Source: https://motorwatt.com/ev-news # EV Market and Green Energy Technology News EV Market News ## Latest EV Market News [ 29 December, 2025 ## Tesla Value Explained Beyond Cars, Robotaxis, AI, and Optimus Tesla value starts beyond the car business Tesla Motors value often sparks debate because traditional valuation tools focus on vehicles sold today. That lens misses the broader direction. From the start, Tesla rarely appeared fairly priced, even at its public debut. Forward motion, not comfort, de… ](/ev-news/tesla-value-explained) [ 27 December, 2025 ## Tesla Software Update sets the tone for smarter driving Tesla Software Update covers a rolling series of over-the-air enhancements that refine driving, charging, safety, and in-car entertainment. The 2025 Holiday release pushes daily convenience forward with Grok AI voice navigation, richer Dog Mode oversight, smarter routing, and a playful batch of cab… ](/ev-news/tesla-software-update) [ 22 November, 2025 ## Tesla 2025 Shareholder Meeting: How Musk Set the Stage for a $25,000 Robotaxi and a New Electric Era The Tesla 2025 Shareholder Meeting outlines Musk’s roadmap for Cybercab robotaxi production in 2026, Roadster 2.0 with sub-one-second acceleration, Semi 2.0’s 500-mile capability and several sub-$30,000 EVs, reshaping expectations for electric mobility in the United States. Tesla 2025 Shareholder… ](/ev-news/tesla-2025-shareholder-meeting) [ 30 October, 2025 ## The Jetson Air Games, held near Dubai in October 2025, marked the world’s first flying car race The Jetson Air Games weren’t just another motorsport debut—they signaled the dawn of a new era in electric aviation. Hosted outside Dubai on October 13, 2025, this event turned the concept of flying cars from Hollywood fantasy into screaming reality. Twelve Jetson eVTOL racers took to the air, pilo… ](/ev-news/jetson-air-games) [ 28 October, 2025 ## Nissan’s Double EV Strike: Leaf Glow-Up and All-New Micra EV Steal the UK Spotlight The Nissan Leaf 2026 and Micra EV 2026 are two electric cars designed to make sustainable driving mainstream again. The 2026 Leaf returns as a sharper, longer, and tech-savvier hatchback with up to 340 miles (547 km) of range, while the Micra EV joins as a compact urban sibling offering 220 miles (… ](/ev-news/new-nissan-leaf-and-micra-ev) [ 28 October, 2025 ## Mercedes-Benz Drops the “EQ” Badge: GLC EV Debuts as the Brand’s New Electric Flagship The Mercedes-Benz GLC EV marks a pivotal shift for the brand—its first electric SUV to abandon the “EQ” identity. Rather than being a futuristic offshoot, it represents a confident evolution of the mainstream GLC into an all-electric luxury model. With its 82 kWh battery and 320-mile WLTP range (ar… ](/ev-news/mercedes-benz-glc-ev-debuts) [ 23 October, 2025 ## Rise of Hybrids Over Full EVs: Why Drivers Are Shifting in 2025 The rise of hybrids over full EVs in 2025 reflects a shift from hype to practicality. With EVs facing high prices and charging limits, hybrids offer affordability, reliability, and no range anxiety. Global hybrid sales jumped over 30%, making them the preferred bridge toward electrified mobility… ](/ev-news/rise-of-hybrids-over-full-evs) [ 23 October, 2025 ## EV Tax Credit Eligibility After 2025: What Buyers Can Still Claim EV tax credit eligibility changed after September 30, 2025, when federal credits of $7,500 for new EVs and $4,000 for used ones expired. Only buyers with binding contracts before that date qualify. However, state rebates, dealer discounts, and charger installation credits remain available. EV tax… ](/ev-news/ev-tax-credit-eligibility) [ 21 October, 2025 ## The Next Wave of Electric Vehicles – Jeep Recon, Tesla Roadster, and More The 2025 lineup of electric vehicles includes Jeep’s off-road-ready Recon, Tesla’s lightning-fast Roadster, Chrysler’s sleek crossover, and Rivian’s budget-friendly R2 SUV—all pushing performance, efficiency, and design to new limits in the EV world. As the electric vehicle market shifts into high… ](/ev-news/the-next-wave-of-electric-vehicles) [ 06 May, 2025 ## EV Adoption in the U.S.: What’s Slowing the Shift to Electric Cars What is EV Adoption? EV adoption describes how quickly electric vehicles are replacing gas-powered cars in the U.S. From 2020 to 2023, it looked like the EV wave was coming in fast—sales jumped from 2% to 7.6% of all new cars. But here in 2025, things have plateaued. April numbers show EVs still h… ](/ev-news/ev-adoption-in-the-usa) [ 30 April, 2025 ## Commercial EVs 2025: Isuzu D-Max, Windrose Semi, and Off-Highway Stars Commercial EVs like the Isuzu D-Max and Windrose electric semi are redefining work vehicle fleets in 2025. With up to 670 km of range, export power features, and rising adoption in construction and agriculture, these vehicles blend utility with zero emissions. What is a Commercial EV? Commercial… ](/ev-news/commercial-evs-2025) [ 27 April, 2025 ## Cheaper Tesla Model: A Game-Changer for Electric Vehicles The cheaper Tesla Model, set for production in 2025, promises a $25,000 price tag, around 200-250 miles of range, compact size, Tesla tech, and optional autonomous capabilities to revolutionize affordable EVs. ](/ev-news/cheaper-tesla-model) [ 24 April, 2025 ## Verge Motorcycles Launches Verge Next to Share EV Tech With Industry Verge Motorcycles is launching Verge Next, a B2B platform to license its hubless Donut engine and modular EV components to other manufacturers. This move promotes innovation, lowers development costs, and could expand electric mobility globally. ](/ev-news/verge-motorcycles-launches-verge-next) [ 08 April, 2025 ## Harbinger Begins Serial Production of U.S.-Built Medium-Duty Electric Chassis Harbinger, a U.S. electric truck maker, has started serial production of its medium-duty EV chassis in California. With 4,690 orders valued at $500M and $100M in Series B funding, the vertically integrated company is reshaping American commercial EV manufacturing. ](/ev-news/harbinger-begins-serial-production) [ 07 April, 2025 ## How China’s EV Boom Is Charging Past Tesla and Redefining the Global Auto Market China’s EV market led by BYD is outpacing Tesla in sales, innovation, and expansion. BYD’s 5-minute charging battery, $9,500 EVs, and V2G tech signal a shift. With Tesla sales down and Chinese factories going global, China is reshaping the future of electric mobility. In the electric vehicle game… ](/ev-news/china-ev-boom) [ 06 April, 2025 ## Tesla Model Y Refresh 2025: Range, Tech, and a Much-Needed Interior Upgrade The 2025 Tesla Model Y refresh features a 353-mile range, 0–60 mph in 4.1 seconds, softer interior materials, improved suspension, and better noise insulation. It aims to restore Tesla’s EV dominance amid rising competition and political controversy. 2025 Tesla Model Y Refresh: Inside the 353-Mile… ](/ev-news/tesla-model-y-refresh-2025) [ 03 April, 2025 ## Impact of Trump’s Tariffs on Electric Vehicles Trump’s 2025 tariffs impose a 25% charge on imported electric vehicles and parts, aiming to boost U.S. manufacturing but raising EV prices. Tesla may benefit, while foreign brands like Volkswagen and BYD face higher costs. The move could stall EV adoption as tax credits vanish. Trump’s Tariffs 202… ](/ev-news/trump-tariffs-on-ev) [ 31 March, 2025 ## Tesla’s Saudi Arabia Launch & Tariff Win: Strategy in 2025 Tesla’s 2025 strategy hinges on two fronts: leveraging U.S. import tariffs that penalize foreign automakers and launching EV sales in Saudi Arabia. With domestic manufacturing and a pivot to the Gulf market, Tesla aims to offset global sales dips and outmaneuver BYD’s rise. Tesla’s Saudi Arabia La… ](/ev-news/tesla-saudi-arabia-launch) [ 31 March, 2025 ## BYD's Technological Edge in the EV Market BYD defines dominance with its ultra-fast charging system, offering 250 miles of range per 5-minute charge, rivaling Tesla's tech. The affordable Qin L EV sedan challenges Tesla's Model 3 through cost-effective innovation, emphasizing BYD's growing influence and competitive edge in the global marke… ](/ev-news/byd-technological-edge-in-the-ev-market) [ 25 March, 2025 ## Tesla’s Struggles and Upcoming Plans: An In-Depth Look Tesla, once the undisputed leader in the electric vehicle (EV) market, is facing a turbulent period as it grapples with declining sales, intensifying competition, and operational challenges. As of March 25, 2025, the company finds itself under increasing scrutiny, particularly following a significa… ](/ev-news/tesla%E2%80%99s-struggles-and-upcoming-plans) - [ NEWS EV Market News ](/ev-news) - [ BLOG MOTORWATT Blog ](/ev-blog) - [ RATINGS MOTORWATT Ratings ](/?Itemid=2463) - [ Market Trends EV Market Trends ](/ev-blog/trends) - [ Reviews EV Reviews ](/ev-blog/reviews) - [ EV HOWTOs EV Tips and Tricks ](/ev-blog/howtos) ## Most Popular News: [ Autonomous Electric Vehicles are self-driving cars powered by electricity, integrating AI and machi… ](/ev-news/autonomous-electric-vehicles-in-2025) [ BYD is dominating the Chinese EV market, selling nearly 300,538 NEVs in January 2025—almost five ti… ](/ev-news/byd-s-market-domination) [ Ultra-fast EV charging is revolutionizing the industry, with BYD’s Super e-Platform enabling 1000 k… ](/ev-news/byd%E2%80%99s-1000-kw-breakthrough) [ Lucid Motors is set to double production in 2025, targeting 20,000 EVs with the Gravity SUV. This l… ](/ev-news/lucid-motors-targets) [ Recently, the global stage for motorcycle enthusiasts was graced by the splendid exhibitions of EIC… ](/ev-news/2025-new-electric-motorcycles-unveiled) [ The frosty tundras of Norway have once again set the stage for the El Prix winter tests, an electri… ](/ev-news/real-cold-weather-range-of-electric-cars) [ Mercedes-Benz is set to launch 21 new models by 2026, featuring an array of electric and hybrid veh… ](/ev-news/mercedes-benz-unveils-21-new-models) [ The cheaper Tesla Model, set for production in 2025, promises a $25,000 price tag, around 200-250 m… ](/ev-news/cheaper-tesla-model) [ The Hyundai Creta Electric 2025 is India’s newest electric SUV, offering a range of up to 473 km wi… ](/ev-news/hyundai-creta-electric) [ The Alef Aeronautics Model A is the world’s first electric flying car, featuring eVTOL capabilities… ](/ev-news/alef-aeronautics-electric-flying-car) ## Best Electric Vehicles in the EV Database: (/best-electric-cers-2025)### TOP 10 Best Electric Cars in the EV Database Here's how we rank the best **[electric cars and SUVs](https://ev.motorwatt.com/ev-database/database-electric-cars "electric cars and SUVs Database")**, focusing on key factors like performance, comfort, practicality, and overall driving pleasure. [Best Electric Cars](/best-electric-cers-2025) (/best-electric-motorcycles-2025)### Best Electric Motorcycles 2025 Here's how we rank the best [**Electric Motorcycles**](https://ev.motorwatt.com/ev-database/catalog-electric-motorcycles "Electric Motorcycles"), focusing on key factors like performance, comfort, practicality, and overall driving pleasure. [Best electric motorcycles](/best-electric-motorcycles-2025) (/best-evtols)### Best eVTOLs in the EV Database Here's how we rank the best [**eVTOLs**](https://ev.motorwatt.com/ev-database/flying-electric-vehicles "eVTOLs"), focusing on key factors like performance, comfort, practicality, and overall driving pleasure. [Best eVTOLs](/best-evtols) ---