Donut Lab has raised €25 million, signed over ten commercial contracts with global OEMs and opened a UK R&D centre. The Helsinki e-mobility pioneer will showcase its versatile electric motor and platform technologies for land, sea and air vehicles at CES 2026. Read more…
Belgium: EnergyVision to install 5,000 EV charging points for SNCB
EnergyVision will install 2,500 chargers with 5,000 EV charging points at Belgian rail operator SNCB’s car parks by 2032. The ten-year concession includes installation, financing and operation, supporting the company’s goal to quadruple its national charging network. Read more…
Luxembourg bus operators accused of subsidy fraud
The European Public Prosecutor’s Office is investigating several bus companies in Luxembourg on suspicion of subsidy fraud. They allegedly received subsidies for electric vehicles that were never in operation. Read more…
Chevy’s BrightDrop Van Becomes A 270-Mile Electric Camper—Here’s What’s Inside
Thanks to its General Motors bones, the Grounded G3 RV is more than just a gimmick. And it’s compatible with Tesla Superchargers. Lire la suite…
Perth gains western Australia’s largest bus charging hub
Transperth, the public transport authority for the city of Perth, has deployed the first of 90 electric buses. This is amid a wider electrification push which will see Transperth’s Malaga depot gain the charging infrastructure necessary to support 110 electric buses. Read more…
Open all superfast chargers to public, says new rule in China
Chinese authorities have issued a new regulation ordering ‘supercharger’ networks to open to BEVs of all brands, in a bid to promote fair access. It could affect how Tesla, Li Auto, BYD, Xpeng and Zeekr operate across China. Read more…
Elaphe presents new high-performance in-wheel drive platform
Elaphe announced its new Sonic X product platform for high-performance wheel motors. This is designed to offer an output of up to 300 kW per wheel with an additional weight of just 25 kg, independent of the vehicle’s drivetrain. Compared to an electric axle with two motors, this means a weight reduction of 40 per cent. Read more…
Porsche’s electric Cayenne shatters records before even going official
In a rather brave move that redefines the auto industry playbook of hiding future models, Porsche has unleashed a prototype of its first all-electric Cayenne. And rather than just cruising city streets, the new SUV is breaking records and proving its mettle in ways most family SUVs could only dream of, suggesting the new Cayenne will be much more than… Read more…
Kia Unveils EV5: Electric SUV with 530 km Range and V2L Power
Kia’s new EV5 mid-sized SUV, built on Hyundai’s E-GMP platform, delivers up to 530 km range, fast charging, V2L/V2G power capabilities, and advanced safety. It will launch in Korea and Europe in late 2025. It will likely not be offered in the US. Read more…
Lectric XP Trike2 launched as the affordable new electric trike every senior needs!
The new Lectric XP Trike2, just unveiled today, is the hands-down winner in the best-bang-for-your-buck category of electric trikes. And as perhaps the longest-running electric bike reviewer in the industry, I can say that with confidence. I’ve seen a lot of electric bikes in my time. I’ve spent a lot of butt-in-saddle hours on e-trikes. But I’ve never before seen a value like this roll by on three wheels. Read more…
All the EVs you can buy with 0% financing in July, 2025
The feces-filled freight train of dystopian horrors rolls on with the passage of the Big Beautiful Bill and the untimely demise of the $7,500 federal EV tax credit. But if you’re ready to pull the trigger on a new EV this month, you’re in luck! There are plenty of great options with zero interest financing to choose from … and one with zero interest in general. Read more…
Stellantis starts production of new Fiat E-Ducato Cargo Box
Stellantis Pro One, the commercial vehicle arm of Stellantis, has launched production of new battery-electric versions of its Large Van ‘Cargo Box’ and recreational vehicles at its Atessa plant in Italy. The Cargo Box offers up to 20.5 m³ cargo volume, 323 km range, and 22 kW AC charging for a full recharge in 6 hours. Read more…
China NEV retail hits 1.11 million in Jun, highest so far this year
In June, China’s passenger NEV retail sales grew by 29.7 percent year-on-year and increased by 8.2 percent sequentially.
BEVs totaled 661,000 units in June retail sales, up 33.1 percent year-on-year, contributing 59.5 percent of NEV sales.
Nissan considers exporting EVs from China
Nissan is apparently making efforts to export electric cars from its Chinese plants to Southeast Asia, the Middle East and other regions from 2026, including the recently unveiled N7. The struggling car manufacturer is hoping that this will lead to a “rapid turnaround.” Read more…
New Flyer buses for New York county
Suffolk County in the US State of New York has placed an order for up to 132 New Flyer buses over the next five years. The new buses will serve a range of fixed routes and on-demand zones across the county. Read more…
Tesla’s Jun retail sales in China rebound to 61,484, second highest this year
Tesla’s retail sales in China grew 3.75 percent year-on-year in June, reversing two consecutive months of declines.
In the first half of the year, Tesla sold 263,410 vehicles in China, a decrease of 5.36 percent year-on-year.
Nio Firefly partners with HERE Technologies for overseas map data
Firefly will leverage the details of HERE’s global maps, including connected navigation and ADAS.
Firefly will also leverage HERE’s speed limit data to support EU-wide Intelligent Speed Assistance (ISA) requirements.
Kia readies sub-€25,000 electric city car
Kia has confirmed plans for a sub-€25,000 electric city car as part of its upcoming EV line-up, alongside a next-generation SDV platform and range-extender technology for larger models. The brand continues to balance EVs, hybrids, and combustion engines to meet global demand. Read more…
Nio explains why its JV with JAC being terminated
Nio said the joint venture was established to support joint production, but with Nio obtaining car-making clearance, there is no longer a need for it to continue.
Nio said that the move will not have any impact on its production or business operations.
Nio explains why its JV with JAC being terminated
Nio said the joint venture was established to support joint production, but with Nio obtaining car-making clearance, there is no longer a need for it to continue.
Nio said that the move will not have any impact on its production or business operations.
