EV Market Overview
Global EV market leaders like Aptera, Tesla, Great Wall Motors, Volvo, Hyundai, MG, Kia, and Porsche continue to innovate and cater to diverse consumer needs. Aptera reaches a $100 million crowdfunding milestone for its Launch Edition solar EVs. Great Wall Motors unveils its new luxury EV brand ZX in China. Tesla addresses Cybertruck's aero wheel covers and utilises bi-directional charging. Volvo Trucks releases a fully electric city truck, cutting diesel options. Hyundai IONIQ 6 and MG4 win CleanTechnica's Car of the Year awards in the USA and Europe, with Porsche's updated Taycan impressing in real-world range tests. The US market sees ups and downs, with Ford's reduced EV sales contrasted by a surge in hybrid and traditional vehicle purchases, while Kia reports increased all-electric sales, supported by its E-GMP-based cars. In Sweden, EVs like the Tesla Model Y lead sales and continue to grow in market share.