On 14 June, a new three-row electric SUV went on sale in China – the eπ 008. eπ is a new mainstream EV brand Dongfeng introduced in April 2023. Read more…
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The ArcFox αS5 is China’s latest BYD Seal rival
China’s fast-growing electric sedan space saw the arrival of ArcFox αS5 last weekend. ArcFox is a dedicated EV brand BAIC. Read more…
Ford Model e program to be discontinued as EV demand weakens
With demand for EVs slowing, it’ll soon be the end of the road for the Ford Model e dealership business in the US. Ford’s EVs will now be available at all its dealerships in the US. Read more…
Vauxhall introduces further offers for the Combo Electric in the UK
Vauxhall has announced new leasing deals for the Combo Electric, allowing businesses to switch to electric for the same monthly rental as a diesel Combo with an identical deposit and terms. Read more…
Fisker files for insolvency in the USA
Fisker had already been in difficulties for months and had sales problems. Now it is clear: the US electric car startup is bankrupt. It is seeking protection from its creditors by filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Read more…
Voith & Weifu join forces on H2 fuel cell systems
German technology company Voith has signed a strategic cooperation agreement with the Chinese Weifu Group, including the establishment of two joint ventures to focus on hydrogen fuel cell systems. Read more…
Keolis wants to buy more than 250 electric buses for Utrecht
The French public transport operator Keolis has been awarded the contract by the Dutch province of Utrecht to operate and maintain the bus network in the region. As part of this, Keolis will purchase more than 250 electric buses. Read more…
Hyundai and Kia procure lithium from SQM
The Chilean lithium producer SQM has concluded a long-term purchase agreement with Hyundai and Kia to supply the two automotive companies with lithium hydroxide. Read more…
Meridiam takes full hold of Allego with delisting and fresh capital
The Dutch fast-charging network operator Allego has concluded a major framework agreement with its majority shareholder, French infrastructure provider Meridiam, involving 356 million euros in fresh capital and delisting the charging provider from the New York Stock Exchange. Read more…
2024 Wuling Binguo with minor updates launched in China
SAIC-GM-Wuling has launched the 2024 Wuling Binguo in China. The new small EV features minor cosmetic & technical revisions over the previous model. Read more…
The Mobility House changes CEO and starts V2G business
Founder Thomas Raffeiner has once again taken over the CEO position at The Mobility House as the previous CEO Robert Hienz left the company a few weeks ago to join Solarpack Germany. At the same time, the Munich-based company has bundled the topics of energy and bidirectional charging under a new business unit called “The Mobility House Energy”. Read more…
Cadillac Optiq to be made alongside Chevrolet Equinox EV in Mexico
The Cadillac Optiq could be made in Mexico from the fourth quarter of the year. Mexico would be its second production location globally after China. Read more…
Berlin cuts BVG budget for electric bus procurement
The Berlin Senate has massively reduced the funds for the procurement of electric buses for the Berlin public transport operator BVG. The reason for this is apparently the delayed construction of the depot in Marienfelde, which has also delayed the arrival of new electric buses. Read more…
Sumitomo builds production facility for high-voltage wiring systems in Spain
The automotive supplier Sumitomo Electric Bordnetze (SEBN) is to build a new production facility in Cuenca, Spain, for the manufacture of high-voltage wiring harnesses for Seat and VW electric cars. Read more…
WHW Recycling & BASF join forces on battery recycling in Germany.
BASF and WHW Recycling have signed an agreement on the processing of cathode and anode waste to create new raw materials. The partnership aims to make battery cell production in Europe more sustainable. Read more…
Polestar plans to tap seven new markets in 2025
As part of its global expansion, Polestar plans to enter seven new countries in 2025. The company will also increase its retail presence in existing markets in Europe. Read more…
FFB launches cooperation with PEM Motion
The Fraunhofer Research Centre for Battery Cell Production FFB and the engineering service provider PEM Motion want to further advance technological developments in battery cell production through joint research and development activities. Read more…
Leapmotor T03 European production starts ahead of September launch
A new report says that the Leapmotor T03’s European production has commenced. The Chinese brand is scheduled to be introduced in the region in September. Read more…
Audi makes the e-tron GT sportier
Since its premiere in 2021, the Audi e-tron GT quattro has been the electric and sporty top model in the Audi product portfolio. The carmaker has now unveiled the improved new version, which offers advances in range, performance and charging – similar to the Porsche Taycan. Read more…
Olympic Games: athletes glide across the River Seine on electric boats
For the first time, the Olympic Games opening ceremony will not be held in a stadium this summer but on the River Seine in Paris. The athletes will board around 30 boats with electric and hybrid drives. The battery-powered boats will be an initial spark for further electrification of barge transport on the Seine. Read more…
