Page 8: Research news on Electric vehicle transition

Electric vehicle transition refers to the large-scale shift from internal combustion engine vehicles to battery electric and plug-in hybrid powertrains, driven by climate policy, technological progress, and changing consumer preferences. Research in this area examines lifecycle greenhouse gas and non-exhaust emissions, total cost of ownership, and the reliability and spatial distribution of charging infrastructure. It also analyzes regulatory frameworks, subsidies, and fleet targets, alongside behavioral, informational, and regional factors that shape adoption patterns for passenger cars, buses, and trucks in different markets.

Automotive

EU should scrap ban on new combustion-engine sales: Merz

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said Monday he wants the EU to scrap its planned 2035 deadline for ending new combustion-engine vehicle sales as his country looks for ways to help its ailing car industry.

Automotive

US tariffs deal stokes 'monster' pick-up fears in Europe

Considered powerful, heavy-duty vehicles by their fans and dangerous gas-guzzling "monsters" by detractors—could large pick-up trucks, long a staple on US roads, be about to roam in greater numbers across Europe?

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