The Australian last-mile delivery firm ANC has grown its fleet of EVs to more than 100, with a further 50 expected over the next year. It significantly exceeds the company’s earlier targets for electrification. Read more…
Category: Electrive
Changan introduces the Deepal S05 in Europe at the IAA
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…
Skoda Vision O: Skoda’s take on the electric Octavia
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…
Polestar 5 available to order from €119,900
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…
“$1 trillion” Tesla payday for Elon Musk
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…
HHLA subsidiary Metrans adds six Volvo electric trucks to fleet in Prague
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…
Mercedes introduces new Alpitronic fast chargers and bidirectional charging
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…
Audi and Porsche EV drivers gain NACS adapters
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…
Togg models go on sale in September
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…
Mahle strengthens EV spare parts business
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…
Rimac Technology showcases innovative batteries and drive systems
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…
Leapmotor brings compact electric car B05 to Europe
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…
UK electric ‘black cab’ firm Sherbet nabs £40m investment
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…
ZF showcases its e-drive innovations at the IAA
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 launches VF 6 and VF 7 as first EVs in India
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…
Lucid Gravity celebrates its European premiere at the IAA
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 unveils Shenxing Pro LFP battery for Europe
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…
VECV and Jio-bp Pulse team up on commercial EV charging
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 unveils camouflaged production version of the Raval
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…
Skoda previews €25,000 Epiq compact SUV
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…