At the last two editions of the iconic trade show, it seemed as if German carmakers were overrun by competition from the Far East. Chinese manufacturers again played a major role this year, but the real stars of the show are from Germany. The BMW iX3 can almost be referred to as the saviour of the domestic industry, while future visions from Audi, Mercedes and VW also offer reason for optimism. Read more…

The design studio Italdesign has developed a virtual electric SUV concept, the EVX, based on VW Group’s MEB+ platform. It was showcased last week at the IAA Summit in Munich in a ‘holographic’ form Read more…

The MotoE electric motorcycle racing series will be suspended until further notice, organisers Dorna Sports and the motorcycle world federation FIM have announced. Unlike Formula E for electric racing cars, the series has failed to attract a sufficient following during its seven seasons. Read more…

Toyota is commercializing its automated multi-purpose vehicle e-Palette, first unveiled in 2018, in its home market. As an electric shuttle, it can accommodate up to 16 passengers plus the driver. However, the vehicle is also intended to serve as a “mobile business or service space.” Read more…

A year-long project led by UK engineering firm Equipmake has delivered a novel approach to powering electric fire appliances. The project demonstrates how direct battery-to-battery energy transfer can ensure continuous high-power operation during emergencies. Read more…

EcoG has published the second edition of its Charging Reliability Index (CRI) on the reliability of charging processes for electric vehicles. The study tested ten global EV platforms. The main finding: not a single platform achieved more than 76 per cent reliability. Read more…

JBM Ecolife Mobility, a subsidiary of Indian electric bus manufacturer JBM Auto, has announced a fresh capital injection of 100 million dollars (approx. €85 million euros). The company will utilise the new funds to speed up the deployment of electric buses in the country. Read more…

Ram will discontinue the development of a full-size all-electric pickup in North America as Stellantis responds to slowing demand for battery-electric trucks. Instead, the brand will focus on a range-extended model, now renamed Ram 1500 REV. Read more…

Amazon has started testing a small, 12-strong fleet of GM BrightDrop electric delivery vans. The firm has long-standing ties to Rivian, including a 16 per cent equity stake, but the trials could suggest it is seeking flexiblity in its supplier base. Read more…

Xpeng has started producing its EVs in Europe to mitigate the impact of EU tariffs. The first units of the Xpeng G6 and G9 have now rolled off the line at contract manufacturer Magna Steyr in Graz, Austria. Read more…

It may not come as a surprise – since the information had already leaked beforehand – but European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will stick to the zero-emission target for 2035. However, she now plans to continue talks with the heads of Europe’s car industry as early as December – and examine, among other things, a new regulatory category for small EVs by then. Read more…

Volkswagen will delay the production start of the ID. Golf and ID. Roc to 2030, after the all-electric Golf was first planned for 2028 and later postponed to 2029. At the same time, Volkswagen is looking for a financially strong partner for its battery subsidiary PowerCo. Read more…

Solaris has signed a contract with the Municipality of Gdańsk, Poland, for the delivery of 30 battery-electric buses. The order includes 18 Solaris Urbino 12 and 12 articulated Urbino 18 vehicles, all due to enter service by September 2026 with Gdańskie Autobusy i Tramwaje. Read more…

Toyota, Subaru and Lexus must recall 94,320 electric vehicles in the United States – covering the Toyota bZ4X, Subaru Solterra and Lexus RZ – due to an issue with the climate control system. With affected vehicles also reported in Australia, the recall could expand globally. Read more…

The tone among Chinese automakers is becoming sharper. After Stellantis CEO Antonio Filosa inaccurately presented Leapmotor’s sales figures in Germany, BYD issued an unusually pointed response. Read more…

Hyundai will produce its upcoming Ioniq 3 in Türkiye. The confirmation did not come through an official company statement but from Murat Berkel, General Manager of Hyundai Türkiye, in an interview at the IAA. Read more…

BYD plans to bring its so-called “Flash Charging” to Europe, transferring up to 1,000 kW via CCS. In China, the system works by plugging in two cables simultaneously, but according to a media report, BYD intends to achieve the same in Europe using only a single cable. Read more…

The Stockholm-based company Standab has raised €3.6 million in a new funding round to build a cross-brand, public charging network for e-bikes and e-scooters across Europe. Within a year, Standab aims to expand its parking and charging stations to 15 European cities. Read more…

Slovak battery cell manufacturer InoBat has secured a grant of €54 million and a loan of €456,000 to build a gigafactory in Valladolid, northern Spain. The plant is expected to create 260 jobs. Read more…

Melbourne will host Australia’s first dedicated electric truck charging hub following AUD 12.3 million in funding from the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA). The facility in Laverton North will feature 14 dual plug chargers for heavy battery-electric trucks. Read more…