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Top Selling Electric Vehicles in the World — February 2026

4 April 2026 at 03:59

Plugin vehicle registrations were down 11% year over year (YoY) in February, ending the month close to 1.1 million units. Both BEVs (-8% YoY) and PHEVs (-16% YoY) had sales drops. This is the worst drop since the COVID-19 era, but there is one easy explanation for this — incentives. ... [continued]

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BYD Sales Down 20.4% in March

Continuing its 2026 trend, BYD had another down month in terms of year-over-year vehicle sales. Only one segment of its vehicle sales saw growth (and it was significant growth). To start with, let’s jump into the passenger vehicle sales. Note that for each chart or graph, I’m including a static ... [continued]

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Lynk & Co In Europe To Be Operated By Volvo Cars To Support Growth And Unlock Commercial Synergies

1 April 2026 at 02:22

Under a signed Memorandum of Understanding (“MoU”), Volvo Cars is planned to take on Lynk & Co’s commercial and brand operations in Europe, further supporting the brand’s growth plans in the region. Lynk & Co will maintain its strict brand independence and remain an integral part of the Geely Auto ... [continued]

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Argentina & Mexico Just Placed A Massive EV Order On Brazil: 50,000 BYDs (Each) For 2027

Argentina has been the Latin American EV laggard for as long as I’ve been following the regional transition: it was the last country to surpass 0.1% market share, then one of the last to get to 1%. It also had almost zero presence from the region’s most popular brands, with ... [continued]

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Mercedes-Benz Trucks opens orders for its eArocs 400 electric construction truck

1 April 2026 at 15:24

Mercedes-Benz Trucks will begin sales of its new battery-electric eArocs 400 in April, expanding its electric portfolio to include the construction segment.

Customers in an initial 13 EU markets can now order the eArocs 400, which made its debut at last year’s bauma trade fair in Munich. Beginning in the third quarter of 2026, the base vehicle will be produced at the Mercedes-Benz plant in Wörth am Rhein, followed by integration of the electric drivetrain by Paul Group, headquartered in Vilshofen an der Donau.

The eArocs 400 is equipped with two LFP battery packs, each offering 207 kWh of capacity, housed in a battery tower behind the cab. It’s designed specifically for urban and near-road construction work, and in many use cases, it can complete a full work day without intermediate charging.

The eArocs 400 is initially offered in two versions, with technically permissible gross vehicle weights of 37 and 44 tonnes. It is available in an 8×4/4 axle configuration and four wheelbase options, and is suitable for applications such as dump bodies and concrete mixer bodies.

Key components from the second-generation Mercedes Benz eActros portfolio have been incorporated into the eArocs 400.

The eArocs 400 features an 800-volt onboard electrical architecture, as well as an integrated 3-speed transmission, providing a continuous output of 380 kW and a peak output of 450 kW. The truck supports charging at up to 400 kW via the standard CCS2 charging interface, available on both sides of the vehicle.

“The new battery-electric eArocs 400 combines the robustness required with an efficient electric drive system, covering key use cases in near-road construction,” said Stina Fagerman, Head of Marketing, Sales and Services at Mercedes Benz Trucks.

Source: Mercedes-Benz Trucks

Europe EV Sales — Record Month!

2 February 2026 at 23:14

BEVs reach 28% market share! EVs had another strong month in Europe, with a record 453,000 plugin vehicles being registered in Europe in December, blasting through the previous record set three years before, 412,000 units. Of those 453,000 units registered in December, 327,000 of them were BEVs, with pure electrics ... [continued]

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Lynk & Co 08 Achieves Guinness World Record by Reaching 293 Kilometers in 100% Electric Mode

2 February 2026 at 23:12

With an unprecedented electric range in its segment, Lynk & Co’s flagship SUV earns global certification for its leadership in engineering, efficiency, and plug-in hybrid technology Lynk & Co has set a new Guinness World Records™ title with the Lynk & Co 08, achieving 293 kilometres in fully electric driving ... [continued]

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Europe EV Sales — Record Month!

2 February 2026 at 23:14

BEVs reach 28% market share! EVs had another strong month in Europe, with a record 453,000 plugin vehicles being registered in Europe in December, blasting through the previous record set three years before, 412,000 units. Of those 453,000 units registered in December, 327,000 of them were BEVs, with pure electrics ... [continued]

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Lynk & Co 08 Achieves Guinness World Record by Reaching 293 Kilometers in 100% Electric Mode

2 February 2026 at 23:12

With an unprecedented electric range in its segment, Lynk & Co’s flagship SUV earns global certification for its leadership in engineering, efficiency, and plug-in hybrid technology Lynk & Co has set a new Guinness World Records™ title with the Lynk & Co 08, achieving 293 kilometres in fully electric driving ... [continued]

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WattEV doubles capacity, adds megawatt chargers at San Bernardino electric truck charging depot

2 February 2026 at 16:51

WattEV offers a Truck-as-a-Service solution for carriers and owner-operators—not only does the company have its own fleet of electric trucks, it also operates five heavy-duty EV charging depots, and has 15 more under development. Now the company has added more charging ports and increased the available charging power at its busiest electric truck charging depot, located in San Bernardino, California.

The San Bernardino truck charging depot, located adjacent to I-215, one of Southern California’s busiest freight corridors, has added thirty 250 kW CCS ports and six 1.2 MW MCS ports to its existing 24 ports, and offers 11.5 MW of total charging power. The site will now be able to charge up to 200 electric trucks per day while offering megawatt charging capability for trucks compatible with the MCS standard.

“At our San Bernardino depot, strong and sustained utilization—currently averaging approximately 700 MWh per month—has created the need to more than double the site’s capacity” said CEO Salim Youssefzadeh. “San Bernardino sits at the center of some of the most freight-dense corridors in the country, and scaling this depot enables us to support real-world fleet growth with reliable charging, dependable operations and infrastructure designed for long-term commercial deployment.”

Source: WattEV

Charge To The Parks Is Back! (Silverado EV Long Term Review Begins Now)

1 February 2026 at 14:32

If you’ve been reading CleanTechnica for a while, you probably remember the Charge to the Parks Project (we’re also on Bluesky and on Facebook), where I aimed to visit all of the national parks possible on all-electric power. Along the way, I tried crazy things, like pulling a trailer full ... [continued]

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Charge To The Parks Is Back! (Silverado EV Long Term Review Begins Now)

1 February 2026 at 14:32

If you’ve been reading CleanTechnica for a while, you probably remember the Charge to the Parks Project (we’re also on Bluesky and on Facebook), where I aimed to visit all of the national parks possible on all-electric power. Along the way, I tried crazy things, like pulling a trailer full ... [continued]

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Vingroup Commits USD 3 Billion Investment for Smart City, EV, Solar and Tourism Projects in Telangana – EQ

In Short : Vietnam’s Vingroup has announced a USD 3 billion investment in Telangana to develop large-scale projects across smart cities, electric mobility, renewable energy, tourism, healthcare, and education. Spread over 2,500 hectares, the initiative includes India’s first electric taxi fleet, a 1,080-hectare smart city, and a 500 MW solar power project.

In Detail : Vietnamese conglomerate Vingroup has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Government of Telangana to invest USD 3 billion in developing an integrated multi-sector ecosystem across the state. The projects will cover smart urban development, electric mobility, renewable energy, tourism, healthcare, education, and strategic infrastructure, marking one of the largest foreign investment commitments in Telangana.

The investment will be spread over nearly 2,500 hectares and is expected to significantly strengthen Telangana’s urban infrastructure, clean energy capacity, employment opportunities, and global investment positioning. The partnership reflects Vingroup’s broader global expansion strategy and reinforces its growing presence in the Indian market.

A key component of the initiative is the launch of India’s first large-scale electric taxi fleet through GSM, Vingroup’s mobility arm. The fleet will use VinFast electric vehicles, supporting cleaner urban transport, reducing carbon emissions, and contributing to Telangana’s electric mobility ambitions.

Vingroup is also evaluating the establishment of electric vehicle manufacturing and assembly facilities in the state. This move would further integrate Telangana into India’s EV supply chain and strengthen the state’s position as a hub for electric mobility and advanced manufacturing.

Under its real estate arm, Vingroup plans to develop a Vinhomes Smart City over 1,080 hectares, designed to house nearly 2,00,000 residents. The project is expected to generate around 10,000 jobs and will include smart infrastructure, digital services, sustainable urban design, green spaces, and modern mobility solutions.

In addition to residential development, around 70 hectares will be dedicated to social infrastructure, including Vinschool K–12 campuses, Vinmec international hospitals, and a V-Green electric vehicle charging network. These facilities aim to enhance access to high-quality education, healthcare, and EV support services.

The tourism segment of the investment includes a 350-hectare integrated entertainment destination under the VinWonders brand. The project will feature a large theme park, a modern zoo, and a safari experience, positioning Telangana as a major tourism and leisure hub.

On the renewable energy front, Vingroup’s green energy arm VinEnergo will develop a 500 MW solar power plant across 500 hectares. The project will supply clean energy to residential zones, industrial areas, and EV infrastructure, directly supporting Telangana’s renewable energy and climate goals.

The Telangana government has assured full support for the projects through land allocation, fast-track approvals, and policy incentives. Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy described the investment as a major endorsement of the state’s “Telangana Rising” vision, while Vingroup stated that Telangana offers strong potential aligned with its expertise in smart cities and electric mobility.

Lynk & Co Launches “The New 08 Limit Less” Campaign and a New in‑Car App Designed to Encourage Electric‑First Driving

30 January 2026 at 02:00

Gothenburg, Sweden — Lynk & Co launches its new dedicated marketing campaign: “The New 08. Limit Less”, celebrating a milestone product for the European market. “The New 08. Limit Less” campaign reignites the conversation around the Lynk & Co 08 by spotlighting range as a driver of flow – uninterrupted, ... [continued]

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Lynk & Co Launches “The New 08 Limit Less” Campaign and a New in‑Car App Designed to Encourage Electric‑First Driving

30 January 2026 at 02:00

Gothenburg, Sweden — Lynk & Co launches its new dedicated marketing campaign: “The New 08. Limit Less”, celebrating a milestone product for the European market. “The New 08. Limit Less” campaign reignites the conversation around the Lynk & Co 08 by spotlighting range as a driver of flow – uninterrupted, ... [continued]

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