In less than a year, Renault’s new CEO François Provost has reversed many decisions made by his predecessor, Luca de Meo. As a result, his new strategic plan, futuREady, was highly anticipated. The majority of the announced European models will be electric, but hybrids will also continue to play a major role. Read more…
Mercedes in talks to share South African factory with GWM, report says
Representatives for GWM have presented a production proposal to South African officials, outlining the company’s interest in producing vehicles in the country.
The potential move follows Chery’s recent agreement to acquire a Nissan production facility in the country.
Kinetic to deploy 165 electric buses in Auckland
Transit operator Kinetic has secured all four units of Auckland Transport’s Tranche 3 bus services tender, worth 755 million NZD (384.6 million euros). The contract will see the operator invest more than 121 million NZD (€61.6 million) in electric buses and charging infrastructure. Read more…
BYD sub-brand Linghui to also feature flash-charging tech
Linghui said in a teaser video that the Linghui e7 will be equipped with BYD’s latest flash-charging technology, enabling it to be nearly fully charged in 9 minutes.
The Linghui e7 is a sedan built on BYD’s existing Sealion 06 EV platform.
This Georgia city may have opened the first city‑branded Tesla Supercharger
A city in Georgia may have just launched something the EV charging world hasn’t seen before: a city-branded Tesla Supercharger station. Read more…
Can EVs help solve the affordability crisis? Dave Thomas from CDK talks it out
As the average transaction price of a new car creeps towards $55,000, a coming wave of low mile, off-lease EVs with massive depreciation could help car dealers solve the affordability crisis, combat sticker shock, and move more units. CDK’s David Thomas talks us through it on today’s surprisingly affordable episode of Quick Charge. Read more…
43 GW: Solar tops new US power for the 5th year in a row
The US installed 43 gigawatts (GW) of new solar capacity in 2025, marking the fifth straight year that solar has been the largest source of new power added to the grid. Read more…
Geely Galaxy teases tech-hardcore SUV as global naming begins
Geely Galaxy has teased its first tech-hardcore SUV, designed to compete with luxury models such as the Land Rover Defender.
The off-road model is expected to hit the Chinese market later this year.
Zeekr 8X hybrid SUV set to start pre-sales on Mar 16 ahead of Q2 launch
Zeekr will hold a technology launch event on March 16 for the Zeekr 8X, its second hybrid model.
The new model, featuring a combined power output of over 1,000 kW, marks Zeekr’s further expansion into the premium PHEV market.
Nio sub-brand Onvo drops limited run for L60 Black Knight return
Onvo announced the relaunch of the L60 Black Knight edition, which will no longer be sold in limited quantities like it was last December.
The move aims to boost spring sales alongside new promotional policies after Onvo saw a decline in deliveries last month.
Taseko harvests first copper cathodes at Florence Copper in Arizona
Taseko Mines says it has harvested the first copper cathodes from the newly completed commercial production facility at its Florence Copper operation in Arizona, marking what the company calls the first new US greenfield copper production since 2008. The company had announced startup of Florence Copper’s electrowinning plant in late February. Now it says the… Read more…
Xpeng to kick off VLA 2.0 test drives on Mar 11 as analysts see autonomous driving leap
Xpeng will open VLA 2.0 test drives across 732 stores in China starting March 11.
Analysts view the technology’s rollout as a key driver for Xpeng’s sales recovery.
The 2026 Yangwang U8 gets an updated interior
Yangwang, the luxury arm of the auto giant BYD, shared the first look at the inside of the 2026 Yangwang U8. This SUV is a true powerhouse that mixes off-road toughness with the kind of comfort you usually find in a private jet. It is designed to take on the likes of the Mercedes-Benz G-Class and the Range Rover by… Read more…
CamMotive’s new UK battery lab offers 800 channels, 800 A per cell and 1 MW pack testing
CamMotive has opened a new battery testing lab in Cambridge, UK, with more than 800 high-current cell-cycling channels and the ability to deliver up to 800 A per cell. The company says the facility is aimed at speeding development and validation of next-generation batteries for automotive and other high-power applications. According to CamMotive, the lab… Read more…
How PSA tapes optimize battery production
Sponsored by Avery Dennison Performance Tapes. Tapes can simplify complex processes, support robotic assembly, reduce scrap, and more. By Max VanRaaphorst Globally, more than 60 million EVs are now on the road. It’s a number that might have seemed unimaginable just a few years ago. It underscores how EV OEMs have moved beyond needing only… Read more…
The electric Porsche Cayman and Boxster may be alive after all
Back in early February, a rumor claimed Porsche would be axing the electric Cayman and Boxster projects under the leadership of newly appointed CEO Michael Leiters, or at least reconsidering their viability. Now, Porsche Cars Australia Managing Director and CEO Daniel Schmollinger begs to differ. He says the project is very much still alive, and he’s even driven the electric… Read more…
Kia’s electric hot hatch or fastback: Which EV are you buying? [Images]
The Kia EV4 is available as a hatchback and fastback, both of which are due for a GT upgrade. Which one would you choose. Read more…
Chevy is dropping this popular Equinox EV option for the 2026 model year
The Chevy Equinox EV is “America’s most affordable 315+ mile range EV” for a reason, right? For the 2026 model year, buyers will have one less exterior color option to choose from. Read more…
Tesla Opened Its First Semi Truck Megacharger That’s Not At A Tesla Factory
Tesla’s new Megacharger is near Los Angeles and is open to Semi customers. Lire la suite…
Wieland Electric’s new podis power bus system simplifies EV charging infrastructure installation
Wieland Electric will showcase its new podis power bus system for EV infrastructure at the upcoming EV Charging Summit and Expo 2026 in Las Vegas. Wieland’s podis is designed to simplify, accelerate and future-proof EV charging installations. The podis decentralized power distribution system offers a modular, plug-and-play alternative to traditional hard-wired installations. It’s aimed at… Read more…
