The electric vehicles (EV) market is experiencing significant growth, driven by the increasing awareness of environmental impacts of traditional gasoline vehicles, rising fuel prices, and regulatory measures promoting lower emissions. Consumers are showing a strong preference for battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and hybrids due to their lower maintenance costs and reduced emissions. This demand is further fueled by advancements in EV infrastructure such as charging stations and governmental incentives worldwide. The Asia Pacific region is leading market expansion with substantial investments in EV infrastructure and production, while Europe is also showing rapid growth due to a strong industrial base and consumer preference for sustainable transport solutions. In response to surging fuel prices and environmental concerns, the adoption of electric fleets in logistics is accelerating, particularly in urban areas.

Elsewhere in the market, Lucid Group was trading firmly up 13.6% and finishing the session at $3.26. This week, Lucid announced the promotion of Emad Dlala to Senior Vice President of Powertrain. In the meantime, Cognex trailed, down 13.6% to end the day at $33.92, near its 52-week low. Cognex reported increased fourth-quarter earnings three days ago, expecting steady revenue for Q1 2025 with a declared $0.08 dividend per share.

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For further insights into the broader context surrounding Electric Vehicles, especially in relation to energy consumption and the transition away from fossil fuels, be sure to check out our article in the Market Insights series, which discusses the long-term energy trends and their implications for the EV market.

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• Tesla closed at $355.94 up 5.8%.
• Ford Motor closed at $9.35 up 1.3%, close to the 52-week low.
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• "Electric Vehicles Market Size Expected to Reach USD 29,283.45 Bn by 2034" from Precedence Statistics on GlobeNewswire (published 13 February 2025)

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