According to the new European COO Jean-Philippe Imparato, Stellantis is prepared to reduce the production of cars with combustion engines in order to meet the EU emission targets for 2025 instead of paying fines. The production cuts could start as early as 1 November. Read more…
Car manufacturer Chery presents its own 6C batteries
As a global leader in the automotive industry, Chery is making moves to introduce an ultra-fast charging battery subsidiary named ‘Kunpeng Battery Brand’, offering up to 1,200 km of battery-powered range for battery-electric vehicles. Read more…
2025 Volkswagen ID.Buzz: electric Microbus finally arrives
It’s instantly recognizable as a VW Bus, but what does it compete against? And will its allure last? The 2025 Volkswagen ID.Buzz, an electric reinvention of VW’s 1960s Microbus, is finally here. After a seven-year wait, the high-style 3-row box on wheels will hit dealerships in November and December—with priority going to those dealers who… Read more…
Mercedes-Benz opens battery recycling factory in Germany
Mercedes-Benz electric car batteries are now being recycled in Kuppenheim, Germany. The car manufacturer has opened its first recycling factory for batteries there – and aims to recover 96 per cent of the battery materials. Read more…
CATL positions itself for cell production in Indonesia
A subsidiary of the Chinese battery giant CATL has founded a joint venture with the state-owned Indonesia Battery Corporation (IBC) in order to drive forward the establishment of battery cell production in the country. The plans have been maturing for some time: both sides already know each other from previous cooperations. Read more…
The 2025 Ford Mustang Mach-E Gets Cheaper And Better Than Ever
The Mustang Mach-E now starts at $36,495 and finally gets a heat pump. Read more…
2025 Volkswagen ID. Buzz Review: Where’s The Vision?
I like the ID. Buzz, and I’m glad it exists. I just know it could have been so, so much more. Read more…
EKA Mobility to supply 250 electric buses to Nagpur
2025 Ford Mustang Mach-E adds standard heat pump, costs $38,490
Ford gave the 2025 Mustang Mach-E a heat pump 2025 Mustang Mach-Es get Ford’s BlueCruise version 1.5 The 2025 Ford Mustang Mach-E costs $38,490 The Ford Mustang Mach-E received a host of updates for 2024, including faster charging, more range on some trims, and polished performance credentials in the form of a new Rally variant and an optional… Read more…
Review: 2025 Volkswagen ID.Buzz tags nostalgia, re-ups minivans
U.S. spec is 3-row, 10 in. longer than Euro version out two years ago Larger 91-kwh battery pack, higher-power rear motor EPA range up to 234 miles, 10-80% in 26 min. Starts at $61,545, spans to $71,545 for top 1st Edition AWD VW’s electric Bus reboot is finally arriving in the U.S.. And by design, it’s hard to imagine a better way… Read more…
BYD ready to launch own smart driving system this November
According to the latest reports, Chinese automaker BYD is preparing to launch its own smart driving system. This would be a significant step for the company, which has so far relied on third-party solutions for its advanced driver-assistance systems. Slated for release as early as November, BYD’s own algorithms will power the company’s DiPilot smart driving platform. DiPilot, BYD’s proprietary… Read more…
The EU spends billions subsidizing ICE company cars
As Europe pushes to phase out fossil fuels, a new study finds that, ironically, the EU is pouring billions of dollars a year into subsidizing ICE company cars – to the tune of $42 billion ($45.60 billion) a year. How is this even legal. Read more…
BYD launches Seal 06 GT on the Chinese market
BYD is launching the all-electric Seal 06 GT in China, the series version of the Ocean M concept presented in April. Prices for the compact electric car start at 136,800 yuan. It is still unknown whether the model will also come to Europe. Read more…
Zeekr sees Mix’s 1st production cars roll off line ahead of Oct 23 launch
Zeekr has seen the first production vehicles of the new Zeekr Mix roll off the assembly line, as the MPV model is 2 days away from its launch. Read more…
French government plans to reduce EV subsidies in 2025
According to its draft budget for 2025, the French government is planning to cut support for the purchase of electric vehicles by a third next year. At the same time, penalties for vehicles with high CO2 emissions are to increase. Read more…
Volkswagen Group cans MEB platform for India in favour of CMP
Volkswagen Group’s Indian arm may not utilise the MEB platform for locally built EVs. The company will likely leverage the low-cost China Main Platform (CMP) instead for its electric cars.
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Toyota’s Portable Hydrogen Cartridges Could Make Owning An FCEV A Lot Easier
No more waiting in line to refuel your Mirai–just order a fresh batch of cartridges and top up at home. That’s the idea, at least. Read more…
BYD launches 2 new models in Vietnam, bringing its local offerings to 5
BYD has launched the Han EV and M6 MPV in Vietnam, following the launch of the Dolphin, Seal, and Atto 3 in July. Read more…
Deepal launches sales of the S05 compact SUV
The Changan brand Deepal, which plans to launch in Europe later this year, has started selling its new S05 model in China. The compact SUV is available as a fully electric version and as a vehicle with a range extender. Read more…
Li Auto to report Q3 2024 earnings on Oct 31
Li Auto achieved a record 152,831 deliveries in the third quarter, within the guidance range of 145,000 to 155,000 units. Read more…
