EV expert Rustam Kocher shares insights on European EV charging apps, roaming agreements, and challenges in public charging infrastructure. Read more…
General Motors’ EV Sales Are Way Down. But It’s Not As Bleak As It Seems
Silverado EV sales fell 92% year or year. But it’s more to do with tax credits than anything else. Read More…
Geely September sales rise 7% to 2026 high as record export streak ends
Geely Auto exported 106,685 vehicles in September, up 162% year-on-year but down 3% from August, ending 8 consecutive months of record exports. Read more…
Tesla brings several upgrades to the Chinese Model 3
Instead of the Roadster, which was once again postponed, Tesla announced a handful of neat upgrades to the Model 3 in China today. It got a bigger screen, V2L and new interior color option. Tesla Model 3 upgrades in China Tesla published a few marketing images to promote the new Model 3 features, starting with the central infotainment display. Now,… Read more…
MG IM6 first drive: 553 kW and air suspension for €62,990
The MG IM6 is a nearly five-meter-long electric SUV with 800-volt technology, all-wheel steering, and a power output of up to 553 kW (751 hp). The Chinese company is launching the premium car with a starting price is 56,990 euros, while the all-wheel-drive version is available for 60,990 euros. The all-wheel-drive model also offers an optional adaptive air suspension, which noticeably changes the car’s character. During the first test drive in the French Jura, the real cost becomes clear. Read more…
Nova Scotia introduces new levy on EVs and plug-in hybrids
The Canadian province has introduced a new levy on EVs and plug-in hybrids, with owners set to face additional charges of CA$500 and CA$250 respectively every two years. The levy takes effect on October 1 and will apply when vehicle permits are issued or renewed. Read more…
Volkswagen announce autonomous driving partnership with Wayve
VW is set to collaborate with British AI start-up Wayve on autonomous driving in future. According to media reports, Wayve may have prevailed in an internal comparison – including against Nvidia. Read more…
Joya: new Swiss CPO replaces four charging provider brands
The newly formed Swiss charging provider Joya is now bundling the charging offerings of Energie 360° Mobilität, Gofast, Swisscharge, and Move Mobility. With more than 7,500 public charging points, including over 1,800 fast-charging points, Joya is now the largest CPO in Switzerland from the outset. Read more…
VW’s Electric Polo Is Expensive. But After Driving It, It’s Not Hard To See Why
Volkswagen’s new small EV feels remarkably grown-up on a European road trip. It might be VW’s best EV ever, but it doesn’t come cheap. Read More…
Over 60% Of Toyotas Sold In Q3 Were Electrified
A growing proportion of Toyota and Lexus sales are EVs, hybrids, and plug-in hybrids. And the company isn’t slowing down any time soon. Read More…
Kia’s new EV3 is just getting started after 500+ first-month sales
With the 2027 EV3 now on sale and another record sales quarter, Kia said it’s “the brand to watch” in 2027. Read more…
Aptera (SEV) now says it needs $25M to start production, stock drops 15%
Aptera (SEV) now says it needs only about $25 million to start production of its Solar EV, down from the $40 to $45 million it quoted just seven weeks ago. Read more…
BMW is launching a smaller, more affordable EV
BMW joins the growing list of luxury brands planning to introduce an entry-level electric vehicle. The new model will be the most affordable Neue Klasse EV. Read more…
GWM September sales fall 14% in steepest drop this year as domestic slump deepens
GWM sold 114,944 vehicles in September, down 13.99% year-on-year, bringing sales for the first 9 months into decline at 0.33%. Read more…
OCSiAl contributes nanotubes to EU project on aircraft battery cells
OCSiAl contributes nanotubes to a Horizon Europe project developing aviation battery cells exceeding 400 Wh/kg for electric regional aircraft. Read more…
Xiaomi SkyNomad series boosts sales on the way to half a million cars
Only three short years ago, a consumer electronics titan best known for mobile phones, fitness bands and robot vacuums built its first electric car. When the SU7 arrived, it terrified Stuttgart’s finest. It was followed by the YU7 crossover, proving that Xiaomi was deadly serious about electric pace. But car companies cannot survive on hot-lapping dream machines alone. To play… Read more…
Kia opens UK orders for EV3, EV4, and EV5 GT models
Performance variants of the EV3, EV4, and EV5 are now available to order in the UK under the ‘GT’ badge. The three models are Kia’s first GT variants based on the 400-volt version of Hyundai’s E-GMP architecture. Read more…
Norway: Tesla Model Y made up a quarter of new passenger car sales in September
Norway recorded 18,511 new electric car sales in September – while all other powertrain types saw only double-digit registration numbers. The EV share of new vehicle sales thus climbed to 98.8 percent. This is largely thanks to Tesla’s electric SUVs. Moreover, electric passenger cars now lead the way across the country’s existing fleet. Read more…
Student VENTRA EV project aims to capture tyre and brake wear particles
Students at TU Eindhoven have developed an electric car concept called VENTRA, which is designed to capture fine dust from tire and brake wear while driving. Additionally, the vehicle focuses on lightweight construction and provides guidance for a low-wear driving style. Read more…
Ampol to acquire Evie Networks in AU$225m deal
Australian fuel retailer Ampol is to acquire the charge point operator Evie Networks for AU$225 million (~€135 m). The deal is set to add over 1,030 charging bays to Ampol’s existing network, meaning it will feature around 1,425 bays across over 400 sites. Read more…
