It has been known for some time that ride-hailing service Uber and its Chinese partner WeRide want to establish a robotaxi service in the United Arab Emirates. After the service recently launched in Abu Dhabi, the starting signal has now also been given in Dubai. Read more…
FFB PreFab produces first functional lithium-ion cell
The Fraunhofer Research Institution for Battery Cell Production FFB has produced its first electrically functional lithium-ion battery cell. This marks the first time a continuous process chain using exclusively European equipment, from electrode production to the charged cell, has been implemented. Read more…
Malaysia: Xpeng to sell locally assembled EVs from 2026
Aiming for a stronger foothold in Southeast Asia, Xpeng plans to localise its EVs in Malaysia from 2026, following a similar move in Indonesia earlier this year. It will pursue an asset-light strategy, outsourcing local assembly operations rather than setting up its own facility. Read more…
Stellantis Recalls Another 6,000 PHEVs Because Their Brake Pedals Could Snap
A brake pedal shouldn’t collapse under any circumstances, but 27,000 Stellantis-made plug-in hybrids didn’t get the memo. Lire la suite…
BYD teases Seal 08 sedan and Sealion 08 SUV, set to debut in Q1 2026
The Seal 08 sedan and Sealion 08 SUV will become the new flagship models of BYD’s Ocean series.
BYD’s 15-millionth NEV is about to roll off the production line.
Tesla Robotaxis without a human monitor hit Austin streets
The future of autonomous EVs just took a giant, empty-seated leap forward. Over the weekend, residents in Austin, Texas, captured photos and videos of a Tesla Model Y navigating city streets entirely on its own. The car’s steering wheel moved, the vehicle followed the rules of traffic, but both the driver’s seat and the front passenger seat were completely empty.… Read more…
Green light for Sweden’s EV incentive scheme
Sweden is the first country to receive the green light for its Climate Social Plan under the EU’s new Climate Social Fund. As part of this, over 500 million euros in funding will be provided to enable more affordable access to electric cars, particularly for low- and middle-income households. Read more…
VW ID. Polo to Launch in Four Power Levels
Ahead of the market launch of the ID. Polo next year, Volkswagen has released further details about its electric compact car. This includes performance data for the four drivetrain and two battery variants. Read more…
DB procures 3,000 electric and hybrid Buses – 95% From MAN
Deutsche Bahn plans to integrate around 3,000 buses with electric or hybrid drives, as well as 300 combustion-engine buses, through framework agreements with multiple manufacturers by 2032. The primary supplier is MAN, while BYD will deliver a smaller fleet of electric intercity buses. Prior to the deal with BYD, the EVG union had raised objections. Read more…
DHL deploys first eight battery-electric trucks From Hylane deal
DHL has put eight Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 trucks from its partnership with commercial vehicle lessor Hylane into operation. These are the first battery-electric trucks rented out by the former pure hydrogen specialist. Simultaneously, DHL has increased its order with Hylane from the original 30 to 42 e-trucks. Read more…
BMW and Encory launch direct battery recycling
The Battery Cell Recycling Competence Center (Cell Recycling Competence Center; CRCC) in Salching, Lower Bavaria, announced about a year ago, has now commenced operations. There, BMW and Encory are implementing direct recycling to recover battery raw materials. Read more…
Peugeot’s classic 103 moped gets ready for an electric return
Peugeot is officially bringing back one of its most iconic two-wheelers – the Peugeot 103 – this time as a modern electric moped. Read more…
The Volkswagen ID. Polo Is A 260-Mile, Sub-$30,000 EV For The Masses
The all-new electric subcompact hatchback will be available with LFP and NMC batteries made in Europe. Lire la suite…
Ford to launch electric Bronco in China on Dec 19
Ford began pre-sales of the electric Bronco in China on November 18, with a starting price of RMB 229,800 ($32,610).
On December 11, Ford saw the first production-ready electric Bronco roll off the assembly line.
Onvo has deployed over 2,600 new packs since launching its battery doubling initiative
As of December 13, Onvo has deployed more than 2,600 new battery packs, achieving 32.5 percent of its overall target.
Onvo aims to complete the deployment of over 8,000 new battery packs by mid-January 2026.
China grants 1st L3 autonomous driving permits for regular passenger cars
China’s industrial regulator has for the first time approved two Level 3 autonomous driving models, from Changan and Arcfox respectively.
These models are permitted to conduct pilot operations on designated routes.
Verkor opens 16 GWh battery cell factory in Dunkirk
French battery manufacturer and Renault partner Verkor has officially opened its battery cell factory in northern France. The plant in Dunkirk has an initial annual capacity of 16 GWh, with plans to expand to 50 GWh by 2030. Read more…
T&E fears many plug-in hybrids after 2035
Last week, the EU Commission proposed a 90 per cent reduction in CO2 emissions as a target for 2035. Sebastian Bock of Transport & Environment has now calculated what impact this figure could have. Read more…
Tesla Is Finally Letting Robotaxis Drive Solo In Austin. Now Comes The Hard Part
The automaker has started testing robotaxis without human safety drivers on board after years of promises. Lire la suite…
Volvo’s Big Software Update For 2.5 Million Older Cars Has Been Delayed
Owners of older cars with Google-based infotainment systems will have to wait longer to get easier access to the driving modes. Lire la suite…
