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BYD Delivered Record 506,804 New Energy Vehicles in November
Chinese biggest electric vehicle maker BYD continues its impressive sales streak, delivering 504,003 passenger new energy vehicles (NEVs) in November 2024. This represents a 67.2% year-over-year increase and a slight 0.7% month-over-month growth. BYD sold 2,801 commercial NEVs last month, up 433.52 percent from a year ago and up 31.44 percent from October. In total, […]
Labatt Breweries acquires 10 new Volvo VNR Electric trucks
Labatt Breweries of Canada has acquired 10 new electric trucks for its logistics operations in Quebec. The purchase is the largest single order of VNR Electric trucks for Volvo Trucks in Canada, representing nearly 25 per cent of their deliveries. Labatt’s latest investment is in addition to the recent announcement of the purchase of it’s first zero-emission mobile service repair […]
Daimler Buses to deliver 350 Mercedes-Benz eCitaro buses to City of Hamburg
Daimler Buses has been confirmed by Hamburger Hochbahn AG as the sole supplier of up to 350 fully electric Mercedes-Benz eCitaro and eCitaro G city buses. Over the next five years, the new solo and articulated buses are to be delivered to the northern German city of Hamburg. Hamburger Hochbahn AG was particularly impressed by the low total cost […]
Mahindra Launches BE 6e And XEV 9e Electric Coupe SUVs In India
Mahindra has rewritten the rules of electric mobility in India with the launch of its flagship electric coupe SUVs, the BE 6e and XEV 9e. They are built on its new electric origin architecture INGLO and are powered by MAIA (Mahindra Artificial Intelligence Architecture). These vehicles embody Mahindra’s vision of “Unlimit India”— an era where […]
BMW to open EV battery recycling center in Bavaria
The BMW Group is building a Cell Recycling Competence Center (CRCC) for battery cells in Kirchroth, in the Straubing-Bogen district of Lower Bavaria, where it will implement a process referred to as “direct recycling”. This innovative procedure enables residual materials from battery cell production, as well as whole battery cells, to be mechanically dismantled into […]
BYD Reaches 10 Million New Energy Vehicle Milestone
One of the biggest electrified vehicle maker BYD, celebrated the roll-off of its 10-millionth new energy vehicle (NEV) at the Xiaomo Production Base in the Shenzhen-Shanwei Special Cooperation Zone. Achieving the milestone of 10 million NEVs is a testament to BYD’s steadfast commitment to sustainable development. The company is now the first automaker in the […]
Range Rover Electric undergoes extreme conditions testing in the United Arab Emirates
Range Rover Electric prototypes are currently in one of the world’s most unforgiving climates, undergoing the most intensive testing any Range Rover has ever endured. As part of the gruelling development of the first all‑electric Range Rover, the United Arab Emirates is the proving ground for a searing desert assessment. Vehicle performance and efficiency are […]
Milence announces its first charging hub in the Spain
Milence, the joint venture between Daimler Truck, the TRATON GROUP, and Volvo Group, announces the development of its first charging hub in Spain, located in Zaragoza. With this first hub, Spain becomes Milence’s eighth market and strengthens its commitment to develop Europe’s largest public charging network for heavy-duty electric. The charging hub is located in […]
Volkswagen Group and SAIC Motor extend their joint venture agreement until 2040
Volkswagen Group and SAIC Motor announced on Wednesday that they have signed an extension for their joint venture contract in Shanghai until 2040. By extending the agreement, the partners are creating early planning security beyond 2030 in a very dynamic development phase of the Chinese automotive market. At the same time, Volkswagen and SAIC are […]
FIAT E-Ducato electric van enters series production at the Atessa plant
FIAT Professional announced the official start of production for the E-Ducato —the all-electric version of the FIAT Professional Ducato—at the Atessa plant in Italy. In Europe, a major achievement is the strong presence of the FIAT Professional Ducato, Stellantis’ first large van with a market share of 11.2% within its segment. With a reputation as Italy’s […]
GAC Unveils Three New Electrified Models: S7, AION UT, HYPTEC HL
GAC Group, one of China’s largest automobile manufacturers, unveiled three new models at the Guangzhou Auto Show 2024, spanning the electric, extended-range, and plug-in hybrid segments: the S7, AION UT, and HYPTEC HL. The S7, a large five-seater SUV that GAC says is its first “advanced intelligence” vehicle, boasts a 2.6-meter light strip, third-gen PHEV […]
SkyDrive and SAI Flight Unveil Plans for Commercial Electric Air Taxi Routes in South Carolina
SkyDrive, Japan-based manufacturer of eVTOL aircrafts, SAI Flight, one of the largest private jet charter companies in South Carolina, and Greenville Downtown Airport, the state’s busiest general aviation hub, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to jointly develop innovative business opportunities utilizing the cutting-edge SkyDrive eVTOL aircraft. The collaboration will focus on advancing air-cargo, […]
Vauxhall introduces new, lower pricing on Grandland Electric
Vauxhall has announced revised pricing on New Grandland Electric, with savings of up to £4,700. Design and GS models are both now priced under £40,000, resulting in significant VED, or ‘road tax’, savings. Prices for New Grandland Electric now start from £37,345 in Design trim, representing a saving of £3,650. GS is priced at £38,495 […]
Rivian receives $6.6 billion conditional loan approval from DOE to build Georgia EV plant
American all-electric automaker Rivian Automotive announced on Monday it has received conditional commitment from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Advanced Technology Vehicle Manufacturing (ATVM) Loan Program for a loan of up to $6.6 billion (including $6 billion of principal and approximately $600 million of capitalized interest) to accelerate its growth and leadership of electric vehicle […]
Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 enters series production at Wörth plant
The electrification of the product range at Daimler Truck is progressing: The company last week celebrated the series launch of the Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 for long-distance haulage at the Mercedes-Benz plant in Wörth. The start was made in the presence of Karin Rådström, CEO of Daimler Truck, and Daniela Schmitt, State Minister for Economics, Transport, […]
California Surpasses 2 Million EVs Sold Milestone In Q3
California is driving the transition to a zero-emissions future, having surpassed 2 million EVs sold statewide—more than any other state in the nation. According to the latest data from the California Energy Commission (CEC), in Q3 2024 alone, Californians purchased 115,897 EVs, making up 26.4% of all new vehicle sales in the state. With 30.3% […]
Renault Trucks to start sales of long range E-Tech T electric truck in H2 2025
Renault Trucks will be taking orders for an extension of its Renault Trucks E-Tech T model in second half of 2025. With a range of 600 km on a single charge, this vehicle opens up new prospects for the decarbonisation of long-haul transport. With 30 million kilometres of use by hauliers, Renault Trucks electric trucks […]
The 2025 Audi e-tron GT lineup now has a price tag in the US
The Audi e-tron GT family in the US now includes an S e-tron GT model as the entry to the 2025 lineup. The new model builds on the dynamic credentials of the 2024 RS e-tron GT and goes a step further to deliver more power and more range. Also new for this year is an […]
Candela Closes $40M Funding Round to Meet Demand For Electric Foiling Ferries
Globally, waterborne transport accounts for 3% of greenhouse gas emissions—a challenge Candela aims to tackle with its revolutionary electric hydrofoil technology. This innovation enables operators to switch to sustainable electric vessels, providing shorter travel times, more frequent departures, enhanced comfort, and significantly reduced operational costs compared to traditional ships. The new $14 million (€13 million) […]
California Could Offer $7,500 Rebates in the Face of Federal Cuts
Governor Gavin Newsom announced Monday that California will offer $7,500 rebates for electric vehicles if the federal EV tax credit is eliminated by the incoming Trump administration. Trump’s transition team has signaled plans to prioritize cutting the federal EV tax credit, citing it as a straightforward target for a likely Republican-controlled Congress. The move is […]
Fiat 500e Giorgio Armani Collector’s Edition Unveiled In LA
At the 2024 Los Angeles Auto Show, Fiat revealed the new 2025 Fiat 500e Giorgio Armani Collector’s Edition. An embodiment of made-in-Italy design, the Fiat 500e Giorgio Armani Collector’s Edition is a statement piece, reflecting Giorgio Armani’s expertise and the refined artistry of Fiat’s Centro Stile design studio in Turin, Italy. Produced at the Fiat […]
Hyundai, Kia recall over 208,000 EVs for power loss risk
Hyundai and Kia are recalling over 208,000 electric vehicles due to a faulty charging control unit. A faulty Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) charging control unit can cause a complete loss of power, significantly increasing the risk of accidents. The affected models include: – Hyundai: 2022-2024 Ioniq 5, 2023-2025 Ioniq 6, – Genesis: 2023-2024 GV60, […]
BMW launches new battery testing center in Wackersdorf
One year ago, the BMW Group announced plans to build a new battery testing center at the Wackersdorf location. Now, the initial phase has come on-stream as planned. Scheduled for completion in late 2025, the site, which spans over 8,000 square metres, will rigorously test individual battery cells, complete high-voltage batteries and other electric powertrain […]
VinFast starts US customer deliveries of VF 9 electric SUV
VinFast Auto has officially commenced delivery of its flagship VF 9 all-electric, 7-passenger, 3-row SUV to U.S. customers. The VF 9 is now available for delivery across VinFast’s retail store network in California and through its dealerships, with prices starting at $69,800 for the Eco version and $73,800 for the Plus version. The first VF 9 customers received their vehicles during […]
Mercedes-Benz Wörth plant opens fast-charging park for electric trucks
The Mercedes-Benz Wörth plant recently celebrated the opening of the new charging park for electrically powered trucks supplying the plant with the commissioning of six new fast-charging stations for trucks. The construction of the fast-charging park at the Wörth site is an important milestone in the further electrification of road freight transport: Mercedes-Benz Trucks is […]
Candela P-12 Flying Electric Ferry is Coming to Lake Tahoe
Skiers in Tahoe will soon reach the slopes faster, as Candela and FlyTahoe announce the introduction of the first U.S.-based Candela P-12, a groundbreaking foiling electric ferry, on Lake Tahoe. With Lake Tahoe attracting over 15 million outdoor enthusiasts year-round, road congestion has become an ever-increasing problem. Travellers often find themselves stuck in long car lines, especially in winter, […]
EVgo and Meijer to Install up to 480 New Fast Charging Stalls at Meijer Locations Across Midwest
EVgo, one of the largest public fast charging networks for electric vehicles in the U.S., announced an expansion to its longstanding partnership with Meijer, a Midwest grocery retailer, to bring more public fast charging infrastructure to Meijer store locations throughout its six-state footprint. As part of this expanded relationship, EVgo plans to deploy up to […]
Northvolt files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in the US
The Swedish EV battery manufacturer, Northvolt AB, and certain of its subsidiaries voluntarily filed for Chapter 11 reorganization in the United States. By enabling the company to restructure its debt, appropriately scale the business to current customer needs and secure a sustainable foundation for continued operation, these Chapter 11 filings will help Northvolt to implement […]
Kia celebrates a decade of EV sales in the UK
10 years ago, Frozen was trending at the box-office, Pharrell Williams’ ‘Happy’ rang out across radios worldwide, and social media was awash with ALS ‘Ice Bucket Challenge’ videos. Kia also commenced UK sales of the first-generation Soul EV on 11 November 2014, marking the brand’s first step into the EV market. A decade later, Kia has evolved from an […]
NIO launches Its Third Brand: Firefly
Chinese premium electric vehicle maker NIO officially unveiled its third brand, Firefly, along with its first product sharing the same name. Positioned in the boutique compact car market, firefly aims to further expand NIO’s product portfolio and leverage existing sales channels to drive growth efficiently. According to NIO, Firefly will exceed user expectations in design, […]
Honda Opens Demonstration Production Line for Solid-State Batteries
Japanese automaker Honda unveiled the demonstration production line for all-solid-state batteries, which is being developed independently by Honda toward mass production. The line was constructed on the property of Honda R&D Co., Ltd. (Sakura), located in Sakura City, Tochigi Prefecture, Japan. While conducting technical verification to establish a mass production process on this demonstration line, […]
Jaguar Unveils New Logo and Branding, Teases Radical EV Concept
Luxury automaker Jaguar has unveiled a fresh brand identity, including a new logo, as it prepares to relaunch as an all-electric brand. The British company, owned by Tata Motors, will introduce three new electric vehicles in 2026. To focus on this electric-only future, Jaguar ceased sales of new gasoline and diesel models over a year […]
501 hp Kia EV9 GT unveiled at the LA Auto Show
Kia America today unveiled the high-performance 2026 Kia EV9 GT SUV at the LA Auto Show. With an estimated 501 horsepower propelled through dual electric motors mounted front and rear, the EV9 GT is targeted to hit 60 mph in just 4.3 seconds and represents the most powerful three-row SUV Kia has ever produced. An electronically controlled suspension, […]
EU Car Market Sees Mixed Results in October 2024, EV accounted for 14.4% market share
The European car market experienced a mixed bag of results in October 2024. While overall registrations inched up 1.1%, significant variations were observed across different segments and markets. Ten months into 2024, new car registrations stabilized, reaching 8.9 million units year-to-date. The battery-electric car market share for October 2024 remained stable at 14.4%. The year-to-date volumes dropped […]
First BMW Neue Klasse test vehicles roll off production line
Production of test vehicles is ramping up and the first near-series fully-electric X models for the Neue Klasse are now leaving the production line at the BMW Group Plant Debrecen in Hungary. This marks the beginning of the final preparation phase for the start of series production in late 2025. With vehicles now approaching series […]
Cadillac LYRIQ is the best-selling midsize luxury EV SUV in the US
The Cadillac LYRIQ is resonating with car buyers across America who value luxury, practicality, and all-electric capability. In the first three quarters of 2024, the LYRIQ was the best-selling vehicle in its class. From January through September 2024, more than 20,000 new LYRIQs were sold in the U.S. LYRIQ sold more than 3,000 units in […]
2025 Kia EV6 debuts in LA with design updates, more tech, and bigger battery
After making a bold entrance into the EV market nearly three years ago and earning numerous industry accolades, including the 2023 North American Utility Vehicle of the Year, a significantly refreshed Kia EV6 was unveiled today at the Los Angeles International Auto Show. Featuring updated front and rear designs, enhanced premium interior touches, and newly […]
Hyundai IONIQ 9 Electric SUV Unveiled: Big on Space - Bigger on Innovation
Hyundai Motor Company unveiled IONIQ 9, a three-row, all-electric SUV with expansive interior space that fuses cutting-edge design and innovative electric vehicle technology. IONIQ 9 was unveiled at the iconic Goldstein House in LA, a celebrated example of mid-century modern architecture. This unique venue reflects Hyundai Motor’s vision of positioning its IONIQ lineup as a […]
BYD introduces SEALION 7 electric SUV to European market
Chinese biggest EV maker BYD introduced the BYD SEALION 7 to European customers. The BYD SEALION 7 is the seventh pure-electric car to be launched by BYD in Europe, and the fourth model in the Ocean Series, after the DOLPHIN, SEAL and SEAL U. With an overall length of 4,830 mm and a wheelbase of […]
Xiaomi Raises EV Delivery Target for Third Time
Xiaomi Corp. has once again revised its electric vehicle delivery target for this year, aiming to deliver 130,000 units. This upward adjustment marks the third time the company has increased its forecast, as the demand for its first EV model, the SU7 sedan, continues to surge. CEO Lei Jun announced the new target on social […]