The Chair of Production Engineering of E-Mobility Components (PEM) at RWTH Aachen University, in collaboration with industry partner Suragus, is researching a new method for characterizing slurries. The measurement aims to capture the electrical conductivity, homogeneity, and particle distribution of the pastes. Read more…
India: PM Modi flags off 225 electric buses in four cities
In a fresh push to advance clean public transport in India, PM Narendra Modi virtually flagged off 225 electric buses on 14 February. The new electric buses form part of the 10,000 units that the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) plans to deploy under the PM e-Bus Sewa Scheme. Read more…
Rivian’s Electric Van Is Finally Getting Big Updates
The California EV startup wants to give its electric van more power and range. Lire la suite…
The all-electric AUDI E7X prepares for its big debut
German car giant Audi is doing something very different in China. Instead of using its famous four-ring logo, the company has launched a new brand simply called AUDI that uses four capital letters and focuses entirely on electric cars. The latest model to hit the streets for testing is the AUDI E7X, a large and powerful electric SUV that looks… Read more…
HERE optimises EV route planning for the last mile
The mapping and navigation provider Here is expanding its Here Tour Planning solution with new features. The latest enhancements for Here Tour Planning aim to support transport and logistics providers in electrifying last-mile delivery. Read more…
Serbia launches new EV incentive programme
Serbia is resuming its electric vehicle subsidy program, which was interrupted in August 2025. The scheme will not only support passenger cars but also mopeds, motorcycles, three-wheelers, quad bikes, and delivery vans. However, the budget remains modest, at approximately €1.5 million, similar to the previous year. Read more…
Turntide’s new axial flux drive unit delivers up to 700 kW peak in a stackable package
Turntide Technologies has unveiled a modular axial flux electric drive unit (EDU) that integrates motor, inverter and gearing with shared cooling in a single package. The company says the axial flux design delivers 53% higher torque density than a comparable radial flux motor in 58% less volume and at 37% less weight. The platform supports… Read more…
Shift2Zero: Advancing electric light commercial vehicles in urban logistics
In the EU-funded Shift2Zero project, 30 partners from ten countries are developing lightweight electric commercial vehicles that are even better suited to urban logistics tasks than before. For example, they are expected to offer multi-temperature cargo spaces. Prototype tests are planned in six major EU cities, including Oslo and Thessaloniki. Read more…
Dachser deploys BYD electric trucks
Dachser, a logistics provider operating across Europe that has long used electric trucks, has deployed two electric trucks from Chinese manufacturer BYD for the first time. The vehicles are the ETM6 model, a 7.5-tonne truck designed for last-mile delivery. Read more…
Hubject enters partnership with US company PowerFlex
US-based company PowerFlex is now the largest charging station operator in Hubject’s Plug&Charge network, with over 5,000 integrated charging devices for fleet electric vehicles to date. At the same time, according to Hubject, the milestone of one million Plug&Charge-capable vehicles across North America has been surpassed. Read more…
Amazon’s Rivian Electric Van Fleet Jumped 50% In 2025
The California-based EV startup has to deliver 100,000 electric vans to the American e-commerce giant by 2030. Lire la suite…
Mercedes recalls EQA and EQB in China due to battery fire risk
The battery issues with the EQA and EQB are now also affecting Mercedes in China. The local joint venture Beijing Benz is recalling 19,481 locally produced electric vehicles of the EQA and EQB series in China due to a fire risk posed by the high-voltage batteries. However, China is implementing a different measure in response compared to Europe. Read more…
Stellantis revives several diesel models in Europa
Stellantis is reportedly reviving diesel versions of at least seven car and van models in Europe, according to an analysis of dealer websites—despite previously phasing them out. Read more…
Karma Automotive validates solid-state battery cells from Factorial
Karma Automotive is considering integrating Factorial Energy’s solid-state battery technology into its next-generation vehicle platform. It will kick things off with the all-electric Karma Kaveya, a super sports car planned for late 2027. Read more…
Hyundai brand Genesis launches in France
Hyundai’s premium brand Genesis has arrived in France. Following Germany, the UK, Switzerland, and the recent launch in Italy, France will be the fifth European market where Genesis is active. The focus at launch is on three fully electric models. Read more…
DHL Supply Chain opens 20th Centre of Excellence for Electric Vehicles
The logistics service provider DHL Supply Chain has expanded its global network of electric vehicle competence centers with a new location in Slovakia. The modern warehouse in Senec offers comprehensive logistics solutions for lithium-ion batteries, EV components, and the entire electric mobility ecosystem. Read more…
Hyundai brand Genesis launches in France
Hyundai’s premium brand Genesis has arrived in France. Following Germany, the UK, Switzerland, and the recent launch in Italy, France will be the fifth European market where Genesis is active. The focus at launch is on three fully electric models. Read more…
DHL Supply Chain opens 20th Centre of Excellence for Electric Vehicles
The logistics service provider DHL Supply Chain has expanded its global network of electric vehicle competence centers with a new location in Slovakia. The modern warehouse in Senec offers comprehensive logistics solutions for lithium-ion batteries, EV components, and the entire electric mobility ecosystem. Read more…
Tesla brings Model Y Long Range RWD to the UK
After introducing the Model Y Long Range RWD in other European markets earlier this year, the variant has now arrived in the UK. There, the scaled-back Model Y Standard sells from £44,990, undercutting its predecessor by £4,000. Read more…
Here are the best electric bikes you can buy at every price level in February 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…
