The fuel economy rules that shaped the modern car industry are on the chopping block. Plus: Western brands continue to slide in China. Read more…
Tesla Robotaxi: How It Performed In Its First Weekend In Austin
Self-driving Tesla Model Ys are finally zooming around Austin, ferrying a select group of paying passengers in the city’s safest parts. Read more…
French consortium develops hybrid propulsion for light aircraft
Daher, Safran, Collins Aerospace and Ascendance have launched a joint research project aiming to develop a hybrid-electric propulsion system for small aircraft, targeting a key segment for aviation decarbonisation. Read more…
Kia EV3 crowned Car of the Year by Autotrader
In a decisive verdict delivered not by critics but by the public, the Kia EV3 has been named the 2025 Car of the Year at the Autotrader Driver’s Choice Awards. The result was determined by a survey of more than 225,000 car owners in the United Kingdom, and it is the sixth consecutive year that an electric vehicle has claimed… Read more…
Nio Onvo to begin pre-sales of L90 in early Jul
The L90 will begin pre-sales in early July, with display vehicles available at all Onvo stores, according to Onvo president Shen Fei.
The L90 will be the first model launched under Shen Fei, who replaced Alan Ai in April as Onvo president.
New York expands truck voucher incentive programme
The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority announced the expansion of the New York Truck Voucher Incentive Program to include new zero-emission agricultural, construction, rail, and warehouse non-road equipment and Class 3 vehicles. Read more…
Jeep reveals pricing for first fully electric Compass
Jeep will open UK orders for the new Compass First Edition in Q3/2025, introducing a fully electric version alongside a hybrid variant. With up to 310 miles of range and rapid charging capability, the all-electric Compass marks a significant step in Jeep’s electrification strategy. Read more…
Integrals Power signs supply deal with Euro Manganese
Canadian battery materials company Euro Manganese has signed a long-term LOI and Offtake Term Sheet with UK battery technology company Integrals Power. The final agreement is still subject to validation. Read more…
Integrals Power signs supply deal with Euro Manganese
Canadian battery materials company Euro Manganese has signed a long-term LOI and Offtake Term Sheet with UK battery technology company Integrals Power. The final agreement is still subject to validation. Read more…
WeRide has confidentially filed for Hong Kong listing, report says
WeRide is one of China’s earliest companies focused on smart driving solutions, and went public on the Nasdaq in October 2024.
WeRide is the latest company reported to have confidentially filed for a Hong Kong listing following adjustments to the city’s listing regulations.
MFG accelerates ultra-rapid charging network in London
Forecourt operator MFG is boosting its London EV charging network by 30% in 2025. The company will deploy new ultra-rapid hubs and expand existing ones as part of its strategy to meet surging demand and support urban electrification. Read more…
Pakistan rolls out new EV policy with over 300 bn euros in subsidies
Demonstrating a fresh commitment to sustainable mobility, Pakistan has introduced the National Electric Vehicle (NEV) Policy 2025–30. The country plans to allocate over 100 billion rupees (approx. 306 million euros) in EV subsidies. Read more…
Xpeng’s flying car unit appoints first CFO as it eyes IPO
Du Chao, a Wall Street banker with extensive experience in overseas IPO financing, has joined Xpeng Aeroht.
Du previously served as CFO at 17 Education & Technology and led the company’s listing on the Nasdaq.
Xiaomi is launching the YU7 electric SUV on June 26 and we will report live from China
The Chinese consumer electronics giant is doubling down on its electric car ambitions, unveiling its first-ever SUV, the YU7. The official launch will take place on June 26, and we are already in China preparing to report on the event. Xiaomi’s new electric SUV is aimed squarely at the heart of the most competitive segment, directly challenging the undisputed champion,… Read more…
Conflict and soaring costs: Paris hydrogen taxi operator Hype pivots to BEVs
Hype’s hydrogen taxi fleet in Paris was initially set to grow to as many as 1,000 vehicles. However, due to frustrations with hydrogen supply and escalating costs, the operator is now shifting to battery-electric taxis. The final straw was the insolvency of electrolyser manufacturer McPhy. Read more…
Tesla launches robotaxi service in Austin with 20 Model Y
Tesla has put its announced ‘Robotaxi’ service into operation in Austin. Up to 20 Model Ys are being used, travelling around a small part of the city with a passenger on board as a ‘safety monitor’. The Cybercab originally intended for this service will follow later. Read more…
BYD’s global model Yuan Plus reaches 1 million sales milestone
The Yuan Plus was initially launched in February 2022 and currently has a starting price range of RMB 115,800 ($16,110) to RMB 145,800 in China.
The Yuan Plus has already been launched in multiple overseas markets under the name Atto 3.
Loss of brake function: Volvo recalls over 14,000 EVs and PHEVs in the US
Volvo has issued a recall for 14,014 electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles in the United States due to a critical braking issue caused by a software malfunction. Volvo has urged EV and PHEV drivers to avoid ‘One Pedal’ and ‘B’ modes until the software has been updated. Read more…
Audi could open its own US plant
In light of high import tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump, Audi is seriously considering building its own production facility in the United States. Importing vehicles from Germany or Mexico has become too costly. However, the option of manufacturing at the VW Group’s existing US site or that of VW’s sub-brand Scout has not been ruled out. Read more…
BYD’s 9,200-vehicle car carrier BYD Xi’an makes maiden voyage
BYD Xi’an is the fifth ship in BYD’s fleet and the second after BYD Shenzhen with a capacity of 9,200 vehicles.
BYD Changsha — BYD’s sixth car carrier — will make its maiden voyage on June 24.
