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Seat CEO Wayne Griffiths said the brand will eventually need an entry-level BEV but it’s not yet the right time to electrify the brand, especially given the low share of battery-electric cars in its home Spanish market.
Cupra still plans to enter the U.S. by 2030, CEO Wayne Griffiths said, potentially in partnership with Penske Automotive Group.
The full-electric minicar is also expected to join the Tesla Model Y as one of Italy’s top 5-selling battery-electric cars.
Fiat is pinning its hopes on a product offensive after the brand’s registrations plunged in 2024 when it axed two models and lost government sales incentives in key markets.
The Renault Group brand’s global sales growth in 2024 was mainly driven by the Sandero small hatchback, Europe's best-seller, but 2025 will be "the year of the compact" CEO Denis Le Vot said.
Dacia will add full-electric models to its lineup including a battery-electric version of the Sandero, Europe's bestselling car in 2024.
The French automaker’s full-electric compact SUV’s downsides had nothing to do with its powertrain, charging or range, based on a 1,200 km test.
France and the U.K. are forecast to see the biggest gains among Europe's five largest markets.
The Skyworth brand is part of consumer electronics giant Skywell Group. It is launching a range of EVs in Europe that will include the new Skyworth Q compact hatchback, Skyworth K midsize SUV, a large sedan and a van.
Kia says the EV3's range, charging speed and interior space give it an edge against compact EVs — both SUVs and hatchbacks — including the Renault Scenic, the Smart #1 and Volkswagen ID3 and Cupra Born.
