We also discuss the sweeping management shake-up at Stellantis and Donald Trump’s concerns about self-driving cars. Read more…
Durakool unveils EV-optimized relays and contactor
UK-based Durakool, a manufacturer of power-switching components, has introduced three new products for the EV market. The DG82M is a micro-ISO automotive plug-in relay featuring magnetic arc blowout technology. It is optimized for DC switching, capable of handling up to 3 A 110 VDC for 100,000 cycles and 7 A 110 VDC for 20,000 cycles…. Read more…
Alltrucks and SANY eTrucks partner to provide truck repair services in Europe
Germany-headquartered Alltrucks, a provider of commercial vehicle maintenance and repair services, and truck manufacturer SANY eTrucks, a division of China-headquartered heavy equipment manufacturer SANY, are joining forces to provide truck repair services. SANY’s eTrucks customers in Europe will be able to receive services from Alltrucks’ network of more than 700 workshops in 13 European countries…. Read more…
Fisker allegedly leaves a mess at company headquarters
Following its insolvency in the summer, Fisker apparently left its former company headquarters in La Palma, California, in a miserable state – with a lot of rubbish lying around, along with abandoned prototypes and batteries. The landlord speaks of “tens of thousands of dollars in cleanup costs.” Read more…
Tesla Robotaxi vs. Waymo vs. Cruise: Here’s How They Stack Up
With hundreds of millions of dollars invested in developing vision-based autonomy, how does Tesla compare to Waymo and Cruise? Read more…
BMW i7 and i5 recalled for steering issue
Two BMW electric sedans are being recalled over steering components that could break, requiring more effort to turn the wheel. The recall includes 202 BMW i5 sedans from model years 2024 and 2025 and just 21 BMW i7 sedans, all 2024 models, plus non-electric versions of both. The recalled vehicles may have steering spindles manufactured with… Read more…
Toyota exec says shift to EVs will lead to job losses
Eliminating internal-combustion engines would also eliminate many jobs related to engine-related technology, Toyota chairman Akio Toyoda told Reuters and other media Thursday. “If electric vehicles simply become the only choice, including for our suppliers, those people’s jobs would be lost,” said Toyoda, who previously held the job of CEO and is… Read more…
The beta car: Alpine presents sporty show car
Just before the start of this year’s Paris Motor Show, Renault’s sports car subsidiary, Alpine, invited guests to the presentation of the A390_β. The production version is scheduled for market launch next year— without the Greek letter in its name. We were allowed to take a look at this ‘beta version’ and gain insight into Alpine’s electrification strategy. Read more…
Vianeo and APRR open truck charging corridor between Paris and Lyon
France is launching its first charging corridor for heavy goods vehicles between Paris and Lyon. The route includes five service stations where trucks can charge with up to 480 kW initiated by the French motorway company APRR and Engie subsidiary Vianeo. Read more…
Milence opens first charging hub in Sweden
The truck charging provider Milence has opened its fourth charging hub in Europe, in Varberg, Sweden – the first of a total of ten charging hubs that Milence is currently building in the country. Read more…
Tesla unveils Robovan people mover with an uncertain future
Tesla has always been a company that pushes the boundaries of automotive technology. At the “We, Robot” event, they unveiled not only their highly anticipated Robotaxi but also a surprising new addition to their autonomous vehicle lineup: the Robovan. This futuristic, driverless vehicle has the potential to revolutionize both public transportation and cargo delivery. At the same time, it raises… Read more…
Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares to retire, his successor to be named at a later date
Global automaker Stellantis has confirmed that his long-tenured CEO, Carlos Tavares, will retire when his current contract expires in early 2026. The news was joined by additional executive shakeups as Stellantis has named new chiefs for its European and North American operations as well. Read more…
BYD takes over as China’s largest auto group with low-cost EVs dominating the market
Although BYD was already the best-selling brand in China, it reached an even more significant milestone last month. After overtaking SAIC, BYD is now China’s largest auto group. Read more…
VW electric deliveries down by ten per cent
In the third quarter of this year, the VW Group suffered a decline of almost ten per cent in global deliveries of all-electric vehicles compared to last year. Looking at the figures from January to September, the deliveries are down 4.7 per cent. Read more…
Tesla’s Robotaxi Event Promised Utopia. It Was Still A Letdown
The “We, Robot” event was peak 2020s Tesla: A long wait, few specifics, tons of promises for a bright future. But for whom? Read more…
Tesla sees 3 millionth China-made car roll off line at Shanghai plant
Tesla’s Shanghai factory took 32 months to produce its first one million vehicles, and just 13 months to get from its two millionth to the three millionth vehicle. Read more…
Rosenbauer opens order books for Panther 6×6
Emergency response organisations can now order the new aircraft rescue and firefighting (ARFF) vehicle, the Panther 6×6 electric. The Austrian manufacturer, Rosenbauer, says the Panther is capable of faster acceleration and top speed than a corresponding fossil-fuelled vehicle. Read more…
Nissan announces bidirectional onboard charger for 2026
Japanese car manufacturer Nissan wants to offer bidirectional charging in selected electric vehicles starting in 2026. The system will work with both alternating and direct current – and will also be “affordable.” Read more…
Leapmotor announces two more electric cars for Europe
Chinese car manufacturer Leapmotor, which has just expanded into Europe with the help of Stellantis, will present two more models at the Paris Motor Show next week. The new B10 will celebrate its world premiere, and the C16 will make its European debut. Read more…
E-bike maker Juiced Bikes appears to collapse amid silence from owners
An early pioneer in the North American electric bicycle market, Juiced Bikes appears to be in collapse. According to many customers, the San Diego-based e-bike company has largely ghosted them and failed to respond to repeated customer service inquiries. At the same time, the company’s website is out of stock on all products and its assets appear headed for auction. Read more…
