The base version of the fourth-generation Twingo remains below the €20,000 mark. While DC charging is becoming more standard across Europe, Italian buyers have to pay extra for a fast charging function and 11 kW AC charging. Read more…
Hyundai teases tough new CRATER Concept for LA Auto Show
Hyundai is getting serious about heading far off the pavement. The company, which already produces adventurous XRT models, is about to reveal a true beast built for rugged terrain. Say hello to the Hyundai CRATER Concept, an extreme off-road show vehicle that promises to take the silent, battery-powered experience of electric cars into the wilderness. Until now, Hyundai’s most rugged… Read more…
World premiere of the Cayenne Electric: Electric addition instead of all-in
Porsche has unveiled its second electric SUV with the new Cayenne. In the Stuttgart-based company’s revised strategy, the Cayenne Electric is no longer the only way forward, but part of a ‘three-pronged drive strategy’ alongside combustion engines and hybrids. But one thing is clear: if you want to drive the most powerful Cayenne, there’s no getting around the new electric model! Read more…
You might not like it, but faster electric bikes can be safer. Here’s why
There’s a popular belief that slower equals safer. The concept is not entirely without merit, but it doesn’t apply universally, and especially not to electric bicycles. Read more…
Milence switches charging rates to country-specific kWh prices
Electric truck charging network operator Milence announced the introduction of a market-oriented pricing model at Solutrans. Country-specific kilowatt-hour prices will apply from 1 January 2026. Until now, Milence has charged a uniform rate for charging electricity in all Eurozone countries. Read more…
Pony.ai reveals fourth generation of autonomous electric trucks
Chinese autonomous vehicle technology specialists Pony.ai have announced a collaboration with Sany Truck and Dongfeng Liuzhou Motor to jointly develop their fourth generation of autonomous trucks. The first fleet deployments are expected in 2026. Read more…
Li Auto plans faster product launches and greater focus on overseas markets in strategy shift, report says
Li Auto acknowledged its slowdown in action during a strategic meeting, planning to speed up its product release pace and expand its overseas market efforts.
Li Auto also admitted underestimating Xiaomi, unexpectedly facing heightened competition in China’s auto market due to the YU7 SUV’s strong sales performance.
Huawei’s One-Fits-All Solution: Powering Every C&I Scenario
Huawei is redefining commercial and industrial (C&I) solar with its One-Fits-All Solution—a complete, end-to-end system covering small, medium, and large-scale applications via the Lite, Pro, and Max offerings. Read more…
Jeep Recon off-road-capable electric SUV to be launched in 2026
The new Recon is not intended to be a well-behaved family SUV, but rather one that can handle rough terrain when needed. 478 kW and 800 Nm of torque promise brisk performance. Jeep states the range as 450 kilometres. Read more…
Waymo’s Autonomous Taxis Are Coming To Five More U.S. Cities
The company has already removed safety operators in Miami, paving the way for fully autonomous rides next year. Lire la suite…
Geely Galaxy launches updated Starship 7 EM-i hybrid SUV starting at $13,470
The 2026 Starship 7 EM-i features upgrades in range and motor performance while priced slightly below its predecessor.
The Starship 7 EM-i is one of Geely’s international models and is already undergoing localized assembly in Indonesia.
Voyah launches Taishan SUV – a flagship loaded with Huawei tech
Voyah, the upscale division of Dongfeng Motor, officially rolled out its newest flagship, the Voyah Taishan, an electric vehicle that arrives ready to challenge the top players in the luxury EV space. With a price range running from RMB 379,900 to RMB 509,900 (or about €45,400 to €60,900), this large SUV is clearly targeting discerning buyers who want a blend… Read more…
Renault Trucks presents new medium-duty electric trucks
Renault Trucks is expanding its range of electric trucks with the E-Tech D12 and D14 models, which are designed for urban distribution transport. The French manufacturer aims to offer electric trucks for all urban applications from 12 to 26 tonnes. Read more…
German retailer Rewe tests autonomous ID. Buzz in daily operations
German grocery retailer Rewe is testing the delivery of groceries to customers using a highly automated vehicle (level 4 autonomous driving) in daily operations in collaboration with Swiss technology startup, Loxo. The modified VW ID. Buzz will be autonomously navigating roads of the city of Bochum in the country’s highly industrial Ruhr Valley for a pilot period of approximately six months. Read more…
Kia PV5 also to be released as chassis cab
Kia unveiled the PV5 Chassis Cab at Solutrans 2025. The first fully electric Kia chassis cab with driver’s cab is now available to order in Germany and complements the PV5’s range of vans and minibuses. Read more…
China NEV retail at 554,000 in Nov 1-16, up 2% year-on-year
From November 1-16, China’s total passenger vehicle retail sales stood at 886,000 units, down 14 percent compared to the same period last year.
NEV retail penetration in China stood at 62.5 percent from November 1 to 16, and 53.13 percent year-to-date.
Tesla Gets Approval To Launch Robotaxi Service In Arizona–Without Safety Monitors
The company received a ride-hailing permit from the state’s Department of Transportation, allowing it to offer paid rides. Lire la suite…
Stellantis becomes last automaker to adopt Tesla’s NACS, and goes global with it
After watching every other major automaker, Ford, GM, Mercedes, Hyundai-Kia, and even the famously cautious Toyota, and just last week Volkswagen, jump ship from the clunky CCS standard to the elegant, proven, and reliable NACS connector, Stellantis was the last major legacy holdout. Read more…
Tesla sues multiple firms in China to recover EV subsidies they failed to qualify for
The Tesla cars purchased by these companies failed to meet subsidy requirements because they did not drive over 20,000 km within two years.
Tesla is suing them to recover subsidy payments ranging from RMB 7,000 to RMB 15,000.
Nio Firefly plans to enter UK and Thailand in 2026
Firefly will enter the UK and Thailand in 2026, expanding its exploration in right-hand drive markets free from punitive tariffs on Chinese EVs.
The UK, Australia, New Zealand, and Southeast Asia are priority markets in the short term, Firefly president said.
