The August auto market saw plugin EVs take 95.7% share in Norway, a new record, up from 90.0% year on year. BEVs alone took 94.3% share, with all other powertrains now only collecting crumbs. Overall auto volume in August was 11,114 units, flat YoY. The best selling BEV was the Tesla Model Y. August’s sales saw combined EVs take 95.7% share in Norway, with a record 94.3% full battery electrics (BEVs) and just 1.4% plugin hybrids (PHEVs). These compare with YoY figures of 90.0% combined, with 83.5% BEV and 6.5% PHEV.

August saw plugin EVs take 56.0% share in Sweden, down YoY from 60.1%. BEV share fell YoY, while PHEV share was up. Overall auto volume was 19,036 units, down 20% YoY. The Tesla Model Y was the best selling BEV. August’s auto sales saw combined plugin EVs take 56.0% share in Sweden, with full battery-electrics (BEVs) at 35.7%, and plugin hybrids (PHEVs) at 20.3%. These shares compare YoY against 60.1% combined, with 41.0% BEV and 19.1% PHEV.

The new plant will produce NCA-based high-performance nickel-rich prismatic batteries, which are expected to be deployed in upcoming GM electric vehicles. SAMSUNG SDI’s prismatic batteries not only improve driving range through high energy density, but also enhance safety with its llic exterior and venting system. Through the joint venture with GM, SAMSUNG SDI will gain a foothold in the North American EV market and strive to increase customers for its top-quality prismatic batteries with ensured safety.

With the only standard electric hatchback tailgate in its class, M03’s sleek profile improves upon the golden ratio of sports coupes to deliver world-leading wind resistance among mass-produced pure electric hatchbacks, achieving a drag coefficient of Cd 0.194.

Alongside the AEROHT X2, XPENG also showcased four of their premier electric vehicles, including the G6 ultra-smart coupé e-SUV that launches in September; the G9 large SUV coming in 2025; the X9 luxury seven-seater MPV and the P7 scissor-door (wing edition) sedan.

July saw plugin EVs at 19.1% share in Germany, down from 25.9% year on year. BEV share has even dipped below where it was 2 years ago, and PHEV share has also fallen since then. July’s overall auto volume was 238,263 units, down 2% YoY, and down around 23% from 2017–2019 seasonal norms (~310,000 units). The best selling BEV in July was the Tesla Model Y.

July saw plugin EVs take 27.4% share of the UK auto market, up from 24.1% year on year. Both BEVs and PHEVs grew volume YoY, outperforming the broader market. Overall auto volume was 147,517 units, up 2.5% YoY, still below pre-2020 seasonal norms (~160,000). The UK’s leading BEV brand in July was BMW. July’s sales tally saw combined plugin EVs take 27.4% share of the UK auto market, with full electrics (BEVs) taking 18.5%, and plugin hybrids (PHEVs) taking 8.9%. These compare with YoY shares of 24.1% combined, 16.0% BEV and 8.1% PHEV.

This helps reduce load to the engine, or in the case of an electric vehicle, draw on the battery. In both powertrains, an improvement in efficiency is expected, as well as occupant comfort.

As expected, the price of EV battery cells continues to fall in China. Let’s take a look to the average price of EV (Electric Vehicle) and ESS (Energy Storage System) battery cells in China. EV battery cells (July 2024) LFP (prismatic): 52 euros per kWh NCM 523 (prismatic): 61 euros per kWh NCM 523 (pouch): 64 euros per kWh ESS battery cells (July 2024) LFP (prismatic): 49 euros per kWh The EV battery cells are optimized for energy and power density, while ESS are mostly about cost, that’s why they are a bit cheaper.

The energy comes from a 79 kWh lithium-ion battery (net), which absorbs up to 185 kW of power at DC quick-charging stations thanks to innovative charging and thermal management with battery pre-conditioning. The battery can be charged from 10 to 80 per cent again in about 26 minutes. The ID.3 GTX Performance’s WLTP range is up to 601 km.

July’s auto sales saw plugin EVs take 20.8% share in France, a drop from 23.3% year-on-year. BEV share was roughly flat YoY, while PHEV share fell. Overall auto volume was 126,037 units, down by some 2% YoY. The Renault Megane took the lead in the BEV rankings. July’s market tally saw combined plugin EVs take 20.8% share in France, comprising 13.5% full battery-electrics (BEVs), and 7.3% plugin hybrids (PHEVs). These compare with YoY figures of 23.3% combined, with 13.1% BEV, and 10.3% PHEV.

Technically-advanced compared to its competition in its EV class worldwide, the E5 is packed with self-developed features, like intelligent electric drive, short blade battery, CTB technology, and more. With a body dimension of 4615 × 1901 × 1670 mm and a wheelbase of 2750 mm, the E5 outperforms its counterparts with better driving and riding experience.