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Potential competition concerns in the EU EV charging market

Regulatory barriers, density effects, and integration between CPOs and other actors are among the key factors that could exacerbate local market power in the EV charging market, according to a new report. Read More

Charging Infrastructure: An Obstacle to EV Adoption

Electric vehicle (EV) adoption has been steadily growing in recent years, but a lack of charging infrastructure remains a key challenge. According to the EV readiness index 2023 by LeasePlan, the charging infrastructure maturity of countries like Germany and France has increased significantly, contributing to a smoother EV transition. Read More

Automakers’ Ambitious Targets for Electrification

The automotive industry is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by the need to reduce carbon emissions and combat climate change. As a result, major automotive groups are setting ambitious targets to electrify vehicle production and sales, and to decarbonize their operations. Read More

The Growing Electric Car Market in Emerging Markets

China, Europe, and the United States are the major markets for electric cars, accounting for about 95% of global sales in 2022. However, emerging market and developing economies (EMDEs) outside China account for only a small fraction of the global electric car market. One of the main challenges facing the adoption of electric cars in these countries is the high cost of electric cars, which remains too expensive for the majority of the population. Lack of access to reliable and affordable charging, as well as limited access to EV servicing, maintenance, and repair, can also be barriers. In most EMDEs, road transport is still largely based on smaller mobility solutions in urban centers, such as two- and three-wheelers, which have seen greater success in terms of electrification, as well as shared mobility for regional commutes. Read More

Battery Demand Challenges Asian Electrolyte Dominance

China, South Korea, and Japan are the three nations that dominate the world market for electrolytes. Asian businesses have recently made investments in a number of significant manufacturing facilities in Europe, including a 40 kt Shenzhen Capchem factory in Poland and a 100 kt Tinci plant in the Czech Republic. Lithium hexafluorophosphate (LiPF6) is the conducting salt that the majority of manufacturers utilise in their electrolytes. Read More

Automakers to double spending on EVs

The world's leading automakers intend to invest almost USD 1.2 trillion through 2030 to design and manufacture millions of electric vehicles, as well as the batteries and raw materials required to support that manufacturing. Read More

Public charging power capacity: key to EV charging

Deployment of public charging infrastructure in anticipation of growth in EV sales is critical for widespread EV adoption In countries such as Norway, the deployment of public charging infrastructure has played a vital role in supporting the growth of EV sales. As of the end of 2022, there were 25 BEVs per public charging point in Norway, compared to 1.3 in 2011. This growth in EV sales can only be sustained if charging demand is met by accessible and affordable infrastructure, either through private charging in homes or at work or publicly accessible charging stations. Read More

Poland and Hungary Emerging in Global Battery Supply Chain

In recent years, the growth of the electric vehicle market has led to an increase in demand for lithium-ion batteries, which are a crucial component of these vehicles. As a result, the global battery cell manufacturing industry has seen significant growth, with China leading the pack. However, a recent report by PSPA suggests that several European countries, including Poland, Hungary, the Czech Republic, and Slovakia, are starting to make a major impact on the lithium-ion battery supply chain. Read More

Europe Advances EV Readiness Despite Challenges

The global auto industry is undergoing a major transformation, with the rise of electric vehicles (EVs) leading the way. According to the International Energy Agency's (IEA) Global Electric Vehicle Outlook, over 10 million EVs were sold worldwide in 2022, and this number is expected to grow by 35% in 2023. This surge in demand means that EVs now account for 14% of global car sales, up from just 4% in 2020, and this is expected to increase further to 18% this year. Read More

Tesla quarterly global volumes surpass German premium OEM

According to our exclusive research, Tesla surpassed a German volume premium manufacturer's global delivery volumes during a quarter for the first time. AUDI AG is the first German premium volume manufacturer to witness its global quarterly volumes fall behind Teslas'. Read More