Mercedes-Benz Trucks has launched sales of its electric eArocs 400. At the time of writing, the small-series model can be ordered in 13 EU markets. Production of the base vehicle will begin at the Mercedes-Benz plant in Wörth in the third quarter of 2026, followed by the integration of the electric drivetrain by the Paul Group. Read more…
Croatia funds 127 charging stations for electric buses
The Croatian Ministry of Economy has approved €12.3 million for twelve electric bus charging projects in a dozen cities. A total of 127 charging stations for e-buses will be set up in Split, Varazdin, Virovitica, Križevci, Krapina, Rijeka, Ludbreg, Šibenik, Osijek, Sisak, Pula, and Dubrovnik using these funds. Read more…
Europe’s New Big Electric SUV Solves A Problem American Families Know Well
The upcoming Skoda Peaq is a three-row electric SUV with a huge cargo area and a ‘Relaxation Package.’ Lire la suite…
China semi-solid battery adoption expands to light trucks on CALB launch
Semi-solid-state batteries are expanding into the light truck market as CALB launches a 400 Wh/kg product.
The battery supports 2C fast charging, capable of boosting power from 30% to 80% in 15 minutes.
ARENA backs NewVolt electric truck charging network with $25.3m
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) is backing the rollout of three open-access fast-charging hubs for electric trucks in Melbourne with up to $25.3 million, including support to improve fleet economics. Construction is underway, with the first site due in late 2026. Read more…
India extends subsidies for electric two-wheelers and rickshaws
The Indian government has extended the PM E-DRIVE subsidy program for electric two-wheelers and rickshaws. Additionally, the budget and target for the number of subsidised e-rickshaws have been adjusted. Read more…
Audi-FAW announces pricing for the A6L e-tron in China
Audi has started pre-sales for the A6L e-tron. This is the China-specific long-wheelbase version of the A6 e-tron, which is built in Ingolstadt. The electric sedan is manufactured by the Audi FAW NEV Company, which has just announced a new CEO. Read more…
BYD reportedly targets higher 2026 overseas sales of 1.5 million units
BYD management expressed confidence in achieving 1.5 million vehicle exports in 2026.
The new figure is 15% higher than the 1.3 million overseas sales target BYD announced earlier this year.
All New BMW i5 EVs Now Have A Native NACS Charge Port
BMW’s first NACS-equipped EV in the U.S. can now be had in all trim levels, not just the most expensive one. Lire la suite…
Wuling launches the 2026 Hongguang Mini EV
Wuling released the newest version of its famous small car in China, the 2026 Hongguang Mini EV. This tiny vehicle changed how people think about EVs by making them very cheap and easy to park. Some cars are getting bigger and more expensive, but Wuling is sticking to what it does best: building small cars for city life. The new… Read more…
Post-incentive slump: US EV sales down 28%
Following the end of the US tax credit last autumn, the fourth quarter was shaped by one-off effects. The Q1 data, now almost complete, provides the first clearer picture of market developments after the incentive ended—and confirms a largely unsurprising decline. Read more…
BYD secures new 2.6 GWh overseas energy storage order
BYD will supply 468 MC Cube-T energy storage systems to a project in Chile.
BYD’s energy storage business has been growing rapidly, with cumulative shipments exceeding 135 GWh as of 2025.
Take A Behind-The-Scenes Look At Slate’s Winter Testing
The small and affordable American-made electric pickup is just months away from going into production. Lire la suite…
Leapmotor to launch D19 on Apr 16 as it aims for 1 million deliveries this year
The EREV version of the D19 features a large 80.3-kWh battery, offering a pure electric range of up to 500 kilometers.
The 5,252-millimeter-long D19 boasts a 0-100 km/h acceleration time in the three-second level.
Xpeng sets Apr 2 launch for 2026 Mona M03 with in-house developed AI chip
Xpeng will launch the updated Mona M03 on April 2, bringing 750 TOPS of computing power to the sub-$20,000 market for the first time.
The new model is equipped with Xpeng’s in-house Turing AI chip, reflecting the company’s strategy to boost profit margins through hardware-software bundling.
Which early EV will become the first classic car of the electric era
Every automotive era has its classics, designs that transcend spec sheets and sales figure and, somehow, become more culturally relevant with age. Now, nearly thirty years into the modern era, it feels like it’s time to ask the question: Which early EV will become the first classic car of the electric era. Read more…
Tesla carelessly promotes ‘Full Self-Driving’ for driver losing his eyesight
Tesla North America’s official account on X promoted a video interview of a new Cybertruck owner who says his ophthalmologist recommended he buy a Tesla with “Full Self-Driving” because he is losing his eyesight. Read more…
GAC Toyota launches bZ7 electric sedan with Huawei tech to boost China sales
The Toyota bZ7, the second model developed primarily by a local Chinese team, starts at 147,800 yuan ($21,380) after limited-time incentives.
The sedan features Huawei’s smart cockpit and Momenta’s autonomous driving assistance technology.
Kia EV4 Long Range hatchback real life range test
Kia is rapidly expanding its EV lineup, the most recent addition to its fully-electric family is the being the EV4. It is offered in hatchback and sedan versions and is aimed primarily towards the European market. The car should bridge the gap between the smaller EV3 and the larger EV6. Today we got our hands on the Kia EV4 hatchback,… Read more…
BYD Denza opens pre-sales for second-gen D9 MPV with faster charging
The second-generation Denza D9 is equipped with BYD’s second-generation Blade Battery and flash-charging technology, enabling it to charge from 10% to 70% in just 5 minutes.
The pre-sales starting price of the updated MPV has been set at 389,800 yuan ($56,400).
