Kia and Motability Operations, which runs the Motability Scheme in the UK, have signed an MoU to bring an affordable, fully electric, side-entry Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle to market in the UK. Their first model will be introduced in late 2026. Read more…
Vector presents MCS-compatible test device for charging communication
Vector has unveiled its new hardware-in-the-loop test system, vCTS.performance. It was developed for testing the charging communication of electric vehicles and charging infrastructure and meets the high performance requirements of the Megawatt Charging System (MCS). Read more…
The New Mercedes GLB EV Has More Screens Than Your Average Living Room
The second-gen GLB has three screens, a starry panoramic roof and seven seats with “noticeably” more comfort for second-row passengers. Lire la suite…
IM Motors launches LS9 large extended-range SUV with up to 402-km battery range
IM Motors offers two variants of the LS9 starting at RMB 322,800 ($45,360), with deliveries set to begin later this month.
The vehicle has a peak power output of up to 390 kW (523 horsepower) and can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 4.9 seconds.
EV sales *still* have not fallen, cooled, slowed or slumped. Media is lying to you.
EV sales continue to rise, but the last two years of headlines falsely stating otherwise would leave you thinking they haven’t. After so many lies, it would be nice for everyone to stop pushing this false narrative that they could find the truth behind by simply looking up one single number for once. Read more…
GWM’s Ora sub-brand begins pre-sales of Ora 5 SUV, starting at $15,430
The Ora 5 is Ora’s first electric SUV model, with a pre-sales starting price of RMB 109,800.
The Ora 5 is one of Ora’s major models launched after years of relative quiet in the EV market.
Zeekr opens first Zeekr Power charging station in Thailand
As part of Zeekr Power’s initial global expansion phase, Zeekr has opened its first charging station in Thailand, likely also the first across Southeast Asia. The company plans to establish five more Zeekr Power charging stations in the country before the end of this year.
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Mercedes gives preview of the GLB with EQ technology ahead of December unveiling
The upcoming all-electric GLB is currently undergoing final testing. Ahead of the presentation announced for early December, Mercedes has now released the first official information and images of the family SUV. Read more…
Leapmotor to launch Ultra version of Lafa 5 in Q2 2026
The Ultra version of Lafa 5 will deliver a more advanced driving experience at a higher price point.
The Lafa 5’s pre-sales starting price is RMB 105,800 ($14,860), with its official launch set for November 28.
Audi downsizes luxury electric model lineup in Australia
Following a ‘strategic realignment’, Audi Australia is ditching plans to launch the all-electric A6 e-tron and S6 e-tron range in Australia. The strategy is still subject to reevaluation, but it seems clear that Audi wants to profit more from internal combustion models for the time being. Read more…
Major shakeup at Tesla as leaders of Model Y program also exits
A second Tesla program manager announced their departure from the company. The senior leader responsible for the best-selling Tesla Model Y followed the Cybertruck leader in stepping down, marking the end of eight-year career at the company. The first departure came from Siddhant Awasthi, the Program Manager for both the Cybertruck and the long-running Model 3. Awasthi concluded an eight-year… Read more…
ZeroAvia & Hybrid Air Vehicles to cooperate on hydrogen aircraft
ZeroAvia and Hybrid Air Vehicles have signed a memorandum of understanding to collaborate on the development of a hydrogen-electric variant of the Airlander 10 airship. Read more…
Keba secures major contract from EO Charging
Austrian charging hardware manufacturer Keba and British charging infrastructure operator EO Charging have entered into a strategic partnership to deliver large-scale charging infrastructure for logistics and transport fleets across Europe – using Keba hardware and following a defined expansion plan. Read more…
More Americans Want EVs, Despite The End Of The Tax Credit
The number of people who say they are “very likely” to consider a new EV was up last month, and there is one big reason for that. Lire la suite…
China NEV retail at 265,000 in Nov 1-9, down 5% year-on-year
From November 1-9, China’s total passenger vehicle retail sales came in at 415,000 units, down 19 percent year-on-year.
The retail penetration rate of NEVs in China was 64 percent from November 1 to 9, and 52.9 percent year-to-date.
Nio to report Q3 2025 earnings on Nov 25
In the third quarter, Nio delivered a record 87,071 vehicles, within its guidance range of 87,000 to 91,000 units.
Nio previously guided third-quarter revenue of between RMB 21.81 billion ($3.05 billion) and RMB 22.88 billion.
China reaches new EV records in October
China achieved another record month in sales of electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids. Both total New Energy Vehicle sales and battery-electric vehicle volumes reached new highs. Read more…
Subaru deprioritises electric models and increases focus on hybrids
Subaru will reduce its investment in electric vehicles and redirect more resources towards hybrid models. Although the planned electric SUVs developed jointly with Toyota will continue, Subaru is reviewing the timeline for the in-house development of further electric models. Read more…
Tesla releases confusing hint about launching in Colombia
Tesla has released a confusing hint that appears to tease a launch in Colombia, which would be Tesla’s second market in South America. Read more…
2025 Guangzhou auto show to begin on Nov 21, 93 new models set to debut
Domestic automakers including Nio, Xpeng, Xiaomi EV, and Li Auto, alongside international brands such as BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and Audi, will participate.
The total number of vehicles on display will be 1,085, with NEVs accounting for 629 units, or 58 percent.
