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- 1Electric Vehicles Outsell Petrol and Diesel Cars in Europe for First Time●Electric Vehicles Outsell Gasoline, Diesel Cars in Europe for First Time
Electric vehicles have outsold gasoline and diesel cars in Europe for the first time, marking a historic milestone for the continent's auto industry. The shift signals accelerating consumer adoption of battery-electric models as European manufacturers push ahead with electrification plans and emissions rules tighten across the region.
- 2China took 59% of world's new industrial robots in 2025●China accounted for 59% of global industrial-robot installations in 2025
New figures show China accounted for 59% of global industrial-robot installations in 2025, cementing its position as the world's dominant market for factory automation. The share dwarfs installations in Europe and North America, underlining how Chinese manufacturers are automating faster than any other region amid rising labour costs and competition in electric vehicles and electronics.
- 3Trump Fuel Economy Rollback Reignites Gas vs. EV Debate●Gas vs. EV: Trump’s Fuel Economy Rollback Could Give Buyers More Choice
The Trump administration is moving to roll back federal fuel economy standards, a shift that could make gasoline-powered vehicles cheaper and more widely available alongside electric models. Supporters frame it as expanding buyer choice and easing costs on automakers, while critics argue it will slow the transition to electric vehicles and increase emissions. The debate is drawing attention from car buyers, manufacturers and environmental groups alike.
- 4EU Electric Car Sales Surge as EV Market Share Hits 21.7%●EU Electric Car Sales Surge as EV Market Share Reaches 21.7% in 2026
Electric vehicle sales are climbing across the European Union, with EVs now accounting for 21.7% of the car market in 2026. The figures point to a steady shift away from combustion engines as manufacturers roll out more affordable models and charging networks expand. Industry watchers are debating whether the pace of growth will hold as subsidies are trimmed in several member states.
- 5Ford Races to Build EVs That Can Match China●Ford Is Trying To Build EVs That Can Match China. We Went Behind The Scenes To See How
Ford is working to develop electric vehicles capable of competing with Chinese automakers, who currently lead the market on cost and technology. InsideEVs reports from behind the scenes at Ford, examining how the company is rethinking its EV design, manufacturing and supply chain in an effort to close the gap with China's fast-moving car industry.
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New car sales are being lifted by strong demand for electric vehicles, according to trade reporting. The growth in registrations is attributed to buyers switching to battery-powered models, a trend being watched closely across the automotive industry as manufacturers scale up electric line-ups and markets adjust to the shift away from petrol and diesel cars.