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EVs account for about 40% of Volkswagen Group’s European order book, even as global deliveries fell 9% through September.
BMW delivered 81,941 fully electric vehicles in Europe in the third quarter, while global deliveries fell 4.9% through September.
U.S. EV sales rose from Q2 but remained well below 2025. Toyota, Rivian and Subaru gained ground as Tesla kept more than half the market.
Four small EVs share more than 80% of their technology, with production planned at two Spanish plants. Deliveries will test the demand.
Europe posted its strongest EV month yet, helping lift global sales 17% from August as China and North America remained weaker year over year.
Battery-electric cars claimed 22.7% of EU registrations through September 2026, moving ahead of petrol while hybrids remained the top choice.
BYD’s 150,000th commercial NEV was a Q3 semi-truck, with 600 kWh capacity and reported 325 km range as commercial sales rise.
LendingTree finds premium fears keep many insured people from filing claims, leaving some to pay thousands out of pocket or regret the choice.
Washington reviews found claims communication and payment problems at USAA and Allstate, along with missing premium change language on Allstate policy documents...
Consumer Watchdog questions a possible increase to California insurers’ profit allowances, citing industry earnings and calling for evidence and public review.
Allstate’s Dallas training center gives claims specialists access to damaged vehicles, diagnostic tools and repair demonstrations across powertrains.
Proposed handbook changes cover exam oversight, test access, remote proctoring and surplus lines licensing. Comments are due Oct. 30.
Collision repair shops can grade insurers’ claims practices, helping consumers compare service and repair support alongside price.
Q3 auto insurance shopping reached 13.2%, while switching climbed to 5.1%. Survey findings point to price as a lasting factor in retention.
Outside groups have put a record $6 million into the California race, sharpening questions about insurance industry donations and candidates’ plans.
The TR3 Racing duo converted pole into victory, while Pro-Am winners Pretorius and Formanek took seventh overall after a late shake-up.
Kellymoss will move from Wisconsin to a shared 145,000-square-foot Troutman shop, combining facilities while keeping its Porsche program distinct.
Andrzej Lewandowski took the Am/LB Cup race win and his third World Finals title at Monza, while Rocky T Bolduc secured the LB Cup crown.
Brendon Leitch charged from ninth to win Race 2 with Nicolas Stati, sealing the Pro title as Formanek and Pretorius claimed Pro-Am honors.
A ninth-place starting spot didn’t stop Leitch and Nicolas Stati: an early pit call helped them win at Monza and claim the Lamborghini title.