Following the Deepal S07, Changan is now also introducing the smaller electric SUV Deepal S05 in Europe. The European Deepal S05, which was just unveiled at the IAA trade show in Munich, will start at a list price of €38,990. Read more…

With the Epiq, Skoda used the IAA to preview its upcoming compact electric SUV. But the Czech VW brand is also looking further ahead, unveiling the Vision O estate concept – a model that could eventually reach the market as an all-electric Octavia, likely with 800-volt technology. Read more…

At the IAA, Polestar unveiled the series-production version of its four-door performance grand tourer, the Polestar 5, and simultaneously opened the order books. In future, however, Polestar may abandon its chronological naming strategy. Read more…

Tesla’s board of directors has put forward a $1 trillion pay proposal for CEO Elon Musk. If approved, it would be the largest corporate compensation package for a CEO in recorded history. Read more…

The Czech transport company Metrans, which belongs to Hamburger Hafen und Logistik AG (HHLA), has taken delivery of six electric tractor units from Volvo Trucks. They will primarily be used for first and last mile deliveries in urban and suburban traffic. Read more…

In addition to the electric GLC, Mercedes presented several innovations related to charging at the IAA. Starting in 2026, Mercedes’ own fast-charging network will be expanded to include Alpitronic’s HYC1000 charging system. Bidirectional charging is also on the way. Read more…

Porsche and Audi drivers will soon be able to access Tesla’s Supercharger network in North America, thanks to the release of new NACS adapters. This will begin with a ‘soft launch’ tomorrow, September 9. Read more…

Turkish manufacturer Togg marks its European debut at IAA Mobility 2025 with the world premiere of its series-ready T10F sedan. Orders open this month, with prices for Germany to be revealed at launch. Read more…

German supplier Mahle aims to take a leading role as a provider of high-voltage charging technologies for electric vehicles on the international aftermarket. The offering starts with two products, with plans to expand the portfolio. Read more…

At IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich, Rimac Technology will present its innovations in battery and drive technologies, some of which were developed in collaboration with partners. These include advanced batteries and electric axles, new control domains and a solid-state battery. Read more…

Stellantis partner Leapmotor unveiled the B05 at the IAA as a world premiere. In China, it will be marketed under the name Lafa 5. In addition to the compact B05 model, the B10, which is now going on sale in Europe, will also be on display. Read more…

Sherbet, the UK’s largest operator of electric Hackney carriages, has just landed its largest ever investment of £40 million in growth funding from Hoplon Investment Partners. The firm claims it’s the single biggest investment ever made in the licensed London cab industry. Read more…

As a major systems supplier, ZF will use the IAA Mobility to present not just individual components but large parts of its current portfolio – ranging from chassis solutions and driver assistance systems to the SELECT platform for electric drives unveiled this summer and a new automatic transmission for hybrid models. Read more…

VinFast has launched the VF 6 and VF 7 as its first EVs in India, its 17th market globally. The company plans to start deliveries shortly, aligning them with the festive season, traditionally the peak period for big-ticket purchases in the country. Read more…

US electric car manufacturer Lucid Motors is now bringing its second model to Europe: the Lucid Gravity electric SUV is celebrating its European premiere at the IAA Mobility in Munich and is now available to order in Germany and other countries. The starting price is €116,990 for the Grand Touring variant, with a more affordable Touring version to follow. Read more…

CATL has presented its Shenxing Pro battery at the IAA Mobility – an LFP cell designed specifically to meet Europe’s e-mobility requirements. The energy storage system will launch in two versions – one focused on long range and one on ultra-fast charging. Read more…

VE Commercial Vehicles (VECV), a joint venture between Volvo Group and Eicher Motors, has signed a memorandum of understanding with Jio-bp Pulse to expand EV charging access for VECV’s commercial fleet customers. Read more…

Cupra presented the camouflaged production version of the Cupra Raval at the IAA. The brand’s new urban electric car is set to hit the market next year and will celebrate its world premiere in Barcelona in 2026. Read more…

At the IAA, Skoda unveiled the near-production study of the Epiq. The small SUV will serve as Skoda’s counterpart to the VW ID. Cross and is scheduled to go on sale next year. Read more…

Shortly before the IAA kicks off, Mercedes has unveiled the long-awaited GLC with EQ technology – calling it a “turning point in the midsize segment”. The electric GLC is the first model on the new MB.EA-M platform and promises “efficiency and driving pleasure without compromise”. But can the GLC score in the first data comparison against the new BMW iX3? Read more…