German supplier Mahle aims to take a leading role as a provider of high-voltage charging technologies for electric vehicles on the international aftermarket. The offering starts with two products, with plans to expand the portfolio. Read more…

At IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich, Rimac Technology will present its innovations in battery and drive technologies, some of which were developed in collaboration with partners. These include advanced batteries and electric axles, new control domains and a solid-state battery. Read more…

Stellantis partner Leapmotor unveiled the B05 at the IAA as a world premiere. In China, it will be marketed under the name Lafa 5. In addition to the compact B05 model, the B10, which is now going on sale in Europe, will also be on display. Read more…

Sherbet, the UK’s largest operator of electric Hackney carriages, has just landed its largest ever investment of £40 million in growth funding from Hoplon Investment Partners. The firm claims it’s the single biggest investment ever made in the licensed London cab industry. Read more…

As a major systems supplier, ZF will use the IAA Mobility to present not just individual components but large parts of its current portfolio – ranging from chassis solutions and driver assistance systems to the SELECT platform for electric drives unveiled this summer and a new automatic transmission for hybrid models. Read more…

VinFast has launched the VF 6 and VF 7 as its first EVs in India, its 17th market globally. The company plans to start deliveries shortly, aligning them with the festive season, traditionally the peak period for big-ticket purchases in the country. Read more…

US electric car manufacturer Lucid Motors is now bringing its second model to Europe: the Lucid Gravity electric SUV is celebrating its European premiere at the IAA Mobility in Munich and is now available to order in Germany and other countries. The starting price is €116,990 for the Grand Touring variant, with a more affordable Touring version to follow. Read more…

CATL has presented its Shenxing Pro battery at the IAA Mobility – an LFP cell designed specifically to meet Europe’s e-mobility requirements. The energy storage system will launch in two versions – one focused on long range and one on ultra-fast charging. Read more…

VE Commercial Vehicles (VECV), a joint venture between Volvo Group and Eicher Motors, has signed a memorandum of understanding with Jio-bp Pulse to expand EV charging access for VECV’s commercial fleet customers. Read more…

Cupra presented the camouflaged production version of the Cupra Raval at the IAA. The brand’s new urban electric car is set to hit the market next year and will celebrate its world premiere in Barcelona in 2026. Read more…

At the IAA, Skoda unveiled the near-production study of the Epiq. The small SUV will serve as Skoda’s counterpart to the VW ID. Cross and is scheduled to go on sale next year. Read more…

Shortly before the IAA kicks off, Mercedes has unveiled the long-awaited GLC with EQ technology – calling it a “turning point in the midsize segment”. The electric GLC is the first model on the new MB.EA-M platform and promises “efficiency and driving pleasure without compromise”. But can the GLC score in the first data comparison against the new BMW iX3? Read more…

Shortly before the IAA kicks off, Mercedes has unveiled the long-awaited GLC with EQ technology – calling it a “turning point in the midsize segment”. The electric GLC is the first model on the new MB.EA-M platform and promises “efficiency and driving pleasure without compromise”. But can the GLC score in the first data comparison against the new BMW iX3? Read more…

It has long been clear that VW would flank its new small electric car with an SUV. With the ID. Cross Concept, Volkswagen has unveiled a near-production study ahead of the IAA. The world premiere is scheduled for summer 2026, shortly after that of the ID. Polo. VW appears to be preparing a double strike in the small EV segment. Read more…

BMW Group has announced that its electric car deliveries in India have surpassed 5,000 units. The German automaker is the first luxury car company in the country to achieve this sales milestone. Read more…

In the BALIS project, the German Aerospace Centre (DLR) is establishing a test field for fuel cell-based electric drives expected to deliver up to 1.5 megawatts, with potential applications in aircraft or ships. The project has now reached a major milestone. Read more…

New Zealand-based company Vessev has announced its first European customer for the VS-9 electric hydrofoil. The luxury hotel Finn Lough in Northern Ireland will use the craft for guest tours starting next year. Read more…

Production of the Volvo ES90 has begun in Chengdu, China. The first examples of the electric luxury saloon with 800-volt technology are set to be delivered to customers in Europe before the end of this year. Read more…

UK new car and van registrations fell again in August, but battery electric models surged. BEVs reached a record 26.5% share in cars and 13.0% in vans – both the highest this year – supported by fleet demand, expanding model choice, and new government grants ahead of a crucial September. Read more…

Horse Powertrain, the joint venture between Renault and Geely for combustion engines, is presenting the Horse C15 at IAA Mobility; a compact range extender developed for the (retrospective) hybridisation of battery electric vehicle platforms. Read more…