The EU's four largest economies are locked in a high-stakes battle over the future of combustion engines. While France and Spain defend billions already invested in electric infrastructure, Germany's chancellor vows to "do everything" to overturn the 2035 ban—and China's automakers are watching closely.
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The fortress of European engineering has a new conqueror. Germany’s “Green Hell” has just been tamed by China's BYD Yangwang U9 Xtreme. The 3,000-hp hypercar didn't just beat the record—it shattered it, becoming the first production EV in history to officially break the 7-minute barrier with a time of 6:59.157. This isn't just a new lap time; it's a stunning message to the established European automotive elite.
Elon Musk shocked investors by revealing Tesla no longer prioritizes vehicle sales. Instead, the company is betting its future on autonomous taxis—a strategy that could take years to pay off in Europe, where regulatory approval remains distant and public trust is fragile.
For months, European buyers were left wondering. Tesla’s flagship Model S and Model X vanished from the configurator, sparking frustration and speculation. Now, the wait is officially over. The 2025 models are back, and they don't just mark a return—they bring significant updates, including a record-setting 744 km WLTP range, dynamic ambient lighting, and the one practical feature drivers have been demanding.
Mercedes-Benz is pushing the boundaries of electric mobility with a new experimental vehicle. Codenamed ELF, this seemingly ordinary minivan is a mobile laboratory for the future of charging. It’s capable of absorbing 100 kWh of energy in just 10 minutes, a speed that could make charging an electric vehicle as quick as a conventional fuel stop and significantly alter the public perception of EV ownership.
Tesla's €39,990 Model Y challenges European makers already under pressure from Chinese rivals. Past price cuts triggered market-wide reactions within months.
The decision for UK families seeking an affordable, spacious electric SUV just became significantly more complex. Geely, the automotive giant behind respected brands like Volvo and Lotus, has officially unleashed its own EX5 SUV on British soil. It arrives not just with a compelling sub-£32,000 price tag, but with a clear, ambitious message: the established order of the EV market has a serious new contender to reckon with.
Tesla has achieved its fastest quarterly expansion of charging infrastructure, opening 4,000 new Supercharger stalls worldwide during the third quarter of 2025. The milestone marks the largest three-month growth in the company's history and brings the global network to over 70,000 charging points. With 54 million charging sessions recorded and the rollout of 500 kW V4 technology, Tesla strengthens its position as the world's largest fast-charging network operator.
A colossal lithium deposit confirmed deep beneath German soil could reshape Europe's push for battery independence. The discovery of 43 million tonnes of lithium carbonate equivalent in the Altmark region promises a more environmentally friendly extraction method and a major strategic win for the continent's automotive industry.
While Tesla drivers in Europe have been seeing the new, taller V4 Supercharger stalls appearing across the continent, their performance has been a quiet disappointment for some. Despite the new hardware, charging speeds have remained capped at the familiar 250 kW of the previous V3 generation. However, recent developments in California signal that a significant power upgrade is finally materializing, raising a key question: when will Europe get the full potential of V4?
