Mercedes-Benz will unveil the third generation of the GLA at the end of July. The compact SUV is set to transition to an electric-first line-up, with the battery-electric version launching this year and hybrid petrol variants following in 2027. According to a media report, production will remain at the Rastatt plant, a decision that was not considered certain amid the manufacturer’s ongoing cost-cutting efforts. Read more…

Isuzu is testing the use of swappable batteries for electric refuse trucks in Japan. As part of a pilot project in Yokohama, the batteries can be exchanged within minutes to reduce downtime and increase vehicle availability. Read more…

Former Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó is moving into the private sector – joining BYD. The appointment is likely to prove controversial, as Szijjártó played a key role in bringing the Chinese carmaker to Hungary. Read more…

China will end the tax exemption for lithium-ion batteries that has been in place since 2015. From September, the country will levy a consumption tax on lithium-based batteries, while sodium-ion and solid-state batteries will remain exempt for the time being. The move is intended to encourage the development and adoption of next-generation battery technologies. Read more…

ChargePoint has announced two new charging infrastructure partnerships in the US. The agreements will add more than 200 public charging ports in the Southeast and deploy ultra-fast charging stations at 12 highway travel plazas across Pennsylvania and New York. Read more…

MAN Truck & Bus is investing €1 billion in its Kraków plant in Poland to expand production capacity and prepare the site for the next generation of trucks based on the TRATON Modular System (TMS). At the same time, Kraków will become MAN’s second production site for electric trucks, with series production of the eTGL set to begin in mid-July, followed later this year by the new eTGM. Read more…

Honda has confirmed that it will discontinue the Prologue after the 2026 model year. The move marks the conclusion of Honda’s Ultium-based EV partnership with General Motors and leaves the brand without a BEV offering in North America. Read more…

The reshuffle at the top of Porsche is set to continue, according to a media report. Albrecht Reimold (65) is said to leave the sports car manufacturer as early as September 1, 2026. His contract was originally set to run until early 2027. Read more…

Horse Powertrain has unveiled a new range-extender powertrain that runs entirely on methanol. The system combines a 2.0-liter turbo engine with a generator and power electronics, aiming to make EVs more efficient. Additionally, Horse is using an axial flux generator for the first time, which is expected to be more compact and power-dense compared to conventional designs. Read more…

With the switch from a 400-volt to an 800-volt architecture in the EX90, Volvo has achieved more than just a routine model update. As a result, the flagship SUV now charges significantly faster. This has eliminated the biggest weakness of the first version. Our test drive report reveals what else this update brings and where the big Swedish car retains its distinctive characteristics.

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BMW is recalling 29,119 plug-in hybrid vehicles in the United States due to a potential fire risk linked to the engine starter system. The affected models include the 330e, 530e and 740Le. Read more…

Volvo Cars has begun deliveries of the new Volvo EX60 to European customers. The electric mid-size SUV has been produced at the Torslanda plant since April and is available across Europe. Recently, it has also become available for order in the USA. Read more…

At its Global Brand Event in Munich, Xpeng unveiled its most affordable model to date. The L03 undercuts Tesla and Hyundai on starting price and, despite its 400-volt technology, charges to 80 per cent in just 20 minutes. The brand also outlined its broader vision of an integrated mobility ecosystem linking cars, humanoid robots, and flying vehicles. Read more…

Gridserve has opened its fifth ‘Electric Forecourt’ in the UK, and what it calls its flagship EV charging destination. The site combines 30 charging bays with a retail building, co-working, a solar array and more. Read more…

Chinese EV manufacturer Skywell has suspended new vehicle sales in the UK after its importer, Innovation Automotive, ceased operations. The brand says it is seeking a new distribution partner, while arrangements for warranty, servicing and parts support are still being finalised. Read more…

Berlin-based deeptech company NextGO Epi has secured €2 million in pre-seed funding. The company, which was spun out of the Leibniz Institute for Crystal Growth (IKZ) in 2025, develops gallium oxide epitaxial wafers for next-generation power semiconductors. Read more…

Volvo Trucks enters a new era of electric trucking. Just a few weeks ago, the manufacturer unveiled the FH Aero Electric in Gothenburg, promising a range of up to 700 kilometres – and electrive was there. In this interview, Niklas Andersson, Director Electric Solutions at Volvo Trucks, explains what customers can expect from the new generation of battery-electric trucks. Read more…

JBM Electric Vehicles (JBM EV), a subsidiary of India’s JBM Auto, has secured an order for 500 electric buses from Indian electric commercial vehicle leasing platform Drivn. The companies have signed an MoU covering the deal. Read more…

A study by Empa highlights the potential of converting diesel buses to battery-electric drivetrains. Rather than waiting for vehicles to be replaced at the end of their service life, e-retrofitting could accelerate the electrification of Europe’s bus fleet by around 15 years. According to the researchers, this could be crucial for meeting climate targets. Here are the details. Read more…

Geely Auto UK has announced pricing and specifications for the new EX2. The compact electric crossover starts at £20,990 on the road, offers up to 214 miles (344 km) of WLTP range and comes with rear-wheel drive across the range. Read more…