The UK government has announced a consultation on a proposed £190m scheme which aims to upgrade electrical grid capacity at motorway service areas. It would target a small number of motorway service areas where high connection costs have made private investment in grid upgrades commercially unviable. Read more…
Brussels to fine EV charging point blockers
From October 1, the Belgian capital will introduce a rotation fee for EVs that remain connected to public charging stations for too long. This aims to improve the availability of charging infrastructure by penalising offenders for blocking stations. Read more…
After EV Batteries, China Wants To Dominate Car Brains Too
Several Chinese carmakers are developing their own smart-driving chips, aiming to cut costs, move faster, and rely less on third parties. Read More…
Geely unveils Galaxy TT electric sports sedan with up to 725-km range
Geely Galaxy TT adopts a fastback design, primarily targeting young consumers. Read more…
BRAVE10k project aims for 10,000 autonomous vehicles in public transport
The BRAVE10k research project aims to accelerate the introduction of autonomous vehicles for public transport in Germany. Led by telematics specialist INIT, the consortium aims to prepare for the integration of more than 10,000 autonomous vehicles in public transportation by 2030. Read more…
Ireland’s EV scrappage pilot fully subscribed ‘within one hour’ of launch
Earlier this month, Ireland’s new ICE2EV scrappage pilot was fully subscribed within an hour of launch, with 2000 applicants securing up to €5000 in grants towards a new BEV. Transport Minister Darragh O’Brien said the government will now assess the ‘results’ of the pilot before moving forward. Read more…
Cadillac Recalls 14,000 Vistiq EVs Over Child-Trapping Risk
GM halted shipments of the 2027 Vistiq last month, but the part that fixes the issue is not yet available. Read More…
Spain invests €100m euros in national rapid charging network
Spain’s government has confirmed more than €100 million will be allocated to eMobility projects – with a focus on the construction and modernisation of charging stations along key transport corridors. Nearly 2,700 fast-charging points are set to be established under the ‘Moves Corredores de Recarga’ initiative Read more…
Thailand: Hyundai launches local assembly of Ioniq 5
Hyundai has started assembling the Ioniq 5 in Thailand to reduce its price and make it more competitive. The company has launched the locally built model at a price of 1.699 million baht (~€44,713 euros). Read more…
Here are the best electric bikes you can buy at every price level in July 2026
I’ve spent countless hours here at Electrek doing detailed hands-on testing of hundreds of electric bikes. Through thousands of miles of riding, I’ve been fortunate to learn these e-bikes inside and out, top to bottom and front to back. That long-term experience with real-world e-bike testing has helped me find the best electric bicycles on the market for just about any budget. Read more…
Li Auto’s new L6 set for potential price hike as costs surge
Rising prices for memory chips and lithium carbonate are putting unprecedented cost pressure on nearly all new vehicles. Read more…
Subaru Trailseeker keeps its US price low to challenge mainstream EVs
Subaru has a new top seller in its growing fleet of electric cars. The Trailseeker EV was only revealed a few months back, but it already has secured the position of the brand’s most popular electric SUV last month, outperforming both the Solterra and the smaller Uncharted models in total sales. This strong demand suggests a growing consumer appetite for… Read more…
Mercedes may build the compact G-Class in Hungary
Mercedes-Benz looks set to move production of the compact G-Class away from Germany. Instead, the electric model is expected to roll off the production line at the Kecskemét plant in Hungary in 2027. The Rastatt site, where Mercedes also produces compact models, will reportedly not be awarded the contract. Read more…
Walmart’s EV Charging Network Shows No Signs Of Slowing Down
The retailer’s fast charging network now has over 600 stalls in 17 U.S. states, despite launching just over a year ago. Read More…
Rivian R2 70-MPH Highway Range Test: Does It Live Up To The Hype?
The R2 is Rivian’s make-or-break moment. Here’s how it handled a highway range test in the Colorado mountains. Read More…
Nio brand’s average selling price hits $65,300 in June as flagship SUV boosts premium pricing power
The Nio brand’s average transaction price reached 443,000 yuan ($65,300) in June, as deliveries of the ES9, which starts at 498,000 yuan, ramped up. Read more…
Nio sets 5-seat ES8 launch event for 7:30 pm on July 9
The launch event for the 5-seat Nio ES8 will begin at 7:30 pm Beijing Time on July 9. Users can watch it via Nio’s official livestream. Read more…
SAIC MG 07 to begin pre-sales on July 29, targeting young EV buyers
The MG 07 is expected to be priced between 150,000 yuan ($22,100) and 200,000 yuan, spanning pure-electric and plug-in hybrid powertrains. Read more…
Leapmotor enters Mexico, marking first step into North America
Leapmotor’s B10 SUV has started deliveries in Mexico, becoming the brand’s first model to enter North America. Read more…
China changes EV policy with some EREVs and hybrids no longer exempt from taxes
Over the last decade, drivers across China have embraced electric cars at a rate that has surprised global analysts. This rapid adoption has turned clean-energy vehicles into mainstream options rather than a niche segment. This massive success means that the Chinese government no longer needs to support every type of green vehicle with aggressive financial incentives. In a major policy… Read more…
