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Leapmotor Shifts to Direct Operations in Thailand
Leapmotor is taking direct control of its Thai operations and evaluating local assembly options to support a target of 100 showrooms by 2028.
October 15, 2026, 02:30 PM·electrive.com
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US EV Market Trends: September 2026 Price and Incentive Analysis
US electric vehicle prices rose in September 2026 as automakers reduced incentives, though costs remain lower than they were a year ago.
Electrek
EVs
Evolute Adjusts Pricing for Crossover Lineup in Russia
Evolute has slashed prices on its 2026 i-Joy and i-Space crossover models in Russia, with cash discounts reaching up to 551,000 ₽.
iXBT.com
Money
Rising Debt Levels Among New-Car Buyers
New-car buyers are increasingly opting for larger loans and longer repayment terms, with average monthly payments and total interest costs hitting record highs.
Motor1.com
EVs
Kia EV3 Pricing Discrepancies Emerge at US Dealerships
The new Kia EV3 is reaching US dealerships, but inconsistent pricing strategies lead to significant markups at some locations while others offer discounts.
Carscoops
EVs
Electric Vehicle Residual Values Show Signs of Stabilization
A report by Transport & Environment reveals that the residual value gap between electric and combustion cars is 80% smaller than previously estimated as the market stabilizes.
CleanTechnica
EVs
US Electric Vehicle Market Cools as Hybrid Demand Surges
US electric vehicle registrations fell by 31 percent in July, while Toyota's hybrid sales surged by 86 percent amid shifting federal policy and consumer demand.
Motor1.com
EVs
Kia EV9 Prices Slashed Across US Dealerships
US dealerships are offering substantial discounts of up to $16 041 on the Kia EV9, significantly lowering the entry price for the three-row electric SUV.
CleanTechnica
EVs
Chevy Silverado EV Takes Top Spot for Affordability in US Electric Pickup Market
Chevrolet Silverado EV is now the most affordable full-size electric pickup in the US following the discontinuation of the Ford F-150 Lightning.
Electrek
EVs
Rare Mercedes-Maybach G650 Landaulet Hits the Market
A rare Mercedes-Maybach G650 Landaulet with only 124 miles on the odometer has been listed for sale.
Carscoops
EVs
US Electric Vehicle Prices Decline as New Car Costs Hit Record Highs
The average price of new electric vehicles in the US fell to $54 813 in August, while the industry-wide average for all new cars climbed above $50 000 for the first time this year.
Electrek
EVs
Russian Electric Vehicle Sales Surge Following Refinery Strikes
Sales of electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles in Russia surged by 118% between June and August 2026 amid fuel shortages caused by attacks on domestic oil refineries.
Electrek
Money
AvtoVAZ Pricing Strategy and Market Positioning Analysis
AvtoVAZ reports that the average price of its vehicles is 1.5 ₽ million, significantly lower than the Russian market average of 3.5 ₽ million.
IXBT.com
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