have become deeply intertwined across the United States, Mexico and Canada. President Donald Trump doesn't believe the…

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41 EVs Did A 620-Mile Winter Trip. Here’s How Much Time They Took

Range anxiety and charging anxiety are two of the biggest pain points for electric vehicle owners, especially those who bought a battery-powered car for the first time. This, coupled with the inescapable truth that EVs lose some range in the winter compared to when it’s nice and warm outside, can…

Evening Standard

UK and European shares slump after Trump signals EU next for tariffs

London’s FTSE 100 Index fell sharply as the US president claimed the UK is ‘out of line’, but suggested a deal is possible with Britain.

The National (Scotland)

Rangers star valued at £6.75m as parent club look to cash in

Vaclav Cerny valued at £6.75m as reason Rangers recall WON'T happen is revealed.

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AI Is Coming For Your Car, Whether You Want It Or Not

Most car companies have not yet gotten the hang of software. Use the central stack in a modern Volkswagen, Honda, Audi or Mercedes and you’ll find it’s a far cry from smartphone-grade tech.

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Dear Carmakers: Want Tesla Buyers? Hurry Up And Make Better EVs

“Yeah, he doesn’t really like that car,” my friend Cory told me about the Kia EV6. Cory and I have this mutual friend, a Tesla Model 3 owner, who’s looking to dump it as soon as possible. But so far, nothing’s doing it for him, even that EV6. “He said…

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Volkswagen Might Make Even More Cost Cuts

Right before Christmas, Volkswagen reached an agreement with German unions to reduce its workforce by over 35,000 people by 2030 through a "socially responsible reduction" program. This drastic decision is part of a broader plan to cut costs in the company's domestic market. Labor costs alone will be slashed by…

International Business Times

EU Holds Auto Talks To Revive Embattled Car Sector

EU talks to relaunch Europe's embattled car industry are to get underway on Thursday, with automotive CEOs awaited in Brussels to discuss fines and competition from China.

Fortune

President Trump’s tariff threats are working as Audi ponders a U.S. manufacturing site—and Porsche might join

The two Volkswagen Group brands have never built cars in the U.S., but a combination of lower taxes and higher tariffs might change their mind.

Motor1

Thanks, Tariffs: Your Next Porsche Might Be Made In America

Update: Added a statement from an Audi spokesperson.

The Guardian - UK

How Trump tariffs could upend car markets in Europe, the US and China

Levies threaten exporters to US market, while scrapping of subsidies will hit EV sales – and Tesla could gain

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Volkswagen ID.7 Canceled For North America After All

Volkswagen has officially pulled the plug on its plans to bring the ID.7 sedan to the U.S. and Canada. Previously slated to launch in the U.S. in Q3 2024, the ID.7 was delayed last May by the Germans who were, at the time, "committed to making market-driven choices." Apparently, the…

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