Articles tagged with "electric-car-market"
32 Electric Vehicles Increased in Sales in 2025 in USA - CleanTechnica
The article from CleanTechnica analyzes the annual sales performance of electric vehicle (EV) models in the USA for 2025 compared to previous years. It highlights that 32 EV models experienced increased sales in 2025 over 2024, with the Chevy Equinox EV leading the growth despite its introduction only in the second quarter of 2024. Other notable models with strong sales growth include the Honda Prologue and Chevy Blazer EV. Conversely, Tesla’s Cybertruck and Model Y saw significant sales declines, as did the Kia EV and Cadillac LYRIQ, the latter likely impacted by competition from other Cadillac EVs like the OPTIQ and VISTIQ. Cadillac has nonetheless become the top legacy automaker in terms of the percentage of sales that are electric. Looking at multi-year trends, the Chevy Equinox EV and Honda Prologue consistently rank among the top sales gainers from 2022 through 2025, reflecting their successful market introductions. Tesla’s Model Y and Model 3
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The article from CleanTechnica analyzes U.S. electric vehicle (EV) sales in the fourth quarter following the expiration of the $7,500 federal EV tax credit, which was widely expected to cause a significant sales decline. Surprisingly, several EV models experienced sales growth despite the loss of this incentive. The author examined sales data both quarter-over-quarter and year-over-year, excluding newly introduced models to avoid skewed comparisons. Notably, models such as the Lucid Gravity, Lucid Air, Porsche Taycan, Rivian EDV, Toyota BZ4X, Ford E-Transit, and Volvo EX90 showed quarter-over-quarter sales increases. Year-over-year growth was observed in a slightly different set of vehicles, including the Tesla Model Y, Volvo EX30, Brightdrop, GMC Sierra EV, Porsche Taycan, Volvo EX90, Jeep Wagoneer S, Mercedes EQE, Lucid Air, Mercedes E-Sprinter, and Volkswagen ID.Buzz. The Lucid Air,
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The article from CleanTechnica discusses the potential release of a sub-£15,000 electric vehicle (EV) by Citroën, which would represent a significant milestone in making affordable electric cars more accessible in Europe. While Chinese automakers have already produced low-cost EVs and some models are available in the UK starting at around £15,000 to £18,650, truly cheap electric cars remain scarce in the US and Europe. The European Union is considering a new regulatory framework called the "E-car category," aimed at easing financial and regulatory burdens on manufacturers to encourage the production of small, affordable EVs. This could involve relaxing certain safety and regulatory standards, though these come with important trade-offs. Citroën’s CEO, Xavier Chardon, has expressed support for these potential new rules, suggesting they could enable the French brand to return to the A-segment market with a competitively priced EV. The article highlights the broader challenge Europe faces in producing truly low-cost electric cars and notes
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The article from CleanTechnica highlights the current state of electric vehicle (EV) adoption globally and particularly focuses on challenges facing the U.S. market. While China and Europe continue to see steady growth in EV sales driven by supportive policies and technological advancements, the U.S. market is experiencing headwinds. Despite a historical upward trend in EV sales in the U.S., recent developments such as the expiration of the $7,500 EV tax credit and the $4,000 credit for used EVs are expected to dampen consumer demand. Additionally, regulatory rollbacks under the Trump administration, including weakened fleet efficiency standards and the decision not to penalize automakers for non-compliance, have led some manufacturers to scale back or cancel planned EV models in the U.S. Despite these setbacks, the article emphasizes the intrinsic advantages of EVs that continue to drive consumer interest. Electric vehicles offer superior driving experiences, greater convenience—especially for homeowners who can charge at home—and significantly lower operational costs. The author suggests
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The article from CleanTechnica highlights the shared enthusiasm of Michael Liebreich and Zachary Shahan for the rapid advancements in electric vehicle (EV) technology, particularly focusing on battery improvements and cost reductions. Both have closely followed cleantech developments and recently found excitement in the evolution of the Nissan LEAF, which has seen significant enhancements since its launch: doubling power capacity, tripling battery and charging capacity, quadrupling range, and reducing cost by about 33%. These improvements exemplify the broader trend of falling battery costs and rising performance that are transforming the EV market. Liebreich’s recent Substack post features a compelling slide illustrating these gains and projects a future where, within 15 years, a Nissan LEAF could potentially offer 500 miles of range, 375 kW fast charging, and a price around $25,000. This forecast underscores the article’s main takeaway: the EV revolution is far from over and is poised for even more dramatic advancements. The piece emphasizes that these
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The article from CleanTechnica critiques Tesla’s recent release of more affordable versions of the Model Y and Model 3, highlighting significant disappointments, especially in the U.S. market. Contrary to expectations, these models are not substantially cheaper than previous premium versions once tax credits are factored in. Notably, the U.S. Standard Model Y lacks standard Autosteer and Autopilot features, requiring an additional $8,000 or monthly fees for Full Self-Driving (FSD) capabilities. Moreover, the U.S. version offers less range (36 miles fewer) and a downgraded interior while costing $2,500 more than a week earlier, making it less attractive to potential buyers. In contrast, the Standard Model Y launched in Europe has been better received due to larger price reductions (up to $12,800 less than the premium RWD version) and retention of Autopilot, despite a modest range decrease. This European version could broaden Tesla’s market by making the
energyelectric-vehiclesTeslaautonomous-drivingautomotive-technologyclean-energyelectric-car-marketWhich Automaker Is Going To Surge Most From US EV Tax Credit Rush? - CleanTechnica
The article from CleanTechnica discusses the impending phase-out of the US electric vehicle (EV) tax credit and explores which automakers are likely to experience the biggest surge in sales as buyers rush to purchase EVs before the deadline. It provides a comprehensive list of current EV models on the market along with their starting prices, highlighting that only vehicles priced below $55,000 for cars and $80,000 for SUVs, vans, and pickups qualify for the tax credit. This price cap excludes many luxury models, but several SUVs and crossovers from brands like Acura, Audi, BMW, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Ford, Hyundai, Jaguar, Jeep, Kia, Lexus, Mercedes, Nissan, Subaru, Tesla, Toyota, Vinfast, Volvo, and Volkswagen do qualify. The article notes that Tesla, with its significant unused production capacity, is well-positioned to capitalize on the tax credit rush, potentially delivering a much stronger third quarter. Chevrolet, Ford, and Nissan are also seen as likely to increase production
energyelectric-vehiclesEV-tax-creditautomakersclean-energysustainable-transportationelectric-car-marketThe £700 Million Grant For UK Electric Vehicles - CleanTechnica
The UK government has announced a £700 million (approximately $948 million USD) grant program aimed at accelerating the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) by reducing the purchase cost of new EVs. The grants will provide discounts of up to £3,750 on eligible electric cars priced up to £37,000, with the largest reductions targeting the most environmentally friendly models. This initiative is part of the government’s broader strategy to encourage drivers to transition away from petrol and diesel vehicles, supporting the UK’s commitment to cleaner transportation. The article also provides a detailed list of affordable EV models available in the UK market, highlighting which vehicles benefit from manufacturer reductions, government grants, or both. Notable models include the Leapmotors T03 (£14,495), Dacia Spring (£14,995), BYD Dolphin (£18,650), Hyundai Ioniq 5 (£19,255), and many others, with prices adjusted to reflect the new grant scheme. Some vehicles have seen manufacturer price cuts
energyelectric-vehiclesUK-government-grantEV-subsidiesclean-transportationsustainable-energyelectric-car-marketUS Auto Sales Up 3% in Q2, Tesla Sales Down 13% — CHARTS - CleanTechnica
In the second quarter of 2025, US auto sales increased by 3% compared to both Q2 2024 and Q2 2023, marking a steady recovery following the market disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and supply chain issues linked to geopolitical tensions. Leading automakers in the US during this period were Ford and Toyota, followed by Chevrolet, Honda, and Hyundai. Despite overall growth in the auto market and electric vehicle (EV) sales, Tesla experienced a notable decline, with its sales dropping 13% year-over-year in Q2 2025, causing the company to fall to 11th place in US auto brand rankings. Other EV makers like Rivian and Lucid also faced challenges, with Rivian’s sales down 23%, while Lucid saw a modest 10% increase. Looking at longer-term trends from Q2 2021 to Q2 2025, Tesla’s sales grew by 73%, second only to Lexus and Genesis, and
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The article from CleanTechnica criticizes the current U.S. political leadership, particularly the MAGA movement, for pushing legislation that undermines clean energy and clean transportation policies. It argues that this backward-looking approach will harm America’s competitiveness in the global auto and solar industries. While the rest of the world rapidly adopts electric vehicles (EVs) and solar power, the U.S. risks falling behind by revoking incentives that support EV manufacturing and supply chains. Experts cited in the article warn that U.S. automakers are losing market share internationally, especially in Asia, Europe, and Latin America, where affordable electric and hybrid vehicles from Chinese manufacturers dominate. The article highlights the danger of protectionist policies that block Chinese EVs from the U.S. market, which may breed complacency among American automakers and delay innovation. Furthermore, the article stresses that the U.S. auto industry’s future depends on embracing global trends toward low-emission vehicles, or it will face declining sales and competitiveness. The
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