TransDev Nederland has placed another substantial order with Solaris: this time, 55 battery-electric buses. The order covers both the shortest and longest e-buses in the Solaris portfolio: the Urbino 9 LE and the Urbino 24. Read more…
BYD cars now generate over 100 million km of assisted driving data daily
As of the end of September, cumulative sales of BYD models equipped with assisted driving systems exceeded 1.7 million units.
In September, sales of BYD models featuring driver assistance systems reached 295,606 units.
Great Wall Motor charts fresh European offensive
Following a series of false starts, Great Wall Motor is making a fresh attempt at breaking into the European EV market. The Chinese carmaker has presented an expansion strategy that will include combustion engines and full hybrids in addition to electric cars and plug-in hybrids – with a focus on the pure SUV brand, Haval. Read more…
Nissan Leaf launches at under €37,000
Following its world premiere in June, Nissan has released further details about the third generation of the Leaf. Orders are expected to be possible before the end of this year – at prices of less than €37,000. There is also already quite specific information about the version with the large battery. Read more…
Vulcan supplies lithium to Glencore subsidiary
Vulcan Energy has signed a binding purchase agreement for the supply of battery-grade lithium hydroxide monohydrate (LHM) with a wholly owned subsidiary of the commodities company Glencore. Glencore is now Vulcan’s fourth major customer. Read more…
Farizon launches van charging partnership with ChargePoint and Hypervolt
Farizon, a Geely brand, will team up with ChargePoint and Hypervolt to offer recommended charging for owners of its SV electric van. ChargePoint will become Farizon’s preferred supplier for commercial charging, while Hypervolt is now the recommended home charging provider. Read more…
China NEV retail at 367,000 units in Oct 1-12, down 1% year-on-year
This marks a rare year-on-year decline in China’s NEV retail sales, partly due to the impact of a “golden week” holiday.
In October 1-12, China’s total passenger vehicle retail sales totaled 686,000 units, down 8 percent year-on-year.
China NEV retail at 367,000 units in Oct 1-12, down 1% year-on-year
This marks a rare year-on-year decline in China’s NEV retail sales, partly due to the impact of a “golden week” holiday.
In October 1-12, China’s total passenger vehicle retail sales totaled 686,000 units, down 8 percent year-on-year.
Peugeot adds two major connected services to its EVs
Peugeot is trying hard to make its electric cars more attractive to buyers. The French automaker announced that all new electric models will come with a 10-year subscription to two of its most useful connected services, e-ROUTES and Remote E-Controls, at no extra cost. This is an important step in addressing some of the biggest concerns for potential EV owners,… Read more…
China’s battery manufacturers are becoming more dominant in the global electric car market
The battery capacity installed in new electric and hybrid vehicles worldwide so far this year totals just under 700 GWh. This is according to SNE Research’s analysis for the period from January to August 2025. South Korean manufacturers are continuing to lose ground to their Chinese counterparts. Read more…
China’s battery manufacturers are becoming more dominant in the global electric car market
The battery capacity installed in new electric and hybrid vehicles worldwide so far this year totals just under 700 GWh. This is according to SNE Research’s analysis for the period from January to August 2025. South Korean manufacturers are continuing to lose ground to their Chinese counterparts. Read more…
CATL doubles testing capacity in Germany
The Chinese global leader CATL has been producing battery cells in Arnstadt, Germany, since the end of 2022. They are used in vehicles such as the Porsche Macan and Audi Q6 e-tron. The site also hosts a large testing centre for both customers and internal purposes – and its capacities are now set to double. Read more…
CATL doubles testing capacity in Germany
The Chinese global leader CATL has been producing battery cells in Arnstadt, Germany, since the end of 2022. They are used in vehicles such as the Porsche Macan and Audi Q6 e-tron. The site also hosts a large testing centre for both customers and internal purposes – and its capacities are now set to double. Read more…
Wrightbus partners with Kazenmaier to boost zero-emission buses in Germany
British bus manufacturer Wrightbus has partnered with German leasing specialist Kazenmaier to expand access to hydrogen and battery-electric buses across Germany. The collaboration aims to simplify the switch to zero-emission public transport through tailored leasing and integrated subsidy support. Read more…
Wrightbus partners with Kazenmaier to boost zero-emission buses in Germany
British bus manufacturer Wrightbus has partnered with German leasing specialist Kazenmaier to expand access to hydrogen and battery-electric buses across Germany. The collaboration aims to simplify the switch to zero-emission public transport through tailored leasing and integrated subsidy support. Read more…
USA: GM takes $1.6 bn charge amid slower EV outlook
General Motors will record a $1.6 billion charge as it adjusts its electric vehicle strategy following the termination of key US tax incentives. The automaker expects a slower pace of EV adoption amid changing regulations and a reassessment of production capacity across its North American network. Read more…
Stellantis invests $13 bn in US plants – for combustion models
The multi-brand group Stellantis will invest $13 billion in expanding its US operations and boosting domestic production over the next four years. It will focus primarily on new combustion-engine models. Read more…
India: Tesla upgrades Model Y for improved range shortly after launch
Less than two months after its launch, Tesla has quietly introduced a key upgrade for the Model Y in India to improve its range. The company has kept the EV’s price unchanged following the revision. Read more…
Nio’s LiDAR supplier Seyond gets regulator nod for Hong Kong listing
Seyond plans to go public in Hong Kong through a merger with TechStar, and plans to issue no more than 190,240,000 ordinary shares.
Starting with the ET7, all Nio brand models use LiDAR provided by Seyond.
Nio’s LiDAR supplier Seyond gets regulator nod for Hong Kong listing
Seyond plans to go public in Hong Kong through a merger with TechStar, and plans to issue no more than 190,240,000 ordinary shares.
Starting with the ET7, all Nio brand models use LiDAR provided by Seyond.
