Samsung continues to expand its support for more digital car key access using its Samsung Wallet app. The latest addition to the support list is Toyota, but as is always the case, not all models made it to the list. Starting January 2026, Samsung Wallet will accept digital keys for the Toyota RAV4 2026, but the support will soon expand… Read more…
Toyota counters Elon Musk’s boast with Grok’s support
A few days ago, Tesla CEO Elon Musk announced that the Tesla Model Y has been the world’s best-selling car model for the third consecutive year. Toyota disputes this claim—citing ‘Grok’, Elon Musk’s own chatbot. Read more…
Fuso entrusts majority of its European distribution to Emil Frey
Daimler Truck is restructuring the distribution of Fuso trucks in Europe. The Daimler Truck subsidiary Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation will collaborate with the Emil Frey Group as its general distribution partner in 21 European countries—including Germany. Read more…
Volvo Cars puts battery cell subsidiary Novo Energy into hibernation
Due to Volvo Cars’ inability to find a new technology partner, the Swedish automaker is temporarily suspending operations at Novo Energy. The company was originally established as a joint venture with Northvolt and was fully acquired by Volvo following the battery cell manufacturer’s insolvency. Read more…
Mazda’s EV platform likely to debut no sooner than 2028
Mazda has delayed the launch of its first model based on its planned proprietary electric platform. The ‘Skyactiv EV Scalable Architecture’ was originally scheduled for introduction in 2025, which evidently will not happen. Read more…
Mazda’s EV platform likely to debut no sooner than 2028
Mazda has delayed the launch of its first model based on its planned proprietary electric platform. The ‘Skyactiv EV Scalable Architecture’ was originally scheduled for introduction in 2025, which evidently will not happen. Read more…
Prague to ban non-zero emission taxis and ride-hailing services from 2030
The Czech capital of Prague plans to ensure that only zero-emission taxis and ride-hailing vehicles will be allowed within the city starting in 2030. With this measure, authorities aim to address the aging vehicle fleet, the massive increase in rides, and the deteriorating air quality in the city. Read more…
Prague to ban non-zero emission taxis and ride-hailing services from 2030
The Czech capital of Prague plans to ensure that only zero-emission taxis and ride-hailing vehicles will be allowed within the city starting in 2030. With this measure, authorities aim to address the aging vehicle fleet, the massive increase in rides, and the deteriorating air quality in the city. Read more…
Iveco and PlusAI to test autonomous trucks in Spain
Italian truck manufacturer Iveco and PlusAI, a US developer of autonomous driving solutions for trucks, are preparing a joint pilot project in Spain. Partners include the Spanish logistics company Sesé and the regional government of Aragon. Read more…
Iveco and PlusAI to test autonomous trucks in Spain
Italian truck manufacturer Iveco and PlusAI, a US developer of autonomous driving solutions for trucks, are preparing a joint pilot project in Spain. Partners include the Spanish logistics company Sesé and the regional government of Aragon. Read more…
Republicans Are Finally Warming Up To Electric Cars
Plus, Ram boss says EVs “will take over” and Europe offers China a way out of tariffs. Lire la suite…
Spanish charging network grows to 50,000 charging points
Spain’s publicly accessible charging network for electric vehicles reached the milestone of 50,000 operational charging points last year. The number of fast chargers more than doubled within a year. Read more…
Spanish charging network grows to 50,000 charging points
Spain’s publicly accessible charging network for electric vehicles reached the milestone of 50,000 operational charging points last year. The number of fast chargers more than doubled within a year. Read more…
Nio vows to advance European operations following China-EU consensus
Nio said it is pleased to see China and the EU making steady progress toward consensus on the basis of mutual respect.
China and the EU have reached an agreement on price undertakings for Chinese BEV exports, marking significant progress toward replacing additional tariffs.
Honda launches Super-One EV as its new entry-level EV in Singapore
At the Singapore Motor Show last week, Honda unveiled the Super-One EV, a new entry-level electric car for its global line-up. The company also launched the new EV in Singapore, making it the model’s first market globally. Read more…
Honda launches Super-One EV as its new entry-level EV in Singapore
At the Singapore Motor Show last week, Honda unveiled the Super-One EV, a new entry-level electric car for its global line-up. The company also launched the new EV in Singapore, making it the model’s first market globally. Read more…
The 2026 Tesla Model Y brings back the third row and adds “premium” tweaks
After nearly a year of waiting and rumors, Tesla has finally updated the US version of its best-selling electric SUV. The 2026 Model Y is officially here, and the main news is the return of the seven-seater option. Alongside the extra seats, the automaker has added a handful of cosmetic and tech upgrades reserved for the higher-end trims. Families who… Read more…
Dataforce: Fleets drive growth amid a record year for German EV market
In Germany, around 545,000 new electric cars were registered in 2025 – a record! Market researchers at Dataforce have now shared deeper insights into market demand, emphasising that the fleet market continues to be the main driver of this development. However, electric cars have also become popular in the private market in a way they have not been since the subsidy was discontinued. Read more…
South Korean researchers double battery energy density
A South Korean research team has achieved a volumetric energy density of 1,270 Wh/l using an anode-free lithium-metal battery. This energy density is nearly double the approximately 650 Wh/l delivered by the lithium-ion batteries currently used in electric vehicles. Read more…
Svolt unveils ‘world’s largest capacity’ 80-kWh PHEV battery pack
The pack’s cells support peak charging rates of up to 6C, enabling a 10%-80% charge in under 10 minutes.
Svolt achieved its first quarterly profit in the fourth quarter 2025 and aims to realize full-year profitability in 2026.
