TH Köln, RWTH Aachen, and other partners have launched a research project called ViDeLL. The project aims to develop a concept for virtual road sections for the temporary exclusive use by automated logistics vehicles. Read more…
UAE gains largest charging hub in MEA Region – and ‘electrified highway’ roadmap
ADNOC Distribution, a retail and petrol station chain in the UAE, has opened its new EV Mega hub on the E11 highway between Abu Dhabi and Dubai. The company has also unveiled plans to roll out a wider charging network across the UAE by the end of 2027. Read more…
The U.S. Military’s Abrams Tank Is Going Hybrid
The first M1E3 Abrams tank prototype was unveiled at the Detroit Auto Show, promising a 50% bump in efficiency. Lire la suite…
Porsche’s electric models take the lead in Europe
In a huge turning point for the German automaker, Porsche plug-in vehicles outsold traditional gas-powered models across Europe for the first time ever. The latest data reveals that nearly 58% of all Porsches delivered to European customers last year were either fully electric or plug-in hybrids. This shift means that the majority of new Porsche owners on the continent are… Read more…
Chery to launch first electric vehicle with solid-state battery
Chinese automaker Chery (Omoda/Jaecoo) has announced, just weeks after revealing a breakthrough in solid-state battery technology, that it plans to deploy the technology in an electric vehicle for the first time this year—specifically in the Liefeng model under its Exeed brand. Read more…
Smart Germany chief Ufer appointed Europe chief
Wolfgang Ufer, currently responsible for Smart in Germany, will take over as Head of Smart Europe on March 1, 2026. He succeeds Dirk Adelmann, who will become CEO of Mercedes-Benz Switzerland from that date. Read more…
First deployment of electric trucks begins under new GMA procurement model
Nevoya, an LA-based logistics firm, has introduced 40 new battery-electric semi trucks for the busy Houston-Dallas shipping route. Crucially, it has been made possible by the Center for Green Market Activation (GMA)’s first pilot procurement initiative under its zero-emission trucking scheme. Read more…
Even in extreme cold, EVs outperform diesel AND save drivers money
Fleet managers don’t get paid to argue on Facebook. They get paid to look at the numbers, and make decisions in the best financial interests of their companies. According to studies that follow real-world fleets in the most extreme, cold-weather conditions in America, EVs don’t just survive — they thrive, beating out diesel on the balance sheet. Read more…
California is trying to close the last major electric bike loophole
California lawmakers are once again taking aim at the gray areas of electric bike regulation, this time by targeting what has quietly become one of the biggest loopholes in the state’s e-bike laws. Read more…
Hyundai shows off the ultimate EV camper with solar power, a kitchen, and few other goodies
Hyundai unveiled an all-electric camper van with solar panels for off-grid adventures. It even has a kitchen, smart features, and plenty more for extended stays. Read more…
Chery debuts plug-in hybrid Jaecoo 7 SHS in Germany
Chinese manufacturer Chery is entering the German market through its subsidiaries Omoda and Jaecoo. The company has chosen the Jaecoo 7 SHS as its first passenger vehicle in the new market, a plug-in hybrid SUV with up to 90 kilometers of electric range, priced at €36,900 by the Chinese automaker. Read more…
Tesla turns to discounts, explores new sales channels amid early setback in India
Tesla’s initial journey in India has proved challenging, as it struggles to find customers for its first and only car in local showrooms, the Model Y. Just six months into its arrival, it has had to resort to discounts to clear inventory, a move that contrasts sharply with the strong pre-launch hype. Read more…
‘Absolutely Rolled’: U.S. Officials Blast Canada’s Cheap Chinese EV Deal
China Inc.’s biggest move into North America yet has industry officials and politicians on edge. But affordability concerns take center stage. Lire la suite…
Fastned achieves €335,000 revenue per site
Fastned has released key figures for the past quarter and the full year 2025. According to the report, the Dutch fast-charging provider increased its revenue per location to an average of €335,000—a 25 percent rise. Read more…
Kai Wörner appointed as new managing director of Cellcentric
Cellcentric, the fuel cell joint venture between Daimler Truck and the Volvo Group, has announced a change in its management. Starting January 2026, Kai Wörner will assume the position of Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Managing Director. Read more…
Wolfurt transformed into electric bus hub with 54 chargers
One of Austria’s largest electric bus depots is being built in Wolfurt. The project partners, led by the Vorarlberg Transport Association, are initially implementing 54 charging points with up to 240 kW. In a second phase, the site can be expanded to include up to 84 charging points. Read more…
TIP Group secures up to 1,800 trucks from MAN
MAN Truck & Bus and the commercial vehicle rental company TIP Group have signed a new framework agreement. This agreement provides for the delivery of up to 600 vehicles per year over a period of three years—including electric trucks. Read more…
Germany’s 3-billion-euro EV subsidy to include Chinese brands
The decision is a major boon for affordable Chinese automakers like BYD that are steadily gaining ground in the European market.
Germany’s new subsidy program offers payments ranging from 1,500 to 6,000 euros, primarily targeting low- to middle-income buyers.
EV incentive scheme applies retroactively from 1 January 2026
German Federal Environment Minister Carsten Schneider has presented the key points of Germany’s upcoming EV subsidy programme in Berlin. As previously leaked, all newly registered electric cars will be eligible to benefit from the program starting January 1, with a maximum federal subsidy of €6,000. Read more…
Xiaomi SU7 Max shatters record in 24 hour speed-endurance challenge
Electric cars are slowly moving away from squabbling over who has the biggest battery or the fanciest touchscreen. In China, carmakers are shifting toward a more brutal way to prove their worth: endurance. In the latest attempt, the next-generation Xiaomi SU7 Max took to a high-speed track to see exactly how much ground it could cover in a single day.… Read more…
