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The latest auto releases from the most important manufacturers. News about Dacia, Volkswagen, Audi, and BMW. Tests and comparisons between models, plus real consumption data.

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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The Chinese car manufacturer Elon Musk mocked has surpassed Tesla's sales

The Chinese car manufacturer Elon Musk mocked has surpassed Tesla's sales

The Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer BYD (Build Your Dream) reported higher revenues in 2024 than its rival Tesla. The Shenzhen-based company announced that revenues increased by 29%, reaching 107 billion…

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Ford Romania has launched the first fully electric models (Video)

Ford Romania has launched the first fully electric models (Video)

Ford Otosan factory in Craiova marked on Friday the delivery of the first electric vehicles manufactured in Romania, destined for customers in Europe, including the three models – Puma Gen-E,…

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Dacia will produce an electric car in Europe for the first time. It will cost less than 18,000 euros

Dacia will produce an electric car in Europe for the first time. It will cost less than 18,000 euros

Dacia will produce, for the first time in Europe, an electric car. It was developed in just 16 months, and the price will start at 18,000 euros or even less.…

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Premiere in Europe: The city testing a self-driving taxi (Video)

Premiere in Europe: The city testing a self-driving taxi (Video)

Brescia becomes the first European city to experiment with an autonomous car-sharing service. An electric Fiat 500 can come to the customer on its own, take them to their destination,…

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"The godfather of electric cars": How China is shaping the market and why hybrids are the "road to hell"

"The godfather of electric cars": How China is shaping the market and why hybrids are the "road to hell"

Andy Palmer earned the nickname „EV godfather” after developing the Nissan Leaf, the world’s first mass-produced electric car. He says that Chinese electric vehicles offer a remarkable value-for-money ratio, but…

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Ford is laying off 14% of its European workforce

Ford is laying off 14% of its European workforce

Ford announced on Wednesday that it will cut approximately 14% of its European workforce, following significant losses in recent years due to weak demand for electric vehicles (EVs), lack of…

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Romania sees the biggest drop in electric car sales in the EU

Romania sees the biggest drop in electric car sales in the EU

Romania has recorded the largest decline in full-electric car sales in the European Union from January to September. Sales plummeted in September. Hybrid car sales reached 32.8% of the market…

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The Guardian: China cannibalizes the auto market in Europe, and the giants on the continent are starting to capitulate and collaborate with the invader

The Guardian: China cannibalizes the auto market in Europe, and the giants on the continent are starting to capitulate and collaborate with the invader

The issues Volkswagen is facing are raising increasing doubts about the future of the European sector, as cheap electric vehicle imports rise. But instead of fighting together, some of the…

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The European Union imposes tariffs of up to 45% on imports of electric cars from China. How Romania voted

The European Union imposes tariffs of up to 45% on imports of electric cars from China. How Romania voted

The European Commission has announced that the proposal to impose customs duties of up to 45% on electric cars imported from China has received the necessary support from the member…

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What is the new Trojan horse that the United States fears and how does it work

What is the new Trojan horse that the United States fears and how does it work

The White House announced last week a plan to ban the sale or import of connected vehicles containing hardware and software elements that could be produced in China or Russia,…

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Hungary once again against the EU: No taxes on cars from China

Hungary once again against the EU: No taxes on cars from China

Hungary will vote against the European Union’s imposition of customs duties on Chinese electric cars, announced the Hungarian Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Tuesday.„Hungary opposes customs duties, will vote against…

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World Premiere: The Country with More Electric Cars than Gasoline Ones

World Premiere: The Country with More Electric Cars than Gasoline Ones

Norway says that electric cars now outnumber gasoline cars, a significant step towards completely phasing out fossil fuel cars by 2025. Norway has achieved a global first, now having more…

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OPINIONS & ANALYSES
Maia Sandu, Moldova
The Battle for Moldova. Romania’s first major test in the face of Russian interference after the disaster of Călin Georgescu
Emilian Isailă
Emilian Isailă, editor
100 days with Nicușor Dan. The honeymoon is over
Emilian Isailă
Trump, caught between Europe and Russia: Guarantees for Ukraine make him appear weak
Trump, caught between Europe and Russia: Guarantees for Ukraine make him appear weak
Nicușor Dan, România
Nothing new on the hybrid warfare front. Russia wins, Romania loses
Emilian Isailă
A week after the Trump-Putin meeting, peace in Ukraine remains a mirage
A week after the Trump-Putin meeting, peace in Ukraine remains a mirage
Gabriela Pleș
How many wars did Donald Trump actually stopped
How many wars did Donald Trump actually stopped
Vladimir Putin, Donald Trump, Volodimir Zelenski
Putin’s Peace. What he wants to achieve and why he desires the end of the war
Emilian Isailă
Volodimir Zelenski, Donald Trump
A great and beautiful map. Why Romania plays a minor diplomatic role in a major negotiation that shapes its future
Emilian Isailă
Why Putin is not ready to meet Zelenski. And it might never happen
Why Putin is not ready to meet Zelenski. And it might never happen
Four Key Takeaways After the White House Meeting – and a Charming Zelensky
Four Key Takeaways After the White House Meeting – and a Charming Zelensky
Bogdana Boga
BUSINESS
Tax Consultants: Additional taxation rule for multinationals in Romania, a misstep in tax legislation
Tax Consultants: Additional taxation rule for multinationals in Romania, a misstep in tax legislation
The treasure from Romania that „everyone is crazily searching for”
The treasure from Romania that „everyone is crazily searching for”
Dăianu contradicts Bolojan and rejects the scenario of insolvency
Dăianu contradicts Bolojan and rejects the scenario of insolvency
The United States and Europe still do billions of dollars in business with Russia, despite sanctions
The United States and Europe still do billions of dollars in business with Russia, despite sanctions
Redacția SpotMedia.ro
Economic Analyst: Package 2 must cover the gaps. Mayors live in a parallel reality. Stadiums worth 50 million euros are being built
Economic Analyst: Package 2 must cover the gaps. Mayors live in a parallel reality. Stadiums worth 50 million euros are being built
Rabla returns, but the budget decreases dramatically. The value of vouchers for electric cars is halved
Rabla returns, but the budget decreases dramatically. The value of vouchers for electric cars is halved
POLITICS
PSD returns to coalition meetings. What displeases the social democrats about the second package of fiscal measures and when it could be ready
PSD returns to coalition meetings. What displeases the social democrats about the second package of fiscal measures and when it could be ready
Băsescu Received a Government Apartment. Details Remain Classified
Băsescu Received a Government Apartment. Details Remain Classified
Bogdana Boga
Nicușor Dan, signal for Trump: Peace cannot be built without Ukraine
Nicușor Dan, signal for Trump: Peace cannot be built without Ukraine
Lakes, swinger clubs, and vodka bars, funded by the PNRR. The scandal hitting Donald Tusk
Lakes, swinger clubs, and vodka bars, funded by the PNRR. The scandal hitting Donald Tusk
Claudiu Năsui explains who wins and who loses through the phasing of pensions from Pillar II
Claudiu Năsui explains who wins and who loses through the phasing of pensions from Pillar II
Redacția SpotMedia.ro
UDMR challenges the limitation of withdrawals from the Second Pillar of pensions: Everyone decides how to use their money
UDMR challenges the limitation of withdrawals from the Second Pillar of pensions: Everyone decides how to use their money
Redacția SpotMedia.ro
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