ABB E-mobility unveiled the OM X-Series at the ACT Expo in Las Vegas, a connected charging system that supports over 100 charging points. It is configurable for a total output between 800 kW and 10 MW and is aimed at fleet operators and CPOs with particularly high demands. Read more…

Ford has reportedly reached an agreement with Geely for the purchase of the ‘Body 3’ assembly hall at the Almussafes plant in Valencia. According to a Spanish media report, Geely plans to build an electrified vehicle for Europe there – and possibly also a derivative of the model for Ford. Read more…

The global market for electric vehicle batteries remains firmly in Asian hands: the entire top 10 manufacturers are from China, South Korea, and Japan. CATL continues to lead by a wide margin, followed by BYD and LG Energy Solution. Read more…

Mercedes-Benz has opened the order books for the new all-electric C-Class around two weeks after unveiling the model. In Germany, prices for the C 400 4MATIC start at €67,711 including VAT. Read more…

Scottish fuel cell truck developer and manufacturer Hydrogen Vehicle Systems (HVS) has been sold as part of a ‘pre-pack’ deal for just £145,000. The acquisition followed an insolvency filing, as HVS had been struggling with financial difficulties for some time. Read more…

Dutch truck manufacturer DAF has started series production of its XG Electric and XG+ Electric models in Eindhoven. The first unit, an XG+ tractor, will be delivered to the German logistics provider Hellmold & Plank. Read more…

Canadian supplier Ballard Power Systems will supply fuel cell modules for the next generation of hydrogen buses from Polish manufacturer Solaris. The companies plan to use Ballard’s new FCmove-SC fuel cell module in future city bus models. Read more…

Electric truck service provider WattEV has ordered 370 Tesla Semi trucks, marking what the company describes as the largest single electric truck procurement in California to date. The announcement comes shortly after Tesla launched Semi production at its Nevada plant, where the first vehicle recently rolled off the assembly line. Read more…

The truck charging network operator Milence has successfully signed a financing agreement worth €120 million to further advance the expansion of its growing network of high-performance charging stations for trucks across Europe. Read more…

A new strategy paper based on a survey of automotive executives suggests that Germany’s transition to electric mobility is more advanced than often perceived. However, the study also highlights ongoing divisions within the industry over the pace and direction of the transformation. Read more…

Japanese automaker Nissan will close one of two production lines at the British plant in Sunderland. Nissan currently manufactures the Qashqai, Juke, and the third generation of the electric Leaf model in there. Read more…

Lucid Motors has withdrawn its annual forecast after supplier issues hit deliveries and revenue in the latest quarter. The US EV maker now plans to publish updated guidance for 2026 in the summer as it works to stabilise production and supply chains. Read more…

Greenlane Infrastructure is expanding its public charging network for battery-electric commercial vehicles beyond California with new charging sites planned in Dallas and Houston. The two locations will be situated along the I-45 corridor, one of the busiest freight routes in the US. Read more…

Hungarian legacy company Ikarus has secured a major order from North Macedonia, landing the Ministry of Transport’s tender for 150 electric buses. This is the largest single order for e-buses to date in the company’s history. Read more…

Geely-owned Zeekr has introduced a revised version of the Zeekr X in Europe, just months after the compact eSUV’s German debut. The new 2026 model year integrates Zeekr’s in-house Golden Battery into the X’s 400-volt platform. Its DC fast-charging capability now reaches up to 230 kW, with charging from 10 to 80 percent possible in 18 minutes. Read more…

Two US logistics operators have placed orders for a combined 60 Tesla Semi trucks through US-based electric fleet service provider Forum Mobility. Big F Transport plans to deploy 40 units, while Nica Container Freight Line will receive 20 additional units. These electric trucks will be charged at Forum Mobility sites. Read more…

Nissan had already put its plans to produce electric vehicles for the Nissan and Infiniti brands at its US plant in Canton on hold last year. Now, the project has been completely discontinued. Read more…

Komatsu has unveiled the PC9000-12, the largest hydraulic mining excavator in the company’s portfolio – and now available globally with the option of an electric drive. Read more…

Tesla has cut prices on its Model 3 lineup in Canada and introduced a new ‘Premium RWD’ trim, significantly undercutting US pricing. The move appears to mark a return to sourcing Canadian vehicles from Tesla’s Shanghai factory – after a period of relying on US production due to shifting trade tariffs. Read more…

The UK has surpassed two million registered battery-electric cars, marking a key milestone for e-mobility. However, the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders has lowered its 2026 EV outlook to a 26.8% share amid weaker demand. Read more…