Testing the entry-level Model Y: Where and how Tesla stripped back its bestseller
Tesla’s new registrations in the EU surged by 59.6 per cent in the first quarter of the year, while figures from the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) showed a 101.9 per cent increase in March alone. Tesla had long not recorded growth rates at this level. The company has evolved from a niche manufacturer into […]
Overview leading Dutch Fast Charging CPO’s May 2025, Fastned and Tesla account for 44% of the network
Fastned and Tesla: Market Leaders Two CPOs currently dominate the fast-charging market in the Netherlands: Fastned and Tesla. Together, they account for nearly 44% of all fast-charging points in the country — a significant share considering the growing number of players entering the field. Fastned has installed 1.060 fast charge points (CPs), with a total […]
UK rental fleet makes it EZ to go EV with 100 electric JCB options
An equipment rental company in the UK is making it easier than ever for construction and groundskeeping crews to test out electric equipment options by adding more than 100 electric machines from JCB to its Leicestershire rental fleet. As urban environments increasingly tighten the regulations and requirements for the type of machinery operated there, construction […]
This Radical Beach Cruiser Is A Refreshing Cure For Boring EV Designs
Renault is showcasing the versatility of its electric vehicle platform with a new open-air concept. Called the Renault 4 JP4x4 Concept, it takes cues from old and new Renault models. It’s a beach buggy with all-wheel drive and no windows. Renault just pulled the wraps off its latest concept, and it looks like it came […]
Delhi EV Policy 2026–2030 Draft: Subsidies, Mandates & Tax Benefits
The Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi (GNCTD) has released the Draft Delhi Electric Vehicle Policy 2026–2030, laying out an ambitious roadmap to accelerate electric vehicle adoption across the capital over the next four years. The draft policy, applicable from the date of official notification, introduces tiered purchase incentives, scrapping bonuses, 100% road […]
Leapmotor listens! Chinese brand ditches world’s most annoying key
EV and ranbge extender brand Leapmotor has listened to one of the loudest complaints about its cars, confirming it will roll out a proper physical key across future models and model-year updates. The Chinese brand’s current key-card system — used on models including the C10 and B10 SUVs — has come under fire in Australia, […]
Indonesia’s EV Transition Not Just to Cut Emissions, More So to Cut Oil Dependence, Study Says
Support CleanTechnica’s work through a Substack subscription or on Stripe. For decades, Indonesia built its economic and social stability around subsidized fuel. Cheap gasoline and diesel became embedded in transport habits, logistics systems and household budgets. Even today, fuel prices remain artificially low by regional standards. However, this affordability is sustained by heavy state intervention, […]
New faster, cheaper Tesla model to come with new LFP battery pack
Tesla last week launched its most affordable Model 3 to date in the Canadian market, starting at the equivalent of less than $A43,000, with what appeared to be a more powerful powertrain, shaving a whole second off its 0-100 km/h sprint time. At that time, we suspected that it could be due to a new […]
First drive in the new Cupra Born: more than just a compact electric sports model?
The Cupra Born already positioned itself as the emotional counterpoint within the group at its market launch: same platform, same technology – but a different ambition. With the facelift, Cupra aims to intensify exactly that. More design, more performance, more emotion. The key question: how much of that actually translates into everyday driving? Madrid provides […]
Inside Europe’s biggest EV Charging financing deals (2022–2025): How institutional investors power CPO growth with billions
In this overview, we’ve included both equity deals and debt financing rounds. This mix was chosen to reflect the bigger picture: in the end, it’s about trust and the ability to generate long-term returns. The participation of major institutional players highlights how the capital markets increasingly recognise the value and stability of EV infrastructure investments. […]