Shopper are clearly interested in the Lightning. But Ford hasn’t been able to get them to buy, for one major reason. Lire la suite…
The Ford F-150 Lightning’s Struggles Are A Terrifying Lesson For The EV World
Nio’s Firefly gets more power
The compact electric car Firefly, which Nio also offers in Europe, is set to get more power, at least in China. According to a registration application, there will be a power upgrade from 105 to 120 kW. Read more…
Audi Q6 e-tron quattro on test: A piece of ‘Vorsprung durch Technik’ returns
The Audi Q6 e-tron is meant to be more than just another electric SUV. It is the first production model built on the “Premium Platform Electric” and represents the next generation of electric vehicles from Ingolstadt. Expectations are high. But does the Q6 e-tron really live up to Audi’s claim of “Vorsprung durch Technik” (“Progress through technology”)? Our test drive provides the answer.
Peugeot unveils Polygon concept
The concept car, at less than four meters long, is the first likely glimpse of the new Peugeot 208 – which, as previously reported, will be offered exclusively as the BEV e-208. Read more…
Toyota’s $10 Billion U.S. Investment Means It Could Export Cars Back To Japan
Plus, Xiaomi is becoming a giant and Rivian’s joint venture with VW could soon extend to gas cars. Lire la suite…
Tesla shares Supercharger data with Google Maps
Tesla has released the occupancy data for its Supercharger locations to Google Maps. This means that Google’s popular map app can now be used to see how many charging spaces are available at any given charging station. Read more…
Contracts confirmed: EU funds five battery projects with 640 million euros
The EU will support five battery cell production projects with grants from the Innovation Fund. Funding from the programme will also go to Germany. However, the initially approved project “CF3_at_Scale” from Porsche subsidiary Cellforce is no longer included. Read more…
Henkel launches two new thermal potting solutions for EV powertrain components
Component integration is a key strategy in the EV industry. Increasingly, multiple powertrain components, such as the motor, inverter, on-board charger and DC-DC converter, are combined into a single compact unit. This approach delivers significant benefits in efficiency, weight reduction and space optimization. However, it also presents new engineering challenges, particularly in managing heat dissipation… Read more…
Terminal 6 at New York’s JFK Airport to launch pooled electric ground fleet
The new Terminal 1 at New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport, now under construction and already slated to be home to the world’s first electric ground services equipment fleet, will have some company. The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, which operates the airport, has said that the new Terminal 6 will… Read more…
Holon receives autonomous testing approval in Germany
Holon has received approval from the German Federal Motor Transport Authority (KBA) in accordance to test Autonomous Vehicle Approval and Operation Regulation for the Holon Urban. With this approval, Holon is permitted to test the shuttle throughout Germany in autonomous driving mode with a safety driver. Read more…
Einride aims to list on the US stock exchange via SPAC
Swedish company Einride, which specialises in electric heavy-duty transport, plans to list on the US stock exchange via a SPAC merger with the shell company Legato. The deal is scheduled to be completed in 2026. Read more…
The 2026 Lexus ES finally embraces the future with all electric version
The Lexus ES has always been the sensible shoe of the luxury car world. It was the sedan you bought when you wanted peace, quiet, and reliability, but didn’t necessarily care about flashiness. That changes with the upcoming 2026 model. Lexus is giving its long-running sedan a massive overhaul. The biggest news is not just a new look, but what… Read more…
Chery’s Exeed brand begins pre-sales of ET5 midsize SUV from $22,530
The Exeed ET5 is an EREV with a CLTC battery range of 210 kilometers.
It is the first model equipped with Horizon Robotics’ Journey 6P chip and HSD (Horizon SuperDrive) smart driving system.
China wants to restrict EVs with excessive acceleration
China’s Ministry of Public Security has drafted new national vehicle safety standards that propose significant limits on acceleration performance and enhanced safety requirements for electric vehicles. For example, the sprint from 0 to 100 kph must take no less than five seconds. Read more…
ChargePoint just gave its EV charging software a major AI upgrade
ChargePoint just rolled out a huge AI update to its EV charger software, and it’s a big deal for anyone managing EV chargers, whether it’s a handful of stations or a sprawling network. Read more…
Mercedes introduces flexible pricing to MB.CHARGE
Until now, the Mercedes charging service has offered fixed prices per kilowatt hour across its two paid subscription plans. This will come to an end on December 1. From then on, there will also be largely flexible prices depending on the charging point – but with varying discounts. In some cases, fast charging will even become cheaper. Read more…
Mercedes-Benz to open R&D centre in Hungary
The German automotive company is set to establish a research and development centre in Hungary for the first time. The new facility will focus on prototype testing as well as early hardware and software development. Read more…
Dongfeng Nissan begins pre-sales of N6 hybrid sedan, starting at $15,060
The N6 is Dongfeng Nissan’s latest competitive model following the N7 pure electric sedan, set for official launch on December 8.
The N7, launched in late April, represents a major comeback for Japanese automakers in China’s EV market.
Dongfeng Nissan begins pre-sales of N6 hybrid sedan, starting at $15,060
The N6 is Dongfeng Nissan’s latest competitive model following the N7 pure electric sedan, set for official launch on December 8.
The N7, launched in late April, represents a major comeback for Japanese automakers in China’s EV market.
Ford introduces BlueCruise assistant to the Puma Gen-E
Since 2023, Ford has also been offering the BlueCruise system in Europe, which allows drivers to take their hands off the steering wheel for short periods. In 2026, the driver assistance system will also be available in the compact electric crossover Puma Gen-E. Read more…
