The Victoria Regional Transit System will soon begin deploying its first electric buses, following their arrival in April this year. All 10 vehicles are set to hit the road by autumn. Read more…

Tesla has reportedly dismissed Omead Afshar, a long-time confidant of CEO Elon Musk who was only promoted a few months ago to lead Tesla’s business in Europe and the US. The reason appears to be declining sales figures. Read more…

Xiaomi has started sales of its second electric car model, the YU7. This also reveals the pricing: The Xiaomi YU7 is available in China from 253,500 yuan, which equates to around €30,300. This positions Xiaomi’s electric SUV slightly below the Tesla Model Y in China in terms of price. Read more…

First 72.6, then 77.4 and now 84.0 kWh – although the Hyundai Ioniq 5 has only been on sale for four years, it has already received two battery updates. The most recent one was part of a model upgrade with further changes. And these were good for the Ioniq 5, as our test shows.

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France has ordered Tesla to cease deceptive commercial practices within four months or face a daily fine of €50,000. The decision follows an investigation into misleading claims around full self-driving capabilities, option availability and contract clarity. Read more…

ZF unveiled a major upgrade to its ultra-compact CentriX e-bike drive system at Eurobike 2025, now offering 105 Nm torque and 750 watts of peak power. Riders can also select from three new ride profiles via the ZF Ride app, optimising performance for racing, wet conditions, or daily use. Read more…

ZeroAvia and Loganair have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to begin work on ‘zero-emission’ flights in the UK. This will focus on the use of ZeroAvia’s hydrogen-electric engine, the ZA600, in aircraft such as the Loganair Cessna Caravan and TwinAir. Read more…

The agreement will see the establishment of a ‘Global Interoperability Testing Center’ which will endeavour to improve compatibility between different EVs and chargers. Read more…

Charge point operator Ionity was to install over 20 new ultra-rapid charging stations in underserved regions in Spain. For that, it now applied for over €6 million in state aid. Read more…

CATL is reportedly considering bringing its battery-swapping technology to Europe. In a recent media interview, CATL executive Jiang Li stated that battery exchange holds “huge potential” in Europe to make batteries cheaper and more durable. The company’s operations in China could serve as a blueprint. Read more…

Uber is looking to improve EV charging options for its drivers and couriers, and so has signed an agreement with C40 Cities to expand charging infrastructure in London (UK), Boston and Phoenix (USA). A deal with Vmoto has also been signed. Read more…

Chargepoint operator Eleport is set to grow its charging network with a dual push into both the Baltics and Central Europe. This includes a strategic partnership with AMPECO as well as the installation of new 150-400kW fast chargers starting in Croatia and Slovenia. Read more…

Hyundai’s premium brand Genesis is reportedly gearing up for a significant product offensive in 2026 and plans to roll out a total of five new models that year. However, only one of them will be fully electric – the already-announced luxury SUV GV90. Read more…

Launching the G6 and X9 as its first EVs in Indonesia on Thursday, Xpeng Motors confirmed the country as its first overseas production destination. The company sees Indonesia as a key overseas market in Southeast Asia. Read more…

DHL Supply Chain has signed a long-term agreement with Fortum Battery Recycling to develop and deliver tailored service logistics for electric vehicle battery recycling across Europe. The collaboration aims to accelerate sustainable resource use and establish closed-loop solutions in e-mobility. Read more…

Sino-Moroccan joint venture COBCO has commenced production of nickel-manganese-cobalt (NMC) and precursor cathode (pCAM) materials for lithium-ion batteries at its new plant in Jorf Lasfar. It strengthens Morocco’s position in the global EV battery supply chain and supports the localisation of key components for electrification. Read more…

Mercedes-Benz Trucks has introduced TruckCharge in the UK, a free consultancy service designed to support customers transitioning to electric heavy goods vehicles. The programme covers strategic planning, infrastructure development, and operational optimisation – with expert advice available at no cost. Read more…

Mercedes-AMG has presented the CONCEPT AMG GT XX – a technology platform featuring axial flux motors and a newly developed high-voltage battery. Delivering over 1,000 kW of system output, the concept previews a fully electric four-door performance model scheduled for series production in 2026 on the AMG.EA platform. Read more…

Taiwan’s contract manufacturer moves to secure its second e-mobility partnership in Japan, as Mitsubishi Fuso eyes entry into the electric bus market with Foxconn-developed models. Read more…

Taiwan’s contract manufacturer moves to secure its second e-mobility partnership in Japan, as Mitsubishi Fuso eyes entry into the electric bus market with Foxconn-developed models. Read more…