
Stagecoach Group has confirmed a £29.3 million investment to introduce 110 electric buses across Devon in south-west England. The rollout covers depots in Torbay, Barnstaple and Exeter and includes new charging infrastructure. Read more…
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Battery recycling: Minespider creates marketplace for industry stakeholders

Minespider, a Berlin-based provider of software for battery and mineral supply chains, is launching a digital marketplace called “Recircle.market.” This platform originates from the EU project Recirculate and is now being commercialized by Minespider. Read more…
India: Telangana to convert 240 diesel buses to electric

Telangana, a state in southern India, has announced plans to retrofit 240 diesel buses in its public transport fleet with electric powertrains. The move complements the state’s ongoing induction of new electric buses. Read more…
Canadian APMA unveils 3D-printed EVs

At the Canadian International Auto Show 2026, the Canadian Automotive Parts Manufacturers Association (APMA) unveiled two new electric vehicle prototypes. Both are showcases of the Canadian supplier industry and aim to impress primarily through their innovative production methods. Read more…
i-charging unveils charging system with up to 1.6 MW power output

The Portuguese charging station manufacturer i-charging has unveiled a modular power supply unit called MAX with up to 1.6 MW of power. It enables the simultaneous charging of up to eight electric vehicles with dynamic power allocation. Read more…
BMW relies on numerous Infineon components in the Neue Klasse

Starting March 7, the new iX3 will be the first vehicle of the Neue Klasse available at BMW dealerships. The chip manufacturer Infineon supplies numerous components for the architecture to ensure high-performance and reliable computing power, fast data connections, and intelligent and efficient energy management. Read more…
‘Battery Booster’ stalled between EU departments

With the announced ‘Battery Booster,’ the EU Commission aims to financially support the European production of battery cells and thus accelerate it. However, no funds have been disbursed so far—because different EU departments are still negotiating the exact conditions. Read more…
Ford targets top efficiency with new affordable electric pickup

Ford has revealed a range of details about its new Universal EV Platform for significantly more affordable electric vehicles. The focus is primarily on the first planned model, an affordable electric pickup—designed to rely on high efficiency rather than a large battery. Read more…
VW’s U.S. Scout comeback reportedly delayed to mid-2028

Volkswagen Group is reportedly pushing back the revival of its US heritage brand Scout. Instead of the previously targeted 2027 launch, the company now plans to start production of the first models in summer 2028. Moreover, Scout will not launch with fully electric vehicles at the outset, but will initially offer its models exclusively with a range extender. Read more…
Tesla unveils First Cybercab built in Texas

Tesla has built the first Cybercab at its Texas plant, as newly released photos confirm. Series production is set to start in April. The robotaxi will launch without pedals or a steering wheel. Still, it remains unclear how quickly Tesla can ramp up output. Read more…
Plug Charging acquires Wattif’s UK and Ireland charge point estate

Cardiff-based charge point operator Plug Charging has acquired the UK and Ireland charge point estate of Wattif EV UK, adding 350 charge points to its network across both markets. The portfolio spans transport hubs, healthcare sites and destination locations, strengthening Plug’s footprint and operational platform in both markets. Read more…
ACC labels construction of new battery factories as ‘completely irresponsible’

Automotive Cells Company (ACC), the battery cell joint venture between Stellantis, Mercedes-Benz and TotalEnergies, has issued an official statement explaining its decision to scrap planned battery factories in Germany and Italy. Read more…
Maserati EV discounts now up to $85,000 in the US

Maserati is reportedly offering deep discounts on its Folgore EV trims in the United States – including up to $85,000 off certain models. Dealerships are said to have been instructed to lower prices as Maserati aims to clear its 2025 inventory. Read more…
Xpeng reveals GX as new flagship SUV

Chinese EV maker Xpeng is gearing up to launch its new six-seater flagship SUV, the GX, in China. The company will offer the model both as a battery-electric vehicle and with a range-extender drivetrain. Read more…
Svolt claims world-first separation of fire and electricity in battery design

Chinese manufacturer Svolt has, for the first time in its new Dragon Armor 3.0 battery, spatially separated the electrical connections from the pressure relief channels. This is intended to ensure that, in the event of a fire, flames and gases can be directed away from the passenger compartment in a controlled manner. Read more…
Believ charging points go live in Leeds

The first of 71 new EV charge points from Believ are now operational in Leeds, UK. It’s the start of a wider rollout in partnership with Leeds City Council. Read more…
Amazon has more than 30,000 Rivian electric delivery vans on the road

Online retailer Amazon now has over 30,000 electric delivery vans from US manufacturer Rivian in its fleet. This means around 10,000 units have been added within a year – and there are plans for many more. To further progress the partnership, Rivian is developing new variants with larger batteries and all-wheel drive. Read more…
Irizar delivers 10 Electric Buses to Lithuania

Irizar has delivered ten electric buses to Kaunas, the second-largest city in Lithuania. The ten units of the Irizar ie model will be put into operation by Kautra, the city’s public transport company, in the coming weeks. These are examples of the new model generation introduced in the autumn. Read more…
India: JSW MG Motor to invest up to €372m euros to expand operations

JSW MG Motor, the joint venture between China’s SAIC Motor and Indian conglomerate JSW Group, has outlined an investment of up to 440 million dollars (approximately 372 million euros) to expand its production capacity and vehicle line-up. The company will focus on electrified vehicles to drive growth. Read more…
VW aims to cut costs even further

The Volkswagen Group is facing ongoing challenges. According to a report, top management is planning a new cost-cutting program aimed at saving around €60 billion euros, or 20 per cent of costs, by the end of 2028. The measures could impact personnel—as well as entire plants. Read more…

