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NIO ALL‑NEW ES8: SPECS AND FEATURES https://evne.ws/4nIYm4b

NIO ES8 ORDERS EXCEED ANNUAL OUTPUT https://evne.ws/3IzN2rY

NIO ET9 HORIZON EDITION PRICING DETAILS https://evne.ws/4nCkFbC

BYD U9 XTREME REACHES 308 MPH https://evne.ws/46uqX6e

BUFFETT SELLS ENTIRE BYD STAKE https://evne.ws/46C2MTy

LOTUS ELETRE PHEV SPOTTED IN CHINA https://evne.ws/4gGruXC

LOTUS UPDATES EMEYA AND ELETRE PRICING AND SPECS https://evne.ws/46rvG8M

MG4 TOPS 10,000 DELIVERIES IN 24 DAYS https://evne.ws/4npVVnh

2026 AVATR 07: SPECS AND PRICING https://evne.ws/3KcYZEI

JAECOO 7 LEADS AUTO TRADER DEMAND https://evne.ws/4mqvpc4

Weclcome back to EV News Daily, and welcome to our new series where we go deep into one particular EV, called The Spec Sheet. And today it’s the turn of the Mercedes-Benz GLC with EQ Technology—a vehicle that represents a significant jump forward for Stuttgart's approach to electric mobility.
Unlike previous EQ models that carried distinct names and styling, this GLC shares its nameplate with the combustion-powered version while riding on an entirely different platform purpose-built for electric drive. 
This marks Mercedes' previously announced departure from the standalone EQ brand identity toward a unified approach where electric and internal combustion variants coexist under familiar model names.
Stay tuned to discover:
·       How Mercedes' new MB.EA platform architecture delivers both efficiency and performance
·       The technical innovations behind the GLC's 443-mile WLTP range capability
·       Why this model represents the centerpiece of Mercedes' largest product offensive in company history
The GLC holds particular significance as Mercedes-Benz's global best-selling model. By electrifying this cornerstone SUV, the company is making a clear statement about its electric future while maintaining design continuity that existing customers will instantly recognize. And more importantly for a brand which saw pushback from S-Class and E-Class buyers towards the change in direction with the EQS and EQE respectively, Mercedes-Benz will hope this is an easier sell to their fans.

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STELLANTIS BATTERY TECH INCREASES EV RANGE https://evne.ws/4nrwVMg

LEAKED DETAILS OF NEW MODEL Y https://evne.ws/3KgkZyr

PANASONIC PUSHES ANODE-FREE EV BATTERIES https://evne.ws/3VuB1XW

FORD PUMA GEN-E LEADS CARWOW RANKINGS https://evne.ws/4njRlae

VOLKSWAGEN WILL SELL CITY CAR AS VOLKSWAGEN https://evne.ws/3KdGG28

BLUEOVAL CITY CONSTRUCTION COMPLETED; EV START DELAYED https://evne.ws/42GwSE0

SCOUT MOTORS ADDS $300M SUPPLIER PARK https://evne.ws/46ClSJ7

DAF BEGINS XD AND XF ELECTRIC PRODUCTION https://evne.ws/4pC1pwO

ELECTRIC FOR ALL REACHES HUNDREDS OF MILLIONS https://evne.ws/4mvmndQ

RISING COSTS THREATEN UK EV CHARGING AFFORDABILITY https://evne.ws/3Kmn6Rf

BMW X5 TO OFFER FIVE DRIVETRAINS https://evne.ws/4nIsBIs

Welcome back to EV News Daily, and welcome to a special bonus edition of the podcast looking at the future of Ford in Europe.
There was a time when it seemed every second driveway in Britain and Germany had a Ford. School runs in Fiestas, morning commutes in Focuses, and the blue oval found pride of place in government fleets and police motor pools. I remember the UK tabloid newspapers would talk about Mondeo-man as a shorthand for the average guy.
Ford’s grip on Europe’s roads was so firm that, for twelve years straight, the Fiesta reigned supreme as the UK’s favourite car—a symbol of trust and accessibility on a continental scale.
Today, Ford's European operations face a critical juncture where electric vehicles represent both the company's greatest challenge and its most viable path to salvation. The American automaker finds itself struggling with declining market share, factory closures, and former management missteps that have left it vulnerable to Chinese competition and disconnected from EV buyers.
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It's EV News Briefly for Monday 22 September 2025, everything you need to know in less than 5 minutes if you haven't got time for the full show.

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STELLANTIS BATTERY TECH INCREASES EV RANGE https://evne.ws/4nrwVMg

LEAKED DETAILS OF NEW MODEL Y https://evne.ws/3KgkZyr

PANASONIC PUSHES ANODE-FREE EV BATTERIES https://evne.ws/3VuB1XW

FORD PUMA GEN-E LEADS CARWOW RANKINGS https://evne.ws/4njRlae

VOLKSWAGEN WILL SELL CITY CAR AS VOLKSWAGEN https://evne.ws/3KdGG28

BLUEOVAL CITY CONSTRUCTION COMPLETED; EV START DELAYED https://evne.ws/42GwSE0

SCOUT MOTORS ADDS $300M SUPPLIER PARK https://evne.ws/46ClSJ7

DAF BEGINS XD AND XF ELECTRIC PRODUCTION https://evne.ws/4pC1pwO

ELECTRIC FOR ALL REACHES HUNDREDS OF MILLIONS https://evne.ws/4mvmndQ

RISING COSTS THREATEN UK EV CHARGING AFFORDABILITY https://evne.ws/3Kmn6Rf

BMW X5 TO OFFER FIVE DRIVETRAINS https://evne.ws/4nIsBIs

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EUROPEAN EV BRAND LOYALTY AND CHARGING TRENDS https://evne.ws/4muN2HT

GM EXTENDS EV LEASE INCENTIVES THROUGH YEAR-END https://evne.ws/4nFU2m2

PORSCHE CAYENNE EV DEVELOPED WITH SIMULATIONS https://evne.ws/4pA9z8W

35% OF UK DRIVERS LIKELY TO CHOOSE EVS https://evne.ws/422H7SW

EREVS: CONSUMER MISUNDERSTANDING AND OPPORTUNITY https://evne.ws/47TxSIA

TESLA-UBER FREIGHT TO DRIVE SEMI ADOPTION https://evne.ws/4ndDW3g

TESLA SETTLES TWO 2019 AUTOPILOT LAWSUITS https://evne.ws/4mkObS5

MUNICH AIRPORT OPENS 275-POINT EV CHARGING PARK https://evne.ws/42ECC12

EV REALTY BUILDS TRUCK CHARGING HUBS https://evne.ws/4mv0MCd

SPAIN 2025 GRID AND EV CHARGING https://evne.ws/46hgVXn

ICELAND NEW CAR REGISTRATIONS RISE, EVS LEAD https://evne.ws/46M0QsJ

U.S. EV CHARGING NETWORK GROWTH SLOWS https://evne.ws/4gz8mdZ

UK PLANS £500M SOUTHAMPTON EV TERMINAL https://evne.ws/4nIRgg1

It's EV News Briefly for Sunday 21 September 2025, everything you need to know in less than 5 minutes if you haven't got time for the full show.

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EUROPEAN EV BRAND LOYALTY AND CHARGING TRENDS https://evne.ws/4muN2HT

GM EXTENDS EV LEASE INCENTIVES THROUGH YEAR-END https://evne.ws/4nFU2m2

PORSCHE CAYENNE EV DEVELOPED WITH SIMULATIONS https://evne.ws/4pA9z8W

35% OF UK DRIVERS LIKELY TO CHOOSE EVS https://evne.ws/422H7SW

EREVS: CONSUMER MISUNDERSTANDING AND OPPORTUNITY https://evne.ws/47TxSIA

TESLA-UBER FREIGHT TO DRIVE SEMI ADOPTION https://evne.ws/4ndDW3g

TESLA SETTLES TWO 2019 AUTOPILOT LAWSUITS https://evne.ws/4mkObS5

MUNICH AIRPORT OPENS 275-POINT EV CHARGING PARK https://evne.ws/42ECC12

EV REALTY BUILDS TRUCK CHARGING HUBS https://evne.ws/4mv0MCd

SPAIN 2025 GRID AND EV CHARGING https://evne.ws/46hgVXn

ICELAND NEW CAR REGISTRATIONS RISE, EVS LEAD https://evne.ws/46M0QsJ

U.S. EV CHARGING NETWORK GROWTH SLOWS https://evne.ws/4gz8mdZ

UK PLANS £500M SOUTHAMPTON EV TERMINAL https://evne.ws/4nIRgg1

EUROPEAN EV BRAND LOYALTY AND CHARGING TRENDS
An annual EV Driver Survey of 3,900 people across the UK and key European markets, finds high brand retention among current electric vehicle drivers: 93% in the UK, 87% in Spain, and 86% in Germany say they are likely to buy the same brand again.
GM EXTENDS EV LEASE INCENTIVES THROUGH YEAR-END
GM will extend EV lease incentives for Chevy, GMC, and Cadillac through December 31, protecting deals signed before September 30 despite the federal tax credit expiry. The program lets buyers lock in rebates for vehicles already in transit, with lease prices expected to rise after the commercial-credit route closes.
PORSCHE CAYENNE EV DEVELOPED WITH SIMULATIONS
Porsche’s Cayenne EV, due for debut at the end of the year, was developed using extensive AI and digital simulations that cut development time and prototype count by 20%. The SUV, built on the 800V SSP platform, targets a fast charge from 10% to 80% in 16 minutes and offers wireless charging as an option.
35% OF UK DRIVERS LIKELY TO CHOOSE EVS
Renault UK’s survey finds 35% of British drivers are likely to choose an EV following the government’s Electric Car Grant, especially younger buyers and men. Barriers include charging, range, and cost, but all Renault’s EVs now qualify for grant thresholds, starting from £21,495.
EREVS: CONSUMER MISUNDERSTANDING AND OPPORTUNITY
Escalent research reveals most car buyers lack awareness of Extended Range Electric Vehicles (EREVs), but favorability rises after learning about their hybrid nature. Automakers see EREVs as a bridge to EV adoption for hesitant buyers, and models like Ram’s pickup and VW Scout are attracting more deposits than BEVs.
TESLA-UBER FREIGHT TO DRIVE SEMI ADOPTION
Tesla is partnering with Uber Freight to deploy electric Semis on freight routes, aiming to drive broader EV truck adoption and highlight operating cost benefits. Uber’s network helps reduce uncertainties for operators, positioning Tesla’s Semi to compete in commercial shipping lanes with “no compromises”.
TESLA SETTLES TWO 2019 AUTOPILOT LAWSUITS
Tesla discreetly settled two lawsuits from 2019 California crashes involving Autopilot; these come after a major Florida verdict against Tesla over FSD failures. The settlements underscore legal risks around Tesla’s self-driving technology, which is central to the company’s trillion-dollar valuation narrative.
MUNICH AIRPORT OPENS 275-POINT EV CHARGING PARK
Munich Airport opened Bavaria’s largest EV charging park with 275 stations and a solar array of 7,216 modules generating up to 3 MW of renewable power. The €5.2 million project gives passengers 138 accessible EV chargers and supports broader adoption in Germany.
EV REALTY BUILDS TRUCK CHARGING HUBS
EV Realty is addressing grid limitations for electric trucks by building multi-fleet fast-charging hubs in California, using proprietary software to optimize site selection near industrial centers. The company raised $75 million for expansion, modelling its facilities after data centers and targeting hundreds of megawatts of unused grid capacity.
SPAIN 2025 GRID AND EV CHARGING
Spain’s surging EV adoption in 2025 is stressing the nation’s power grid, with current charging sites capable of 1–3 MW but future upgrades needed for heavy-duty vehicles and rural coverage. Experts warn grid upgrades must precede mass charge point rollouts to avoid bottlenecks as demand grows.
ICELAND NEW CAR REGISTRATIONS RISE, EVS LEAD
Iceland’s new car registrations jumped 28% year-on-year, mostly driven by rental companies, with 80% of sales classified as “new energy” vehicles. Fully electric cars accounted for a third of registrations, hybrids 24%, plug-in hybrids 21%, and petrol/diesel just 20%.
U.S. EV CHARGING NETWORK GROWTH SLOWS
U.S. EV charging infrastructure growth slowed to 19% in the past year, even as demand rises, and total charging output increased 52%. A survey found 53% of U.S. respondents cited lacking charging access as the biggest barrier to EV adoption.
UK PLANS £500M SOUTHAMPTON EV TERMINAL
ABP plans a £500 million electric vehicle terminal at Southampton to handle surging imports of Chinese EVs, projecting over 100,000 vehicles in 2026—20% of UK car trade through the port. Expansion plans include multi-storey storage, new berths, and capacity to meet demand, as the UK takes a more open approach than the EU or US on Asian EV imports.

Welcome back to EV News Daily. Today, just for fun, we’re looking at the world of EV hypercars, and how the shift to EV has turned the established world order on its head.
The electric vehicle revolution has reached its apex in the hypercar segment, where manufacturers are pushing the boundaries of speed, power, and engineering excellence.
German manufacturers, while maintaining their reputation for engineering precision and build quality, face significant challenges in matching the raw performance metrics achieved by their Chinese competitors.
With manufacturers from Japan, Croatia, Sweden, and the United Kingdom also contributing unique solutions to the electric hypercar segment. This global redistribution of high-performance electric vehicle manufacturers represents a democratization of automotive technology that was previously concentrated in traditional automotive manufacturing centres.

So let’s get into our Top 10 Countdown. Plus stay tuned, because I’ll even give you a bonus one at the end, which some people might argue shouldn’t even be on the list.
Lotus Emeya – 159 mph (256 km/h)
Porsche Taycan Turbo GT Weissach – 190 mph (305 km/h)
Nio EP9 – 194 mph (313 km/h)
Maserati GranTurismo Folgore – 202 mph (325 km/h)
Lucid Air Sapphire – 205 mph (330 km/h)
Pininfarina Battista – 222–225 mph (358 km/h)
Lotus Evija – 217 mph (349 km/h)
Rimac Nevera R – 268.2 mph (431.45 km/h)
Aspark Owl SP600 – 273 mph (438.7 km/h)
Yangwang U9 Track Edition – 293.54 mph (472.41 km/h)

The success of previously unknown manufacturers in achieving world-class performance levels indicates that electric vehicle adoption may create opportunities for new industry leaders while challenging established automotive hierarchies.
As electric vehicle technology continues advancing, the current performance achievements represent merely the beginning of a new era in automotive engineering, where traditional limitations of internal combustion engines no longer constrain vehicle performance and where global competition for technological supremacy is reshaping the fundamental structure of the automotive industry.

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HYUNDAI TARGETS CHINA REBOUND WITH ELECSEO EV https://evne.ws/3VsM3wN

HONDA WN7 ELECTRIC NAKED BIKE DEBUTS FOR EUROPE https://evne.ws/4nEZNQT

STELLANTIS ORDERS STOP-DRIVE ON CITROËN MODELS https://evne.ws/4nfPYJA

VOLKSWAGEN AND RIVIAN SOFTWARE DISPUTE MAY DELAY MODELS https://evne.ws/3IxwfWy

NISSAN SUSPENDS 2026 ARIYA SALES IN U.S. https://evne.ws/4mq9rpF

SCANIA SUPER PHEV POWERTRAIN LAUNCHED FOR BUSES https://evne.ws/4pvxxlB

CHINA URGES EU TO DROP EV TARIFFS https://evne.ws/3IqfrRo

SENATE CONFIRMS JONATHAN MORRISON TO LEAD NHTSA https://evne.ws/3IwNHue

NEW JERSEY ANNOUNCES $20M ELECTRIC BUS AND CHARGING GRANTS https://evne.ws/4mrmUNU

PANASONIC TO DELIVER SAMPLE SOLID-STATE CELLS 2027 https://evne.ws/41Z7MQK

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XPENG EVTOLS COLLIDE DURING AIRSHOW REHEARSAL https://evne.ws/42xMxFG