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Amid shifting macro‑economic policies, slower‑than‑expected charging‑infrastructure roll‑out, and waning consumer demand, several major automakers have announced the termination of key electric‑vehicle (EV) models. The move is part of broader portfolio restructurings designed to weather a volatile market.
Acura ZDX (2nd Generation)
Acura’s ZDX was the luxury brand’s first fully electric offering, based on the Chevrolet Blazer EV platform. Despite a short market debut, the second‑generation ZDX managed to sell just under 19,400 units between 2024 and 2025. Low sales volumes prompted Acura to cancel further development beyond 2026.
Chevrolet BrightDrop 400 & 600
General Motors’ commercial‑grade BrightDrop trucks – the 400 and 600 – failed to attract sufficient fleet interest. With demand far below expectations, GM decided to scrap the entire BrightDrop electric‑truck line.
Dodge Charger SRT Daytona Banshee (Electric)
After retiring its iconic Challenger and Charger ICE lineups, Dodge introduced high‑performance electric variants, culminating in the Charger SRT Daytona Banshee. Even the standard‑priced electric Charger struggled to find buyers, leading Dodge to abandon the project entirely.
Ford F‑150 Lightning
The F‑150 Lightning was initially touted as the flagship of Ford’s electrification strategy. However, weak sales, supply‑chain constraints, and a challenging market forced Ford to discontinue the Lightning and replace it with a plug‑in hybrid (EREV) version.
Maserati MC20 Pure‑Electric Concept
In 2022, Maserati announced that every model would eventually have a pure‑electric Folgore variant, starting with the MC20 supercar. Financial pressure and low profitability forced the Italian marque to shelve the electric MC20 project.
Mercedes‑Benz EQB
The EQB, an electric off‑shoot of the popular GLB SUV, suffered from a futuristic design that didn’t resonate with buyers. Mercedes‑Benz retired the EQB and will rely on a second‑generation GLB that shares a unified design language across ICE and electric versions.
Mercedes‑Benz EQE & EQE SUV
Both the EQE sedan and its SUV sibling failed to meet aesthetic expectations of today’s luxury buyers. They will be replaced by a revamped C‑Class EQ and GLC EQ, merging traditional Mercedes styling with electric powertrains.
Mercedes‑Benz EQS & EQS SUV
Competing directly with the BMW i7, the EQS series struggled to gain market share. Mercedes plans to phase out these models, potentially reintroducing the S‑Class with a hybrid of internal‑combustion and pure‑electric power.
Porsche “K1” SUV
In September 2025, Porsche abruptly revised its EV roadmap, cancelling several projects, including the three‑row luxury SUV nicknamed “K1.” The vehicle will instead be offered with a conventional engine and a PHEV variant.
Stellantis Ram Revolution Concept (later Ram 1500 REV)
Stellantis showcased an all‑electric Ram Revolution concept that later morphed into the Ram 1500 REV. Both the concept and its production counterpart were ultimately dropped in favor of plug‑in hybrid (PHEV) and extended‑range electric (EREV) configurations.
These discontinuations highlight a broader industry trend: manufacturers are recalibrating their EV strategies, opting for hybrid or more market‑aligned electric models rather than pursuing niche, low‑volume electric vehicles.
