EV Charging Prices Rise After Summer Promotions End in Poland

Public EV charging became more expensive in Poland in September 2026 as some operators returned to standard tariffs. Average prices now stand at PLN 1.99/kWh for AC, PLN 2.55 for DC below 150 kW and PLN 2.70 for HPC charging.

XPENG to Open Its Seventh Polish Showroom in Kraków

XPENG is opening a showroom in Kraków at 3B Wadowicka Street, its seventh location in Poland. The range will include the G6, G9, P7+ and seven-seat X9.

Cable Theft Hits EV Charging Networks in Poland, Potentially Affecting 10% of Stations

Cable theft is becoming a growing operational problem for electric-vehicle charging networks. Powerdot estimates that similar incidents may have affected around 10% of charging infrastructure in Poland.

Adam Męciński to Lead GAC Poland as Brand General Manager

Adam Męciński will become Brand General Manager of GAC Poland on 15 September 2026....

Volkswagen considers closing four German plants by 2034 as restructuring pressure grows

Volkswagen management is preparing to recommend ending production at four German plants between 2031 and 2034, according to WirtschaftsWoche. The plan would affect Emden, Zwickau, Hanover and Neckarsulm as Europe’s largest carmaker intensifies its restructuring drive.

Poland’s Competition Authority Imposes Nearly PLN 340 Million in Fines for Cartel in Agricultural Machinery Sales

The President of the Office of Competition and Consumer Protection (UOKiK), Tomasz Chróstny, has imposed a total of PLN 339.08 million in fines on...

Vehicle Confiscations from Drunk Drivers Boost State Revenue, Exceeding PLN 57 Million in Three Quarters of 2025

Between 1 January and 30 September 2025, Polish tax offices received 4,400 court rulings ordering the confiscation of vehicles. By comparison, from 14 March...

Porsche and Ferrari at a Crossroads in the Luxury Car Market

Porsche and Ferrari—two icons of luxury and engineering precision—have found themselves at a difficult moment. For years, synonymous with prestige, they are increasingly diverging...

Germany Seeks EU Exemption to Allow Combustion Engine Sales Beyond 2035 Amid Auto Industry Crisis

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced on Friday that he will ask the European Union to allow sales beyond 2035 of selected categories of vehicles,...

Mass Vehicle Forfeitures in Poland: New Laws Lead to 13,000 Seizures Since 2024

Over the past year and a half, Polish police have temporarily seized nearly 13,000 motor vehicles. This is the result of the criminal measure...

Fight for KPO Funds for Electromobility. Fears Over Financing Chinese Manufacturers With EU Money

The battle for more than PLN 4.8 billion from the National Recovery Plan (KPO) under the “Support Instrument for the Low-Emission Economy” – a...

Long-Term Car Rental in Poland Grows 8.9% Year-on-Year in Q3 2025

After a Stable H1 2025, Company Purchases Drive a Surge in New-Car Sales in Q3. Long-Term Rental Grows 8.9% y/y; Rent-a-Car Market Still Contracting. After...

NaszEauto Program: Over Half the Budget Already Used, Nearly 20,000 Grant Applications Filed

As the year draws to a close, the number of applicants seeking funding under the NaszEauto priority program is rising rapidly. Data from the...

ORLEN Opens First Ultra-Fast EV Charging Hub Along S7 Route

ORLEN Charge has launched its first electric vehicle (EV) charging hub along the S7 expressway, located at the Olsztynek Południe Motorway Service Area (MOP)....

Poland prepares to reform tire recycling law – producers’ responsibility and full traceability of used tires in focus

The Ministry of Climate and Environment has launched preliminary consultations on amendments to the Act on the obligations of entrepreneurs in waste management. The...

Europeans Believe Autonomous Vehicles Can Improve Safety — but Still Want to Stay in Control

Europeans are optimistic about the safety and comfort benefits of autonomous vehicles, yet remain cautious and insist on retaining control over the vehicle. These...

Poland Expands “NaszEauto” EV Subsidy Program

Starting October 20, 2025, the Polish government’s “NaszEauto” (OurEV) program will launch in a new, expanded edition. The Ministry of Climate and Environment has...

Vehicle Rental in Poland: Growing Trend, Growing Debt

More and more Poles are choosing to rent rather than buy a car. This option provides flexibility, helps avoid high maintenance costs, and fits...

Poland Builds National Road Scenario Database for Autonomous Vehicle Testing

Testing autonomous vehicles is one of the key elements in the development of this technology. A consortium established by the Motor Transport Institute (Instytut...
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