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…

It has long been clear that VW would flank its new small electric car with an SUV. With the ID. Cross Concept, Volkswagen has unveiled a near-production study ahead of the IAA. The world premiere is scheduled for summer 2026, shortly after that of the ID. Polo. VW appears to be preparing a double strike in the small EV segment. Read more…

BMW Group has announced that its electric car deliveries in India have surpassed 5,000 units. The German automaker is the first luxury car company in the country to achieve this sales milestone. Read more…

In the BALIS project, the German Aerospace Centre (DLR) is establishing a test field for fuel cell-based electric drives expected to deliver up to 1.5 megawatts, with potential applications in aircraft or ships. The project has now reached a major milestone. Read more…

New Zealand-based company Vessev has announced its first European customer for the VS-9 electric hydrofoil. The luxury hotel Finn Lough in Northern Ireland will use the craft for guest tours starting next year. Read more…

Production of the Volvo ES90 has begun in Chengdu, China. The first examples of the electric luxury saloon with 800-volt technology are set to be delivered to customers in Europe before the end of this year. Read more…

UK new car and van registrations fell again in August, but battery electric models surged. BEVs reached a record 26.5% share in cars and 13.0% in vans – both the highest this year – supported by fleet demand, expanding model choice, and new government grants ahead of a crucial September. Read more…

Horse Powertrain, the joint venture between Renault and Geely for combustion engines, is presenting the Horse C15 at IAA Mobility; a compact range extender developed for the (retrospective) hybridisation of battery electric vehicle platforms. Read more…

The Scottish government has just awarded £6.3m to eight local authorities to help grow public charging in the south of Scotland. It’s the final round of funding to come from the £30m Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Fund. Read more…

The Californian city of Pasadena has just authorised the purchase of 17 new fuel cell electric buses. They’re expected to enter service in spring 2027. Read more…

Logistics service provider Gebrüder Weiss is expanding its electric truck fleet in Austria. Two new Mercedes eActros 600 trucks are now in service at the company’s headquarters in Lauterach, transporting general cargo. By the end of 2025, 14 new electric trucks are expected to be in service. Read more…

The Danish government has just increased the amount of funding available for its heavy transport electrification scheme. Logistics companies can now apply for up to 4 million Danish kroner (€535k) each to invest in electric trucks and charging infrastructure. Read more…

The Danish government has just increased the amount of funding available for its heavy transport electrification scheme. Logistics companies can now apply for up to 4 million Danish kroner (€535k) each to invest in electric trucks and charging infrastructure. Read more…

BMW has unveiled the iX3, the first model in its revolutionary “Neue Klasse” family. The mid-size SUV marks a near quantum leap in technology while coming at only a slightly higher price. Its charging performance and range are particularly impressive. Read more…

A few days ago, General Motors cut back production of the GMC Hummer EV and Cadillac Escalade IQ at its Detroit-Hamtramck plant. Now, an agency report says GM is also scaling back production of another electric Cadillac duo in Spring Hill. Additionally, there are supposed to be cuts in Kansas as well. Read more…

While the insolvent air taxi startup Lilium continues to wait for the final contract to be signed with potential buyer AAMG, Munich-based electric aircraft startup Vaeridion now wants to take over an important specialised building from Lilium at Oberpfaffenhofen Airport near Munich. This building is used for battery production. Read more…

The Malaysian automobile manufacturer Proton has opened its first local electric vehicle assembly plant, as the Southeast Asian nation looks to boost development of its EV industry. Read more…

Following the announced acquisition of Northvolt’s assets in Europe, US battery developer Lyten has appointed several executives for Sweden and Poland. These are primarily Northvolt managers who are moving to Lyten. Read more…

It was the last stronghold of petrolheads, the bastion of diesel warriors: the Audi A6. Famous for drivers who can cover 1,000 kilometres a day, fill up only once and hog the left lanes across Germany. Now, this long-distance cruiser is also available as an electric version. It is called the A6 Sportback e-tron – and it does its job really, really well.

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The Stelato car brand from Huawei and BAIC has started pre-sales in China for the S9T, a station wagon version of the luxury S9 sedan. The Stelato S9T is available as a BEV and EREV and costs from 328,000 yuan (approx. £39,000). Read more…