Emil Frey has become the exclusive partner for Changan sales and service in the Netherlands. The Deepal S05 and Deepal S07 models will be the first to be available on the Dutch market. Read more…
Xpeng unveils next-gen Iron humanoid robot at 2025 AI Day
The next-generation Iron humanoid robot is equipped with three Turing AI chips from Xpeng, delivering 2,250 TOPS of computing power.
Xpeng aims to achieve mass production of advanced robots by the end of 2026.
Microlino production may move to China
There are considerations that the Swiss electric cabin scooter Microlino be built in China in the future. The founding family Ouboter criticised the lack of support for light electric vehicles in Europe, and is looking to other continents to build their business. Read more…
Mercedes Crashed An Electric Truck On Purpose. Here’s What Happened To The Battery
The company simulated a car hitting the side of an eActros 600 truck cab, which has a huge, 621 kWh battery. Lire la suite…
China NEV retail up 17% year-on-year to 1.4 million in Oct, preliminary CPCA data show
In October, China’s total passenger vehicle retail sales came in at 2.387 million units, up 6 percent year-on-year.
China’s NEV retail penetration rate was 58.7 percent in October and 53.0 percent year-to-date.
Genesis selects Ohme as exclusive home charging partner
Genesis Motor UK has announced its selection of Phme as its new and exclusive home EV charging partner. Under the new deal, Ohme will supply units, as well as provide installation services and support for Genesis’ customers. Read more…
Aurora extends driverless freight network to El Paso
Aurora Innovation has launched a new driverless freight corridor between Fort Worth and El Paso, Texas – marking its second autonomous route in the United States. As the company has now surpassed 100,000 driverless miles on public roads, it plans to deploy “hundreds of driverless trucks” in 2026. Read more…
UK BEV registrations surpass 2024 total
Battery-electric vehicles reached a 25.4% market share in October, their second-highest this year, as the UK’s EV market continues to grow steadily. However, the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) warns that proposed tax changes could jeopardise progress. Read more…
Royal Enfield unveils Flying Flea S6 scrambler-style electric motorcycle built for urban adventure
Royal Enfield’s new electric motorcycle brand, Flying Flea, just pulled the wraps off its second model – the scrambler-inspired FF.S6 – at EICMA 2025, and it’s an agile, tech-packed machine that brings serious trail-ready vibes to city streets. Read more…
Asahi Kasei licenses electrolyte technology to EAS Batteries
Asahi Kasei has signed a licensing agreement with Germany’s EAS Batteries for its acetonitrile-based electrolyte technology. The collaboration supports the development and market launch of a new ultra-high-power lithium-ion cell aimed at demanding mobility and industrial applications. Read more…
Volkswagen to develop system-on-chips in China
Volkswagen Group has announced plans for the development of its first self-designed system-on-chip (SoC) for intelligent driving in China. The chip will be developed by Carizon, a joint venture between Cariad and Horizon Robotics, and will support future Volkswagen models with advanced driver assistance and autonomous driving functions. Read more…
BMW confirms new i3
BMW CEO Oliver Zipse has confirmed the name i3 for the next Neue Klasse model during the company’s quarterly results call. Production is scheduled to begin in Munich in the second half of 2026, followed by rollouts at additional plants. Read more…
Xpeng to report Q3 2025 earnings on Nov 17 after record quarterly deliveries
Xpeng delivered 116,007 vehicles in the third quarter, marking its fourth consecutive quarter of record-high deliveries.
Xpeng delivered 355,209 vehicles from January to October, poised to achieve its annual delivery target ahead of schedule.
Xpeng to report Q3 2025 earnings on Nov 17 after record quarterly deliveries
Xpeng delivered 116,007 vehicles in the third quarter, marking its fourth consecutive quarter of record-high deliveries.
Xpeng delivered 355,209 vehicles from January to October, poised to achieve its annual delivery target ahead of schedule.
Tesla appoints local CEO in India amid renewed market push
Tesla has appointed an India CEO to lead its local operations, signalling a stronger commitment to the market. The company is changing its leadership strategy to involve more local expertise following its muted start in the third quarter. Read more…
Xpeng to launch 3 robotaxi models in 2026 and kick off trial operations
These robotaxis will be equipped with four Xpeng-developed Turing AI chips, delivering up to 3000 TOPS of computing power.
Xpeng also plans to introduce higher-spec Robo trims for some existing models next year, delivering Level 4 autonomous driving capabilities.
Fraunhofer IWS launches DRYplatform to accelerate dry-coating battery research
Fraunhofer IWS has inaugurated its DRYplatform, a flagship facility for scaling solvent-free electrode coating from laboratory to near-industrial level. The facility is designed as a lighthouse project for transferring the dry electrode-coating process from research to industry. Read more…
Toll Group & Coca Cola to purchase Volvo electric trucks in Australia
Australian freight company Toll Group is introducing a new fleet of electric trucks in collaboration with Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP). Twelve Volvo FE Electric trucks will replace the existing diesel vehicles in CCEP’s Australian delivery network. Read more…
The $45,000 Rivian R2 Will Be Able To Power Your Home
Rivian’s make-or-break R2 SUV will be fitted with a newly designed control module that enables bidirectional charging. Lire la suite…
VW to develop smart driving chips with Horizon Robotics in China
The chip is expected to be delivered within the next 3-5 years, with a single-chip computing power of about 500 to 700 TOPS.
Volkswagen said that the chip is specifically designed for China’s complex road environments and diverse driving scenarios.
