The bZ7, Toyota’s new flagship EV in China, may be its most advanced vehicle yet. After launching for under $22,000, the luxury electric sedan secured 3,100 orders within its first hour. Read more…
Another Tesla Cybercab production leader leaves as exodus continues
Mark Lupkey, the manufacturing operations leader who oversaw Cybercab assembly and end-of-line ramp at Giga Texas, has announced his departure from Tesla. He is the third senior leader directly involved in bringing the Cybercab to production to leave the company in just over a month. Read more…
Kia’s most affordable EV launches with big ambitions
The EV2 is now available to order in Europe, with the first customer deliveries starting next month. Kia opened EV2 orders last week at lower prices than expected. Read more…
BYD’s new EV is luring in buyers with 5 minute charging and prices starting at $22,000
BYD launched the Song Ultra EV in China, starting at just under $22,000. The new EV is one of the first to be equipped with its Blade Battery and Flash Charging, enabling recharge times in as little as 5 minutes. Read more…
ChargeUp’s 2026 cohort adds 10 battery and energy storage startups to New Energy New York accelerator
Zenobē set to double the number of Australian electric trucks
The UK-based electric fleet leasing company Zenobē has announced a $100 million AUD investment in Australia. It hopes to more than double the current number of 1000 electric trucks in Australia by the end of 2026. Read more…
Verne robotaxi service partners with Uber and Pony.ai for launch
Rimac-owned Verne is set to launch a commercial robotaxi service in Europe with Uber and Pony.ai. This will launch in the Croatian capital of Zagreb, where road tests by Pony.ai partner Arcfox are underway. Read more…
EU Council adopts relaxed CO₂ targets for HGV manufacturers
The relaxation of CO2 requirements for truck manufacturers, previously approved by the EU Parliament, has now also been adopted by the Council. The regulation will be published in the EU’s Official Journal and will come into force 20 days later. Read more…
Google Maps Is Bringing EV Route Planning To Android Auto
The feature will take the guesswork out of planning an EV road trip for over 350 models across at least 15 brands. Lire la suite…
VW begins pre-sales in China for ID. ERA 9X SUV, its first extended-range model
The ID. ERA 9X marks Volkswagen’s shift toward a technology it once deemed outdated, in response to Chinese consumer preferences.
The large SUV features an 800-volt architecture and a 65.2-kWh battery, delivering a pure electric range of over 400 kilometers.
BMW reveals a longer and smarter iX3 for the Chinese market
Europe and the rest of the world are getting excited by the new iX3, but BMW shared the first look at its iX3 Long Wheelbase version. This vehicle is unique because BMW only plans to sell it in China. Drivers in Europe and the United States get a standard iX3, but the Chinese version is built to be bigger and… Read more…
Dobbe Transport receives eActros 600 delivery
Dutch logistics company Dobbe Transport is now using a Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 for general cargo transport in the Benelux region. This vehicle joins a first-generation eActros 300, which the company has been using for some time. Read more…
CALB manufactures batteries for Aridge
Chinese battery manufacturer CALB has commenced series production of its battery system for Aridge at its Chengdu plant. Aridge, the flying car division of Xpeng, will use these batteries in the Land Aircraft Carrier. Read more…
The Chevy Silverado EV Is A Great Truck. Here’s Why This YouTuber Is Selling His
The huge battery and comfortable ride make the Silverado EV one of the best tow vehicles out there. The problem is with the dealer. Lire la suite…
Coop electrifies logistics in Sweden’s Uppland region
The supermarket chain Coop is in the process of transitioning the logistics for supplying its food stores in Sweden’s Uppland region entirely to electric vehicles. Their technology partner, Einride—a specialist in electrifying regional transport networks—is assisting in this effort. Read more…
Škoda Peaq achieves over 600 kilometres of range
Škoda has provided a first glimpse of its upcoming large electric SUV, the Peaq, and revealed some key details. The Czech VW brand’s flagship electric model is nearly 4.90 meters long and will be available in three drivetrain versions. Read more…
Sales launch for Mercedes eArocs 400 construction truck
Mercedes-Benz Trucks has launched sales of its electric eArocs 400. At the time of writing, the small-series model can be ordered in 13 EU markets. Production of the base vehicle will begin at the Mercedes-Benz plant in Wörth in the third quarter of 2026, followed by the integration of the electric drivetrain by the Paul Group. Read more…
Croatia funds 127 charging stations for electric buses
The Croatian Ministry of Economy has approved €12.3 million for twelve electric bus charging projects in a dozen cities. A total of 127 charging stations for e-buses will be set up in Split, Varazdin, Virovitica, Križevci, Krapina, Rijeka, Ludbreg, Šibenik, Osijek, Sisak, Pula, and Dubrovnik using these funds. Read more…
Europe’s New Big Electric SUV Solves A Problem American Families Know Well
The upcoming Skoda Peaq is a three-row electric SUV with a huge cargo area and a ‘Relaxation Package.’ Lire la suite…
China semi-solid battery adoption expands to light trucks on CALB launch
Semi-solid-state batteries are expanding into the light truck market as CALB launches a 400 Wh/kg product.
The battery supports 2C fast charging, capable of boosting power from 30% to 80% in 15 minutes.
