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MAN’s Frederik Zohm: “In the end, it’s all about TCO”

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With a 720 km range, improved aerodynamics, new cell chemistry, and ever higher charging power, MAN is driving the technical development of its electric trucks forward. However, for MAN Executive Board Member for Research & Development Dr. Frederik Zohm, the largest individual performance value does not determine the success of an electric truck. In an interview with electrive at IAA Transportation 2026, he highlights the importance of economic efficiency and the specific use case. Read more…

MG Commercial debuts electric bus range for European public transport

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At IAA Transportation 2026 in Hannover, Sunwin used the show to underline its European ambitions and to present a new electric bus portfolio under its MG Commercial brand. As the commercial vehicle and public transport sectors continue their shift towards low-carbon and increasingly digitalised mobility, the Chinese manufacturer is looking to establish a stronger foothold in Europe. In our interview at the show, Sunwin executives explained the technology behind the new buses, the company’s market-entry strategy and why they believe now is the right time to expand in Europe. Read more…

The reborn Nissan PIXO could be the urban EV we actually need

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Who remembers the original Nissan Pixo? Back in 2009, it arrived as a rebadged Suzuki Alto assembled in Delhi: a cheap, bare-bones box powered by a buzzy 1.0-liter three-cylinder engine. It was transport in its purest, least romantic sense – an appliance designed to get budget-conscious commuters from point A to point B without emptying their wallets. Thirteen years after… Read more…