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Ethiopia's EV boom: A role model for all?

Electric buses and taxis are reshaping transport in Addis Ababa. Both drivers and passengers love the many benefits — including lower fuel costs. What are the challenges?

DW News

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Luxury carmakers' gold-leafed Gulf profits under threat from Iran war

A laser-engraved hood inspired by Arabian architecture and a matching wood-trim interior are among the luxuries Rolls-Royce featured in a one-off Phantom Arabesque model commissioned by a Dubai customer it showcased in February before th...

Reuters

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Iran war upends Asian used-car exports to Middle East

The Middle East conflict is upending business for used-car traders in Japan and South Korea, leaving exporters with shipments of vehicles stuck in transit.

Reuters

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Company tries to make flying car of the future

Many have dreamed of a future with flying cars, eliminating traffic on the morning commute. One company is trying to make that dream a reality. Itay Hod reports.

CBS America

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Are Europe’s roads getting safer, or simply less dangerous?

Across the European Union, progress towards safer mobility continues, but at a slow and arguably insufficient pace.

Euronews

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Retrofitters turn dirty diesel trucks into clean energy EVs

Near Delhi, IX Energy installs new electric powertrains to convert old diesel trucks into zero-emissions vehicles. But more retrofitters are needed if the Indian capital is to meet its 2030 climate goals.

DW News

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Cuban man powers car with charcoal amid U.S. oil blockade

Employing the kind of ingenuity many Cubans have developed over decades of U.S. sanctions, Juan Carlos Pino modified his 1980 Polish-built Polski Fiat to run on charcoal, a cheaper and more abundant fuel than gasoline.

Reuters

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Fed up with rising fuel costs? Cartoonist builds his own EV truck

Masoud Kipanya builds Tanzania’s first hand‑made electric truck. It costs far less than imports and runs up to 150 kilometers, but the country still lacks public chargers and faces daily power cuts.

DW News

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Test driving Kia's PV5 passenger van

Kia's PV5 Passenger is a roomy, battery electric van that’s perfect for long-distance driving and camping. It can sleep four: two in the back and two in a rooftop tent. We put it to the test.

DW News

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BMW profits fall 11.5% to pandemic-era low after tariffs, China slump

BMW's operating profit fell 11.5% to €10.2 billion in 2025 — its lowest since the Covid pandemic — as tariffs and a China sales slump dragged the automotive segment's margin down to 5.3%.

Euronews

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AI-powered robotaxis tested in London

Supporters of the tech argue that autonomous vehicles could help reduce accidents caused by human error, but London’s iconic black cab drivers remain sceptical.

Euronews

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Which European countries suffer most from noise pollution?

Long-term high noise exposure is linked to cardiovascular, metabolic and mental health issues. A new report reveals Europe's loudest and quietest corners.

Euronews

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Is it dangerous to get back in your car while pumping gas?

Although rare, that quick hop back in your car while pumping gas to escape the cold weather could spark a fire. AccuWeather's Ariella Scalese explains how this can happen.

AccuWeather

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How to safely drive in snow, sleet, or freezing rain

Snow, sleet, freezing rain and wintry mix may all sound similar, but each creates different driving conditions. Meteorologist Caitlin Kaiser breaks down how everything from wet, heavy snow to nearly invisible ice can turn roads treacherous.

The Weather Channel

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Cubans turn to electric vehicles as U.S. tightens oil blockade

For six decades, Cuba's roads changed little, defined by colorful vintage cars. But in recent years, Cubans have increasingly adopted electric vehicles as the island faces its worst fuel shortage in years.

Reuters

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Latvia gifts seized cars to Ukraine

European countries are finding creative ways to support Ukraine's war effort. Latvia has been donating thousands of cars, including vehicles confiscated from drunk drivers.

DW News

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Canada's auto industry bets on EV rebate revival to turbo-charge sales

Canada’s auto industry is betting the government’s EV rebate revival will help accelerate slow electric vehicle sales, though some consumers still worry about limited range and charging infrastructure.

CBC News

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Foreign cars going to Russia via China, skirting Ukraine war sanctions

Tens of thousands of cars are being exported from China to Russia under gray-market schemes that often circumvent Western and Asian government sanctions and automakers' commitments to exit the Russian market, according to registration da...

Reuters

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SUV racing threatens endangered sea turtles in Libya

Soft‑sand beaches attract SUV racers - and put sea turtle nests in danger. Local volunteers are working to save the reptiles that are key to the marine ecosystem.

DW News

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Plans to open EV battery gigafactories in Europe shelved

European vehicle battery venture Automotive Cells Company (ACC) has shelved plans to build electric vehicle battery gigafactories in Italy and Germany due to slower-than-expected growth in EV demand.

Euronews

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Why is black ice so dangerous and how do you spot it?

Black ice can be very dangerous and very hard to spot. Here is how it forms and what you need to look for when you are driving.

The Weather Channel

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Waymo and Tesla face lawmakers' questions over safety issues

Top executives at Tesla and Waymo made the case for the safety of their driverless vehicles before a Senate committee, insisting their driving systems are safer than human drivers, despite recent incidents. Kris Van Cleave has details.

CBS America

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Loose snow on vehicles creates hazards, costly fines after storms

Winter driving laws across parts of the Northeast, mid-Atlantic and Midwest require snow and ice to be cleared from roofs, windows and lights, as loose snow can strike other vehicles and cause crashes.

AccuWeather

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Waymo and Tesla executives face questions from U.S. lawmakers

Executives from Waymo and Tesla, the two leading self-driving robotaxi companies in the U.S., will face questions on Capitol Hill amid scrutiny over safety.

CBS News

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China bans hidden car door handles after deadly incidents

China will ban hidden car door handles from January 1, 2027, citing safety concerns, phasing out the minimalist designs popularised by Tesla. The new rules require doors to have both interior and exterior mechanical releases and could in...

France 24

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Report says Canadian auto production shrunk by half in 10 years

A new report paints a dismal picture of Canada’s declining auto industry, with annual vehicle production down to nearly half what it was 10 years ago. But unlike their U.S. counterparts, Japanese automakers have maintained and even incre...

CBC News

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EVs becoming more popular than fuel-powered cars in Europe

Whether motivated by climate concerns or generous subsidies, European drivers are changing how they buy cars. Electric and hybrid models are surging across the bloc, but which countries are powering ahead and why?

Euronews

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New exhibit explores Mustangs in the movies

The Ford Mustang a familiar sight on the big screen, even earning top billing in one movie. Now, the Mustang's movie ties are being explored in a new immersive experience.

CBS America

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GM Canada to lay off hundreds of workers at Oshawa plant

GM Canada is poised to cut a shift at its plant in Oshawa, Ont., on Friday, affecting 500 jobs at GM, but the union president who represents them says up to 1,200 workers in the auto supply chain could be cut.

CBC News

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Drivers delaying car repairs as costs rise, study finds

When the check engine light turns on, most drivers know it’s a warning they shouldn’t ignore. But a new national study shows many Americans are doing just that, not because they want to, but because they’re worried about the cost.

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