Public transport operator Red Movilidad has welcomed 300 new electric buses to Santiago as part of Chile’s drive to electrify its public transport fleet. The move kicks off a major expansion that will see 1,800 electric buses deployed by the end of 2025, bringing the capital’s electric share to 68%. Read more…
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Xpeng inks deal with Plugsurfing in Europe
Chinese EV manufacturer Xpeng has entered into a strategic partnership with Plugsurfing to grant its European customers immediate access to one of the continent’s most extensive public charging networks. Read more…
Toyota reportedly eyes struggling EV maker Neta to revive China strategy
Toyota is reportedly exploring the acquisition of embattled Chinese EV startup Neta Auto, as it seeks to bolster its electric vehicle presence in the world’s largest market. The move could offer Neta a lifeline while helping Toyota accelerate local EV efforts. Read more…
Toyota reportedly eyes struggling EV maker Neta to revive China strategy
Toyota is reportedly exploring the acquisition of embattled Chinese EV startup Neta Auto, as it seeks to bolster its electric vehicle presence in the world’s largest market. The move could offer Neta a lifeline while helping Toyota accelerate local EV efforts. Read more…
Honda puts EV and battery production plans for Canada on ice
Honda has postponed its electric vehicle supply chain plans in Canada for at least two years, citing weakening EV demand and mounting global trade tensions. The move accompanies a sharp 59% profit decline forecast for fiscal 2026. Read more…
Sungrow presents new compact charging station ‘IDC480E-C’
At Power2Drive in Munich, Sungrow Charging presented its compact IDC480E-C fast charging station, which utilises Sungrow’s patented insulated air cooling system. Read more…
OMV Petrom opens largest charging hub yet in Romania
The Romanian energy company OMV Petrom has announced that it now operates the country’s largest charging hub for electric vehicles in Miercurea Sibiului on the A1 motorway. Read more…
Toyota introduces new model year of the bZ4X in the US – and changes the name
Toyota has updated its all-electric SUV for 2026 in the US, dropping the ‘4X’ from its name while introducing faster charging, a longer range of up to 314 miles, and improved performance. The model will reach dealerships across the US in the second half of 2025. Read more…
Be.EV secures £20m deal to install 200 fast-chargers at retail locations
Be.EV will install over 200 ultra-rapid charging bays across Schroders Capital’s UK retail portfolio under a £20 million agreement. The fast-chargers will be installed across 22 retail and leisure sites managed by Schroders Capital. Read more…
Be.EV secures £20m deal to install 200 fast-chargers at retail locations
Be.EV will install over 200 ultra-rapid charging bays across Schroders Capital’s UK retail portfolio under a £20 million agreement. The fast-chargers will be installed across 22 retail and leisure sites managed by Schroders Capital. Read more…
Visteon partners with Infineon on semiconductors
German semiconductor manufacturer Infineon has entered into a partnership with US-based supplier Visteon, a specialist in cockpit electronics. The aim is to advance the development of next-generation electric vehicle drivetrains. Read more…
Nissan cuts 20,000 jobs and refocuses EV strategy
As part of its sweeping Re:Nissan recovery plan, the Japanese carmaker will eliminate 20,000 jobs globally and consolidate manufacturing capacity, while reengineering its electric vehicle development and supply chain to drive profitability by FY2026. Read more…
Enyring launches e-bike with battery subscription service
Yamaha subsidiary Enyring is launching an e-bike series with a battery subscription service in Berlin and Amsterdam. Four different bike models are to be available with launch, coupled with battery swapping stations in the target markets. Read more…
Changan Mazda & CATL announce EV development cooperation
Together with Chinese partner Changan, the Japanese car manufacturer Mazda wants to develop electric cars on the skateboard platform of the battery manufacturer CATL, which should significantly shorten the development time for vehicles. Read more…
Vector starts series production of MCS communication controller
German software company Vector has begun series production of its vSECC.MCS controller for the Megawatt Charging System, targeting fast-charging infrastructure for heavy-duty electric vehicles. The solution supports up to 3.75 MW charging and is designed to enable efficient long-haul electrification. Read more…
Rock Tech Lithium appoints new CEO with Mirco Wojnarowicz
The German-Canadian lithium producer Rock Tech Lithium is reorganising its top management. The company has appointed Mirco Wojnarowicz as Chief Executive Officer with immediate effect. Read more…
USA: House Republicans propose to eliminate a tax credit for electric vehicles
In a move with profound implications for the future of electric mobility in the United States, House Republicans have proposed scrapping key federal EV tax credits and advanced manufacturing loan programmes. Voices from the industry and climate advocates are sounding the alarm. Read more…
CISSOID and EDAG to develop SiC inverter platforms
Power semiconductor expert CISSOID and engineering specialist EDAG have joined forces to accelerate the development of next-generation Silicon Carbide (SiC) traction inverters. The partnership aims to provide OEMs with integrated, high-efficiency solutions for electric drivetrains. Read more…
Mercedes expands eActros 600 line-up and phases out eActros 300/400
Mercedes-Benz Trucks is broadening its eActros 600 electric truck portfolio with new variants available to order from autumn 2025. At the same time, production of the earlier eActros 300/400 models will end later this year. Read more…
Audi reveals new entry-level e-tron GT
Roughly a year after the major facelift of its electric Gran Turismo, Audi is expanding the e-tron GT line-up with a new powertrain variant. Following the S and RS models, it has introduced a new ‘base model’ with 430 kW of power and a starting price of €108,900. Read more…
