“There needs to be an electric vehicle charging station etiquette class.” Lire la suite…
‘They Lose Their Minds:’ EV Driver Says There Are 2 Types Of People At Chargers. Which Are You?
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.
CATL expects its Hungarian plant to begin production by early 2026
The facility is CATL’s second European plant besides its German operation, with an annual capacity target of 100 GWh.
CATL unveiled the Shenxing Pro Battery in Europe, the first product featuring its latest NP 3.0 technology.
CATL launches Shenxing Pro battery for European EV market
The Shenxing Pro is the first product featuring CATL’s latest NP 3.0 technology, targeting Europe’s EV market with high safety, ultra-fast charging, and long range.
The Shenxing Pro comes in two variants, offering a long-life version and an ultra-fast charging version.
Inflation is back – but not here! These EVs are actually CHEAPER for 2026
Inflation is back, with prices rising 2.7% compared to last year (and that doesn’t include food, fuel, or rent, which are up even more), which is objectively bad. But it’s not true that everything is getting more expensive. These inflation-busting EVs are heading into 2026 with prices that are lower than they were in 2025. Read more…
Renault 5 E-Tech review
The Renault 5 was an urban lifestyle icon from the 1970s and 80s and many have fond memories of it to this day. Its Turbo variants became a rally icon and the regular models mobilized the masses thanks to their simplicity and reliability. The Renault 5 achieved legendary status over its two generations and 25-year production run. Table of Contents:… Read more…
Sennebogen 824 G Electro Battery material handler promises 24/7 power
Sennebogen’s new 824 G Electro Battery material handler is being put through its paces at a recycling site in Munich’s Aubing district. And, thanks to its innovative grid-connected/battery system, it never has to stop to recharge. Read more…
