In October, Ukrainians purchased 9. 6 thousand used passenger cars under 5 years old, of which 57% were electric vehicles. The most popular brands remain Tesla Model Y and Tesla Model 3.
In October, the Ukrainian car fleet was replenished with almost 10. 5 thousand electric cars. Lviv region leads in registrations, and Kyiv has the most new electric vehicles.
In October 2025, Ukraine's car fleet was replenished with almost 10. 5 thousand electric vehicles, which is 145% more than in October 2024. The majority were passenger cars, of which 2406 were new and 7815 were used.
In October, Ukrainians bought 60% more used cars from abroad than last year. Almost every third of them is an electric car, and Tesla holds a leading position.
From January to September, Ukraine imported 61. 7 thousand passenger electric vehicles, which is 52% more than last year. The total customs value of these cars amounted to almost 1.27 billion US dollars.
A new study crowned the Kia EV6 for battery longevity, while the Tesla Model Y also ranked high. 80% of used electric vehicles and hybrids retained 90% or more of their useful battery capacity.
Tesla's sales fell by 13% in the first half of 2025, with the company losing ground in the US, Europe, and China. This is due to increased competition, an outdated model lineup, and reduced government subsidies.
In September 2025, Ukrainians purchased 8. 2 thousand used passenger cars imported from abroad, up to 5 years old, of which 55% were electric vehicles. The most popular models were Tesla Model Y and Tesla Model 3.
Tesla recorded record revenue in the third quarter of 2025, reaching $28. 1 billion, surpassing Wall Street forecasts. The company delivered 497,099 vehicles, but earnings per share were lower than analysts' expectations.
Tesla is recalling 12,963 Model 3 and Model Y electric vehicles in the US due to a potential battery defect. This could lead to a sudden loss of engine power, increasing the risk of an accident.
Hundreds of Tesla Cybertrucks have been spotted being delivered to Elon Musk's private companies, SpaceX and xAI, as Tesla faces challenges selling the electric pickup truck. The Cybertruck has proven to be Tesla's first true commercial failure, with sales of 20,000 units per year against a production capacity of 250,000.
British car dealer Vertu Motors expects its annual profit to be reduced by £5. 5 million due to disruptions at Jaguar Land Rover caused by a cyberattack. The biggest losses were incurred in September, a key month for the British car market.
Tesla has introduced new, more affordable versions of the Model 3 Standard at $36,990 and the Model Y Standard at $39,990 in the US, which is $5,500 and $5,000 less than previous prices, respectively. The discounts turned out to be smaller than analysts expected and do not compensate for the loss of tax benefits of $7,500.
Tesla has announced a mysterious new product presentation scheduled for Tuesday, October 7. The teaser shows a rotating wheel or fan, sparking speculation about a new Model Y, an HVAC system, or even the next-generation Roadster.
Sales of new electric vehicles in the US grew by 21% last quarter, reaching 10% of total deliveries, thanks to a $7,500 federal tax credit. However, a slowdown in EV sales is expected after the credit expires.
Tesla has officially released an updated Model Y Performance in the US, accepting orders at a starting price of $57,490 before incentives. The new version has an EPA-estimated range of 496 km and accelerates to 96 km/h in 3.3 seconds.
In August, the Ukrainian car fleet was replenished with over 7. 9 thousand electric vehicles. Lviv region, Kyiv, and Kyiv region became the leaders in registrations.
Last month, Ukrainians bought almost 5,100 used cars from the USA, which is 6% more than in July. The average age of these cars is 5.3 years, and 46% of them are electric vehicles.
In August 2025, over 7,900 electric vehicles were added in Ukraine, which is 13% more than in July. Passenger cars predominated, a significant portion of which were used.
Tesla's Robotaxi app is now available to all iPhone users. The company is expanding services beyond Austin, Texas.
The most expensive Tesla Cybertruck Cyberbeast pickup truck now costs $15,000 more. The price change occurred without official announcements amid weak sales of the model.
Unplugged Performance introduced the UP Forged Road Warrior forged wheels for Tesla Model 3 and Model Y. They are advertised as "indestructible" with a lifetime warranty and feature a replaceable outer flange.
The flagship Volkswagen Touareg SUV will cease production by 2026 without a direct replacement. The company will focus on more affordable models, such as the Tayron, due to declining profitability.
Tesla no longer accepts orders for its luxury electric vehicles Model S and Model X in Europe. Buyers can only purchase pre-configured models, while Model 3 and Model Y are available for order.
In the first half of 2025, Kyiv, Kyiv, Dnipropetrovsk, Odesa, and Kharkiv regions became leaders in new car sales. RENAULT Duster was the bestseller among new cars, while Volkswagen Golf, Tesla Model Y, and Audi Q5 led among used cars.
Ruslan Magamedrasulov, head of the NABU territorial detective department, detained on suspicion of aiding the Russian Federation, bought an apartment in Bulgaria and a Tesla car during the war. He is also suspected of mediating the sale of technical hemp and having ties to the fugitive MP Khristenko.
Tesla is working on a new version of the Model 3 sedan, which may have the longest range in the lineup. The new model, named Model 3+, will have a single motor, rear-wheel drive, and LG triple lithium-ion cells.
In the first half of 2025, Ukrainians purchased 30. 8 thousand used passenger cars up to 5 years old. Electric vehicles account for almost half of imports in this segment.
In the first half of 2025, Ukrainians purchased 22,000 used passenger cars from the USA, which is 4% more than last year. The most popular models were Tesla Model Y, Tesla Model 3, Ford Escape, Jeep Cherokee, and Nissan Rogue.
In the first half of 2025, almost 31. 8 thousand electric vehicles were registered in Ukraine. Lviv Oblast, Kyiv, and Kyiv Oblast became leaders in terms of registrations.
