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Testing the entry-level Model Y: Where and how Tesla stripped back its bestseller

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The figures suggest that Tesla’s strategy is working: registrations in Europe have increased again since the launch of the more affordable Model 3 and Model Y variants. But has Tesla struck the right balance with its cheaper base versions, or have some of the cost-cutting measures gone too far? Our review of the entry-level Model Y provides the answers.

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World premiere: VW ID. Polo GTI – a compact electric sports car with major impact?

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Volkswagen is bringing the GTI into the electric era while drawing heavily on the badge’s heritage. A red stripe, tartan trim and GTI mode meet 166 kW, an adaptive chassis and a front-axle differential lock. Whether the iconic name lives up to expectations on the road remains to be seen. What is certain is that Volkswagen will open pre-sales for the ID. Polo GTI in autumn at prices starting just below €39,000. Read more…

“We are working on subscription models across multiple CPOs” – Wilhelm Henriksson, Plugsurfing

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Plugsurfing launched in Berlin in 2012 with the ambition of giving EV drivers access to charging stations across Europe through a single app. The startup went on to shape the roaming market and inspire many later providers. Since then, the company has changed ownership twice, while its B2B business with white-label apps and APIs has grown into a far more significant part of the business. We spoke with Wilhelm Henriksson, Head of Networks, Strategy and BI at Plugsurfing, about how the company and the charging ecosystem have evolved. Read more…

RoB@t2Cell project aims to make battery recycling smarter

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A new research project, called RoB@t2Cell, aims to develop a novel method for the safe disassembly and targeted discharge of battery cells for recycling and reuse. The project partners are led by Belgian multinational materials technology company Umicore and German research institute Fraunhofer IPA. RoB@t2Cell should make it possible to fully discharge only those cells that are unsuitable for second-life applications. Read more…

ReEconic concept pushes boundaries of circular economy in electric mobility

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Mercedes-Benz Trucks is testing the extent to which recycled materials can be used in the production of an eEconic model. The concept vehicle will be put to the test in the second half of 2026 and aims to provide insights for increasing the use of secondary raw materials in series production—not just for the eEconic, but across all trucks from the manufacturer in the future, regardless of drivetrain. Read more…