France celebrates 40 years of TGV

September 17, 2021

On 22 September 1981, French President François Mitterrand inaugurated the first high-speed rail TGV connection between Paris and Lyon. SinThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Brussels taxi sector ‘ready to hire 600 Uber drivers’

September 13, 2021

Waiting on the Brussels Region’ Taxi Plan, the sector has come up with its own proposals regarding the operating conditions of chauffeur-driThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Mercedes showcases also electric SUVs at IAA

September 10, 2021

In par with its latest EQS and EQE, Mercedes-Benz is going all-out on electric cars. That also includes their iconic Geländewagen or G-ClasThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

IAA: trend towards more (aero)dynamic style after SUV hype?

September 10, 2021

While the growing popularity of SUVs is still undeniable, the trend seems to be shifting from bulky, off-road-like cars to sleeker, lower, aThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

MoveBrussels MaaS app ready by the end of 2022

September 09, 2021

Brussels public transport’s CEO, Brieux de Meeûs, has confirmed in an interview: the operator’s new Mobility as a Service (MaaS) app will bThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

TEC’s self-driving shuttle test: ‘positive feedback’

September 09, 2021

On August 31, the TEC’s autonomous shuttle ended its six-month test phase in Louvain-la-Neuve as part of the Navajo Project. According to prThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Used-car market booms due to chip shortage

September 08, 2021

According to the latest data from the Belgian federation for the mobility sector, Traxio, the used car market is further taking off. In AuguThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

First test of Alstom’s hydrogen train in France

September 07, 2021

After successful trials in Germany and Italy, French train company Alstom hopes to bring its hydrogen-powered Coradia iLint on its home railThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

ALD Automotive invests in Belgian MaaS start-up Skipr

September 07, 2021

Born out of D’Ieteren’s mobility start-up incubator Lab Box, Skipr sees ALD Automotive enter its capital with a 17% stake. Specialized inThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Concept #1 previews smart’s electric future

September 06, 2021

At the IAA Mobility in Munich, tiny city-car manufacturer Smart has unveiled Concept #1, previewing the first electric production model undeThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Free public transport in Montpellier and Strasbourg

September 01, 2021

French cities are slowly but steadily shifting up toward free public transport. Strasbourg is the latest to join the gang by making public tThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

World is finally out of leaded gasoline

August 31, 2021

The world is out of leaded gasoline at long last as Algeria emptied the last barrels a month ago. This is what reports the United Nations EnThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Paris slows down to 30 kph

August 30, 2021

Following in the footsteps of many other cities in and out of France, such as Brussels, Paris introduces a citywide speed limit of 30 kph. This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

STIB-MIVB inaugurates new underground depot in Brussels

August 26, 2021

It measures 30 000 m3, 5,6 kilometers of rails, 27 switches, and has one 110-meter-long metro-wash. All of it is underground. The Brussels pThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Ford kicks off E-Transit real-world customer trials

August 25, 2021

Ford gives ten E-Transit prototypes to partners in the UK, Germany, and Norway to start real-world customer trials. Over six to twelve monthThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Kia plans two electric SUVs on E-GMP platform for 2022

August 25, 2021

Continuing with its strategy to have a line-up of eleven fully electric cars by 2027, South Korean carmaker Kia plans to launch two new elecThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Are hybrids still the future for endurance racing?

August 18, 2021

With the 24 Hours of Le Mans returning this weekend for their 89th edition, racing regulations are changing in the World Endurance ChampionsThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Belgium: used car market boom expected due to July floods

August 17, 2021

Due to the heavy floods in Belgium this July, an estimated 50 000 vehicles have been put out of service. Waiting for insurance reimbursementThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

France shuns transition to all-electric cars

August 13, 2021

With Europe setting in stone the end of the internal combustion engine for 2035, electric and hydrogen cars are set to take over. In spite oThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Brussels Airlines: 57% fewer passengers and €143 million loss

August 06, 2021

As the summer holidays are in full swing and air transport is taking off, Brussels Airline is at half-mast with an EBIT loss of 143 million This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Toyota remains cautious in spite of good results

August 05, 2021

On Wednesday, the Japanese manufacturer and world’s largest carmaker, Toyota, revealed its good health, having sold 2,14 million cars in theThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Belgian car market drops 38% in July alone

August 03, 2021

This July, Belgium saw 27 596 new vehicles being registered, 38% less than the same period last year. According to the Belgian Automotive FeThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Jaguar Racing commits to Formula E Gen3 era

July 23, 2021

Car manufacturer Jaguar Land Rover has announced its commitment to the Formula E Gen3 era starting in 2022-2023. The racing will be part of This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Brussels to knock down Herrmann-Debroux viaduct

July 23, 2021

On Thursday, the Brussels government approved the Delta Herrmann-Debroux Master Development Plan (PAD). The raised road will be demolished, This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Suzuki and Daihatsu join Toyota for carbon-neutral LCVs

July 22, 2021

Suzuki Motor Corporation and Daihatsu Motor Co. are working with Toyota to develop carbon-neutral small commercial vehicles and technologiesThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

French dieselgate continues with FCA Italy under investigation

July 14, 2021

After Renault, Volkswagen, and the French side of carmaker group Stellantis (Citroën and Peugeot), the French Office for the Repression of This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Belgian Plan Bureau: ‘autonomous cars increase traffic’

July 13, 2021

According to a recent study from the Belgian Federal Plan Bureau, a fully automated automotive fleet would probably lead to an increase in tThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Yeet! to bring 81 fast-chargers in Brussels and Wallonia

July 08, 2021

After having already announced a partnership with petrol station group MAES to bring 300 to 350 fast-charging stations in Belgium, Dutch EV This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Shell switches on Europe’s largest green H2 electrolyzer

July 07, 2021

Anglo-Dutch oil giant, Shell, has put its new 10 MW renewable hydrogen production plant into service. The biggest of its kind in Europe. TheThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Honda’s electric GM-based SUV to be called ‘Prologue’

June 29, 2021

The first electric SUV for the North American market from Japanese manufacturer Honda will be called Prologue. It will be based on GM’s UltiThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

EU approves Belgium’s €5,9 billion recovery plan

June 24, 2021

The European Commission has approved Belgium’s € 5,9 billion post-Covid recovery plan. It also pointed out the ambitious renewable aspect This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Europcar refuses Volkswagen’s €2,2 billion buyback offer

June 24, 2021

After selling its shares to investment company Eurazeo back in 2006, the Volkswagen Group is regaining interest in car rental specialist EurThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Ikea Belgium launches home battery solution

June 23, 2021

In partnership with Swedish Svea Solar, Ikea Belgium is growing its portfolio of green electricity solutions. After already offering solar pThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Ferrari appoints tech expert Benedetto Vigna as CEO

June 10, 2021

Six months after former head Louis Camilleri had to quit for personal reasons, Ferrari appoints Benedetto Vigna as its new CEO. Coming from This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

RER/DEM in Wallonia not completed before 2031

June 08, 2021

The construction of the Belgian Regional train (RER/DEM), originally planned to be completed by 2002, is still ongoing. The three lines connThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Brussels-Luxembourg rail connection in two hours by 2028

June 04, 2021

Before the European Transport Ministers’ reunion in Kirchberg, Belgian Mobility Minister Georges Gilkinet (Ecolo) and his Luxembourg counterThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Study: ‘French auto industry needs to innovate’

June 04, 2021

According to a recent study from audit firm KPMG, the French automotive industry could double its employees and increase its yearly turnoverThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Will summer 2021 become airport waiting time nightmare?

June 03, 2021

Air transport professionals worry about the possible upcoming chaos in airports this summer due to increased waiting times caused by the mulThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Volkswagen and Greece kickstart Astypalea project

June 03, 2021

Announced back in November 2020, Volkswagen Group and Greece have officially laid the first stones to transform the Astypalea island into a This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Brussels’ Villo! to launch e-bike booking service

June 02, 2021

Brussels’ shared bicycles Villo! is set to launch a new award system on its app to reward virtuous behaviors such as reporting breakdowns orThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Belgium and Europe: doubling rail freight volume by 2050

May 28, 2021

Gathered at the Athus Container Terminal (TCA), European Commissioner in charge of Transports, Adina Vãlean, and Belgian Mobility Minister,This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Total invest in Hype’s hydrogen taxis

May 27, 2021

On Wednesday, French petroleum group Total announced the purchase of a 20% share of Hysetco, the company managing the Hype hydrogen taxis ruThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Alston showcases new TGV M’s nose design

May 27, 2021

This Wednesday, French train manufacturer Alstom showcased the face of the SNCF’s future TGV M, which is set to enter service in 2024. ModulThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Ademe: ‘electric retrofit ideal for buses and city cars’

May 21, 2021

According to a French Agency for Ecological Transition (Ademe) study, the model of retrofitting a vehicle with an electric powertrain, or ‘rThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Stellantis terminates contracts with all European dealerships

May 20, 2021

On Wednesday, automotive group Stellantis has informed all its European dealerships, distribution services, and sales agents that their contThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.