Ineos Automotive has unveiled the electrically powered Fusilier – the off-road brand’s third model. The new off-road vehicle has two drive options: a fully electric drive and an electric drive with range extender. Read more…

The Swiss company Micro Mobility Systems is presenting the Microlino Lite, an L6e version of its electric cabin scooter. Available in two colour variants, the mini electric scooter is now available to order. The sales launch is scheduled for early summer. Read more…

The International Electric Marine Association (IEMA) has grown to 40 members within half a year after its formation. The organisation is working towards decarbonising the marine industry across the “world’s waters” and claims its reach extends across Europe to Asia and the South Pacific. Read more…

BYD is globally most renowned for large electric vehicles and batteries powering e-buses and cars. This is about to change, as the company announced this week that it would increase its R&D investment to develop two-wheeler batteries. The move could help iron out recent safety risks. Read more…

Renault debuts the Renault 5 in an electric reimagining that ventures into the future by returning to a classic icon. The Renault 5 E-Tech Electric takes design elements from the historic R5 and is set to shake up the small electric car segment this coming autumn. We got the full report and first pricing. Read more…

BYD has unveiled its first battery-electric super sports car under its Yangwang brand. The Yangwang U9 has four motors, each with an output of 240 kW – totalling 960 kW. Prices and the Chinese market launch date are also available. Read more…

The merged mobility brand from ALD Automotive and Leaseplan, has concluded a framework agreement with Stellantis to purchase up to half a million vehicles by 2026. The deal with Ayvens includes several Stellantis brands and cars with different drives, including electric. Read more…

The Stellantis brand Fiat has given a glimpse into the near electric future in the form of five concept vehicles. The concept vehicles are all set to lead to series models by 2027 – starting with a small electric car in July 2024. Read more…

Servotech Power Systems has bagged a significant order for nearly 1500 DC fast EV chargers from Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL). This is the second order within less than a month coming from an Indian oil corporation. Read more…

The joint project ‘BiFlex-Industrie’ is dedicated to the potential of V2G technology for vehicle fleets. The project participants want to pave the way for regenerative electric vehicle fleets and are focussing in particular on chargers. Read more…

The Cadillac Lyriq again qualifies for the US tax credit of 7,500 dollars. The EV had lost eligibility from January 2024, as the new US Treasury battery sourcing rules went into effect, essentially banning EVs from sourcing battery materials abroad. Read more…

Finnish charging infrastructure specialist Kempower is cooperating with the Swedish energy storage manufacturer Polarium to integrate its battery systems into its DC charging solutions. It should enable Kempower’s fast chargers to provide more power, especially for electric lorries, without the need for costly grid upgrades. Read more…

The German cities of Düsseldorf and Duisburg are moving to ban electric scooters in public transport. The ban is to kick off in March. Read more…

The state-run Thailand Board of Investment has announced tax incentives for the introduction of electric trucks and buses in company fleets. Read more…

American EV manufacturer Xos has entered into a cooperation agreement with Winnebago, a manufacturer of motorhomes. They will develop a fully electric chassis for Winnebago’s Specialty Vehicles division using Xos technology. Read more…

The US Department of Energy has announced preliminary approval for loans totalling 710 million dollars to produce EV technologies. The winners, SK Siltron CCS and American Battery Solutions are joining GM’s Ultium Cells and Ford in the loan program. Read more…

The South Korean battery cell manufacturer LG Energy Solution is procuring large quantities of LFP cathode material from China. LGES has signed a contract with the Chinese company Changzhou Liyuan New Energy Technology for the supply of 160,000 tonnes of LFP cathode material. Read more…

MAN Truck & Bus plans to set up battery repair centres in eight European countries in 2024 and 2025 using two existing hubs as a blueprint. The multi-million investment is preparing MAN’s service network for the coming eTruck and a closed loop battery supply. Read more…

The Indian bus manufacturer Olectra Greentech has received an order for 2,400 electric buses from Mumbai. The twelve-metre-long vehicles will be delivered to local transport operator BEST within 18 months. Read more…