Electric Cars

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Half of Irish drivers willing to make the move to electric or hybrid car, survey shows
Research shows 72% of those who say they prefer to use their car also expressed an openness toward using more environmentally friendly commuting options

Tue, 19 Mar, 2024

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Registrations of new electric cars slide over 15% 
SIMI director general Brian Cooke called on Government to extend incentives and invest in charging infrastructure

Fri, 01 Mar, 2024

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Chinese electric car makers make drive for European buyers at Geneva show
After unveiling the new electric R5, Renault chief executive Luca de Meo insisted Europe's car industry was 'up for the challenge'

Mon, 26 Feb, 2024

Electric car charging - London
Electricity providers urged to pass on fall in wholesale prices to EV drivers
'We must ensure that the benefits of cost reductions are passed on to consumers, rather than contributing to inflated profits for charging companies,' senator said

Fri, 23 Feb, 2024

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Mercedes warns electric cars will remain expensive for some time amid cooling demand  
High living and borrowing costs slowing demand 

Thu, 22 Feb, 2024

Electric car charging - London
EV charging void has drivers trying new routes to power up
With a void, start-ups and householders are renting out charges to electric vehicle owners with no driveways — but we need a sustainable solution

Wed, 21 Feb, 2024

Stellantis Earns
European carmakers scramble to cut electric model costs as sales growth slows
The arrival of lower-cost Chinese electric vehicles has added new impetus to European car makers' ongoing efforts to develop more affordable models

Thu, 15 Feb, 2024

Electric car power charging, Charging technology, Clean energy filling technology.
Letters to the Editor: We're glad we prevailed over EV anxiety
One reader responds to Colin Sheridan's column about electric vehicles, while others consider issues including social media, the forthcoming referenda, and power-sharing in the North

Wed, 07 Feb, 2024

Colin Sheridan: Being in charge of an EV induces anxiety
Colin Sheridan: Being in charge of an EV induces anxiety
There's one simple rule when you own an electric vehicle

Fri, 02 Feb, 2024

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Only 6% of State-owned vehicles are electric or hybrid
Social Democrats TD Jennifer Whitmore said: 'I think it just shows that the Government itself has not taken this seriously.'

Thu, 25 Jan, 2024

Electric vehicle breakdown survey
Number of new electric cars licensed up 45% last year
The proportion of new cars licensed which had diesel engines declined

Wed, 17 Jan, 2024

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Tesla faces inquiry by Norway's safety regulator over suspension failures
A decision is expected by Christmas. The agency has the authority to order a recall if an automaker refuses

Thu, 21 Dec, 2023

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VW weighs co-operation with Renault on €20,000 electric car
The average retail price of an electric car in Europe in the first half of 2023 was over €65,000

Fri, 08 Dec, 2023

Volvo shares fall to record low as Chinese owner sells small stake in car firm
Volvo shares fall to record low as Chinese owner sells small stake in car firm
Geely had launched a placing of 100 million Volvo Cars shares, which the deal's bookrunners said after the market close were sold at around $350m in total.

Fri, 17 Nov, 2023

Drivers to be given insight into EV driving at Cork event
Drivers to be given insight into EV driving at Cork event
EV information day to take place in Tramore Valley Park from 1pm on Saturday

Wed, 08 Nov, 2023

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Olaf Scholz dismisses fears of EV trade war with China
German chancellor made a strong case for globalised markets as the EU probes state subsidies of China's EV manufacturers

Thu, 28 Sep, 2023

Electric car charging - London
Lack of second-hand electric cars a 'real barrier' to affordability
Second-hand car market should be part of the drive to EVs, UCC expert told Dáil committee

Wed, 27 Sep, 2023

Electric car charging - London
Motor industry seeks Budget extension of EV incentives
SIMI wants a continuation of SEAI grants and VRT relief, and an extension of benefit-in-kind reliefs for three more years

Fri, 01 Sep, 2023

China's car giant Byd drives profits as sales climb
China's car giant Byd drives profits as sales climb
Robust financial performance will help as the company navigates another period of discounting in the world’s biggest car market

Tue, 29 Aug, 2023

Electric car power charging, Charging technology, Clean energy filling technology.
European car sales continue growth streak as demand rises for EVs
The Tax Strategy Group, which includes advisors and officials across government departments, hinted that higher taxes could be implemented for heavier vehicles that use fossil fuels to make up for revenue lost as motorists switch to electric cars

Wed, 19 Jul, 2023

Ora Funky Cat review: It might look strange, but it’s a reliable EV
Ora Funky Cat review: It might look strange, but it’s a reliable EV
The unusually named Ora Funky Cat electric car is made by Chinese firm Great Wall.

Sun, 07 May, 2023

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Tesla plans to build new Megapack battery factory in China
Tesla’s deepening China investment comes shortly after France’s Airbus announced plans to double its production capacity in the country for one of its top-selling jets.

Sun, 09 Apr, 2023

Electric Vehicle Smart Charging Action Plan
Irish Examiner view: From little acorns
Community Car

Fri, 03 Mar, 2023

Volvo XC40 EV review: High-quality crossover SUV delivers in every respect
Volvo XC40 EV review: High-quality crossover SUV delivers in every respect
Volvo’s XC40 has been around for five years — from the initial petrol and diesel options to a PHEV version and now this — the fully electric version

Mon, 23 Jan, 2023

Electric Vehicle Smart Charging Action Plan
Electric vehicle strategy aims to 'revolutionise' charging infrastructure
A new grant scheme for EV chargers will be available in sports clubs across the country and fast chargers available every 60km on the motorway network

Thu, 19 Jan, 2023

Electric car plugged in outside house
Car chargers every 60km on main roads under new plan
The plan is part of the EV Charging Infrastructure Strategy 2022-2025.

Wed, 18 Jan, 2023

British car industry heading for 'slow-motion crash'
Even more worrisome is the UK’s lack of a substantive battery supply chain needed to support mass manufacturing of electric vehicles

Fri, 25 Nov, 2022

Volkswagen electric plan to overtake Tesla runs into trouble
Volkswagen electric plan to overtake Tesla runs into trouble
Key battery car project may be pushed back from 2026 towards end of decade as new software will not be ready in time

Thu, 17 Nov, 2022

RENAULT MEGANE E-TECH ELECTRIC (BCB)
Renault to split into five units with plan to spin-off electric vehicles next year
At a long-awaited investor presentation, Renault said it targeted operating margins of 8% for 2025 and rising to more than 10% in 2030

Tue, 08 Nov, 2022

Electric car terms: What do I need to know?
Electric car terms: What do I need to know?
We’re going to be taking a look through some of the key EV terms that you really need to know

Wed, 02 Nov, 2022

Florida To Join California As Leader In Reducing Carbon Emissions
Ban on sales of new petrol and diesel cars by 2035 welcomed by environmental groups
Move hailed as 'good news' for motorists, with the prices of zero emissions cars to be cheaper and more affordable

Fri, 28 Oct, 2022

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Sustainability body introduces scheme to encourage firms to use electric vehicles
The Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland said it will be a demand-led scheme, with one vehicle per company, if enough businesses register their interest. It is up to the businesses themselves to insure the vehicles

Mon, 10 Oct, 2022

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Majority of public doubt 1m electric vehicles target will be met by 2030 
Initial upfront costs trump range anxiety and a lack of charging points as the biggest worry

Mon, 25 Jul, 2022

Electric Car Charging Stations - London
Homeowners to be able to claim electric vehicle home charger grant even without an EV
At the launch of the new Zero Emission Vehicles Ireland office, Transport and Environment Minister Eamon Ryan highlighted four new initiatives to address the issue of EV affordability 

Thu, 21 Jul, 2022

Plugging a charging connector into an electric vehicle
Britain scraps last subsidy for electric cars       
CEO of the UK's Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders, Mike Hawes, said: "This decision comes at the worst possible time."

Tue, 14 Jun, 2022

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New electric car licences charge ahead of diesel to double in a year
Hybrids now account for 22.87% of cars on Irish roads, with electric cars accounting for 13.10% and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles accounting for 7.17%.

Wed, 08 Jun, 2022

Recharging an electric car
Electric car sales already powering towards last year's total 
Lack of public charging points a challenge to Government's target of of having 1m electric vehicles on the road by 2030

Fri, 20 May, 2022

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Volkswagen to spend €7bn on Spanish battery plant in European e-car push
Valencia will be Volkswagen’s first battery factory outside of Germany and its second overall as part of a plan to establish six plants across Europe

Wed, 23 Mar, 2022

€63m paid out on electric vehicle grants in one year 
€63m paid out on electric vehicle grants in one year 
Total of 13,412 EV grants were issued last year, costing an average of €4,705

Thu, 17 Mar, 2022

Electric and hybrid cars account for over 20% of Irish car sales
Electric and hybrid cars account for over 20% of Irish car sales
The once-burgeoning second-hand import market from the UK has plummeted in popularity among Irish drivers since the final Brexit deal

Wed, 09 Mar, 2022

Electric car charging - London
Global electric vehicle sales double in just one year 
Government incentives continued to play a crucial role in supporting the uptake of battery-operated vehicles, research shows

Mon, 07 Mar, 2022

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Supply chaos stopping Irish car sale recovery, but electric vehicle sales rise
Car sales down 4.6% and remain nearly 22% behind pre-Covid levels. Last year saw an overall 19% rise in sales

Tue, 01 Mar, 2022

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Volkswagen eyes Porsche stock float for electric push
The tentative plan is estimated to value the sportscar brand at as much as €85bn

Tue, 22 Feb, 2022

European car sales fall for seventh consecutive month on chip shortage
European car sales fall for seventh consecutive month on chip shortage
The drop prolongs the industry’s worst stretch since the association started tracking the market in the early 1990s

Thu, 17 Feb, 2022

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