Apple hires Tesla’s former AutoPilot software director

November 08, 2021

According to the Bloomberg news agency, electronics giant Apple has hired another high-ranking Tesla engineer for its Titan project; former This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

SAS, Shell, and Vattenfall join forces for fossil-free e-fuel

November 04, 2021

Dutch oil giant Shell, Swedish energy provider Vattenfall, and Scandinavia’s leading airline SAS announced to jointly study the possibilitThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Volkswagen unwraps its electric SUV coupé ID.5

November 03, 2021

On Wednesday, Volkswagen has unwrapped its newest siblings in the EV range, the SUV coupé  ID.5 and the sporty variant with dual motors anThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Asking Alain Visser: ‘Lynk & Co victim of its success?’

November 03, 2021

Volvo’s sister brand Lynk & Co, just celebrating its fifth anniversary two weeks ago, is struggling to keep all of its 30 000 – or eveThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Renault’s new Kangoo E-Tech stretches range to 300 km

November 03, 2021

On 16 November, Renault will present to the public the new fully electric version of its popular compact van, baptized ‘Kangoo Van E-TECH ElThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Tesla opens Superchargers to third parties in Holland

November 02, 2021

Tesla is opening up a number of its Superchargers in the Netherlands to third parties as a test for the rest of Europe. The ‘non-Tesla SuperThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Brussels announces 250 extra charging stations

November 02, 2021

Next year, an additional 250 public charging stations of 7,4 or 11 kW, accommodating two e-cars simultaneously, will be installed in the BruThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Fiat presents new e-van and e-MPV with familiar names

October 29, 2021

Stellantis has presented a new generation of Fiat vans and a ‘reborn’ Multi-Purpose Van (MPV), a people carrier with familiar names: Scudo aThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

ZeroAvia to fly London-Rotterdam on hydrogen by 2024

October 28, 2021

British-American start-up in hydrogen-powered aviation, ZeroAvia, has signed an agreement with Dutch aviation partners to realize a zero-emiThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Ineos Grenadier gets hydrogen fuel cell variant

October 27, 2021

British global chemical company, Ineos, a specialist in producing ‘low-carbon’ hydrogen, is working on a hydrogen demonstration version of iThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Mercedes opens ordering for new C-Class PHEV

October 26, 2021

German carmaker Mercedes-Benz opened on Tuesday ordering for the plug-in version of its new C-Class, the C300e sedan, and estate. The latterThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Reborn Hertz orders 100 000 Tesla Model 3s

October 26, 2021

Rising again from the ashes after bankruptcy, international car rental company Hertz has ordered 100 000 Tesla Model 3s to make 20% of its fThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

ACEA: electric overtakes diesel sales in Europe

October 25, 2021

With 309 239 battery-electric (BEV) and 239 733 plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEV) sold, electric is overtaking diesel (414 179) for the first tThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

From the Ghent factory to the road: driving the Volvo C40

October 22, 2021

It’s blazing fast, despite its two tons and 200 kg of weight, and surprisingly sleek with its lowered black rooftop. Just two weeks after thThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

LeasePlan TCO index: EVs cheaper than ICE cars already

October 21, 2021

LeasePlan’s latest Car Cost Index 2021 is confirming what some carmaker’s bosses are saying recently: already today, electric cars are cost-This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Stellantis to roll out 15 000 EV charging points in EU

October 20, 2021

Stellantis will roll out a network of 15 000 EV public charging locations across Europe, open to everyone, but with extra benefits for StellThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Coldplay concerts empowered by 40 BMW i3 batteries

October 15, 2021

British rock band Coldplay wants its Music of the Spheres world tour to be as sustainable as possible and got the backup of BMW, providing aThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Hyvia unveils its first Renault Master on hydrogen

October 14, 2021

HYVIA, the joint venture between Renault and Plug Power, has unveiled its first prototypes of the Renault Master van on hydrogen. The latterThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Cupra sole D’Ieteren brand on Brussels Motor Show

October 13, 2021

Cupra, Seat’s performance brand, will be present at the Brussels Motor Show (BMS) from 14 till 23 January 2022, the Belgian importer D’IeterThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Ford Lommel invites senior citizens to go into a skid

October 12, 2021

Ford Belgium has invited some fifty senior citizens to go into a skid and sharpen their driving skills with modern cars on a Safe Drive TraiThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Allego to install 60 ultra fast-chargers at Van der Valk hotels

October 12, 2021

Dutch charging station specialist Allego is expanding its cooperation with Van der Valk hotel group to install 60 ultra-fast chargers ranginThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

One in five new Belgian cars registered is ‘electrified’

October 11, 2021

Last nine months, one in five new cars registered in Belgium was ‘electrified’ in some way. In total, 21,8% were battery-electric (BEV), fueThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

This is how MG’s tripled line-up takes stage

October 08, 2021

New details have emerged on the model offensive of Chinese-owned MG. The brand is updating its electric powertrains, introducing 11 kW chargThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Marc Coucke to invest in Dutch Ebusco electric buses

October 08, 2021

Belgian entrepreneur Marc Coucke will invest in Dutch electric bus manufacturer Ebusco, which wants to raise €300 million by going public This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Volvo’s first C40s Recharge roll from Ghent assembly line

October 07, 2021

On Thursday, Volvo Car Gent started producing Volvo’s second fully electric model, the C40 Recharge. The latter is a more streamlined crossoThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

GM’s Ultra Cruise: hands-free driving for 95% of time

October 07, 2021

At a two-day event for its investors, General Motors unveiled its plans to double its revenue with EVs and more services and software by 203This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Hitachi combines motor, inverter, and brake unit in EV wheel

October 06, 2021

At the Aachen Colloquium Sustainable Mobility, Japanese giant Hitachi is showing these days its new lightweight direct-drive system for EVs This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Dumarey to lose bet on take-over Spanish Nissan plants?

October 05, 2021

Nissan has started talks with possible buyers for its plants in Barcelona, Spain. Apparently, Belgian entrepreneur Guido Dumarey and his PunThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

IATA agrees on gigantic task of CO2-free aviation by 2050

October 05, 2021

The International Air Transport Association (IATA), grouping 290 airlines worldwide, has agreed on its yearly congress in Boston (US) to makThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Bpost to order 1 200 extra electric vans

October 05, 2021

Belgian bpost has ordered 400 new electric vans and will launch a tender by the end of this month for 800 more to be delivered before the enThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Foxconn to buy itself an American car factory

October 04, 2021

Taiwanese tech giant Foxconn, Apple’s primary contractor for making the iPhone, buys itself a car factory in the US. This particular case foThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Tesla delivers 20% more cars despite chip shortages

October 04, 2021

Tesla has delivered 241 300 cars in the third quarter of this year. That’s 20% more than the second quarter (201 250), already a record in tThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Swiss ABB claims ‘world’s fastest charger’ at 360 kW

October 01, 2021

Swiss global technology company ABB claims it has the world’s fastest electric car charger with its new 360 kW capable Terra 360, enabling aThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Audi Brussels’ BattMAN decides: second life or recycling?

October 01, 2021

What to do with it when an EV’s battery comes to the end of its life cycle in the car? Give it a second life as a stationary battery to storThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

First Lucid Airs roll off the assembly line

September 30, 2021

In Casa Grande, Arizona, the first Lucid Air electric sedans are rolling off the assembly line this week. The American startup claims it recThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

All-electric motor show on Bruges’ ‘t Zand Square

September 29, 2021

A sign of motor shows going to the public instead of vice-versa? Ten car dealers are setting up jointly what they call “the greenest showrooThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Nissan’s new Townstar EV wants to remain segment leader

September 29, 2021

You’ve seen this face before, haven’t you? Those rectangular but ever so slightly different headlights give it away. Nissan’s new Townstar iThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Flanders wants to double tax on classic cars

September 28, 2021

The Flemish government is looking for money to fill the hole the Covid-19 pandemic has made so far in the region’s budget and is targeting tThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Polestar goes public to become better Tesla challenger

September 28, 2021

On Monday, parent companies Volvo and Geely announced that they would bring their joint electric car company Polestar to the stock exchange This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Geely’s Geometry EX3: ‘most affordable five-seater EV’

September 27, 2021

Chinese Geely Auto Group, the parent company to Volvo, Polestar, Lotus, and Lynk & Co, is to launch via another daughter, Geometry, the This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Chips shortage to paralyze car industry even in China

September 24, 2021

The global chip shortage continues to paralyze the car industry. Audi Brussels halted production until the end of next week as the latest exThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Volvo swears off using leather in all future EVs

September 23, 2021

Following the example of its sister brand Lynk & Co, which uses materials from recycled fishing nets and PET bottles, Volvo today announThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Fiat transforms Lingotto rooftop track in hanging garden

September 23, 2021

Italian carmaker Fiat has transformed its historical test track on the rooftop of the Lingotto factory in Turin, dating back to 1922, into EThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Lotus presents lightweight chassis for EV sports cars

September 22, 2021

British sports car manufacturer Lotus, owned by Chinese Geely, presented its new lightweight chassis to underpin future electric sports carsThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

French Sailcoop: carbon-free sailing to replace flying

September 21, 2021

If your ‘flygskam’ (flying shame) level is high and you can spare a few extra days, why not take a sailboat for your next trip? To Corsica oThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Belgian Agoria Solar Team wins 24-hour European endurance race

September 20, 2021

The Belgian students of the Agoria Solar Team have claimed their second consecutive victory in the iLumen European Solar Challenge (iESC), aThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Belgian car fleet grows by 16 861 EVs and 104 109 hybrids

September 17, 2021

According to Statbel, the Belgian statistical office, the Belgian car fleet counted exactly 5 927 912 registered passenger cars on August 1sThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

GM advises to park fire-prone Bolt 15 meters from other cars

September 17, 2021

General Motors advises its Chevrolet Bolt customers to park their car at least 50 feet (15 m) away from other vehicles and on the top floor This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Ford sets up self-driving delivery service with Walmart

September 16, 2021

Ford Motor Company is setting up with Walmart, America’s biggest grocer, a pilot for self-driving delivery service in Austin (Texas), Miami This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Belgian Punch bids to build Nissan clone pickups on hydrogen

September 15, 2021

The Punch Group, owned by the Belgian Dumarey family, has placed an official bid to take over Nissan’s three Catalan factories in Spain to bThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Italy pleads for ICE-ban exception for its supercars

September 14, 2021

While the EU still has to agree on a proposed ban on new sales of internal combustion engines (ICE) by 2035, Italy apparently is lobbying beThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

VW opens one of EU’s most sophisticated battery labs

September 14, 2021

Under the flag of its Components department, German carmaker Volkswagen opened in Salzgitter on Monday one of Europe’s most sophisticated baThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

NIO to debut flagship ET7 in Germany end of 2022

September 13, 2021

According to a press release, Chinese luxury electric carmaker NIO announced in the aftermath of the Munich IAA motor show that it will debuThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.