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Benecar is the official V2C representative in Portugal
Created by Tiago Fernandes at Wednesday, 5 August 2026
Electric mobility does not end when choosing a car. For anyone who drives an electric vehicle or plug-in hybrid, finding a practical and intelligent charging solution adapted to their routine is equally important. With this vision in mind, Benecar - Cidade do Automóvel is announcing a new stage in i...
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Benecar is once again Marca Recomendada in 2026
Created by Tiago Fernandes at Wednesday, 4 February 2026
Benecar has once again been distinguished as a Recommended Brand in 2026, achieving this recognition for the fifth consecutive year. Since 2022, the brand has maintained a continuous presence at the top of consumer satisfaction, a particularly relevant achievement in a sector where the high volume o...
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Benecar wins the Five Star Award for the fifth year running
Created by Tiago Fernandes at Wednesday, 4 February 2026
Benecar has once again been distinguished with the Five Star Award 2026, achieving this recognition for the fifth consecutive year at national level, in the category of Semi-New and Used Vehicles. A result that confirms the consistency of positive consumer evaluations over recent years and reinforce...
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China cuts hybrid exports to the EU by more than half
Created by Daniela Ezequiel at Wednesday, 14 October 2026
China has agreed to moderate exports of hybrid and plug-in hybrid cars to the European Union, in an understanding reached with Brussels that could lead to a reduction of more than 50% in the number of these vehicles sent to the European market. The agreement comes at a time of growing trade tensions...
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New rules for electric scooters move forward in Parliament
Created by Daniela Ezequiel at Tuesday, 13 October 2026
Electric scooters and bicycles are becoming increasingly common on Portuguese roads, but the rules governing their use may be about to change. The Assembly of the Republic has approved, in general terms, two legislative proposals aimed at strengthening the safety of users of these vehicles, includin...
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Electric car incentives return to Portugal in 2027
Created by Daniela Ezequiel at Monday, 12 October 2026
Good news for anyone thinking about replacing a combustion-engine car with an electric model! The Portuguese Government is planning the return of incentives for the purchase of electric cars in 2027, a measure intended to continue promoting sustainable mobility and accelerate the decarbonisation of...
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Rally de Portugal left out of the WRC but set to return in 2028
Created by Daniela Ezequiel at Wednesday, 7 October 2026
Rally de Portugal will be left out of the World Rally Championship calendar in 2027. The confirmation was announced by the Automóvel Club de Portugal, which also revealed that it has already started talks with the WRC promoter regarding a possible return of the event in 2028. The Portuguese rally al...
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Gasovia calculates where it pays to refuel and save on fuel
Created by Daniela Ezequiel at Friday, 2 October 2026
Finding the station with the cheapest fuel does not always mean making the most economical choice. The distance required to get there, the car’s consumption and even the discounts available can make a difference to the final cost. It was precisely with this in mind that Rafael Teixeira, a Computer E...
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