China is gradually phasing out tax incentives for electric cars and batteries. Since September, the previously announced consumption tax on lithium-ion batteries has been in effect, and further benefits will be removed in 2027. Read more…

Vulcan Energy has presented a pre-feasibility study for its second lithium project in the Upper Rhine Valley. The Ludwigshafen region is expected to produce 21,100 tons of lithium carbonate annually. However, several development steps are still required before an investment decision can be made. Read more…

SUSTAINera, Stellantis’ circular economy business unit, is expanding its range of refurbished parts with a focus on electric and hybrid vehicles. Refurbished high-voltage batteries are now available for most BEV and PHEV models of Stellantis brands. Read more…

Tesla has deployed its first fleet of Cybercabs- the company’s highly anticipated robotaxi, which operates completely without a steering wheel or pedals. In Austin, Texas, Tesla is now allowed to use the all-electric two-seaters for its driverless ride-hailing service. Read more…

MAN Truck & Bus looks set to invest significantly more in the development of its service network by 2030 than previously planned. Thanks to dealers and partners, a total of around €700m will now flow into the further expansion and development of the European service and sales network by the end of 2030. Read more…

Wayve and Uber have launched their autonomous ride service in London as planned. However, a safety driver will remain onboard for the time being. Read more…

In Germany, an alliance is forming to accelerate the commercialisation of heavy H2 trucks and associated infrastructure. To achieve this, Daimler Truck, the Volvo Group, and Toyota are joining forces, supported by industry giants such as Bosch, Air Liquide, and TotalEnergies. The message: Domestic players want to establish an H2 ecosystem – before others do. Read more…

Opel is turning Germany’s best-selling small car into a fully electric hot hatch. On the test track in Pachfurth, the Opel Corsa GSE performed much more impressively than its starting price of €39,900 suggests. However, for everyday use, some features are missing, which slightly tarnish the otherwise positive overall impression. Read more…

Building on FAME, PM E-Drive, PM E-Bus Sewa, and several other schemes over the past decade, the Indian government is considering a new programme to support heavy-duty electric vehicles. The proposed scheme, an initiative by the Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI), could cover up to 100,000 EVs. Read more…

XPENG is set to take direct responsibility for its operations in Britain with the establishment of a national sales company. It marks a shift away from the initial distributor-led model the company used to enter the UK market. Read more…

Chinese car brands have significantly increased their exports in recent months. National regulatory authorities are using this as an opportunity to impose stricter controls on the foreign business operations of Chinese automakers. The means: fresh regulations on marketing, pricing, and more. Read more…

XD Thermal has developed a new cooling architecture for the batteries of a European electric bus platform. The integrated system is said to require fewer components and can be adapted to different battery sizes. Read more…

Hyundai Mobis has opened its first European plant for electric drive systems in Slovakia. Up to 280,000 units can be produced annually at the Nováky site. Read more…

California’s Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) has approved a new incentive programme offering rideshare drivers up to $20,300 towards the purchase or lease of a new zero-emission vehicle. The Drivers Assistance Program is aimed at low- and middle-income drivers working for companies like Uber, Lyft, and HopSkipDrive. Read more…

The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) has announced plans to invest over $41 million in the state’s EV charging network. MnDOT’s third – and largest – round of grants will prioritise fast-charging infrastructure in Greater Minnesota. Read more…

Ontario International Airport (ONT) has secured almost $4.15 million from the US Federal Aviation Administration to invest in its clean-energy infrastructure. The grant will cover 75 per cent of the cost of installing electric ground support equipment charging infrastructure at Terminals 2 and 4. Read more…

This year’s IAA Transportation conference is set to become a major hub for electric trucks. Established players are offering extensive showcases, but Chinese market newcomers are no less impressive. Tesla also manages to bring a European version of the Semi to the halls of Hanover. Read on for our preview of the most important innovations for electric XXL trucks at the trade fair. Read more…

Today, there are many use cases where battery-electric trucks outperform their diesel counterparts in terms of total cost of ownership. By 2030, this could apply to 70 to 90 per cent of road freight transport in Germany. That’s according to a new study by the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research. Read more…

Chinese EV manufacturer Nio delivered 107,658 vehicles in the past quarter, representing a 49.4 percent increase compared to the second quarter of 2025. At the same time, revenue rose by 69.1 percent to 32.1 billion yuan (~€4.1 billion euros). Meanwhile, net losses decreased significantly. Read more…

The petrol station chain Circle K is expanding the public charging offering of its eMobility platform beyond its own network. Thanks to Plugsurfing, customers are set to gain access to more than one million charging points across Europe in future. Read more…