Mobility

Kia EV3 tops German EV comparison test, beating Renault and BYD

Kia\'s EV3 scored highest in a German electric-vehicle comparison test, beating Renault\'s 4 E-Tech and BYD\'s Atto 2, a report said. Five electric crossovers were assessed across five categories including space, comfort, powertrain, driving performance and cost efficiency. The EV3 recorded the longest real-world range at 335 km. Kia is preparing a U.S. launch, with sales planned as a 2027 model year vehicle in late 2026.

Mobility

China sells 13.2 million as global EV sales top 20 million and market reshapes

Global sales of plug-in hybrids and battery electric vehicles topped 20 million last year and accounted for 25 percent of new-car sales, the International Energy Agency said. China sold 13.2 million EVs, taking 53 percent of its new-car market, while Europe’s sales rose 30 percent to above 4 million. The United States lagged, with EV share below 10 percent. Emerging markets saw sales jump 80 percent, led by low-priced Chinese models.