Tag: EV Production

UK car production fell by 7.6% in early 2024 as the industry shifts towards electric vehicles.Substantial £23.7 billion investment and factory retooling caused structural changes and a 26.6% production drop in June.Despite overall decline,...

UK is on track for over 1 million EVs by 2035, requiring 100 GWh+ in batteries.APC identifies key growth drivers: attracting new models and advancing battery tech.Global shift to BEVs expected to drive significant...

Renault and Volvo establish Flexis SAS for electric vans, aiming for sustainable urban logistics innovation.Focusing on eco-friendly urban logistics, backed by significant investments from Renault, Volvo, and CMA CGM Group.Investments totalling €420M underscore commitment...

Orders open for the new ë-Berlingo and ë-SpaceTourer.The ë-Berlingo offers an electric range of up to 205 miles, while the ë-SpaceTourer is available with two battery sizes offering either 139 or 217 miles of...

Vauxhall's Vivaro Electric named 'Best Medium E-Van' at 2024 Business Vans Awards.Vauxhall Combo Electric also recognised in the 'Best Small E-Van' category.Vauxhall's entire electric LCV range recently underwent significant upgrades, including substantial price reductions...

Vauxhall unveils pricing and specs for its updated electric LCV line-up, featuring the Combo, Vivaro, and Movano vans.The electric models boast competitive ranges and significant price reductions.Orders for the new Vauxhall LCV range are...

Analysts predict BYD to top Tesla in 2024 BEV sales after strong Q4 performance.Top 10 companies hold 65% market share, with Tesla at 19.9%, BYD at 17.1%.Despite slowing growth, BYD's global expansion and Tesla...

Apple reportedly cancels decade-long EV project, shifts staff to AI division after internal meeting.Decision follows speculation and significant EV investment, aligning with subdued market demand.Strategic shift to generative AI reflects tech landscape changes amid...

Polestar 3 production starts in Chengdu, China, and sets sights on the USA.CEO Thomas Ingenlath emphasises the transformative milestone for Polestar's three-car lineup.Production in South Carolina, USA, marks a significant move, aligning with Polestar's...

Škoda Auto hits 200,000 Enyaq milestone, highlighting success in the emobility campaign.Enyaq series, Europe's fourth best-selling electric vehicles, showcases advanced drivetrains and eco-friendly initiatives.Škoda Auto's commitment evident with strategic investments, ongoing advancements, and plans...

VinFast Auto to build EV facility in Tamil Nadu, forming strategic partnership with the state government.$500 million investment in 5 years, signalling VinFast's entry into India's growing EV market.Project creates jobs, positions Tamil Nadu...

Vauxhall's Luton plant to begin limited production of Vivaro Electric, a medium electric van, from H1 2025.Luton becomes the second Stellantis UK plant for electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing after Ellesmere Port.The move aligns with...

Stellantis eyes 150,000 EVs yearly in Italy with Leapmotor at Mirafiori.Leapmotor International, a joint venture, focuses on exclusive EV production outside China.Stellantis aligns with Dare Forward 2030, leveraging Leapmotor's tech to increase Italian output.Stellantis...

Nissan to manufacture electric Qashqai and Juke in Sunderland, investing over £1 billion.British government offers guarantees, aligning with a £4.5 billion investment in manufacturing.Move secures jobs, boosts EV market, and signals a sustainable automotive...

BMW plans significant investment in UK's Mini factory near Oxford for electric car production.Two new electric Mini models set to be produced at the Cowley plant from 2026.UK government supports the investment; battery source...

Stellantis's Ellesmere Port factory in Cheshire has begun EV production, securing the site's future with a £100 million investment.The facility is the UK's sole dedicated plant for EVs, producing models like Vauxhall Combo Electric...