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Millions of petrol-powered motorcycles dominate the cityscape - but a ban has failed for now
7+ hour, 37+ min ago (153+ words) While in Switzerland motorcycles usually mean hobby and freedom, in Hanoi they are essential for survival. But the millions of motorcycles envelop the city of millions in smog - and are pushing the government to its limits with its controversial ban…...
Europe's car industry is tearing itself apart over the combustion engine issue
8+ hour, 8+ min ago (204+ words) From 2035, no new cars with combustion engines are to be registered in the EU. Ahead of the automotive summit in Brussels, the debate about the EU's decision to ban new combustion engines from 2035 is flaring up again. While Audi boss…...
The Citroen e-C3: the electric car on a budget
9+ hour, 16+ min ago (528+ words) The new Citroen E-C3 is available from 25, 000 francs. GO! editor-in-chief S'mi Pfister shows where the French car hides its budget price and where it doesn't. In a world where electric cars are often considered luxury goods, the new Citro'n e-C3 is a…...
Sales of Electric Cars in the EU Rise Significantly " Chinese Manufacturers Gain Ground
1+ day, 2+ hour ago (247+ words) Electric and hybrid cars continued to drive the EU auto market in May. Overall, new passenger car registrations rose by 3. 2 percent year-over-year to 955, 013 vehicles, according to the European industry association ACEA, which announced the figures in Brussels. While sales of…...
Middle East war drives up fuel prices - what's behind it all
1+ day, 8+ hour ago (506+ words) Etzel Park petrol stations are regulating prices and forcing competitors to lower their petrol prices too. The war in the Middle East is causing oil prices to rise, and drivers in Switzerland are feeling the effects. But why are prices…...
China's auto market is slowing down " VW doesn't see a quick turnaround
1+ week, 1+ day ago (258+ words) Automotive Industry: China's auto market is slowing down " VW doesn't see a quick turnaround | blue News blue News Automotive Industry China's auto market is slowing down " VW doesn't see a quick turnaround Volkswagen has a subdued outlook on the development…...
The economy: Wind power and electric cars - Europe's way out of the energy crisis?
1+ week, 6+ day ago (292+ words) The Iran war is causing fossil fuel prices to rise worldwide. According to an analysis, European producers can already fully supply the domestic market with wind turbines, electric cars and heat pumps. In 2025, almost twice as many wind turbines and…...
Petrol prices fall below the 2 franc mark
2+ week, 12+ hour ago (215+ words) For the first time since the end of March, petrol is becoming cheaper again. The average price fell below 2 francs for a liter of unleaded 98 last week. Petrol prices in Switzerland have become a little cheaper again since last week....
Electric trucks will also be subject to the heavy vehicle charge in future
2+ week, 6+ day ago (164+ words) In future, electric or hydrogen-powered trucks will also be subject to the performance-related heavy vehicle charge in Switzerland. This has been decided by the Council of States after the National Council. The new charge will apply from 2031. In 2031, electric and…...
1000 hp and highly controversial: Pope Leo tests first electric Ferrari
3+ week, 5+ day ago (138+ words) The first all-electric Ferrari is causing controversy even before it goes on sale. While fans argue about the design, the 550, 000 franc sports car receives a prominent visit from the Vatican. Pope Leo XIV is allowed to take a seat in…...