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BYD Leads Surge In EV Sales In Australia - CleanTechnica
The article highlights the significant growth of electric vehicle (EV) sales in Australia, driven in part by Chinese manufacturer BYD's aggressive pricing strategy. In the third quarter of 2025, the market share for hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and battery electric vehicles surpassed 30 percent for the first time, with battery electric cars alone accounting for 9.7 percent of new car sales—a record high. This shift reflects a broader trend of Australians moving away from traditional internal combustion engine vehicles, which saw a decline in sales and market share. Industry experts, including Aman Gaur from the Australian Electric Vehicle Council, emphasize the importance of continued government support to sustain this momentum, noting that some states have recently withdrawn EV incentives, potentially hindering progress. BYD's role in the Australian EV market is particularly notable due to its strategy of lowering prices on most of its models, making EVs more accessible to consumers. For example, the entry-level Atto 1 city car is now priced under A$
energyelectric-vehiclesEV-salesbattery-electric-carshybrid-carsAustraliaclean-energyChina Demands More From Automakers Who Want NEV Incentives - CleanTechnica
China is tightening the technical requirements for new energy vehicles (NEVs) to qualify for purchase tax incentives in 2026 and 2027, following a strategy similar to Norway’s phased approach to EV incentives. The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, Ministry of Finance, and State Taxation Administration jointly issued new standards that raise the bar for NEV performance, particularly focusing on battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and plug-in hybrids (PHEVs). BEVs must now comply with the stricter national standard GB 36980.1-2025, which is about 11% more stringent than previous requirements, and heavier vehicles over 3,500 kilograms must meet the same energy consumption limits as lighter ones. PHEVs weighing less than 2,500 kilograms must achieve fuel economy at least 70% that of conventional gasoline cars, while heavier PHEVs must meet 75%. Additionally, PHEVs must have a minimum battery-only range of 100 kilometers, up from
energyelectric-vehiclesnew-energy-vehiclesNEV-incentivesbattery-electric-carsplug-in-hybridsChina-automotive-policyAustralian Electric Vehicle Sales Hold Steady at 15% in September - CleanTechnica
In September 2025, electric vehicle (EV) sales in Australia remained steady, with over 11,500 new battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and nearly 4,500 plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) sold, representing a combined market share of 15.7% out of 102,000 new vehicles sold. China has emerged as the second largest supplier of cars to Australia, accounting for nearly 80% of BEV sales. Year-to-date figures show BEVs achieving over 8% market share and PHEVs over 4%, totaling a 12% penetration for plug-equipped vehicles. Notably, Chinese brands BYD and MG have entered the top ten automakers in Australia, with BYD’s Sealion 7 BEV ranking as the 8th best-selling model. BYD’s growing presence is bolstered by strong sales of its PHEV utes and SUVs. Industry leaders emphasize the need for improved charging infrastructure rather than additional subsidies
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In August 2025, BYD outsold Tesla in the European electric vehicle (EV) market for the second consecutive month, according to data from the European Automobile Manufacturers Association (ACEA). BYD’s sales tripled compared to August 2024, allowing it to surpass Tesla, whose EU sales declined by 36.6%, reducing its market share from 2% to 1.2%. BYD’s market share rose to 1.3%, driven in part by its focus on plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), which face lower import fees than battery electric vehicles (BEVs). Tesla, which does not produce PHEVs, was at a disadvantage in this comparison. Despite Tesla’s local manufacturing presence in Germany, BYD’s aggressive promotion, competitive pricing, and strategic vehicle offerings like the Dolphin Surf EV have fueled its rapid expansion in Europe. Overall, the European EV market showed strong growth in 2025, with 1,132,603 new BE
energyelectric-vehiclesbattery-electric-carsplug-in-hybrid-electric-vehiclesBYDTeslaEuropean-automotive-marketTesla Sales Keep Falling As Board Bribes Musk To Pay Attention To Business - CleanTechnica
The article reports a significant decline in Tesla’s sales and production at its Shanghai factory, which shipped 67,886 cars in July 2025—a drop compared to July 2024. This decline is notable given the overall surge in China’s new energy vehicle (NEV) market, which grew by 25% year-over-year in July despite typically slow summer sales. Tesla faces intensified competition from domestic automakers like BYD and Xiaomi, with Xiaomi recently launching the YU7 to rival Tesla’s Model Y. Tesla’s response, a new model for China, appears to be a stopgap rather than a fully redesigned vehicle, and its reception by Chinese consumers remains uncertain. The broader Chinese EV market is experiencing fierce price competition, with companies like BYD and Great Wall Motors significantly cutting prices, prompting government warnings against pricing below production costs. Chinese President Xi Jinping has criticized provincial governments for over-investing in strategic sectors such as AI, computing, and new energy vehicles, warning of overheating risks.
energyelectric-vehiclesTeslanew-energy-vehiclesChina-automotive-marketbattery-electric-carsprice-competitionThe News About EVs Was Bright But Now The Future Is So Uncertain - CleanTechnica
The article from CleanTechnica highlights the mixed outlook for electric vehicles (EVs) amid recent positive developments and emerging challenges. On the optimistic side, EV adoption is gaining momentum, particularly in Europe, where cleaner electricity grids and improved battery electric vehicle (BEV) technology have led to a 73% reduction in life-cycle greenhouse gas emissions compared to gasoline cars—an improvement over previous estimates. This progress is supported by growing consumer acceptance, decreasing new EV prices in the U.S., and the increasing importance of total cost of ownership in buyer decisions. Additionally, used EVs are becoming more valuable, contributing to a more robust secondary market. However, the future of EVs in the U.S. is clouded by policy uncertainty and weakening incentives. Key elements of the Inflation Reduction Act that supported EV sales, including $7,500 tax credits for new EVs and $4,000 credits for used EVs, are set to expire by September 30, 2023. This abrupt policy
energyelectric-vehiclesEV-marketgreenhouse-gas-emissionsclean-energytransportation-sectorbattery-electric-carsAustralia Achieves 12% Plugins in May - CleanTechnica
In May 2025, the Australian automotive market remained strong with 109,425 light vehicles sold, of which 12% were plug-in electric vehicles (EVs). Battery electric vehicles (BEVs) accounted for 9.2% of sales with 10,065 units sold, while plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) made up 2.8% with 3,081 units. Despite a slight decline in EV deliveries in the first five months of 2025 compared to the same period in 2024 (33,976 vs. 40,966), optimism remains high due to new EV model launches and a resurgence in demand. Tesla’s Model Y led the BEV market in May with 3,580 sales, marking a significant increase from April and making it the fourth best-selling vehicle overall in Australia. Government policies have notably influenced PHEV sales, with a spike in April as businesses sought to avoid Fringe Benefits Tax, followed by a drop in
energyelectric-vehiclesbattery-electric-carsplugin-hybridsEV-marketautomotive-industryclean-energyEV Sales In China Continued Their Upward Climb In May - CleanTechnica
In May 2024, new energy vehicle (NEV) sales in China continued their strong upward trajectory, with total NEV market share reaching 48.7 percent of all new car sales—significantly above the 2024 average of 40.9 percent and marking the highest monthly share so far this year. This growth was driven by a 43 percent year-over-year increase in battery electric vehicle (BEV) sales, totaling 834,000 units, and a 27 percent rise in plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) sales, which reached 473,000 units. Overall, the Chinese new car market sold 2.69 million vehicles in May, up 11.2 percent from the previous year. The data also highlighted that Chinese PHEVs tend to have much longer electric-only ranges compared to those commonly sold in the U.S., with some models offering over 150 miles on battery power alone. Significant price cuts—up to 34
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