In April, BYD overtook Tesla in electric vehicle sales in Europe for the first time, selling 7,231 cars. Tesla's sales fell by 49%, although the electric vehicle market grew by 28%.
In April 2025, Lviv region and Kyiv became leaders in the registration of electric vehicles. The most popular models were BYD Song Plus EV, Tesla Model Y, and others.
Japanese automaker Nissan has announced the reduction of 11,000 jobs and the closure of 7 plants due to weak sales and the breakdown of a merger with Honda. Layoffs will reach 20,000 in a year.
In April, auto sales in China rose by 14. 8%, marking the third consecutive month of growth. Demand for electric vehicles and hybrids increased by 33.9% due to a government subsidy program.
In April 2025, Ukrainians purchased 1256 passenger cars from China, which is 8% more than last year. The most popular were BYD Song Plus and VOLKSWAGEN ID.Unyx.
In April, demand for electric vehicles increased by 37%. The most popular were BYD Song Plus among new cars and TESLA Model Y among used cars.
In the Holosiivskyi district of Kyiv, a Daewoo Lanos driver, while making a U-turn in a prohibited area, collided with a Volkswagen. As a result of the accident, a Volkswagen passenger died, and two more people were injured.
Ford has worsened its profit forecast for 2025 due to US tariffs on the automotive industry. The company's losses may reach $1.5.
New tariffs may increase the cost of batteries and components, leading to the popularity of Chinese manufacturers. Prices for Tesla and some models may not increase as much.
Western automakers are implementing a "China for China" strategy and local software to regain market share lost to domestic competitors. New models are being tested at the Shanghai auto show to restore their positions.
In January-March 2025, Ukrainians purchased 2,641 passenger cars from China, which is 36% less than last year. The most popular models are BYD Song Plus and ZEEKR 001.
In March 2025, Ukrainians purchased 4,680 electric vehicles, which is 6% more than last year. The most popular were BYD Song Plus and TESLA Model Y.
The Porsche SE holding company, which has suffered losses, is considering re-entering the arms market. The company has experience in developing the Leopard tank for the Bundeswehr and is already investing in the development of drones.
Mercedes-Benz is considering reducing sales of entry-level models in the US, such as the GLA, due to the introduction of a 25% tariff on car imports. The company wants to focus on more expensive models.
BMW is collaborating with Alibaba to integrate Banma AI into cars. This will create an intelligent assistant for drivers in China.
According to Edmunds, March was a record month for trading in Teslas for cars of other brands. Falling stocks, protests and increasing competition are influencing owners' decisions.
Volkswagen is considering the possibility of producing equipment for the German army due to instability in relations between Europe and the USA. The company is ready to adapt automobile factories for the production of weapons.
Volkswagen's profit in 2024 fell by 31% to 12. 4 billion euros due to fierce competition in China. The company plans to invest 165 billion euros in new technologies and expects profitability to grow.
Tesla recorded a sharp decline in sales in Australia - down 70% in February compared to last year. The Model 3 showed the largest drop at 81.4%, while competitors are showing growth.
The European Commission plans to give car manufacturers three years instead of one to meet CO2 emissions targets. Car companies faced fines of up to 15 billion euros for exceeding emission limits in 2025.
Volkswagen is recalling 60,490 vehicles in the United States due to a problem with the display of the gear position. The defect affects the ID.4, Audi Q4 e-Tron and Q4 e-Tron Sportback models from 2021-2023.
At the entrance to Kyiv, a police car caused an accident, crashing into a Volkswagen after emergency braking. The police driver was suspended from service and an administrative report was drawn up.
Honda and Nissan have suspended negotiations on their planned merger less than two months after the announcement. The companies will continue to cooperate in the field of automotive technology, while Nissan will look for a new partner.
Toyota plans to build a new Lexus plant in Shanghai to produce electric vehicles starting in 2027. The plant will produce 100,000 cars annually, and by 2035, all Lexus models will be electric.
The 19-year-old driver of a BMW lost control and crashed into a fence in the village of Pereselenie, after which the car caught fire. Three people, including a pregnant woman, were injured in the accident and taken to the hospital.
In Lviv region, a Volkswagen drove into the oncoming lane and collided with a ZAZ bus. The accident killed four people from the car and hospitalized two bus passengers.
In 2024, Ukrainians purchased 41. 7 thousand used cars from the United States, which is 46% more than a year earlier. The most popular model was the Tesla Model 3, and the average age of imported cars was 5.8 years.
In Ukraine, 27. 9 thousand new gasoline cars were registered, which is 2% less than last year. Mazda CX5 was the best-selling car, and Volkswagen Golf was the top seller among used imported cars.
The Ukrainian electric vehicle market grew by 38% in 2024, with more than 51. 7 thousand cars registered. VW ID.4 became the leader among new electric cars, and NISSAN Leaf - among used ones.
The new commercial vehicle market in Ukraine grew by 14% in 2024, reaching 12. 9 thousand units. Renault became the sales leader with 3,271 vehicles sold, ahead of Citroen and MAN.
