Audi has unveiled the Nuvolari, a limited-edition super sports car with a high-performance hybrid drivetrain, restricted to 499 units, combining a V8 biturbo engine with three electric motors and set to become the brand’s most powerful production vehicle with a system output of 736 kW, with deliveries expected to begin in the first half of 2027. Read more…

The EU’s car package may not be finalised until 2027, as Members of the European Parliament continue to debate the specifics of the regulations. One of the key issues is the Social Democrats’ demand for a significantly stricter electric vehicle quota for company car fleets than that proposed by the European Commission. Read more…

Nissan, the University of Oxford and battery material manufacturer Gelion are launching the research project “Cost-effective, Resilient Solid-state Li–S (CoRe-SoLiS)” this month. The project aims to develop a solid-state lithium-sulphur battery with high charging power, energy density and lifespan. Read more…

Prague has transitioned its largest municipal charging hub into regular operation. In the city’s ninth district (Praha 9), up to 161 vehicles can now charge simultaneously at a single location, primarily via AC chargers, but also at Alpitronic Hyperchargers. The charging park is operated by the energy company PRE, in which the city of Prague holds a stake. Read more…

Los Angeles-based energy storage manufacturer B2U Storage Solutions has announced a strategic partnership with robotaxi provider Waymo. The aim of the cooperation is to repurpose batteries from Waymo’s electric vehicle fleet after their decommissioning. Read more…

iPhone contract manufacturer Foxconn is launching an electric SUV called Cavira in Taiwan, Australia and New Zealand through its subsidiary Foxtron, with additional markets to follow. After initially positioning Foxtron as a contract manufacturer for Western automakers, the Cavira is now the second production model under its own brand. Read more…

When electrifying heavy-duty vehicles or off-highway equipment, system integration quickly becomes the deciding factor. Safety, packaging, certification, durability, and lifecycle cost define competitiveness more than the drivetrain itself. This is where IONCOR’s Energy Pack delivers value, offering a compact, high-performance battery platform for space-constrained, reliability-critical applications, now available off-the-shelf. Read more…

Lidl aims to supply all its stores in the Netherlands with electric trucks starting next year. According to the company, this target will be achieved three years earlier than previously planned. Stores in the North Holland and Flevoland regions are already being supplied entirely by electric transport. Read more…

The new MG4 EV Urban makes its mission clear from the name: everyday usability, commuting and straightforward electric mobility. Instead of relying on large displays, exaggerated sportiness or flashy design, MG Motor takes a pragmatic approach. A first drive through urban traffic, along country roads and on the motorway towards Lake Starnberg reveals whether that concept works in practice.

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KIA UK has announced that a new entry-level Cargo variant and a seven-seat Passenger model will join its roster of PV5 EVs for MY2027. Additional tweaks and improvements have also been introduced for existing models. Read more…

A newly announced scrappage scheme in Ireland aims to help consumers replace aging ICE vehicles with new battery electric vehicles. Applicants could receive up to €5000 in addition to other grants if they agree to scrap an ICE vehicle registered in 2013 or earlier. Read more…

Volkswagen is reportedly bringing the South Korean battery manufacturer Samsung SDI on board as an additional supplier for its Unified Cell. The standardised battery cell is currently produced by VW subsidiary PowerCo in Salzgitter and by VW affiliate Gotion in China. Read more…

Canadian company Moment Energy is on the verge of commissioning a facility for repurposing used electric vehicle batteries in stationary battery energy storage systems (BESS). The factory in Vancouver is expected to reach an annual capacity of 1 GWh soon. Read more…

Chinese EV firm Xpeng is expanding its collaboration with contract manufacturer Magna Steyr. In addition to the G6, G9, and P7+, a fourth model will also be produced at its plant in Graz, as confirmed by Xpeng CEO He Xiaopeng. However, it remains unclear which vehicle this will be. Read more…

The Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team will use a battery-electric Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 for all nine European Formula One races this year. According to the team, this makes it the first Formula One team to use an electric truck throughout an entire European race season. Read more…

Battery-electric vehicle registrations in the UK continued to accelerate in May, with BEV volumes rising by 34.2% year-on-year to achieve a market share of 27.3%. According to new figures published by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), the result marks the highest monthly BEV share recorded so far in 2026. Read more…

Nissan and Chery have officially confirmed that they are negotiating a potential contract manufacturing agreement for Chery passenger vehicles at Nissan’s plant in Sunderland, UK. Nissan had previously announced plans to reduce its own production at the factory to a single production line. Read more…

UK fleet and battery specialist Zenobē and Spanish transport operator Vectalia have signed a framework agreement for a leasing deal worth up to €120 million. The agreement is intended to accelerate the deployment of electric buses and the electrification of depots in Spain. Read more…

Sany has started marketing its e263 electric semi-truck in Europe, with the first customer vehicles now operating in Germany. We have all the details about the Chinese electric truck, including payload, net battery capacity and battery warranty. Sany also announced that it will make a ‘big splash with new models and a preview for 2027’ at IAA Transportation. Read more…

Californian EV startup Rivian has announced that its fast charging network now has more than 1000 DC fast charging ports located across the USA. Four sites featuring a total of 44 charging stalls were opened in the last month alone. Read more…