China’s commerce ministry rejected voluntary export restrictions on hybrids, saying any solution between China and the EU must comply with WTO rules. Read more…
BMW iX3 production goes non-stop as it received 100,000 orders already
BMW has announced that it’s added a third shift to its plant in Debrecen, Hungary, for the production of the iX3. This comes after the second shift was added in February. So now, the factory is churning out iX3s left and right on a non-stop 24/7 schedule. This represents the fastest production ramp-up for any new BMW Group plant. And… Read more…
Grab to expand its autonomous vehicle fleet in Singapore to 50 units
Singapore-based Grab, best known for its ride-hailing and food-delivery ‘super app’ in Southeast Asia, has announced plans to expand its autonomous vehicle fleet in its home market to 50 units. By 2030, the company aims to deploy thousands of AVs across Southeast Asia. Read more…
Helsinki expands EV mandate to vans and minibuses
Helsinki is gradually phasing out combustion engines in its municipal fleet – and, following passenger cars, the Finnish capital will now focus on pure EVs where procurement of its transporters and minibuses are concerned. Stricter requirements will also apply to companies that transport people or goods on behalf of the city. Read more…
DERA LIVES! House votes to fund Diesel Emissions Reduction Act through 2029
This week, the US House of Representatives voted overwhelmingly in a bipartisan vote to renew funding for the Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA), passing the measure 343-79 and extending federal funding for cleaner medium- and heavy-duty vehicles through 2029. Read more…
Same Battery Size, Different Range: VW ID. Polo Takes On Renault 5
On a highway-heavy European road trip, the electric Polo used less energy per mile and needed less time to charge. Read More…
BYD launches Denza Z9GT in Thailand, bringing flash charging to local market
The Denza Z9GT brings flash charging and BYD’s second-generation Blade Battery to Thailand for the first time. Read more…
Xpeng to offer its technology to additional manufacturers beyond Volkswagen
Chinese electric car manufacturer Xpeng reportedly plans to offer its platforms and software solutions to other foreign automotive groups in the future. In addition to its existing cooperation with Volkswagen, the company aims to tap into new revenue streams. Read more…
Quantron and HyperView establish joint venture in China
Quantron and Chinese technology company HyperView have agreed to establish a new joint venture. Quantron China will develop a platform for battery-electric and hydrogen-powered commercial vehicles, with Foxconn joining as an industrial manufacturing partner. Read more…
Solid-state batteries: Factorial leverages Japanese electrolyte expertise
Battery developer Factorial Energy has formed a strategic partnership with Japanese company Mitsui Kinzoku to accelerate the industrialization of one of its solid-state battery platforms. Mitsui Kinzoku is a manufacturer of solid sulfphide-based electrolytes. Read more…
BMW’s New iX3 Factory Is Now Running Non-Stop As Orders Top 100,000
It’s the fastest production ramp-up of any BMW plant to date. Read More…
The Mercedes GLC Electric Drove 393 Miles Mostly On Highways With One Quick Charge
Its calculated range was only 273 miles of mostly highway driving. A single lunch charging stop helped it cover nearly 400. Read More…
CATL, DHL sign new pact to advance road freight electrification in Europe
The cooperation covers electric trucks, charging infrastructure and battery swapping pilots to help cut emissions from European road freight. Read more…
BMW intensifies production in Hungary amid high iX3 demand
BMW has increased production of the iX3 at its Debrecen plant from two to three shifts this month -effectively moving to round-the-clock manufacturing. The reason is high demand: BMW has stated that 100,000 orders for the iX3 have already been placed in Europe alone. Read more…
Lies, Özdemir and Söder demand greater support for the automotive industry
In a joint position paper, the state premiers of Baden-Württemberg, Bavaria, and Lower Saxony are calling on the federal government and the EU to take concrete measures to secure the competitiveness of the German automotive industry. Read more…
EV Charging Just Got Easier On One Of The Fastest-Growing Networks In The U.S.
After a quick initial setup, Red E Charge customers can ditch the smartphone app and leave the credit card at home. Read More…
Li Auto reportedly joins Nio and Xpeng in pursuing revenue from technology sales
Li Auto is moving to operate its chip and silicon carbide businesses independently and seek external customers, with some units planning to bring in outside capital. Read more…
Brussels wants China to lower PHEV exports or face tariffs
History very rarely repeats itself with the exact same script, but sometimes it does rent the same house. Back in the eighties, European and American markets were sweating over Japanese manufacturing, leading to export limits that dictated how many cars could cross oceans. Today, global trade is at it once more – this time the epicenter is Beijing, and the… Read more…
The Best Rivian R2 Colors Are Now Up For Grabs In The Configurator
Two new exterior shades and a new, lighter interior are now available for the mid-size electric SUV. Read More…
The Bronx will be breathing a little easier with new Volvo VNR Electric [update]
New York City’s largest food rescue organization is helping Bronx residents breathe a little bit easier with the recent acquisition and upcoming deployment of three brand-new, zero emission Volvo VNR Electric semi trucks. Read more…
