Should plug-in hybrid cars be banned in Europe?

In Europe, plug-in hybrid cars are in the spotlight. The reason: their fuel consumption, much higher than what the manufacturers announce on the technical sheets. The risk: that drivers pollute without realizing it. Would you be in favor of an outright ban on plug-in hybrid cars in Europe? Mercedes E-Class PHEV Plug-in hybrid cars integrate … Read more

This electric car for less than €10,000 can explode the European market

The Chinese manufacturer BYD has a lethal weapon that could well kill the European competition for cars priced under €20,000. The two main deterrents to purchasing an electric car are range and price. We would almost be tempted to say the only ones because then comes reliability, safety and quality which are no longer really … Read more

Why Chinese electric car start-ups can't fail anymore?

When the electric car revolution began, hundreds (if not thousands) of start-ups launched into the sector, hoping to ride the great wave of ecological transition. Unfortunately, after the initial enthusiasm, many of these realities encountered insurmountable difficulties and closed their doors. It is estimated that in China alone, 500 manufacturers have emerged in a few … Read more

Apparently expensive, is the myEuropcar subscription a good deal?

The car rental company Europcar is expanding its offering and is now offering long-term rentals. What are the prices hiding? The business model of car rental companies is becoming more complicated. Unprecedented competition, decline in tourism on the altar of ecology, increases in the price of raw materials, payroll… It is not good to be … Read more

The €9,000 BYD Seagull sows panic in the electric car sector

BYD is once again slashing prices with the Seagull Honor Edition, an electric car priced at less than 9,000 euros in China. For a consulting firm specializing in the automotive industry, this ultra-affordable model is a wake-up call for other manufacturers. © BYD At the beginning of the month, BYD announced a new version of … Read more