Radomir Pocuca

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 significant downturn in its European market performance. This situation has sparked widespread discussion about Tesla’s future trajectory, its ability to maintain market dominance, and the viability of its ambitious upcoming plans. Below, we explore these struggles in detail and examine what Tesla has in store to address them.  https://motorwatt.com/ev-news/tesla%E2%80%99s-struggles-and-upcoming-plans #tesla #MOTORWATT #ElectricVehicles #ElectricVehicle #EV

In 2025, Tesla became the focal point of protests and vandalism, spurred by anti-Elon Musk sentiment and political backlash. The unrest, termed "domestic terrorism" by some officials, reflects societal tensions and challenges Tesla's brand image, amid Musk's controversial political role and leadership at the Department of Government Efficiency.  https://motorwatt.com/ev-news/tesla-protests-vandalism-in-2025 #Tesla #MOTORWATT #ElectricVehicles #ElectricVehicle #EV

Mercedes-Benz is gearing up for a transformative journey, announcing plans to introduce 21 new models over the next two years. This bold strategy aims to cater to a diverse clientele, blending cutting-edge electric technology with traditional luxury. Let's delve into the upcoming lineup for 2025 and 2026.  https://motorwatt.com/ev-news/mercedes-benz-unveils-21-new-models #Mercedes #MOTORWATT #ElectricVehicles #ElectricVehicle #EV

In 2024, California’s electric vehicle (EV) landscape presented a picture of modest growth. EVs accounted for 25.3% of new auto registrations, a small rise from 25% in the preceding year. While the growth represents movement in the right direction, it starkly contrasts with California’s ambitious blueprint, which envisages that a whopping 35% of new car sales will be zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) by 2026, steadily increasing to 100% by 2035.  https://motorwatt.com/ev-news/california-s-2024-ev-sales #MOTORWATT #ElectricVehicles #ElectricVehicle #EV

Lucid Motors is set to double production in 2025, targeting 20,000 EVs with the Gravity SUV. This luxury electric three-row SUV, boasting 450 miles of range and rapid charging, marks Lucid’s push into the mainstream market. The transition comes alongside a leadership change, as Peter Rawlinson exits and Marc Winterhoff steps in as interim CEO.  https://motorwatt.com/ev-news/lucid-motors-targets #Lucid #MOTORWATT #ElectricVehicles #ElectricVehicle #EV

BYD is dominating the Chinese EV market, selling nearly 300,538 NEVs in January 2025—almost five times Tesla's sales. With a 26.9% market share in China, expansion into Singapore and the UK, and a focus on affordability and advanced technology, BYD is rapidly becoming a global EV leader.  https://motorwatt.com/ev-news/byd-s-market-domination #BYD #Tesla #MOTORWATT #ElectricVehicles #ElectricVehicle #EV

EV charging infrastructure struggles with congestion, vandalism, and policy changes. Tesla's Supercharger Queue System aims to reduce wait times, while new vandalism-resistant cables combat cable theft. Meanwhile, a federal rollback of chargers raises concerns about public access. As demand rises, can private investment keep pace with EV growth?  https://motorwatt.com/ev-news/ev-charging-infrastructure

The Kia PV5 is an electric van under Kia’s “Platform Beyond Vehicle” (PBV) lineup, featuring a modular design for customizable cargo and passenger configurations. Expected to offer a 200-mile range, fast charging, and a starting price below £40,000, the PV5 is poised to revolutionize urban logistics and fleet electrification.  https://motorwatt.com/ev-news/kia-pv5-electric-van #KIA #MOTORWATT #ElectricVehicles #ElectricVehicle #EV

Once again, Mercedes-Benz finds itself in a bit of a pickle, doesn't it? Just as we were all gearing up for an unprecedented electric future, the wheels seem to be coming off. Their profits have taken a nosedive, falling by nearly a third, and it’s all thanks to a slowdown in their electric car business. It's not just a solitary event for Mercedes-Benz; rather, this development paints a vivid picture of the broader challenges facing the entire electric vehicle market. And it's raising some serious questions about the sustainability of this electrifying transformation. Measures are being put in place, but the conversation about whether the EV revolution is sustainable rages on.  https://motorwatt.com/ev-news/mercedes-benz-cuts-costs #mercedesbenz #mercedes #MOTORWATT #ElectricVehicles #ElectricVehicle #EV #EVs #EVdatabase

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The grand plan to build a national network of EV chargers under the NEVI program has hit a rather massive speed bump. With billions already earmarked to ease "range anxiety" and boost EV adoption, the Trump administration has slammed the brakes, suspending all new funding. Now, states, automakers, and environmental groups are scrambling to figure out what happens next. Is this a sensible cost review or a politically charged roadblock? Let's break it down.  https://motorwatt.com/ev-news/nevi-funding-freeze