Geely Auto’s exports surged 184% year-on-year in May, offsetting the negative impact of a nearly 26% decline in domestic sales. Read more…
Nio slows pace of overseas expansion
Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer Nio is slowing down the pace of its expansion in foreign markets, particularly in Europe, to focus more on its domestic Chinese market. Apparently, there will be no model updates or new battery swap stations before the end of 2027. Read more…
GreenWay raises €138 million for CEE charging network
Polish CPO GreenWay has secured €138 million in debt financing from a consortium of European financial institutions. The money will be used to support the expansion of GreenWay’s electric vehicle charging network in Central and Eastern Europe. Read more…
Mercedes expands electric GLC line-up with two new Variants
Mercedes-Benz has so far offered the electric GLC exclusively as a 360 kW all-wheel-drive model with a 94 kWh battery. However, media reports suggest the German carmaker will open order books for two additional powertrain variants later this month, both paired with a smaller battery. Read more…
A court just decided how much foot movement counts as ‘pedaling’ an e-bike
In a fascinating case that is sure to spark more casual arguments than it settled, a judge was recently forced to make a ruling on whether or not “mime pedaling” counted as truly pedaling an electric bike. Read more…
BYD will pay for crashes on its FSD competitor, something Tesla never has
BYD says it will assume full financial liability for at-fault accidents that happen while its “God’s Eye” urban driving system is active in China — with no cap on the payout. Read more…
Li Auto’s May deliveries fall 18% as it pins hopes on new 5-seat flagship SUV to revive sales
In the January-May period, Li Auto delivered 162,577 vehicles, down 3.03% year-on-year. Read more…
UK: Gridserve opens fast charging hub at Moto Lymm
Gridserve has opened a new ‘Electric Super Hub’ at Moto Lymm Services on the M6, adding 24 ultra-rapid charging bays in north-west England. The site features 400 kW-capable chargers and links Liverpool and Manchester. Read more…
West Yorkshire orders 193 electric buses from Wrightbus
West Yorkshire Combined Authority has signed a contract worth up to £100 million with Wrightbus for 193 electric buses for the new Weaver Network. The order includes single- and double-decker models. Read more…
Mini keeps electric car production out of Oxford for now
BMW is reportedly reconsidering plans to electrify Mini’s Oxford plant amid looming trade barriers and rising costs, casting doubt over a medium-term modernisation of the site. Read more…
Zeekr’s May deliveries hit record high as premium models drive growth
Zeekr delivered 34,377 vehicles in May, surging 81.81% year-on-year. Read more…
India: Olectra deploys 60 electric buses in Hyderabad
Indian electric bus manufacturer Olectra Greentech Limited has deployed 60 electric buses in Hyderabad. Evey Trans Private Limited, an electric bus operator and a sister concern of Olectra Greentech Limited, is also involved in the initiative. Read more…
Nio delivers 37,705 vehicles in May, highest this year
Monthly deliveries of the Nio ES8 exceeded 10,000 units again, while the Onvo L80 became key to boosting the Onvo brand. Read more…
Xpeng delivers 32,158 vehicles in May, down 4% year-on-year
From January through May, Xpeng delivered 125,851 vehicles, a 22.59% year-on-year decline. Read more…
Live updates: May 2026 deliveries for major Chinese automakers
Based on the data released so far, most automakers saw a rebound in sales in May, gradually emerging from the off-season that began at the start of the year. Read more…
Huawei HIMA delivers 46,122 vehicles in May, marking second consecutive month of sequential growth
Huawei HIMA’s cumulative deliveries for the first five months of the year reached about 192,000 units, up 26.5% year on year. Read more…
2026 DS N8 AWD review
DS Automobiles spent the last decade trying to carve out a place for itself as one of France’s most premium brands. Born from Citroen’s most daring and elegant creations – and carrying the spirit of the legendary 1955 Citroën DS – the now standalone DS brand invests heavily in design, craftsmanship and French flair. Table of Contents: Exterior Interior Storage… Read more…
Lynk & Co 10 goes on sale in China with ultra-fast charging
Geely’s premium brand, Lynk & Co, kicked off sales of its newest mid-to-large-sized electric sedans on May 29, 2026. Called the Lynk & Co 10 series, this fresh entry targets the very competitive premium EV segment. The manufacturer divided the lineup into two distinct vehicles: the standard “10” for everyday premium driving and the aggressive, high-performance “10+” for enthusiasts. To… Read more…
A SpaceX/Tesla merger could trigger Musk’s $1T pay package automatically
SpaceX has a big IPO coming up, but the next step might be a merger of SpaceX and Tesla. And if so, it could be a backdoor to triggering Elon Musk’s trillion-dollar pay package automatically, without having to meet any of the operational milestones, thus diluting everyone’s shares without delivering on the promises that were made. Read more…
Juiced Bikes now shipping its game-changing electric mopeds in the US
Juiced Bikes says its newly launched Scrambler e-bikes are now officially in stock and shipping, marking the next step in the brand’s return after its acquisition and relaunch under the team behind Lectric eBikes. Read more…
