The European Commission accepts Volkswagen's commitment on the pricing of pure electric vehicles made in China
Wallstreetcn·- The European Commission announced on February 10 that it accepted Volkswagen's price commitment regarding the export of pure electric vehicles to the EU. - This allows Volkswagen (Anhui) Co., Ltd. to export its CUPRA Tavascan model at or above a specified minimum import price, exempting it from previously imposed anti-subsidy taxes. - The commitment includes a limitation on export quantities and plans for significant investments in electric vehicles within the EU, aimed at supporting the EU's industrial strategy and climate goals.Xinhua Silk Road: Ecosystem and sustainability redefine global automotive brand value: report
EQS·- The 2025 AutoVision Global Automotive Brand Value Evaluation Report reveals that ecosystem capabilities and sustainability are now key metrics for automotive brand value. - Toyota reclaimed the top position, followed by Volkswagen and China's BYD, marking a significant rise in the representation of Chinese brands in the top rankings. - The report emphasizes that leading brands need to move beyond traditional manufacturing and focus on building integrated ecosystems to thrive in the evolving automotive landscape.Can Europe Go Electric & Remain Sovereign?
cleantechnica·Hybrid cars top choice for consumers in Europe in 2025: data
Yahoo Finance·- Battery-electric vehicles experienced the largest sales increase percentage in the EU last year, while hybrid-electric vehicles became the most preferred choice among consumers. - In total, 10.8 million new vehicles were registered in 2025, marking a 1.8 percent increase compared to 2024, although sales remain below pre-pandemic levels. - Hybrid-electric vehicle sales grew by 13.5 percent, reaching 34.5 percent of total sales, while battery-electric vehicles rose by 30 percent to account for 17.4 percent, despite some declines in petrol and diesel vehicle sales.