As is well known, Ford has halted production of its all-electric pickup, the F-150 Lightning. Now, a high-ranking manager from the electric vehicle startup Rivian is generating significant attention on LinkedIn—by recommending Rivian’s R1T as an alternative for Ford customers whose orders were canceled. Read more…
GM’s CEO Issues Warning Over Cheap Chinese EVs In North America
Plus, AI data centers are expected to fuel the next auto chip shortage, and BYD is going on an all-out international assault. Lire la suite…
Electric cars gained ground in 2025 as hybrids took the lead
The 2025 European car sales data shows a strong shift in what drivers want. Last year, new car registrations in the European Union grew by 1.8%. There’s no doubt that more people are buying cars than in 2024, but the total number of sales still hasn’t reached the levels seen before the pandemic. What we can see for the first… Read more…
AEM gains additional development partner for rare-earth-free electric motors
UK startup Advanced Electric Machines (AEM) specialises in electric motors without rare earth metals. After securing its first development deal with a supplier in autumn, AEM now announced another contract with ‘a leading partner in the automotive industry.’ Read more…
India: BYD explores localising additional models amid rising demand
With rising demand putting pressure on its import-led passenger car business in India, BYD is reassessing its current strategy. The company is considering increasing localisation, nearly two years after the country rejected its manufacturing proposal worth $1 billion. Read more…
America’s EV Fast-Charging Network Just Had Its Biggest Year Ever
Led by private companies, America’s EV fast-charging network grew 30% in its strongest year ever. Lire la suite…
Avatr rolls off 1st right-hand drive Avatr 07 SUVs, to ship to Thailand
Avatr officially entered the Thai market in September 2024, launching the Avatr 11 SUV as its first model in the country.
The Avatr 07 currently starts at RMB 219,900 ($31,660) in China.
Ford Explorer and Capri receive new LFP battery option
Ford Europe has announced improvements for the Explorer and Capri. Both MEB models now offer increased range and performance thanks to a new LFP battery and an enhanced electric motor—a preview of updates for the MEB series across the Volkswagen Group. Read more…
Ford Explorer and Capri receive new LFP battery option
Ford Europe has announced improvements for the Explorer and Capri. Both MEB models now offer increased range and performance thanks to a new LFP battery and an enhanced electric motor—a preview of updates for the MEB series across the Volkswagen Group. Read more…
Arriva orders Yutong electric buses for East Brabant
Public transport operator Arriva will deploy a total of 167 new electric buses in the Dutch region of East Brabant starting in December 2026. In addition to the 39 electric buses from Irizar, this includes 128 electric buses from the Chinese manufacturer Yutong. Read more…
Arriva orders Yutong electric buses for East Brabant
Public transport operator Arriva will deploy a total of 167 new electric buses in the Dutch region of East Brabant starting in December 2026. In addition to the 39 electric buses from Irizar, this includes 128 electric buses from the Chinese manufacturer Yutong. Read more…
China issues 1st mandatory standard for driver assist systems, mandating AEB as standard in light vehicles
The standard takes effect January 1, 2028, requiring AEB systems to be standard in light vehicles rather than optional as before.
AEB systems continuously monitor the vehicle’s forward driving environment in real time, helping prevent collisions or mitigate their severity.
UK: Electric Freightway launches with first public eHGV hubs
Gridserve has opened the UK’s first public, turn-up-and-charge electric truck hubs at Extra Baldock and Moto Exeter. The sites mark the start of the company’s Electric Freightway, a nationwide network to support zero-emission freight operations. Read more…
DAF expands electric truck range with additional axle configurations
DAF Trucks is expanding its range of fully electric trucks to include 6×2, 6×4, and 8×4 versions for specialised applications and the construction industry. The new tractor units and trucks are available for both the XD and XF Electric, as well as the new XG and XG+ Electric. Read more…
DAF expands electric truck range with additional axle configurations
DAF Trucks is expanding its range of fully electric trucks to include 6×2, 6×4, and 8×4 versions for specialised applications and the construction industry. The new tractor units and trucks are available for both the XD and XF Electric, as well as the new XG and XG+ Electric. Read more…
Charging offensive in Scandinavia: Kempower and Plugit join forces
Finnish companies Kempower and Plugit are joining forces to expand the charging infrastructure for electric cars and electric trucks in the Nordic countries. As part of the deal, Plugit will procure turnkey Kempower charging solutions—for its own charging parks and for third-party customers. Read more…
Charging offensive in Scandinavia: Kempower and Plugit join forces
Finnish companies Kempower and Plugit are joining forces to expand the charging infrastructure for electric cars and electric trucks in the Nordic countries. As part of the deal, Plugit will procure turnkey Kempower charging solutions—for its own charging parks and for third-party customers. Read more…
Autonomous shuttles: Holon strengthens its leadership team
Benteler subsidiary Holon is expanding its leadership team to commercialize its autonomous electric shuttle, the Holon Mover. New additions include Martin Lischka and Jonas Seyfferth, with a focus on market entry and international growth. Read more…
Autonomous shuttles: Holon strengthens its leadership team
Benteler subsidiary Holon is expanding its leadership team to commercialize its autonomous electric shuttle, the Holon Mover. New additions include Martin Lischka and Jonas Seyfferth, with a focus on market entry and international growth. Read more…
Nissan turns to the sun to give the Ariya EV a range boost
It’s no surprise to anyone that electric cars need a plug and a socket to keep moving. Nissan decided that maybe it’s time to try something different. To celebrate Clean Energy Day, the automaker showed off a special version of its Ariya. This new concept car uses the sun to help fill up its battery. By adding solar panels to… Read more…
