NEVs continue to dominate China’s passenger vehicle market, with the retail penetration rate reaching 58.9% from May 1 to 17. Read more…
All-electric Mercedes-AMG GT 4-door coupe is the company’s most powerful car yet
The performance division of Mercedes-Benz has officially entered a new chapter by pulling the wraps off its new flagship sedan. The all-electric Mercedes-AMG GT 4-Door Coupe promises to completely redefine how car buyers view high-performance electric cars. A few global automakers are scaling back their electrification plans, but AMG is moving ahead with a direct electric replacement for its ICE-powered… Read more…
Study highlights potential of solar modules on vehicle roofs
In the SolarMoves pilot project, five partners concluded that a passenger car with a large roof area in Central Europe can cover up to 55% of its energy demand independently. In Southern Europe, the potential rises to as much as 80%. The research team believes the technology could offer particularly strong benefits for the logistics sector. Read more…
Peugeot opens UK order books for revised E-408
Peugeot has revealed UK pricing and specifications for the revised 408 range, including the fully electric E-408. The electric fastback starts at £34,195. Read more…
EIB loans billion-euro sum for Hamburg’s distribution grid and electric buses
The European Investment Bank (EIB) is providing Hamburger Energienetze (HNE) with funds of up to one billion euros for the modernisation of the German harbour city’s electricity distribution grid. Verkehrsbetriebe Hamburg-Holstein (VHH) will also receive approximately 125 million euros from the EIB for electric buses. Read more…
SAIC Audi sets May 29 launch for AUDI E7X SUV, dropping premium pricing
The model began pre-sales on May 8, with a starting price of 289,800 yuan, significantly lower than the AUDI team’s initial plan. Read more…
Electric powerhouse: Mercedes-AMG unveils GT 4-Door Coupé
Mercedes-AMG has unveiled the all-electric GT 4-Door Coupé with up to 860 kW of output and a peak charging capacity of more than 600 kW. Orders for the high-performance model will open in the coming days, initially with the GT 63 and GT 55 powertrain variants. Read more…
SVOLT to start semi-solid-state battery production in September
SVOLT plans to start series production of semi-solid-state batteries in September. CEO Yang Hongxin said fully solid-state batteries remain far from commercialisation. Read more…
Autel Energy Europe highlights integrated charging solutions for growing infrastructure demands
As charging infrastructure demand continues to grow across Europe, operators are facing increasing requirements around reliability, operational efficiency, and deployment flexibility. At the Amsterdam summit, Autel Energy Europe presented the latest developments across its MaxiCharger AC and DC charging portfolio, including all-in-one and distributed charging solutions, alongside software and service capabilities. Read more…
Stellantis to Propel Dongfeng’s Voyah Brand to Breakthrough in Europe
Shortly after announcing their expanded collaboration in China, automakers Stellantis and Dongfeng have also unveiled plans for an intensive partnership in Europe. At the heart of this partnership is Dongfeng’s Voyah brand. In the future, Dongfeng vehicles will also be manufactured at Stellantis’ plant in Rennes. Read more…
Einride L4 autonomous electric semi truck gets real – in Ohio
After a successful pilot in Europe, Swedish AI logistics firm Einride is deploying its SAE Level 4 autonomous electric semi trucks in the US, connecting EASE Logistics warehouses in Marysville, Ohio as part of the DriveOhio Truck Automation Corridor Project. Read more…
Stellantis, Dongfeng plan European joint venture to sell Voyah EVs
Stellantis will hold a 51% stake in the new joint venture and lead the sales and localized production of the Voyah brand in Europe. Read more…
Malta adds 40 electric buses and launches autonomous shuttle trials
Malta Public Transport will add 40 electric buses to its fleet under a €14 million investment programme. Simultaneously, the country will kick off autonomous electric shuttle trials next month as part of a pilot project co-financed by the European Union. Read more…
Xiaomi reportedly plans ‘Sky Nomad’ sub-brand with range extender models
Chinese EV manufacturer Xiaomi apparently plans to introduce a sub-brand called “Sky Nomad,” which will offer vehicles equipped with range extenders. The first model is said to be a large SUV developed under the codename Kunlun N3, and it is expected to officially launch in the second half of 2026. Read more…
I Drove The 2027 Volvo EX60 And Think It’s The Best Volvo Ever. All Because It’s Electric.
Volvo’s focus on minimalist luxury has always been a natural fit with EVs. With the EX60, the company finally sticks the landing. Read More…
The Volvo EX60 Can ‘See’ The World And Chat With You About It
The EX60’s built-in cameras can work directly with Google’s Gemini AI model to analyze buildings and street signs. Read More…
Xiaomi CEO says new YU7 GT SUV will be ‘a bit expensive’
Xiaomi’s Lei Jun said the YU7 GT is designed for the elites of the era. Read more…
2027 Volvo EX60 First Drive: Volvo starts over on EVs with midsize SUV
Volvo’s 2027 EX60 midsize EV SUV offers 300+ miles range, new cell-to-pack battery, and advanced design, expanding Volvo’s electric lineup. Read more…
IEA: Global EV sales headed for another record year despite the slowdown
According to the International Energy Agency’s (IEA) new Global EV Outlook, electric car sales are expected to hit 23 million in 2026, making up nearly 30% of all new cars sold worldwide. That comes after EV sales topped 20 million in 2025, up 20% year over year, with 1 in 4 new cars sold globally now electric. Read more…
BYD Fang Cheng Bao hits 400,000 sales milestone despite production snags
The sales milestone comes as BYD faces production delays and capacity struggles due to its second-generation Blade Battery technology upgrade. Read more…
