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The USA eliminates the start-stop system from cars. Why the Trump administration declared it "officially dead"

The USA eliminates the start-stop system from cars. Why the Trump administration declared it "officially dead"

The auto start-stop system has been eliminated in the United States. The decision is part of the Trump Administration’s strategy to cancel or modify the environmental standards imposed by the…

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Ferrari unveils Luce, its first 100% electric model (Photo & Video)

Ferrari unveils Luce, its first 100% electric model (Photo & Video)

The first fully electric model in Ferrari’s history is called Luce. The Italian manufacturer revealed some details about the new car, with an interior design inspired by aviation. Ferrari announced…

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After Romania and France, Dacia sales have plummeted in two other major markets in Europe

After Romania and France, Dacia sales have plummeted in two other major markets in Europe

After substantial increases in recent months, Dacia reports massive declines in two more major markets in Europe: Germany and Spain. So far, Romania and France have seen significant drops for…

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Tesla discontinues Model X and S vehicles as Elon Musk pivots to robotics

Tesla discontinues Model X and S vehicles as Elon Musk pivots to robotics

In the clearest signal yet that Tesla is moving away from the electric car business, CEO Elon Musk announced to investors that production of the Model X SUV and the…

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Competition Council Slaps €25 Million Fines on Dacia and Renault

Competition Council Slaps €25 Million Fines on Dacia and Renault

The Competition Council in Romania has fined eight automotive companies a total of 163.71 million lei (over 32 million euros) for participating in an anti-competitive agreement aimed at dividing the…

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BYD has surpassed Tesla and has become the world's largest electric car manufacturer

BYD has surpassed Tesla and has become the world's largest electric car manufacturer

Chinese automaker BYD has become the largest electric car producer after surpassing Tesla on Friday. Tesla lost its top position after a customer revolt against Elon Musk’s right-wing policies and…

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The country in Europe where almost 100% of new cars sold in 2025 were electric

The country in Europe where almost 100% of new cars sold in 2025 were electric

Classic engine cars are becoming a rarity in one of the Nordic countries in Europe. By 2025, almost all newly sold cars were electric. The automotive market in Norway surpassed…

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Electric cars are no longer the absolute priority: the EU relaxes the ban on traditional engines, Ford and Volkswagen change their strategy

Electric cars are no longer the absolute priority: the EU relaxes the ban on traditional engines, Ford and Volkswagen change their strategy

The global automotive industry is entering a tough recalibration phase, amid slowing demand for electric vehicles, financial pressures, and shifts in public policy. The European Union is preparing a significant…

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Car Battery Market Cartel: EU Imposes Hefty Fines on Manufacturers Including Rombat

Car Battery Market Cartel: EU Imposes Hefty Fines on Manufacturers Including Rombat

The European Commission has fined several European car battery manufacturers and the professional association EUROBAT approximately 72 million euros after finding a cartel that has restricted competition in the vehicle…

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Historic agreement between Ford and Renault

Historic agreement between Ford and Renault

Ford and Renault have signed a historic agreement and will launch two small electric cars, with the first set to go on sale in early 2028, announced Ford CEO, Jim…

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Renault intends to eliminate 3,000 administrative positions

Renault intends to eliminate 3,000 administrative positions

The French car manufacturer Renault plans to eliminate approximately 3,000 positions worldwide through a voluntary departure program targeting support functions. The measure is part of a cost-saving plan called „Arrow,”…

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Rabla 2025 starts on Monday. Car manufacturers criticize the program and ask for more money for electric cars

Rabla 2025 starts on Monday. Car manufacturers criticize the program and ask for more money for electric cars

The government approved, on Thursday, the budget of the 2025 Rabla Auto Program and the list of priority projects funded from the Environmental Fund. The program will start on Monday,…

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Volkswagen launches monthly subscription that boosts engine power

Volkswagen launches monthly subscription that boosts engine power

The German car manufacturer Volkswagen (VW) has introduced a subscription for customers in the UK who want to increase the power of some of its electric cars. Those who purchase…

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The road tax will increase starting September 1st

The road tax will increase starting September 1st

The Romanian government significantly increases the toll for car vignettes, starting from September 1, 2025, according to a draft law published by the Ministry of Finance. The measure is part…

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Auto production in the UK at the lowest level in the last 75 years. Tariffs imposed by Trump hit the industry

Auto production in the UK at the lowest level in the last 75 years. Tariffs imposed by Trump hit the industry

Car production in the United Kingdom recorded the most significant drop in the last 75 years in May, according to data published by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders…

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Alarming Report: Children are definite victims of tall SUVs, which are becoming the preferred choice for drivers in Europe

Alarming Report: Children are definite victims of tall SUVs, which are becoming the preferred choice for drivers in Europe

SUVs with high front ends are more prone to accidents involving pedestrians, especially children. However, such cars are increasingly being sold in Europe. The height of the bonnets of new…

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Volvo Cars is laying off 3,000 employees due to the crisis in the automotive industry

Volvo Cars is laying off 3,000 employees due to the crisis in the automotive industry

Swedish car manufacturer Volvo Cars announced on Monday that it will cut approximately 3,000 jobs as part of a major cost-efficiency plan in the midst of a challenging period for…

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Two regions in Romania, among the areas with the fewest cars in the EU

Two regions in Romania, among the areas with the fewest cars in the EU

In 2023, out of the 10 regions in the European Union with the lowest motorization rate, two were from Romania. The two regions in Romania are North-East (327) and South-Muntenia…

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Why Europe is reconsidering its bold plan to eliminate petrol and diesel cars

Why Europe is reconsidering its bold plan to eliminate petrol and diesel cars

Just four years ago, the European continent bet on an electric car revolution that was believed to be both environmentally friendly and profitable. European Union political leaders then proposed banning…

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The Chinese are launching a luxury rival for Porsche and Mercedes. How the new Denza Z car from BYD looks (Photo)

The Chinese are launching a luxury rival for Porsche and Mercedes. How the new Denza Z car from BYD looks (Photo)

The Chinese automotive giant BYD has already surpassed Tesla in electric vehicle sales, and now it is turning its attention to the luxury sports car segment. BYD unveiled the Denza…

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OPINIONS & ANALYSES
Nicușor Dan, România
Nicușor Dan, a president who bet on a MAGA cap
Emilian Isailă
Trump opens the battle for Congress: How he turned the State of the Union into an electoral test
Trump opens the battle for Congress: How he turned the State of the Union into an electoral test
Gabriela Pleș
Seven key takeaways and moments from Trump’s State of the Union address
Seven key takeaways and moments from Trump’s State of the Union address
Gabriela Pleș
Corneliu Bjola, profesor Oxford
The intelligence services need to be fundamentally restructured. Romania has lost the hybrid war with Russia – Video Interview
Emilian Isailă
Four years of war: Russia feels the cost. How ordinary Russians view Putin’s “special operation”
Four years of war: Russia feels the cost. How ordinary Russians view Putin’s “special operation”
Gabriela Pleș
Lia Savonea, judecătoare
The myth of the judiciary crisis and the real issue in the Judiciary
Emilian Isailă
Trump evokes Ceaușescu and dictator vibes
Trump evokes Ceaușescu and dictator vibes
Bogdana Boga
Support for George Simion, one of the delicate episodes that could cost Viktor Orban his grip on power
Support for George Simion, one of the delicate episodes that could cost Viktor Orban his grip on power
Gabriela Pleș
The hidden objectives of a visit to America
The hidden objectives of a visit to America
Emilian Isailă
A country openly defies the EU’s economic heavyweights, raising fears of a two-speed Europe
A country openly defies the EU’s economic heavyweights, raising fears of a two-speed Europe
BUSINESS
PSD agriculture minister calls for equal commercial margins on own-brand and branded products, accused of “stealing” idea from AUR
PSD agriculture minister calls for equal commercial margins on own-brand and branded products, accused of “stealing” idea from AUR
No VAT increase, says finance minister. What about pension unfreezing?
No VAT increase, says finance minister. What about pension unfreezing?
ANAF plans to bar administrators with repeated insolvencies from setting up new companies
ANAF plans to bar administrators with repeated insolvencies from setting up new companies
Power bills could fall by up to 15%. What happens to gas prices in April?
Power bills could fall by up to 15%. What happens to gas prices in April?
Romania to launch rare metals refinery in strategic deal involving Greenland licenses
Romania to launch rare metals refinery in strategic deal involving Greenland licenses
Growth in the number of prosumers is driving up bills for other consumers, AFEER warns
Growth in the number of prosumers is driving up bills for other consumers, AFEER warns
POLITICS
How Bolojan’s reform could be sidestepped: A mayor reveals the legal “loophole” to avoid layoffs
How Bolojan’s reform could be sidestepped: A mayor reveals the legal “loophole” to avoid layoffs
Romanian PM Bolojan Signals Ministers Could Be Fired if PNRR Targets Are Missed
Romanian PM Bolojan Signals Ministers Could Be Fired if PNRR Targets Are Missed
Redacția SpotMedia.ro
PSD accuses PNL and USR of blocking the economic recovery plan. Darău: Let’s be angry at those who deepened the deficit
PSD accuses PNL and USR of blocking the economic recovery plan. Darău: Let’s be angry at those who deepened the deficit
Redacția SpotMedia.ro
Why Nicușor Dan Skipped Davos and Munich but Attended Trump’s Peace Council
Why Nicușor Dan Skipped Davos and Munich but Attended Trump’s Peace Council
Redacția SpotMedia.ro
Nicușor Dan calls coalition leaders to Cotroceni as budget tensions rise
Nicușor Dan calls coalition leaders to Cotroceni as budget tensions rise
Rubio voices explicit support for Viktor Orbán ahead of elections: “Your success is our success”
Rubio voices explicit support for Viktor Orbán ahead of elections: “Your success is our success”
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