Europe
Spanish authorities report 51 dead from flash flooding
Spanish authorities reported Wednesday that flash floods have killed at least 51, marking the nation’s worst recent natural disaster.
Explainer: What happens as EU concludes investigation of Chinese-made EVs?
The EU formally approved imposing tariffs on Chinese-made EVs on Tuesday after an investigation that has divided the bloc.
A new electric hydrofoil ferry in Stockholm offers cleaner journeys between its 14 islands
Stockholm launched a high-tech electric ferry, the Nova, aiming to cut commute times by 50 per cent while promoting low-carbon transport.
Just 7% of England’s land protected for nature, govt assessment shows
Only seven per cent of England is currently protected for nature, as the government aims for 30 per cent by 2030 amid global...
Developers stop oil drilling in Surrey amid legal row after UK Supreme Court ruling
Developers have suspended oil extraction at a site in Surrey four months after the Supreme Court quashed its planning permission.
EU adopts extra tariffs of up to 35.3% on Chinese EVs
The EU will impose new tariffs on Chinese electric cars after a probe found unfair subsidies, risking trade tensions with Beijing.
European car safety agency snubs BYD’s Atto 3 driver assistance system
MILAN — Europe’s car safety agency has issued a “not recommended” rating to the driver assistance system used in BYD’s Atto 3 EV,...
German car industry transformation could cost 186,000 jobs by 2035, study finds
A study warns the German car industry could lose 186,000 jobs by 2035, with 46,000 already gone due to the EV transition.
World’s first green energy island sails into cost storm
Belgium's energy island project for offshore wind faces costs soaring to seven billion euros, sparking calls to halt amid political pushback.
