The great Chinese EV shake-out | Why electric vehicle boom is turning into a survival race in 2026

China’s electric vehicle (EV) industry — once the hottest growth story in the global auto space — is now entering a make-or-break year in 2026.

 

After years of subsidies, price wars and rapid launches from hundreds of start-ups, analysts now say that only the strongest players are likely to survive.

EU waters down 2035 EV rules: Why electric start-ups are worried

The European Union’s (EU’s) plan mandating all new cars sold by 2035 to be zero-emission vehicles has been revised, and that’s stirring concern among electric vehicle (EV) start-ups and investors.

 

Instead of a full ban on petrol and diesel cars, the updated proposal gives automakers more flexibility — but at a potential cost to Europe’s EV leadership.

Tata Sierra EV launch may be in early 2026

Tata Motors is gearing up to launch the all-electric Tata Sierra EV in India in early 2026.

 

Riding on the strong momentum created by the newly-introduced internal combustion engine (ICE)-powered Sierra, the electric version is expected to attract significant attention from electric vehicle (EV) buyers.

Aceman EV India launch | Top 5 things to know about Mini’s upcoming electric SUV

Mini has been quite active in the Indian market in 2025 and is coming up with an electric vehicle (EV) soon.

The British luxury car brand recently launched the Mini Cooper Convertible in December, following the introduction of the performance-focused Mini Countryman JCW in October.

Why EV range drops in winter and what happens to your electric car

As temperatures fall, many owners of electric vehicles (EVs) notice that their car’s driving range is shrinking. This isn’t just imagined — cold weather really does affect how far an EV can travel on a full charge.

Understanding the reasons behind this drop can help you prepare better when winter arrives.