The Nissan Leaf, a vehicle that for many represents the dawn of the mass-market electric car, is undergoing its most significant transformation yet. Shedding its familiar, friendly hatchback form, the next-generation Leaf emerges as a sharp, modern crossover. The company is betting that a complete redesign, coupled with major performance and technology upgrades, will attract a new wave of buyers… Read more…
DKV Mobility integrates MOL chargers into network
DKV Mobility has integrated the charging infrastructure of the energy company MOL into its Europe-wide roaming network. With immediate effect, charging processes at all 480 MOL charging points in Hungary, Romania, Slovenia, Croatia, the Czech Republic and Slovakia can be billed via DKV. Read more…
APM Terminals deploys fleet of electric terminal tractors in L.A.
APM Terminals Pier 400 announced that it will deploy the largest fleet of electric terminal tractors (ETTs) in the Port of Los Angeles. The initial deployment includes 10 fully commissioned ETTs from manufacturer Orange EV. Read more…
Tesla updates Models X & S and raises prices in the USA
Tesla has revised its Model S and Model X for the US market and is now charging 5,000 dollars more for the models. The range has improved for both models, however the top speed has lowered in exchange. Read more…
Arval brings Otovo on board for home charging with solar energy
The leasing provider Arval and the photovoltaic specialist Otovo are launching a programme for Arval customers to simplify the direct use of self-generated solar power for EV charging at home. The two parties have now agreed a partnership for Germany. Read more…
Reporting from China, EV Powerhouse of the World – Felix Hamer from Electric Felix
At the recent electrive LIVE online conference ‘EV Charging: Trends and Outlook’, fast-charging advocate Felix Hamer from the portal Electric Felix shared insights from his recent travels through China. His findings reveal a nation charging ahead on infrastructure, speed, and accessibility. Read more…
Suzuki reveals prices for its first EV, a twin to Toyota’s upcoming electric SUV
Suzuki revealed prices for its first EV, a twin to the upcoming Toyota Urban Cruiser. The e Vitarra will go on sale next month in an increasingly crowded market. Can it keep up with the Kia EV3 and other popular electric SUVs. Read more…
Tesla (TSLA) plans to pause production at Gigafactory Texas for second time in 2 months
Tesla (TSLA) has reportedly told employees that it will pause production at Gigafactory Texas, where it produces Model Y and Cybertruck vehicles, for the second time in as many months. Read more…
AMP Terminals deploys fleet of electric terminal tractors in L.A.
APM Terminals Pier 400 announced that it will deploy the largest fleet of electric terminal tractors (ETTs) in the Port of Los Angeles. The initial deployment includes 10 fully commissioned ETTs from manufacturer Orange EV. Read more…
Scania announces electric trucks with MCS port for 2026
Scania is promising the first electric trucks with an MCS charging port next year. As the commercial vehicle manufacturer announced at EVS38 in Gothenburg, Scania electric trucks equipped with the Megawatt Charging System (MCS) can be ordered from the beginning of 2026. Read more…
The EV Tax Credit Could Be Dead In Just 180 Days
Plus, Americans are pushing up their car buying plans due to tariffs and China’s EV industry is cash-starved. Read more…
Inductive charging project with Electreon begins in North Rhine Westphalia
In Germany, in a project called the ERS.T-NRW research project, researchers from the University of Wuppertal are now working with industrial partners Denso Automotive Deutschland, Electreon Germany and Strabag on the wireless charging of electric vehicles while driving. A central component of the project is the construction of a test track up to 400 meters long in Aldenhoven. Read more…
Electric wheel loader works below Munich’s historic city center
Construction equipment manufacturer Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) has released information on the first use of its all-electric L120 Electric large wheel loader in Europe. The electric construction vehicle is being used in Munich to build an underground train station beneath the historic German city centre. Read more…
The 2026 Nissan Leaf Has One Weird Charging Compromise
It has two charging ports, but you may still need an adapter anyway. Here’s why. Read more…
Honda’s New Electric eQuad Can Drive On Bike Lanes
Built at the same factory that made the Acura NSX, the delivery vehicle has swappable batteries. It’s meant for last-mile deliveries. Read more…
German PEM project “CellLab” aims to improve battery production
A new project in Germany aims to significantly improve the quality of manufacturing processes for automotive batteries. The Chair of Production Engineering of E-Mobility Components (PEM) at RWTH Aachen University is launching a new research program called “CellLab”. Read more…
Nissan to bring back the Leaf
Nissan has pulled the sheet off its Leaf today. The name is an obligation: in 2010, the first generation of the compact car was one of the early eMobility bandwagons. Now Nissan is presenting the third generation. On a new platform and with ambitious range promises. The order books are due to open in autumn. Read more…
Tesla gears up to start selling Tesla Semi electric truck in Europe
Tesla is gearing up to start selling its upcoming Tesla Semi electric truck in Europe with a new hire to develop the market. Read more…
Home solar/battery 30% incentive is over 180 days after Trump signs it – latest Senate bill
In the latest Senate version of the GOP’s budget and tax bill, better known as Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill, the 30% tax credit for home solar and batteries is going to be over 180 days from the time the President signs it. Read more…
Finally! The Nissan LEAF has been reborn as a new 2026 crossover, and it has NACS! [Video]
After years of development and months of teasers, Nissan has officially launched a reimagined version of the LEAF as a 2026 model year crossover, set to hit dealerships later this year. We will always love the original LEAF, but this new model is sharp and includes some well overdue upgrades, including a NACS port and Plug & Charge capabilities.. Read more…
