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Fully electric passenger vehicles overtook hybrid sales for the first time in Portugal, capturing nearly half of all light passenger car registrations in September. Diesel sales dropped below 3% of the new car market as consumers continued shifting toward zero-emission options. Portugal now counts roughly 300,000 electric passenger vehicles on its roads.
A surge in copper theft from electric vehicle charging cables has led to over 100 recorded incidents by the GNR, with industry experts suggesting the actual figure is significantly higher. The vandalism is concentrated in Lisbon and Setúbal, prompting legal action against perpetrators.
Public electric vehicle charging costs significantly exceed domestic rates, with 10 kWh often costing over 4 euros compared to the 14-20 cents per kWh typically found in home contracts.
A potential 10 million euro incentive package for electric vehicle purchases may launch in the second half of the year, contingent on the stabilization of the Middle East crisis and the reallocation of current transport sector subsidies.
João Gouveia, who leads the electric mobility division at Siemens, explains the present and future of the chargers “made in Portugal”.
Mobi.E will continue to be responsible for managing electric vehicle charging, but will also develop new digital services related to mobility.
Mobi.E does not want to be limited to its new obligations under the new electric mobility framework. The public company is launching products intended to facilitate interoperability both in electric car charging and in bank card payments for public transport. With the new electric mobility regime, Mobi.E has ceased to...
Mobi.E will stop managing the charging network in Portugal from 2028 and has presented new commercial solutions for the electric mobility ecosystem. 'With Mobi.Hub and Mobi.Charge, we show that a public company can innovate and evolve,' guarantees president António Veiga Ferrão, in an interview with Expresso.
The retailer introduces a fully electric vehicle into its distribution network within Portugal.
Powerdot has inaugurated a repair centre for electric charger components in Porto, representing an investment of 1.5 million euros. The company, which operates a network with more than 13,000 charging points, intends to strengthen its equipment maintenance capacity and reduce dependence on manufacturers. With an area of 600 square metres, ...
Elon Musk showcased a prototype featuring SpaceX thrusters and a revamped design. Deliveries have been postponed to 2028 and road homologation appears almost impossible.
Luis Santiago Pinto, who holds a degree and a master's in civil engineering, developed a management career with responsibilities in UBER operations in Portugal, in the implementation and logistics of Lime, and as co-founder of Powerdot. Powerdot was born in Portugal, stemming from a need felt by the founders themselves: to make the charging of...
Due to pressure from several European countries in the process of approving Tesla’s autonomous driving system, the brand has changed the name from Full Self-Driving to Assisted Driving on European vehicles.
An iconic image has reappeared at the Paris Motor Show with the new Citroen 2 CV Fourgonnette concept. While the Fourgonnette is a design study not currently slated for production, Citroen is also showcasing another 2 CV-inspired concept. This second model, set to enter production within two years, aims for a 15,000 euro price point. Positioned between the Ami and the C3, it is an all-electric, minimalist, and compact vehicle designed to be agile and adaptable. The design pays homage to the original 2 CV with its round headlights, vertical windscreen, and curved roof, while the interior features a stripped-back, functional aesthetic. Features like the removable storage basket and egg-storage compartments in the doors offer a nostalgic nod to the historic model.
100% electric vehicles accounted for almost half of passenger car sales in Portugal in September. The rise occurs in a year of strong growth for electric vehicles throughout Europe.
The American company Tesla strengthened its leadership in the Portuguese electric vehicle market in the first nine months of the year, but a wave of Chinese brands has also expanded the Asian market share and reduced the weight of European car brands in the fastest-growing segment.
Electric car sales continue to grow strongly in the EU, with 1.64 million sold between January and August, a 45% increase compared to the same period last year. Data from a Brussels-based Transport and Environment study attributes this rise to the launch of mid-range electric vehicles and the expansion of charging networks. Electric vehicles accounted for 22% of total EU car sales in the first eight months of the year, up 6 percentage points from the previous year. European manufacturers lead the market, producing 60% of electric cars sold in the first half of the year, despite facing significant challenges such as layoffs and factory closures, notably at Volkswagen. The study also notes that a 38% rise in diesel prices since the start of the Middle East conflict is driving demand for electric vehicles. Overall EU car sales rose 5.3% to 7.55 million units through August, while the International Energy Agency forecasts electric vehicles will reach 29% of global sales by 2026.
The high demand for electric vehicles has propelled the Tesla Model 3 to one of the top sales positions in the Portuguese market.
They are few and very rare. In September, 16 luxury passenger cars were registered in Portugal, while premium segment brands totalled 4,304 units. The figures come from ACAP – the Portuguese Automobile Association, which adds that 9,338 fully electric cars were registered, an increase of 87.4% compared to September of last year.
The Paris Motor Show will host the presentation of the new ID. Tiguan SUV, which will replace the well-known ID. 4 and ID. 5, VW's best-selling electric vehicles. The new battery-powered SUV arrives in early 2027.
Data shows that nearly 50% of new vehicle sales in Portugal consist of electric or hybrid models.
Nearly 50% of new vehicle sales in Portugal consist of electric models.
Three executives from automotive retail companies indicated this Thursday that the sector will need to adapt to the increase in electric vehicles, as they require less mechanical intervention. During a panel on automotive retail at the ACAP Auto’26 Forum, which is taking place this Thursday in Lisbon and is organised by the Portuguese Automobile Association (ACAP), the president...
The Mobility and Transport Authority presents a solution in light of the growing electrification of automobiles.
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The company plans to allocate more than 10 million euros annually to expand its ultra-fast electric vehicle charging network across the country.
An overview of the pricing structure and service providers for electric vehicle charging at public stations across Portugal.
In the final morning panel of the conference organised by Expresso to celebrate Sustainability Day, supported by E-REDES, the focus turned to electric cars, renewable energy, and energy-related challenges in Portugal.
Is owning an electric car always cheaper than driving a petrol or diesel vehicle? Not necessarily. This week, I interview Hélder Rodrigues, coordinator of the Sustainable Area at ADENE – Energy Agency, to learn in detail about the new Electric Mobility Simulator.
