BRIEFLY: UK EV Records, Tesla Standard Models, Euro EV Sales & more | 07 Oct 2025
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Martyn Lee
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🗓️ 7 October 2025
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UK electric car registrations surged nearly 33% in September to 72,779 units, with over half of new vehicles electrified and the majority purchased by businesses or fleets. Government grants and incentives have widened adoption, and zero-emission vehicles now account for over 22% of new cars registered in 2025, while diesel registrations plummeted to historic lows.
Tesla released a teaser for an October 7 Model Y reveal, sparking speculation over a more affordable variant intended to boost sales momentum and address product aging. The event is pivotal as Tesla faces pressure from competition and expiring federal incentives; analysts expect production ramp-up of the lower-cost Model Y in Q4.
In Germany, BEV registrations rose 31.9% year-over-year, but Tesla’s numbers fell 9.4% in September and halved since January, while Chinese rival BYD saw registrations soar beyond twenty-fold for the month. The rise of competitors and market diversification are accelerating electrification, prompting legacy automakers to refresh offerings despite Tesla’s updated Model Y achieving stronger results in other parts of Europe.
European plug-in vehicle sales climbed 36% year-over-year in August to about 246,000 units, outpacing overall market growth and raising BEV share to 21%. Popular models like Tesla’s Model Y, Skoda Elroq, and Model 3 contributed to momentum, reinforcing investment in charging infrastructure and fleet electrification.
France saw 140,090 total registrations in September with plug-in vehicles making up 29% of sales, as BEVs and PHEVs increased their market share compared to last year. The Tesla Model Y led the month’s results with its best French volume in two years, pointing to strengthening Q3 demand for electrification despite a slight year-to-date shortfall.
Audi’s U.S. EV sales leaped 232% to 18,071 units in Q3 2025, with electrics making up 39% of the brand’s quarterly volume as the Q6 e-tron outsold its ICE sibling Q5. The shift signals consumer preference for electric variants, but ongoing growth depends on scaled production, dealer readiness, and effective ownership economics.
Cadillac delivered 18,383 EVs in Q3—a record since 2013—boosted by expiring tax credits, with electric models chosen by 40% of buyers in the period. Q3 EV deliveries rose 154% year-over-year, though upcoming quarters will test Cadillac’s ability to sustain the momentum.
BMW and Stellantis are offsetting the loss of the $7,500 federal EV tax credit by applying equivalent discounts to eligible electric and plug‑in hybrid models. The offers, restricted to dealer inventory and requiring delivery by early November, are intended to prevent immediate price hikes and maintain sales amidst changing incentives.
Dacia’s upgraded Spring city car features new, more powerful motors and a lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery that improves cost and safety while maintaining a WLTP range of 140 miles. The revised models, now quicker and more efficient, are priced from £15,000 to £17,000 and arrive early next year.
Scania has launched a high-floor battery-electric coach platform with up to 600 km range, supporting multiple body types and maintaining luggage space comparable to conventional coaches. The new platform comes with integrated smart charging services and aims to advance commercial vehicle electrification across Europe.
Kia’s new PV5 electric van, built on a dedicated E-GMP.S platform, offers multiple body styles, battery options up to 258 miles, and fast DC charging of up to 150 kW. Integrated fleet management and warranty features support commercial use, with mass production underway in Korea.
Universal EV Chargers now provide flat-rate, $15-per-session DC fast charging across Illinois, eliminating time-based pricing and surprise surcharges. Drivers use CCS or NACS connectors, scan to start, and benefit from predictable costs with a growing statewide coverage.
Rivian will incorporate LiDAR sensors into its next-generation vehicles to bolster their autonomy platform, reflecting industry trends as costs for the technology decrease. Recent hires and tech stack updates align with CEO RJ Scaringe’s statements about Rivian’s long-term focus on advanced driver-assistance systems.
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| 1:17.7 | UK electric car registration surged last month in September to 73,000 EV registrations. And over |
| 1:26.4 | half of the market is electrified in some way. But we care |
| 1:29.5 | about zero emission vehicles. Well, so far, year to date, it's 22% of the UK car market is pure |
| 1:36.5 | Bev. Diesel 4%. I can't believe in just the blink of an eye, really. We've seen those high |
| 1:43.0 | diesel rates, 50, 60%. Now, that at 4% of the market. |
| 1:48.1 | Tesla have been teasing their new standard range Model Y. There'll be a bonus show later on in your |
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| 1:59.9 | money would you take the jump? |
| 2:02.1 | In Germany, B-EV registrations rose, 32% year-over-year. But Tesla's numbers fell. 9.4% in September. |
| 2:11.5 | So Germany is really recovering as an EV market. Unfortunately, the Germans at the moment, even though they have their own |
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