At the Brussels Motor Show in early January, Opel unveiled the facelift of the Astra series, including the Astra Sports Tourer. The Astra Electric receives several visual updates, a slightly increased range, and additional features. Read more…
De Lijn secures up to 500 electric buses from Daimler Buses
The Flemish transport company De Lijn has signed a new framework agreement for up to 500 electric buses with Daimler Buses. Simultaneously, De Lijn has ordered over 80 e-buses from Daimler Buses, as well as 268 e-buses with a length of 12 meters from BYD Europe. Read more…
Nio brand Firefly expands its reach in Europe
Nio has introduced its Firefly brand to additional European markets. The first units were recently handed over to buyers in Denmark and Greece. Previously, Firefly debuted in Norway, the Netherlands, Belgium, and Austria. Read more…
De Lijn secures up to 500 electric buses from Daimler Buses
The Flemish transport company De Lijn has signed a new framework agreement for up to 500 electric buses with Daimler Buses. Simultaneously, De Lijn has ordered over 80 e-buses from Daimler Buses, as well as 268 e-buses with a length of 12 meters from BYD Europe. Read more…
Germany: BVG marks the topping-out of its new electric bus depot
Berlin’s public transport operator BVG is constructing two new e-bus depots. It has now announced the topping-out ceremony for the Treptow depot. There, the BVG is building parking and charging facilities for around 220 buses. Read more…
Xiaomi expands electric vehicle lineup
Xiaomi plans to introduce three new electric models. One of these is the start of an entirely new series, while the other two are derived from the existing SU7 and YU7 models. One of the premieres is also expected to be relevant for Europe. Read more…
Xiaomi expands electric vehicle lineup
Xiaomi plans to introduce three new electric models. One of these is the start of an entirely new series, while the other two are derived from the existing SU7 and YU7 models. One of the premieres is also expected to be relevant for Europe. Read more…
DHL tests electric trucks across Africa amid infrastructure challenges
DHL Supply Chain is accelerating its shift towards electric transport solutions in Africa through pilot projects and partnerships. Managing Director Bremer Pauw outlines how the company is navigating regulatory, infrastructure and commercial barriers while proving that sustainable logistics can work on the continent. Read more…
DHL tests electric trucks across Africa amid infrastructure challenges
DHL Supply Chain is accelerating its shift towards electric transport solutions in Africa through pilot projects and partnerships. Managing Director Bremer Pauw outlines how the company is navigating regulatory, infrastructure and commercial barriers while proving that sustainable logistics can work on the continent. Read more…
XPeng G6 arrives in the UK with super-fast charging
Following the brand’s entry into the UK market in February 2025, XPeng’s popular G6 SUV is getting a complete overhaul, in the hope of attracting drivers who want advanced technology but don’t want to sacrifice practicality. The new G6 steps onto the stage as a serious contender, especially for buyers looking for an all-electric vehicle that handles the unpredictable realities… Read more…
Volvo adds 14-tonne variant to FL Electric range
Volvo Trucks has introduced a new electric truck variant for the medium-duty class. The Volvo FL Electric is now also available as a 14-tonne model with wheelbases ranging from 3.8 to 6.5 meters. Production is scheduled to begin in the second half of 2026. We have taken a look at the technical specifications known so far. Read more…
Xpeng CEO revisits Tesla FSD in Silicon Valley 1 year later, here’s his take
Xpeng CEO gave Tesla’s FSD V14.2 high praise, saying it has reached a near-Level 4 of reassuring experience.
Xpeng aims for its VLA system to achieve the performance of FSD V14.2 within China by August 30, 2026.
Grab to deploy a fleet of Maxus MIFA 9 in Indonesia
Singapore-based ride-hailing and food delivery giant Grab is planning to deploy 50 units of the Maxus MIFA 9 in Indonesia. It will use these electric MPVs for its new GrabExecutive service. Read more…
India: Mahindra expands bespoke EV line-up after first-year success
Building on the strong momentum of the BE 6 and XEV 9e from last year, Mahindra has expanded its bespoke EV line-up with the launch of the XEV 9S. The new model is India’s first locally manufactured three-row electric SUV. Read more…
MOKE launches its 50 MPH open-top electric fun-mobiles in California
Iconic British brand Moke International is officially landing in California, bringing a splash of retro style and electric fun to the West Coast with the launch of its California Collection. The medium-speed, open-air electric vehicles – reminiscent of classic beach buggies – are now street-legal in the state, with reservation deposits now open.. Read more…
How To Watch Rivian’s Autonomy And AI Day Event
Rivian has big ambitions, including point-to-point driverless rides and an AI assistant. Watch the livestream here. Lire la suite…
India: TGSRTC deploys 65 electric city buses in Hyderabad
Aiming to make public transport in the city cleaner, the Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TGSRTC) has flagged off 65 electric buses in Hyderabad, a major metropolis in South India, on Wednesday. Olectra Greentech Ltd., a subsidiary of Megha Engineering and Infrastructures Ltd. (MEIL), has produced these electric buses. Read more…
China Nov NEV sales set fresh record at 1.823 million units, CAAM data show
China’s NEV exports surged 260 percent year-on-year in November to a record 300,000 units.
November BEV sales hit a record 1,170,000 units, surpassing the one-million-unit mark for the third consecutive month.
Opel Astra facelift brings new look and better range
The SUV is king of the road in Europe, dominating sales charts and making life tough for the classic hatchback. Yet, the appeal of a sleek, practical compact car refuses to die. Opel has an extensive lineup of popular crossovers, but the brand knows that the humble hatchback still matters. That is why the sixth-generation Opel Astra, which debuted in… Read more…
Changan Deepal adds new variants to S07 SUV with longer range
The new S07 variants feature a 630-km range and come standard with Huawei’s Qiankun ADS SE smart driving system.
This comes less than three months after the updated S07’s launch, just as Deepal reached its cumulative delivery milestone of 700,000 cars.
