Daimler Truck has tested the Mercedes GenH2 fuel cell truck in summer heat and thin mountain air in the Swiss Alps. Over 10,000 kilometres, the prototypes had to prove the reliability of their powertrain. From 2026, a small series of 100 vehicles is set to enter regular service. Read more…

CharIN and EMVCo have announced a joint initiative to promote secure and interoperable payment solutions for EV charging. The project aims to align EMV-based open payments with ISO 15118 Plug & Charge systems, enabling a seamless and secure payment experience across the global EV charging ecosystem. Read more…

The Inland Terminals Group (ITG), Zero Emission Services (ZES) and Nedcargo are launching a completely emission-free container transport service on inland waterways. The service will launch on the waterways between Den Bosch and the port of Rotterdam. Read more…

Panasonic is developing a new type of high-capacity electric vehicle battery, with the aim of delivering anode-free technology in around two years. If successful, the advance could increase the range of Tesla’s Model Y, for example, by almost 145 kilometres without enlarging the battery pack. Read more…

Volkswagen is reportedly encountering extensive problems in its partnership with Rivian. As a result, electric models intended to run on Rivian software are apparently delayed. Furthermore, Rivian’s algorithms cannot simply be transferred to internal combustion engines, which Volkswagen now seems likely to keep in the line-up for longer. Read more…

Honda has introduced its first full-size electric motorcycle for Europe. The Honda WN7 will launch in November with a starting price of £12,999 in the UK. Reservations are now open. Read more…

Hyundai Motor Company has presented its long-term growth strategy at CEO Investor Day. By 2030, the group aims for 5.55 million global sales, with 60 per cent electrified. Alongside hybrids and its first EREVs, the roadmap includes region-specific BEVs and an expanded global production network. Read more…

Instead of confusing customers with futuristic electric cars, some manufacturers take the retro route – Renault among them. Often, lifestyle design comes at the cost of practicality. The Renault 4 E-Tech Electric does things differently – and better.

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Swedish service provider Einride has deployed a fully autonomous heavy goods vehicle on a public road in Belgium for the first time. The safety-tested demonstration took place in the port of Antwerp-Bruges and was approved in accordance with Belgian legislation. Read more…

During a rehearsal for the Changchun Air Show in Jilin, northeast China, two Xpeng Aeroht electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft collided and crashed. At least one person was reportedly injured, though no life-threatening conditions have been reported. The incident occurred during a formation flight. Read more…

The Swedish Traton subsidiary Scania is launching a new plug-in hybrid drive for the bus sector. It is based on the ‘Scania Super’ powertrain, which is already used in various truck models from the brand. Read more…

Changan is bringing its electric SUV, the Deepal S07, to the UK. Prices there start at £39,990. The EV offers up to 295 miles (475 km) of WLTP range. Read more…

The UK-based electric vehicle charging network Be.EV has announced that it is launching in London with four new ultra-rapid charging hubs. These will be home to a total of 30 ultra-fast charging bays. Read more…

The EU-funded HighMag project, coordinated by the AIT Austrian Institute of Technology, has launched a Europe-wide effort to develop a new generation of magnesium-based batteries. The initiative aims to meet the rising demand for high-performance, safe and sustainable energy storage as transport and renewable energy systems electrify. Read more…

The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) announced funding worth $20 million in grants, which will go to two grant programs to acquire electric school buses and install public charging infrastructure. Read more…

The German-Canadian company Rock Tech Lithium has announced a major update to the operational expenditure model for its Guben Converter in Brandenburg, Germany. The company now expects to reduce the cost of producing lithium hydroxide monohydrate by around 23 per cent, from approximately €5,033 to €3,878 per tonne, based on an annual production target of 24,000 tonnes. Read more…

Stellantis presented another initiative for reusing its high-voltage batteries: used modules are repackaged into new units and used in the Avathor One, a new mobile medical device designed for people in wheelchairs or with limited mobility. Read more…

Philippine conglomerate Ayala Corporation’s automotive arm, ACMobility, has announced plans to install over 100 new DC charging points in the country. The company will partner with Shell for this rollout. Read more…

As part of a major fleet order in Thailand this month, Changan has supplied 443 Deepal EVs to Krungthai Bank. The new fleet supports the bank’s goal of switching entirely to EVs by 2030. Read more…

Volvo Buses partner MCV has inaugurated a new dedicated production line for electric buses outside Cairo, Egypt. The 10,000 m² facility will produce the Volvo 7900 Electric, Electric Artic, and 8900 Electric for European markets, boosting capacity and flexibility in Volvo’s electrification strategy. Read more…