Nio confirmed Onvo will enter international markets, with a European debut currently expected in 2028-2029. Read more…
2028 Volvo XC60: ‘Long-range PHEV’ gets whopping 78 miles of electric range
Volvo Cars unveils the 2028 XC60 PHEV with a record 78-mile electric range, upgraded battery pack, and new electric motor for improved performance. Read more…
New Hydrogen Alliance Outlines Plans – But Only a Little
At the IAA Transportation, Daimler Truck, the Volvo Group, Toyota, Bosch, Air Liquide, TotalEnergies, TEAL Mobility, and MB Energy presented their plans to accelerate the ramp-up of hydrogen-powered vehicles in Europe. The details remain vague, but the goal is to scale hydrogen trucks by 2030. Read more…
2027 Mercedes GLC 400 Electric Review: The Best Mercedes EV Ever, And It’s Not Close
The GLC is lovely to drive and incredibly sophisticated. But it’s not cheap. Read More…
T&E analysis: European truckmakers could lose a quarter of the electric truck market to the Chinese by 2030
Transport & Environment analysis shows Chinese truckmakers could capture 25% of Europe’s electric truck market by 2030, challenging legacy OEMs. Read more…
Geely Galaxy opens Cruiser 700 pre-sales in China from $29,530
The Cruiser 700 is Geely’s first rugged off-road SUV, with pre-orders exceeding 43,900 within 60 minutes of pre-sales opening. Read more…
Zerova brings 1.44 MW MCS dispenser to Europe
At IAA Transportation in Hanover, Zerova is presenting its MCS dispenser for electric trucks and buses in Europe for the first time. The satellite charging unit is designed to deliver charging capacities of up to 1,440 kW. Read more…
BOW: Stellantis Pro One unveils autonomous delivery vehicle
At IAA Transportation, Stellantis Pro One is presenting BOW (‘Box on Wheels’) – an autonomous electric delivery vehicle developed to test new approaches to urban operations. The concept vehicle was developed in collaboration with UQI Robotics and is intended to serve as a platform for a deeply integrated ecosystem. Read more…
BGL and Depotcharge launch joint electric truck charging network
The German Federal Association for Freight Transport, Logistics and Disposal (BGL) and Depotcharge want to establish a nationwide charging network for electric trucks. To this end, logistics companies are to open up free charging points at their depots to other fleets. Read more…
CATL launches Tectrans II commercial vehicle battery with up to 1,000 km of truck range
The heavy-duty truck version supports megawatt-level fast charging, reaching 80% in 25 minutes. Read more…
NYC selects it’s electric to build out curbside EV charging network
New York City selects it’s electric to build a curbside EV charging network, expanding access for rideshare drivers and underserved neighborhoods. Read more…
New Denza N8L comes with 130 kWh battery and 960-km range
The electric car economics are simple if a little bit depressing: the bigger the battery, the deeper the dent in your pocket. Stash enough lithium under the floor to cross a country or two, and manufacturers will happily charge you the price of a half-decent yacht. At least, until now. BYD’s luxury offshoot, Denza, is literally tearing up that playbook… Read more…
Lidl completes Dutch logistics truck charging network
Lidl Netherlands has opened its sixth fast-charging hub for electric trucks – this time, at the Waddinxveen distribution center. All six of the discount retailer’s regional logistics centres now have their own charging infrastructure. The company sees this as fulfilling the prerequisites to supply all 440 Dutch branches electrically starting in 2027. Read more…
UK removes major barrier to cross-pavement EV charging
Following a consultation, the Department for Transport has confirmed plans to introduce new permitted development rights for cross-pavement charging solutions in England. It means that homes with on-street parking will be able to install chargers without the need for planning permission. Read more…
Ford reportedly eyeing EV production at idle Indian plant
Four years after production ceased at its plant near Chennai in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu, Ford is now working on resuming operations. The Blue Oval is looking at converting the idle factory into an EV manufacturing hub, according to a Fortune India report. Read more…
GAC showcases electric vans and trucks at IAA
Chinese manufacturer GAC is celebrating its trade fair premiere at the IAA Transportation in Hanover with its subsidiary GAC Commercial Vehicle. On display are the electric truck T9 and the new sub-brand Montx for light commercial vehicles. Read more…
Electreon introduces wireless charging solution for parking spaces
Electreon is expanding its inductive charging offering with a stationary solution for passenger cars and light commercial vehicles. Lite DOT transmits up to 11 kW wirelessly and can be installed in existing parking spaces without major civil engineering work. A corresponding receiver in the vehicle is required. Read more…
Segway’s new 28 MPH MUXI Pro cargo e-bike gets automatic shifting and regen braking
Segway is giving its compact MUXI utility e-bike a fairly significant upgrade, adding everything from automatic electronic shifting to front suspension and a higher Class 3 top speed. Read more…
This Brooklyn startup will put nearly 700 EV plugs on NYC curbs
New York City has chosen Brooklyn-based it’s electric to supply the hardware for its permanent curbside EV charging network, which will bring nearly 700 Level 2 charging points to all five boroughs over the next three years. Read more…
Stark turns its 80 hp electric supermoto into a titanium-loaded blacked-out beast
Stark Future has already turned its ridiculously powerful electric dirt bike into a street-going supermoto – upon which I recently got to cruise the streets and cities around Barcelona (more on that experience coming soon). But now the company is taking that concept in an even darker direction with the new Stark VARG SM Sköll, a limited-edition, nearly completely blacked-out version of the 80 hp electric supermoto. Read more…
