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EU Tariffs on Chinese EVs Backfire, Boosting Hybrid Exports Despite Lower Electric Usage"
To counter Chinese subsidies, the EU imposed tariffs up to 45% on Chinese electric vehicles in October 2024, leading to increased Chinese hybrid vehicle exports to Europe; however, studies reveal that plug-in hybrids are used far less electrically than officially claimed, raising concerns about thei...
EU Tariffs on Chinese EVs Backfire, Boosting Hybrid Exports Despite Lower Electric Usage"
To counter Chinese subsidies, the EU imposed tariffs up to 45% on Chinese electric vehicles in October 2024, leading to increased Chinese hybrid vehicle exports to Europe; however, studies reveal that plug-in hybrids are used far less electrically than officially claimed, raising concerns about thei...
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56% Bias Score
Australian Hybrid Electric Vehicle Sales Plunge After Tax Break Ends
The end of a fringe benefits tax (FBT) exemption on some hybrid electric vehicles in Australia on March 31st caused a sharp drop in sales from 7904 in March to 4726 in April, sparking debate about government incentives for clean vehicles.
Australian Hybrid Electric Vehicle Sales Plunge After Tax Break Ends
The end of a fringe benefits tax (FBT) exemption on some hybrid electric vehicles in Australia on March 31st caused a sharp drop in sales from 7904 in March to 4726 in April, sparking debate about government incentives for clean vehicles.
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48% Bias Score
Spanish Car Market Stagnant Amidst High Prices and Slow Electric Vehicle Adoption
A 40dB survey reveals that only 10% of Spaniards plan to buy a car soon, preferring hybrids over electric due to high prices (30% increase since 2019) and limited charging infrastructure; this contrasts with the EU's 2035 ban on combustion engine sales.
Spanish Car Market Stagnant Amidst High Prices and Slow Electric Vehicle Adoption
A 40dB survey reveals that only 10% of Spaniards plan to buy a car soon, preferring hybrids over electric due to high prices (30% increase since 2019) and limited charging infrastructure; this contrasts with the EU's 2035 ban on combustion engine sales.
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40% Bias Score
EU Proposes Flexibility on 2035 Electric Vehicle Mandate
The European Commission is considering a plan to ease the transition to electric vehicles, including allowing plug-in hybrids after 2035, spreading emission penalties over three years, and providing tax incentives for electric company cars.
EU Proposes Flexibility on 2035 Electric Vehicle Mandate
The European Commission is considering a plan to ease the transition to electric vehicles, including allowing plug-in hybrids after 2035, spreading emission penalties over three years, and providing tax incentives for electric company cars.
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40% Bias Score
UK's 2034 Hybrid Car Sales Decision
The UK government is deciding whether to permit sales of non-plug-in hybrid vehicles until 2034, balancing environmental goals with the impact on the domestic auto industry, particularly Toyota's Burnaston plant.
UK's 2034 Hybrid Car Sales Decision
The UK government is deciding whether to permit sales of non-plug-in hybrid vehicles until 2034, balancing environmental goals with the impact on the domestic auto industry, particularly Toyota's Burnaston plant.
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48% Bias Score
Slow EV Adoption in 2025 Amidst Hybrid Dominance and Chinese Competition
In 2025, hybrid vehicles continue to dominate sales, while electric vehicle adoption slows despite discounts and 0% financing deals. The rise of Chinese EV manufacturers and potential policy shifts under President-elect Trump add uncertainty to the market.
Slow EV Adoption in 2025 Amidst Hybrid Dominance and Chinese Competition
In 2025, hybrid vehicles continue to dominate sales, while electric vehicle adoption slows despite discounts and 0% financing deals. The rise of Chinese EV manufacturers and potential policy shifts under President-elect Trump add uncertainty to the market.
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40% Bias Score
Nissan Qashqai's e-POWER Upgrade: 1200km Range, Enhanced Efficiency
Nissan's upgraded e-POWER system in the Qashqai achieves a 1200km range with 4.5l/100km fuel consumption, offering a 16% fuel saving and 12% lower CO2 emissions compared to its predecessor, showcasing a refined, efficient range-extending EV technology.
Nissan Qashqai's e-POWER Upgrade: 1200km Range, Enhanced Efficiency
Nissan's upgraded e-POWER system in the Qashqai achieves a 1200km range with 4.5l/100km fuel consumption, offering a 16% fuel saving and 12% lower CO2 emissions compared to its predecessor, showcasing a refined, efficient range-extending EV technology.
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48% Bias Score
Netherlands Surpasses One Million Plug-in Electric Vehicles
In the first quarter of 2024, the Netherlands reached over one million plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs), with private ownership exceeding 500,000 for the first time, driven by increased availability and government incentives, although adoption remains higher among business owners.
Netherlands Surpasses One Million Plug-in Electric Vehicles
In the first quarter of 2024, the Netherlands reached over one million plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs), with private ownership exceeding 500,000 for the first time, driven by increased availability and government incentives, although adoption remains higher among business owners.
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32% Bias Score
Toyota's Multi-Technology Approach Aligns with EU's Slower EV Transition
Toyota's Kenshiki Forum showcased its multi-technology approach to vehicle development, emphasizing customer needs and a balanced approach to electrification, coinciding with the EU's decision to slow the electric vehicle transition; this strategy includes the FT-Me micro-EV and three new electric S...
Toyota's Multi-Technology Approach Aligns with EU's Slower EV Transition
Toyota's Kenshiki Forum showcased its multi-technology approach to vehicle development, emphasizing customer needs and a balanced approach to electrification, coinciding with the EU's decision to slow the electric vehicle transition; this strategy includes the FT-Me micro-EV and three new electric S...
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48% Bias Score
Australia's Hybrid Car Boom Masks Slow EV Adoption
In 2024, Australian sales of traditional hybrid cars surged by 76% to 172,696, while EV sales rose by only 16% to 114,000, creating a debate about government incentives and their impact on emission reduction targets.
Australia's Hybrid Car Boom Masks Slow EV Adoption
In 2024, Australian sales of traditional hybrid cars surged by 76% to 172,696, while EV sales rose by only 16% to 114,000, creating a debate about government incentives and their impact on emission reduction targets.
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44% Bias Score
Dutch New Car Registrations Rise 3.1% in 2024
The Netherlands saw a 3.1% rise in new car registrations in 2024, reaching 381,227, driven partly by a December surge and the phasing out of electric car subsidies; hybrid cars remain most popular, but gasoline cars still dominate the overall market.
Dutch New Car Registrations Rise 3.1% in 2024
The Netherlands saw a 3.1% rise in new car registrations in 2024, reaching 381,227, driven partly by a December surge and the phasing out of electric car subsidies; hybrid cars remain most popular, but gasoline cars still dominate the overall market.
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36% Bias Score
Australian EV Sales Dip, Hybrids Rise
Sales of battery electric vehicles fell sharply in Australia's third quarter of 2024, while hybrid vehicle sales rose, influenced by tax incentives and government policies.
Australian EV Sales Dip, Hybrids Rise
Sales of battery electric vehicles fell sharply in Australia's third quarter of 2024, while hybrid vehicle sales rose, influenced by tax incentives and government policies.
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0% Bias Score
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