Daily Archive: July 2, 2025

Leasing: New Automotive Giants Lack A Credible Climate Strategy

Europe’s leasing companies have made little to no meaningful climate commitments, despite their growing influence and key role in decarbonising the automotive sector. Across Europe, leasing has become the main way of accessing new cars. The sector already accounts for over 50% of new registrations, a figure expected to rise ... [continued]

Scania Adds Electric Trucks & Buses to South Australian Fleet

Swedish truck and bus manufacturer Scania has quietly but steadily grown its presence and influence across Australia, especially through its focus on sustainable transport, advanced vehicle technology, and a commitment to road safety. In a press statement, the company announced developments that showcase a multi-faceted approach to the Australian market, ... [continued]

XPENG Sales Soar 242%!

As I just reported, NIO’s June sales were up strongly year over year. The whole Chinese EV market has been going up and up and up, but NIO’s sales are up more. That said … XPENG has shot through the roof and is on the way to the moon. XPENG’s ... [continued]

NIO Sales Up 26% Year Over Year

NIO’s sales continue to rise, not astronomically, but actually quite solidly and strongly. The company’s sales — all fully electric vehicles of course — were up 17.5% in June compared to June 2024. Across the whole quarter, sales were up 25.6%. In June, the company had 24,925 vehicle deliveries. In ... [continued]