BRIEFLY: Global Sales, Tesla, Ford & more | 12 Nov 2025
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EV
An EV, or Electric Vehicle, runs on electricity instead of gasoline. This means it doesn't produce exhaust emissions like regular cars, making it better for the environment.
combustion engine
A combustion engine is what most cars use to run; it burns fuel like gasoline to create power. Electric vehicles don't use this type of engine, which is why some people prefer them.
Tesla Model Y
Tesla Cybertruck
Tesla Model 3
The Tesla Model 3 is a smaller electric car that is more affordable than other Tesla models. It has good range and performance for its price.
Tesla Semi
The Tesla Semi is a large electric truck made by Tesla. It's designed to carry heavy loads and is more environmentally friendly than traditional diesel trucks.
kilowatt hour
A kilowatt hour is a way to measure how much energy a battery can store. If a battery has a higher kWh, it can power something for a longer time.
energy recovery
Energy recovery is when a vehicle saves energy that would normally be wasted, like when you brake. This helps the vehicle use less power and go further.
megawatt charging
Megawatt charging is a super-fast way to charge electric vehicles, providing a lot of power quickly so they can get back on the road faster.
Ford F150 Lightning
The Ford F-150 Lightning is a new electric truck from Ford. It's meant to be similar to their regular F-150 but runs on electricity instead of gasoline.
aluminium shortages
Aluminium shortages mean there isn't enough aluminium available for making things. This can slow down production of cars that need aluminium parts.
MFG
MFG is a company that sells fuel and has started providing charging stations for electric cars.
EV charging
EV charging is how electric cars get their power. Instead of filling up with gas, they plug into a charging station to recharge their batteries.
IONITY
IONITY is a network of fast chargers for electric cars in Europe. It helps people charge their cars quickly, especially when traveling long distances.
Pure EVs
Pure EVs are cars that only use electricity to run. They don't have gas engines, which makes them better for the environment.
Rivian
Rivian is a company that makes electric vehicles, especially trucks and SUVs. They are known for their cool designs and features for outdoor adventures.
ID.1
The ID.1 is a small electric car from Volkswagen designed for city driving. It's part of their line of electric vehicles.
zonal architecture
Zonal architecture is a way of organizing the electrical systems in electric cars. It helps the car run better and makes it easier to build.
used EVs
Used EVs are electric cars that someone else has owned before. More people are buying these cars because they can be cheaper than new ones.
Subaru
Subaru is a car company from Japan that makes vehicles known for their all-wheel drive, which helps with driving in tough conditions like snow or mud.
Toyota
Toyota is a very big car company from Japan that makes a wide range of vehicles, including popular models like the Camry and Corolla.
Toyota Hilux
The Toyota Hilux is a tough pickup truck that can handle rough roads and is often used for work or outdoor activities.
range
Range is how far an electric car can go before it needs to be charged again. It's important for people to know so they can plan their trips.