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Becoming a ‘better grid citizen’ could lower your energy bills

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Economy

EU electric car registrations jump 63% as Chinese brands gain ground

New electric car sales jumped by nearly two-thirds in August 2026 compared to their levels last year as fuel prices hit fresh records in the European Union. But German carmakers struggle to benefit from a broader recovery of the EU car market.

24 September 2026

Business

'Made in Europe' battery rules could add €2,100 to electric car prices

Europe's strategy for its struggling car industry protects established manufacturers at the expense of consumers and taxpayers rather than helping them compete, according to a new report.

22 September 2026

Mobility

Could magnesium become the new lithium for electric vehicles?

While magnesium is cheaper, more abundant and potentially safer than lithium, significant practical considerations remain before magnesium batteries can become more common in electric vehicles.

Health news

With 500 injured kids, e-scooters become a ‘public health challenge’

477 children have been injured by e-scooters between 2019 and 2024, according to a new study from three major trauma centres in the United Kingdom.

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Economy

China's June exports surge 27% from year earlier as AI demand grows

China’s exports accelerated in June, jumping 27% from a year earlier thanks partly to the boom in artificial intelligence, the customs agency said on Tuesday.

Mobility

Germany wants Lime and Bolt to foot the bill for e-scooter accidents

Rental scooters represented around one-fifth of insured e-scooters in 2023 but accounted for roughly 40% of claims.

Europe News

Europe depends on China. Here's where China still depends on Europe

While Europe's dependence on China is widely recognized, China's reliance on the EU in key technologies is often overlooked. Despite its push for technological self-reliance, Beijing still depends on European capabilities in critical areas.

Business

Ferrari's marketing boss quits after backlash over first EV

The man who shaped Ferrari's image for more than a decade is leaving the company weeks after the troubled unveiling of its first electric car, with a former BMW executive drafted in to steady the brand.

Europe in Motion

Where is EV charging cheapest and fastest?

Europe's EV charging network is growing fast, but prices and refuelling point density vary widely across the continent. Europe in Motion breaks down the data.

Europe News

Seven EU countries push Brussels to stick to car emission rules

The document signed by seven EU countries reveals a growing divide within Europe between governments seeking flexibility for car manufacturers and those determined to preserve the integrity of the EU’s carbon emissions trajectory.

Business

Stellantis invests €1bn in France to produce new EV and hybrid models

The move comes as European carmakers face mounting competition from Chinese rivals and intensify efforts to expand their electric and hybrid vehicle offerings.

Mobility

Ferrari's €550,000 electric car looks like a Nissan, says the internet

Ferrari has unveiled its first fully electric car, the Luce, in Rome — but the €550,000 five-seater's design drew widespread criticism online and sent the company's shares sliding nearly 8%.

Earth News

Heat pumps and EVs can save EU households over €2,200 a year - report

Electrification is the “most powerful tool” to protect Europeans from fossil fuel energy shocks, according to a new analysis.

Business

Tesla profits up as Musk shifts focus to robotaxis

Tesla’s profit rose in the first quarter as its car sales rebounded from a sharp slump in 2025.

Business

Mercedes and Samsung SDI sign first EV battery supply deal

South Korean battery maker Samsung SDI said on Monday that it clinched its first agreement for the supply of EV batteries with German luxury carmaker Mercedes-Benz.

Earth News

Europeans rush to buy solar and heat pumps as energy bills soar

The war on Iran has become a catalyst for green technology, as Europeans scramble to find less volatile alternatives to oil and gas.