Mercedes-Benz has now fully pulled the wraps off the all-electric GLC at IAA Mobility in Munich. A new next-gen electric powertrain now underpins the most popular model from the German luxury automotive brand. Read more…
China NEV retail back above 1 million in Aug as BEV sales maintain growth
August BEV sales rose 17.2 percent year-on-year, while hybrid vehicle sales fell 6.8 percent, marking the second consecutive month of year-on-year decline.
China’s NEV retail penetration rate reached 55.2 percent in August, up 1.5 percentage points from the same period last year.
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…
Mercedes-AMG unveils 1 MW fast charging solution
When it comes to electric cars, range is super important, but it’s the charging speed that actually makes a huge difference on longer trips. Many EV owners search for the elusive 350 kW charger, but Mercedes-AMG has been quietly working on a different scale altogether. The company announced that its Concept AMG GT XX achieved a charging speed of over… Read more…
‘They Lose Their Minds:’ EV Driver Says There Are 2 Types Of People At Chargers. Which Are You?
“There needs to be an electric vehicle charging station etiquette class.” Lire la suite…
2026 Ford F-150 Lightning STX: More Range Without A Price Increase
It replaces the outgoing XLT trim and comes with a bigger battery and more off-road goodies out of the box. Lire la suite…
Leapmotor debuts Lafa 5 hatchback in Germany, begins pre-sales in China
Leapmotor will officially launch the Lafa 5 in China in the fourth quarter, with deliveries of the hatchback commencing in the first half of 2026.
Global sales of the Lafa 5 will begin in 2026.
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…
Rimac’s Solid-State Battery Will Already Be Charged While You’re Still Getting Coffee
The Croatian company’s solid-state batteries promise incredible DC fast charging times and higher energy density. Lire la suite…
Momenta, Uber to start robotaxi testing in Germany in 2026
Momenta will test Level 4 autonomous robotaxis with Uber in Munich, Germany, starting in 2026.
Momenta will integrate its AI-driven autonomous driving technology into Uber’s global platform.
Tesla sells 57,152 cars in China in Aug, down 10% year-on-year
This marks Tesla’s sixth year-on-year decline in China retail sales during the first eight months of this year.
From January to August, Tesla sold 361,179 vehicles in China, a 6.91 percent decrease compared to the same period last year.
Mercedes C-Class Electric: A 500-Mile EV To Rival The BMW i3
It will have a similar ‘Iconic Grille’ to the GLC EQ, illuminated by hundreds of individual LEDs and even more range. Lire la suite…
LiDAR maker Hesai launches Hong Kong offering, set to begin trading on Sept 16
Hesai plans to raise up to $500 million in its secondary listing in Hong Kong, with shares set to begin trading on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange on September 16.
Hesai projects LiDAR shipments of 1.2 million to 1.5 million units for 2025.
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…
Mercedes-Benz unveils electric GLC
The Mercedes-Benz GLC has recently been the company’s most popular vehicle worldwide. Now, the German automaker delivered an all-electric version of its champion SUV. Scheduled to arrive in the first half of 2026, the new Mercedes-Benz GLC with EQ Technology is not just the old model with a battery pack – it’s a completely new vehicle built from the ground… Read more…
Avatr debuts futuristic Xpectra concept car
Avatr unveiled the Xpectra concept car ahead of the IAA Mobility show in Munich, Germany, featuring bold and luxurious interior and exterior designs.
The Xpectra measures 5,843 mm in length, and emphasizes an emotional connection with the real world.
Solar growth surges, but Trump roadblocks put 55 GW at risk
The US solar industry put nearly 18 gigawatts (GW) of new capacity on the grid in the first half of 2025. Even as the Trump administration rolled out anti-clean energy policies, solar and storage still made up 82% of all new power added to the grid in the first six months of the year. But the growth picture isn’t as sunny as it looks, according to the SEIA.. Read more…
Huawei-backed Shangjie H5 surpasses 80,000 pre-orders in 2 weeks
Shangjie began pre-sales for the H5 on August 25, with the SUV’s official launch set for September 23.
The H5 pre-sale starts at RMB 169,800, positioning it as the most affordable model under Huawei’s HIMA business.
