The ID.2 is finally out for testing. Volkswagen’s new entry-level EV was spotted out in public, giving us our closest look at the production model so far. Read more…
Pier 400 in Los Angeles to deploy 20 Orange EV electric terminal tractors
APM Terminals Pier 400 at the Port of Los Angeles will deploy 20 electric terminal tractors from Orange EV by the end of July. The EVs represent nearly 30% of Pier 400’s diesel terminal tractor fleet. Kansas City-based Orange EV has deployed more than 1,400 of its electric Class 8 terminal trucks with some 300… Read more…
EPC releases inverter to bring GaN power to medium-voltage motor drives
US-based Efficient Power Conversion (EPC), which supplies enhancement-mode gallium nitride (eGaN) power devices, has released a high-performance 25 ARMS, 3-phase BLDC motor drive inverter reference design. Powered by the EPC2304 eGaN FET, the EPC9196 inverter is designed for medium-voltage (96-150 V) battery-powered motor drive applications, including steering systems in automated guided vehicles (AGVs), traction motors… Read more…
First Drive in the Omoda 7: What Chery’s Mid-Size SUV Offers for Europe
The wave of Chinese newcomers shows no sign of slowing. On the contrary – Chery is now stepping up, aiming to launch in Europe with multiple brands and models. One of these is the Omoda 7, intended to help mark the company’s transition into a new era.
Polestar now available in France
The Swedish-Chinese EV brand from Geely has formally announced its expansion into France, with the Polestar 2, 3, and 4 now available for purchase. The market launch follows an initial delay due to a legal dispute. Read more…
Switzerland to introduce right to charge
The Council of States of the Swiss Federal Assembly has approved a motion by the National Council calling for binding requirements for access to charging stations for residents of rented flats. This obliges the Swiss government to create a legal framework to ensure the expansion of charging infrastructure in residential buildings. Read more…
Kia’s PV5 Electric Van Is A Volkswagen ID. Buzz-Beating Deal
Kia’s latest “Platform Beyond Vehicle” brings range, next-generation software and a compelling price tag. Read more…
The Hyundai Ioniq 6 N Looks Menacing. Can It Win Over Buyers?
The hot version of Hyundai’s streamlined electric sedan is believed to debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed next month. Read more…
Xpeng to introduce the G6 & G9 in Europe
In March, Xpeng presented the new model years of the G6 and G9 for the Chinese market. The VW partner has now also announced the revised models for Europe, with orders expected to be possible from mid-July. And the brand’s next e-SUV is already coming to China. Read more…
Personal electric flying machines are becoming dangerously affordable
There was a time when having your own plane was a pretty clear indicator that you were part of that upper crust of society. If it was a pricey and rare electric plane, then all the more. But those days are numbered as the influx of compact and powerful electric powertrain components collides with good old American entrepreneurism to create a number of interesting new electric flying machines that now make it cheaper to fly yourself than drive. Read more…
XPeng G7 goes on sale with in-house AI brains and a competitive price tag
In what can only be described as an attempt to control its own technological destiny, Chinese automaker XPeng has unveiled its latest electric SUV, the G7. The new model enters the world’s most competitive EV market not just with an attractive price, but with a powerful new piece of hardware developed entirely in-house: the Turing AI chip. The biggest story… Read more…
Renault demonstrates emergency services EV concept
Renault has just unveiled the vision 4rescue, a demo EV designed for use by emergency services in collaboration with Software République. It’s based on the Renault 4 E-Tech and has been developed in partnership with the fire service. Read more…
Cyclic Materials to open new recycling centre in Ontario
Cyclic Materials has announced a $25 million investment to open a centre of excellence for rare earth recycling in North America in Kingston, Ontario. Production is planned to kick off in early 2026. Read more…
Voi, Dott and Lime win Paris e-bike sharing tender
The three e-bike sharing companies will jointly operate as part of Paris’ e-bike sharing scheme for the next four years, following a successful tender process. Lime and Dott have had their licences in the city renewed, while Voi’s participation marks a major expansion for the company. Read more…
2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9: What Do You Want To Know?
With at least 300 miles of range across every trim level, striking looks and a Tesla NACS port, the Ioniq 9 is quite special. Read more…
‘Extreme-Right Totems’: Tesla Owners Go To Court Over Musk’s Politics
Plus, General Motors infuses $4 billion into U.S. production, and Volkswagen considers a smaller electric van after the ID. Buzz. Read more…
Kempower to build new electric bus depot in western Australia
Charge point operator Kempower is partnering with Charge Hub, Addelec and Swan Group on a large electric bus depot in Bayswater, Perth. The depot will have DC charging capacity for 132 buses and is set to start operations in mid-2026. Read more…
Kempower to build new electric bus depot in western Australia
Charge point operator Kempower is partnering with Charge Hub, Addelec and Swan Group on a large electric bus depot in Bayswater, Perth. The depot will have DC charging capacity for 132 buses and is set to start operations in mid-2026. Read more…
BYD Yangwang U7 deliveries start
BYD, the undisputed giant in the world of electric vehicles, has officially begun deliveries of the Yangwang U7, the latest creation from its ultra-luxury sub-brand. The large electric sedan is rolling into showrooms across China, aiming to carve out a slice of the premium EV pie. It is the clearest intent yet from BYD to expand its dominance in the… Read more…
China’s May registration statistics show continued growth among EVs
China reports around 1.3 million electric cars and plug-in hybrids sold in May. This means that almost every second new car produced in China last month was electrified: The e-share climbed to 48.7 per cent – higher than ever before. Read more…
