Floyd Hawkins

Porsche reported a 3% drop in global deliveries for 2024, with sales totaling 310,718 vehicles, the automaker announced on Tuesday. Despite a mixed performance, the debut of the Macan EV marked a significant milestone, outselling its internal combustion engine (ICE) counterpart in the fourth quarter. However, the fully electric Taycan experienced a steep 49% sales decline, underscoring challenges in the electric vehicle (EV) market.

Tesla has extended its free lifetime Supercharging promotion for the Cybertruck Foundation Series, which was originally set to expire at the end of 2024. The extension runs through January 31, 2025, as the company works to clear its remaining inventory of these high-end models.

Sales of electric vehicles (EVs) and plug-in hybrids reached 17.1 million units globally in 2024, marking a 25% increase compared to the previous year, according to a report by UK-based market research firm

The BT Group has decided to abandon its plans to repurpose up to 60,000 street cabinets in the UK as electric vehicle (EV) charging points. Instead, the telecommunications company will redirect its efforts toward improving WiFi infrastructure around existing charging stations, enabling better access to charging apps and digital services for EV drivers.

The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said on Monday it has launched an investigation into 129,222 Ford Motor vehicles following reports of collisions involving the automaker's hands-free driving system, BlueCruise.

Renault Group is strengthening its ties with the Chinese automotive sector to advance its electric vehicle (EV) development and streamline production processes, despite not selling cars in China. CEO Luca de Meo highlighted China's role in automotive innovation, stating, “This is where the real things are happening.”

Smart Europe CEO Dirk Adelmann expects the upcoming launch of the Smart #5 model in May to significantly boost the global sales of the joint venture between Mercedes-Benz and Geely. With the introduction of the #5, alongside existing models #1 and #3, Adelmann predicts annual sales could reach 120,000 vehicles worldwide by 2025.

Hyundai unveiled its first locally-produced electric SUV, the Creta Electric, in India on Friday at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo. With a starting price of ₹17.99 lakh (approximately $20,000), the Creta EV offers a range of up to 473 kilometers (294 miles) and marks Hyundai's latest push to solidify its presence in the growing Indian EV market.

U.S.-based startup Monarch Tractor has announced its expansion into Europe with the establishment of Monarch Tractor Europe N.V., headquartered in Antwerp, Belgium. The company aims to bring its driver-optional electric tractor, the MK-V, to European markets and develop a regional manufacturing and research hub.

Germany's automotive association (VDA) has raised concerns over U.S. President Donald Trump's proposed tariff plans, warning that the imposition of higher import duties could lead to increased car prices for U.S. consumers and negatively affect global automakers. The warning comes as the prospect of tariffs has caused a dip in auto stocks, with automakers bracing for potential impacts.