At IAA Transportation in Hanover, Zerova is presenting its MCS dispenser for electric trucks and buses in Europe for the first time. The satellite charging unit is designed to deliver charging capacities of up to 1,440 kW. Read more…

At IAA Transportation, Stellantis Pro One is presenting BOW (‘Box on Wheels’) – an autonomous electric delivery vehicle developed to test new approaches to urban operations. The concept vehicle was developed in collaboration with UQI Robotics and is intended to serve as a platform for a deeply integrated ecosystem. Read more…

The German Federal Association for Freight Transport, Logistics and Disposal (BGL) and Depotcharge want to establish a nationwide charging network for electric trucks. To this end, logistics companies are to open up free charging points at their depots to other fleets. Read more…

Lidl Netherlands has opened its sixth fast-charging hub for electric trucks – this time, at the Waddinxveen distribution center. All six of the discount retailer’s regional logistics centres now have their own charging infrastructure. The company sees this as fulfilling the prerequisites to supply all 440 Dutch branches electrically starting in 2027. Read more…

Following a consultation, the Department for Transport has confirmed plans to introduce new permitted development rights for cross-pavement charging solutions in England. It means that homes with on-street parking will be able to install chargers without the need for planning permission. Read more…

Four years after production ceased at its plant near Chennai in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu, Ford is now working on resuming operations. The Blue Oval is looking at converting the idle factory into an EV manufacturing hub, according to a Fortune India report. Read more…

Chinese manufacturer GAC is celebrating its trade fair premiere at the IAA Transportation in Hanover with its subsidiary GAC Commercial Vehicle. On display are the electric truck T9 and the new sub-brand Montx for light commercial vehicles. Read more…

Electreon is expanding its inductive charging offering with a stationary solution for passenger cars and light commercial vehicles. Lite DOT transmits up to 11 kW wirelessly and can be installed in existing parking spaces without major civil engineering work. A corresponding receiver in the vehicle is required. Read more…

At the IAA Transportation in Hanover, Ford Pro is showcasing the full range of body styles for the new Transit City, the latest and fully electric member of the Transit family. Additionally, Ford Pro is presenting the large E-Transit with a larger battery and increased range. Read more…

Scania is introducing a battery solution for its electric trucks where batteries are mounted behind the cab. In a typical configuration, two MP20 battery packs can be installed behind the cab. This significantly increases battery capacity, enabling ranges of up to 720 kilometers. Read more…

At IAA Transportation, Bosch is showcasing a new electric rigid axle for heavy commercial vehicles. The Rigid eAxle integrates an electric motor and transmission and is designed for vehicles ranging from 18 to 49 tons. Additionally, the supplier is presenting new solutions for thermal management, driver assistance, and the software-defined truck. Read more…

Mahle is moving forward with its range extender for electric trucks: Following an announcement in August, the supplier has now launched its first concrete projects with commercial vehicle manufacturers. Prototypes are now in development and set to hit the road soon after. Read more…

Dutch manufacturer DAF will present a comprehensive range of electric trucks for urban, regional, and long-haul transport at IAA Transportation 2026, including the new flagship XG+ Electric. Additionally, DAF is expanding its e-truck portfolio with configurations for the construction industry. Read more…

Volkswagen has unveiled its “Mission Efficiency” concept vehicle, aiming to set new benchmarks in electric mobility. The near-production electric car combines affordable mass-production technology with radical lightweight design and groundbreaking aerodynamics. The Mission Efficiency can be dubbed the legitimate successor to the limited-series VW XL1 model. Read more…

BYD is entering the European heavy-duty electric truck market with the ETT 44. The 44-tonne tractor unit features a 651-kWh battery and, according to the manufacturer, offers a range of nearly 600 kilometers and a charging power of over 1.5 MW. Read more…

After its world tour through 92 countries, over more than 92,000 kilometers, and around 300 charging cycles, Rainer Zietlow’s ID. Buzz has returned to Hanover, where the electric van was first greeted in a very German way – by the TÜV. Read more…

ABB E-mobility and Elexon want to jointly support logistics companies and commercial vehicle fleets in electrifying their depots. To this end, the two companies in Germany and Austria are combining their offerings – from charging technology to planning, installation, operation, and service. Read more…

CATL and Egyptian battery manufacturer BME plan to establish battery production in Egypt. The plan is initially to produce an annual capacity of 1 GWh with systems for heavy commercial vehicles, with the site later expanding to 5 GWh. Read more…

Kia has unveiled the PV7 at the IAA Transportation. Compared to the PV5, the second representative of the PBV strategy not only grows in dimensions, cargo space, and battery energy content but also switches to 800-volt technology. In Europe, the PV7 is set to launch in the second half of 2027. Read more…

MAN presents the new MAN eTGX, which significantly improves its range with enhanced aerodynamics, higher recuperation, and a new battery generation. Also on display at the IAA Transportation is an electric version of the TGE transporter, developed with Swiss company, Flux. Read more…