Electric Scooter Sales – January 2026: Brand-wise, Market Share & Trends
India’s electric two-wheeler market opened in January 2026 with over 1.15 lakh registrations (≈115,800 units) across major brands, marking a sharp year-on-year expansion and signalling renewed demand alongside accelerating EV adoption across segments. Market leadership remains concentrated, with legacy brands – TVS Motor, Bajaj Auto, and Ather Energy collectively accounting for a dominant share of […]
BYD joins lawsuit against Trump tariffs
The company’s American units filed a lawsuit in the US Court of International Trade on Jan. 26, arguing that a suite of executive orders that underpin the tariffs are invalid, making the collection of the duties unlawful, according to the filing. While BYD currently does not sell passenger cars in the USA, the Chinese company […]
“From a trickle to a real market:” Government urged to retain FBT exemption for EVs
Two of Australia’s leading electric vehicle (EV) proponents have called on the federal government to retain the fringe benefit tax (FBT) exemption for electric vehicles, saying its removal will stymie further growth in sales. The Electric Vehicle Council (EVC) and the National Automotive Leasing and Salary Packaging Association (NALSPA) have separately described the Electric Car […]
AI Startup That Does EV-Related Materials Science Discovery Raises $8M
Support CleanTechnica’s work through a Substack subscription or on Stripe. Or support our Kickstarter campaign! Though the political winds currently are blowing against clean, renewable electricity and sustainable transportation in the US, fortunately, in other countries, investment in such technologies continues. The UK-based startup Polaron recently raised $8 million. Racine2, an investment fund, […]
Tesla’s Door Handles Went Global. Now China Is Cracking Down
One thing I have learned from covering electric vehicles for years is that not everything on your car needs to be reinvented in some supposedly futuristic way. Call me old-fashioned, but I still like having some physical buttons instead of every control being routed through a big screen. And those electronic charging port doors? Come […]
Genesis is launching a unique new luxury EV platform in 2027
Genesis is growing faster than practically any luxury marque in history. With plans to introduce a unique new EV platform next year, Genesis aims to solidify its status in the premium segment. Genesis prepares for a new EV platform in 2027 After celebrating its tenth anniversary last year, Genesis promised that the next ten years […]
5 Mistakes When Installing EV Chargers at Home in UK
A big mistake is treating outdoor installation like indoor installation. If your unit is exposed to rain, frost, hose spray, or wind-driven moisture, the enclosure must be correctly rated and correctly fitted. Poor weather protection can lead to water ingress and premature faults. In the UK, you’ll often see outdoor units specified with IP-rated […]
NIO, XPeng Report Monthly Deliveries for January 2026
The global electric vehicle market kicked off 2026 with impressive momentum, as two of China’s leading EV manufacturers, NIO and XPeng, reported January delivery figures alongside major technological and international milestones. NIO Inc. delivered 27,182 vehicles in January 2026, marking a remarkable 96.1% year-over-year increase. The performance highlights the growing strength of NIO’s multi-brand strategy. […]
BMW iX1 and BMW iX2 with increased range, BMW iX3 with new colors and charging option
BMW is preparing a round of updates for its electric lineup in spring 2026, introducing new drive technology and expanded equipment options across several models. The BMW iX1 and iX2 will both benefit from upgraded power electronics designed to reduce energy consumption and extend driving range. At the same time, the BMW iX3 will have […]
2026 Polestar 2 Long range Single motor review: The EV that quietly got better
When the Polestar 2 arrived in Australia in 2022 it was premium Sino-Swedish electric brand’s only act. Since then the 3 and 4 have joined the line-up and the 5 is looming. Yet this ageing fastback remains a key contributor to the Polestar’s small-but-growing sales volume. For 2026, the update list to the Long range […]