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On May 28, 2025, Brazilian prosecutors filed a lawsuit against Chinese electric vehicle (EV) giant BYD and two of its contractors, alleging the use of slave-like labor conditions and international human trafficking at a factory construction site in Camaçari, Brazil. The case, which seeks damages of 257 million Brazilian reais—approximately $50 million USD—highlights serious labor…
China’s commerce ministry is cracking down on a growing trend in the electric vehicle (EV) market: the sale of “zero-mileage” used cars—vehicles registered and plated but never driven. This practice, highlighted by Great Wall Motor’s Chairman Wei Jianjun, has sparked a regulatory response as automakers like BYD and Dongfeng Motor navigate intense competition and aggressive…
Volvo Cars announced on May 26, 2025, that it will cut 3,000 jobs globally, primarily targeting white-collar roles, as the automaker grapples with high costs, a slowdown in electric vehicle (EV) demand, and looming trade tariffs, reports Automotive News. The decision comes amid a challenging period for the automotive industry, with Volvo citing the need…
Chinese electric vehicle (EV) giant BYD Co. (1211.HK) triggered a seismic shift in the EV market by slashing prices on 22 of its models by as much as 34%, intensifying a price war in China amid slowing demand. According to a Bloomberg report, this move, which saw the Seagull hatchback drop to $7,780 (55,800 yuan)…
Volvo Cars’ CEO, Hakan Samuelsson, has raised concerns over looming tariffs that could significantly increase costs for electric vehicle (EV) buyers in the United States. In a recent statement, Samuelsson highlighted the challenges of maintaining affordability for models like the Volvo EX30 amid a proposed 50% tariff on European imports, as reported by Reuters. Tariffs…
China’s electric vehicle (EV) market is facing unprecedented price cuts, with discounts reaching a record 16.8% in April, up from 16.5% in March, according to a recent Carscoops report. This intensifying price war, driven by fierce competition among nearly 50 active EV makers in China, is putting immense pressure on profitability, with only three manufacturers—BYD,…
On May 24, 2025, Xiaomi, the tech giant known for its smartphones, revealed its latest electric vehicle, the YU7—an electric SUV designed to compete directly with the Tesla Model Y. Boasting a sleek design reminiscent of the Ferrari Purosangue and a range of up to 519 miles, the YU7 positions itself as a formidable player…
A recent House-passed tax bill could reshape the electric vehicle (EV) landscape in the U.S., eliminating key subsidies that have fueled adoption and manufacturing. Reported by The New York Times, the legislation, if enacted, would raise EV prices, slow sales, and hinder America’s competitiveness in clean energy, while imposing new fees on owners. Subsidy Cuts…
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