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It's EV News Briefly for Tuesday 07 October 2025, everything you need to know in less than 5 minutes if you haven't got time for the full show.
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UK EV SALES REACH RECORD LEVELS https://evne.ws/46QfDBv
TESLA TEASES OCTOBER 7 MODEL Y REVEAL https://evne.ws/46WT3Hs
TESLA GERMANY SEPTEMBER SALES AND BYD SURGE https://evne.ws/4mRi9gM
EUROPE EV SALES RISE IN AUGUST https://evne.ws/46Vqpqm
FRANCE SEPTEMBER EV MARKET UPDATE https://evne.ws/48NVMp9
AUDI US EV SALES SURGE Q3 2025 https://evne.ws/48jHD30
CADILLAC Q3 EV SALES SURGE https://evne.ws/4nI8z1c
BMW AND STELLANTIS MATCH FEDERAL EV CREDIT https://evne.ws/4q3L9VG
DACIA SPRING UPGRADED WITH MORE POWER AND LFP https://evne.ws/4hiK8oN
SCANIA HIGH-FLOOR ELECTRIC COACH PLATFORM https://evne.ws/4374rPM
KIA PV5: ELECTRIC LIGHT COMMERCIAL VAN https://evne.ws/48PS12r
ILLINOIS EV FAST CHARGING: $15 FLAT https://evne.ws/3KBE8uY
RIVIAN ADDS LIDAR TO AUTONOMY PLATFORM https://evne.ws/4h1hacD
UK EV SALES REACH RECORD LEVELS
UK electric car registrations surged nearly 33% in September to 72,779 units, with over half of new vehicles electrified and the majority purchased by businesses or fleets. Government grants and incentives have widened adoption, and zero-emission vehicles now account for over 22% of new cars registered in 2025, while diesel registrations plummeted to historic lows.
TESLA TEASES OCTOBER 7 MODEL Y REVEAL
Tesla released a teaser for an October 7 Model Y reveal, sparking speculation over a more affordable variant intended to boost sales momentum and address product aging. The event is pivotal as Tesla faces pressure from competition and expiring federal incentives; analysts expect production ramp-up of the lower-cost Model Y in Q4.
TESLA GERMANY SEPTEMBER SALES AND BYD SURGE
In Germany, BEV registrations rose 31.9% year-over-year, but Tesla’s numbers fell 9.4% in September and halved since January, while Chinese rival BYD saw registrations soar beyond twenty-fold for the month. The rise of competitors and market diversification are accelerating electrification, prompting legacy automakers to refresh offerings despite Tesla’s updated Model Y achieving stronger results in other parts of Europe.
EUROPE EV SALES RISE IN AUGUST
European plug-in vehicle sales climbed 36% year-over-year in August to about 246,000 units, outpacing overall market growth and raising BEV share to 21%. Popular models like Tesla’s Model Y, Skoda Elroq, and Model 3 contributed to momentum, reinforcing investment in charging infrastructure and fleet electrification.
FRANCE SEPTEMBER EV MARKET UPDATE
France saw 140,090 total registrations in September with plug-in vehicles making up 29% of sales, as BEVs and PHEVs increased their market share compared to last year. The Tesla Model Y led the month’s results with its best French volume in two years, pointing to strengthening Q3 demand for electrification despite a slight year-to-date shortfall.
AUDI US EV SALES SURGE Q3 2025
Audi’s U.S. EV sales leaped 232% to 18,071 units in Q3 2025, with electrics making up 39% of the brand’s quarterly volume as the Q6 e-tron outsold its ICE sibling Q5. The shift signals consumer preference for electric variants, but ongoing growth depends on scaled production, dealer readiness, and effective ownership economics.
CADILLAC Q3 EV SALES SURGE
Cadillac delivered 18,383 EVs in Q3—a record since 2013—boosted by expiring tax credits, with electric models chosen by 40% of buyers in the period. Q3 EV deliveries rose 154% year-over-year, though upcoming quarters will test Cadillac’s ability to sustain the momentum.
BMW AND STELLANTIS MATCH FEDERAL EV CREDIT
BMW and Stellantis are offsetting the loss of the $7,500 federal EV tax credit by applying equivalent discounts to eligible electric and plug‑in hybrid models. The offers, restricted to dealer inventory and requiring delivery by early November, are intended to prevent immediate price hikes and maintain sales amidst changing incentives.
DACIA SPRING UPGRADED WITH MORE POWER AND LFP
Dacia’s upgraded Spring city car features new, more powerful motors and a lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery that improves cost and safety while maintaining a WLTP range of 140 miles. The revised models, now quicker and more efficient, are priced from £15,000 to £17,000 and arrive early next year.
SCANIA HIGH-FLOOR ELECTRIC COACH PLATFORM
Scania has launched a high-floor battery-electric coach platform with up to 600 km range, supporting multiple body types and maintaining luggage space comparable to conventional coaches. The new platform comes with integrated smart charging services and aims to advance commercial vehicle electrification across Europe.
KIA PV5: ELECTRIC LIGHT COMMERCIAL VAN
Kia’s new PV5 electric van, built on a dedicated E-GMP.S platform, offers multiple body styles, battery options up to 258 miles, and fast DC charging of up to 150 kW. Integrated fleet management and warranty features support commercial use, with mass production underway in Korea.
ILLINOIS EV FAST CHARGING: $15 FLAT
Universal EV Chargers now provide flat-rate, $15-per-session DC fast charging across Illinois, eliminating time-based pricing and surprise surcharges. Drivers use CCS or NACS connectors, scan to start, and benefit from predictable costs with a growing statewide coverage.
RIVIAN ADDS LIDAR TO AUTONOMY PLATFORM
Rivian will incorporate LiDAR sensors into its next-generation vehicles to bolster their autonomy platform, reflecting industry trends as costs for the technology decrease. Recent hires and tech stack updates align with CEO RJ Scaringe’s statements about Rivian’s long-term focus on advanced driver-assistance systems.