The car industry is constantly testing subscription models to generate additional revenue, often accompanied by harsh criticism. Volkswagen is no exception, as the Wolfsburg-based company is now offering a 20 kW power upgrade for the ID.3 Pro for a one-off payment, or for €18.90 per month. Read more…

Indian electric vehicle manufacturer Omega Seiki Mobility plans to establish its first overseas EV assembly plant in the UAE. The company has chosen the Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza) in Dubai for the facility. Read more…

Governors Island in New York has just unveiled the Harbor Charger, the state’s first hybrid-electric ferry. The boat will operate a passenger service between Governors Island and New York. Read more…

BasiGo has been appointed by CATL as an authorised service partner in sub-Saharan Africa. BasiGo’s service teams in Kenya and Rwanda will receive specialised training and equipment from CATL to carry out on-site maintenance and repair of CATL batteries in electric vehicles. Read more…

Farizon has unveiled two new variants of its all-electric SV large van – a seven-seat taxi and a multi-passenger Combi, both launched at the recent Hong Kong Auto Expo and initially available in the Chinese market. And it already secured a 1,000-unit order for the former.  Read more…

Farizon has unveiled two new variants of its all-electric SV large van – a seven-seat taxi and a multi-passenger Combi, both launched at the recent Hong Kong Auto Expo and initially available in the Chinese market. And it already secured a 1,000-unit order for the former.  Read more…

The first of 98 new EV charging points have just opened in Murcia, as part of a contract signed between Iberdrola España and Murcia City Council back in December. The agreement will see a total of 190 charging bays installed across the city. Read more…

The first of 98 new EV charging points have just opened in Murcia, as part of a contract signed between Iberdrola España and Murcia City Council back in December. The agreement will see a total of 190 charging bays installed across the city. Read more…

The rapid shift towards electromobility in China is leaving its mark on the combustion engine business: state-owned car manufacturer Dongfeng has put its 50 per cent stake in the Dongfeng Honda Engine joint venture, which produces combustion engines for Chinese Honda models, up for sale. Read more…

DHL Supply Chain has launched Africa’s first electric Superlink truck in South Africa, in partnership with Unilever and Volvo Trucks. The pilot aims to test the performance, sustainability and economic viability of heavy-duty EVs on standard logistics routes in Africa’s emerging EV infrastructure environment. Read more…

Transit authorities in the Californian district have just approved a $36.3 million charging infrastructure agreement. It will see a range of charging facilities installed to support San Mateo’s growing fleet of electric buses. Read more…

In July, new electric car registrations continued to increase in the USA. According to data from Cox Automotive, July 2025 was the second-best month since records began, even if the high is only likely to last for a short time. Read more…

The EU introduced high special tariffs on electric cars from China last autumn. A Dataforce analysis shows that Chinese carmakers BYD and MG have since shifted focus to importing more plug-in hybrids into the EU. European manufacturers are also affected, as EVs from Cupra and Mini are built in China. Read more…

The insurance company Allianz UK has just committed to adopting a full fleet of electric vehicles (EVs) by the end of 2030. Orders for new EVs have already begun in a move that will see conventional fuel engines fully phased out at the company. Read more…

Hyundai has filed a US patent for a method enabling copper to function inside sulphide-based solid-state batteries. The technology is designed to improve conductivity, durability, and cost efficiency compared to existing designs. Read more…

The insurance company Allianz UK has just committed to adopting a full fleet of electric vehicles (EVs) by the end of 2030. Orders for new EVs have already begun in a move that will see conventional fuel engines fully phased out at the company. Read more…

The UK government has confirmed that businesses and fleet operators will continue to benefit from discounts on electric vans and trucks, extending the plug-in grant scheme until at least 2027. However, it is not yet clear how much they will save.  Read more…

The often-cited “CO2 backpack” of a new electric car compared to that of an ICE is mainly caused by the battery. But how much CO2 is actually generated during battery production? And are there differences between the raw materials and cell chemistries used? A new white paper from P3 provides interesting insights and figures. Read more…

Singapore-based ride-hailing company Grab has invested in WeRide, the autonomous driving specialist from Guangzhou, China. The investment forms part of a strategic partnership between the two companies to commercialise robotaxis and autonomous shuttles in Southeast Asia. Read more…

Leipzig Transport Authority (LVB) has ordered 40 new articulated electric buses, specifically the Solaris Urbino 18 electric. They will replace older diesel vehicles. The first 15 electric buses will be delivered from November 2026, with the remaining 25 arriving from mid-2027. Read more…