CATL subsidiary Brunp Recycling has released information about its latest material recovery rates in battery recycling: the Chinese company now extracts almost 100 per cent of nickel, cobalt and manganese from battery scrap and, according to its own figures, 96.5 per cent of lithium. Read more…

Porsche introduced the fifth engine option for the electric Macan. The GTS sprints to 100 kph in 3.8 seconds. Although its 380 kW puts it below the Turbo, the Macan GTS is said to offer similarly agile handling. Read more…

The next Chinese manufacturer presents a near-series solid-state battery: according to Chinese media reports, Sunwoda presented the ‘Xin Bixiao’ battery with an energy density of 400 Wh/kg and a service life of 1,200 cycles at a conference. The associated pilot line is also expected to be online by the end of the year. Read more…

German Chancellor Merz hosted an auto summit this month and delivered the catchy line that “the electric car drives on the main road”. But where does the electric truck drive? We spoke to someone who attended the summit: Alexander Vlaskamp, CEO of MAN Truck & Bus, on shared industry interests, new competition from China, and political misconceptions. Read more…

Charge point operator Zest already operates EV chargers at six Central Co-op sites – but now plans to install chargers at 20 more in partnership with the British grocery store chain. Read more…

The charge point operator has announced plans to extend its agreement with Transport for London, which has so far seen more than 150 chargers installed across London boroughs. Read more…

Uber is set to rename its Uber Green service in the US, as well as launch a new $4000 grant programme for drivers looking to purchase new or used EVs. The changes will cover states such as California, New York, Colorado and Massachussetts. Read more…

Tesla has initiated a recall in the US for nearly 13,000 Model Y and Model 3 vehicles equipped with faulty battery pack contactors. The defective component can cause a sudden loss of drive power. No accidents related to this issue are known so far. Read more…

Tesla has initiated a recall in the US for nearly 13,000 Model Y and Model 3 vehicles equipped with faulty battery pack contactors. The defective component can cause a sudden loss of drive power. No accidents related to this issue are known so far. Read more…

Scania is stepping up its electrification strategy, moving from light urban trucks to 94-tonne timber vehicles in Sweden. Tony Sandberg, Vice President Pilot Partner at Scania, outlines why electrification is inevitable — and how the company plans to support customers through the shift. Read more…

Scania is stepping up its electrification strategy, moving from light urban trucks to 94-tonne timber vehicles in Sweden. Tony Sandberg, Vice President Pilot Partner at Scania, outlines why electrification is inevitable — and how the company plans to support customers through the shift. Read more…

Indian cold supply chain solutions provider Celcius Logistics has announced plans to add 350 electric reefer trucks to its fleet. The company has introduced a new vertical called “Celcius Green” for its EV fleet. Read more…

ZF has appointed Sebastian Schmitt as head of the Electrified Drivetrain Technologies Division (E). He previously led the Electrified Drivetrain Systems product line. CEO Mathias Miedreich remains responsible for Division E on the Executive Board. Read more…

Indian cold supply chain solutions provider Celcius Logistics has announced plans to add 350 electric reefer trucks to its fleet. The company has introduced a new vertical called “Celcius Green” for its EV fleet. Read more…

Chinese carmaker BYD has announced a plug-in hybrid version of its previously battery-electric compact SUV Atto 2 for Europe. The Atto 2 DM-i will be offered in two versions, with first deliveries scheduled for the first quarter of 2026. Read more…

The Italian government has launched a new state-backed bonus to accelerate electric mobility, offering up to €11,000 for private buyers and up to €20,000 for small businesses acquiring electric vehicles. Applications are now open. Read more…

After a poor start to the year, Tesla has recovered after three quarters. Sales are rising to new heights, and although profits are well below last year’s levels, they are increasing. However the question remains whether the upward trend is sustainable. Read more…

Astara Auto Finland will offer the unusual air freshener to all buyers of the Kia EV4 in Finland, saying that it wants to give new EV owners “something safe and familiar”. Read more…

PostBus plans to introduce automated electric vehicles in eastern Switzerland from 2027. Test drives with safety drivers and without passengers are scheduled to begin in December 2025. Read more…

PostBus plans to introduce automated electric vehicles in eastern Switzerland from 2027. Test drives with safety drivers and without passengers are scheduled to begin in December 2025. Read more…