Car market still lagging behind, BMW stays number one

May 04, 2021

With 37 192 registered new vehicles in April, the car market in Belgium is still lagging far behind compared to 2019 (-30,5%). The number onThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Aiways announces U6 and gets CATL investment (update)

May 04, 2021

The recently started Chinese (Shanghai) EV car manufacturer Aiways has announced it will launch a second model this year. The U6 will be theThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Williams & Italdesign develop their own EV platform

May 03, 2021

Williams Advanced Engineering (WAE) and Italdesign have joined forces to develop a modular EV platform. It will be fit for building a wide vThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Stellantis number one in EU in first quarter sales 2021

April 30, 2021

Stellantis, the recent fusion between FCA and PSA, takes the top spot among automakers in Europe, with a market share of 23,6% in Q1 2021. TThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

VW presents sporty ID.4 GTX with AWD

April 29, 2021

Volkswagen has just presented the first all-wheel-drive model in the ID. Family. The GTX suffix indicates that it belongs to the sporty versThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Electric LCVs are coming under st(r)eam

April 28, 2021

Lately, the announcements of electric versions of current or future light commercial vehicles (LCVs) are becoming warp and weft. The latest This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

First fully electric Ferrari scheduled for 2025

April 27, 2021

At Ferrari’s annual general assembly, chairman John Elkann unveiled that the iconic brand will bring a fully electric Ferrari in 2025. “It wThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Almost unnoticed, Hyundai has become a trendsetter

April 27, 2021

A few months ago, Hyundai amazed the world with its Ioniq 5. Hyundai has become one of the car manufacturers that features the most current This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Lebanon launches its first EV, the ‘Quds Rise’

April 26, 2021

A Lebanon-made electric car was presented last Saturday, despite the country struggling with a huge economic crisis and frequent power cuts.This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

No Tokyo Motor Show in 2021

April 23, 2021

For the first time since its existence (starting in 1954), there will be no Tokyo Motor Show in the fall of 2021. The Japanese car manufactuThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Belgian new car market worst in 10 years

April 23, 2021

Manufacturer and importer federation Febiac has analyzed the first-quarter sales in Belgium and notes that they’re the worst in 10 years. BeThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Plug&Charge finally to be implemented?

April 22, 2021

Major players in the business have agreed to implement Plug&Charge as standardized by ISO before the second half of this year. CompaniesThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

V2G takes shape in first smart charging area at Sweco HQ

April 22, 2021

Swedish engineering bureau Sweco chose to make its new Belgian headquarters climate-neutral and installs a vehicle-to-grid smart charging arThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Volvo and DiDi to collaborate on autonomous driving

April 20, 2021

Volvo Cars and DiDi Autonomous Driving, the self-driving technology arm of Didi Chuxing, have signed a strategic collaboration agreement on This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

VW’s ID.6, a seven-seater SUV only for China

April 20, 2021

At the Auto Shanghai motor show, VW has presented the ID.6, the third model in the ID. family for the Chinese market. Like the ID.4, this alThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

BMW expects solid-state battery in 2030

April 20, 2021

BMW Group has announced its intention to realize a solid-state battery suitable for automotive use in series production by the end of this dThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Geely shows first EV from new brand Zeekr, the 001

April 19, 2021

Geely’s recently presented premium electric brand Zeekr has officially unveiled its first model, the production version of the Zero ConcepThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

EQB is Mercedes’ family EV

April 19, 2021

Not even a week after the official launch of the EQS electric flagship, Mercedes launches another fully electric car, the EQB. The more boxyThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Is the European car market starting to recover?

April 16, 2021

While in the first two months of this year, the European market was still suffering, March appeared to be much more inspiring, lifting the tThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Mercedes EQS, the first real luxury EV?

April 16, 2021

On Thursday evening, Mercedes finally revealed its EV flagship. The EQS is a luxurious sedan that wants to get rid of some prejudices about This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Six EU members stop financing fossils for export

April 15, 2021

Six EU member states have launched a coalition with the UK called ‘Export Finance for Future’ (E3F) that wants to stop public financing of eThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Audi Q4 e-tron set to fight BMW iX3 and Mercedes EQA

April 15, 2021

Audi has finally unveiled its first two MEB models, the Q4 e-tron and Q4 Sportback e-tron. According to Audi boss Markus Duesmann, the e-SUVThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

What about France’s automobile future?

April 14, 2021

The world of car manufacturing is changing quickly: energy transition and dislocation threaten many West-European countries’ car industry. IThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Polestar 2 model range to be expanded

April 13, 2021

Polestar, the Chinese car manufacturer that is part of Geely Auto, broadens its offer. There was only one version of the Polestar 2 model avThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

MG shows Cyberster concept car

April 13, 2021

Chinese car manufacturer MG (part of the SAIC group) has shown a brand new sports car concept in Shanghai. The MG Cyberster is an open roadsThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

BMW scores best first quarter ever

April 13, 2021

In the first three months of the year, the BMW Group delivered a total of 636 606 BMW, Mini, and Rolls-Royce vehicles to customers (+33,5%) This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Citroën’s new flagship is the C5 X

April 12, 2021

Today, French carmaker Citroën, a member of the Stellantis Group, presents its new flagship, the C5 X. It’s a crossover concept, combining This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Biden’s plans to boost e-mobility

April 09, 2021

Recently US President Joe Biden unveiled his two-trillion-dollar investment plan. Now details are emerging about the e-mobility investments This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Punch Powertrain in heavy weather

April 09, 2021

The car industry supplier Punch Powertrain in Sint-Truiden (east of Belgium) is having serious problems again. After 138 people leaving the This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Traxio: second-hand car sales on the rise in March

April 09, 2021

Car sector federation Traxio has noted a serious increase in second-hand cars’ sales and speed pedelecs in March. To be more realistic aboutThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Norway enthralled by electrified cars (85% market share)

April 08, 2021

In the past months, the Norwegian car market had a dip, and also the electrified cars suffered. Now the market is jumping up again, and the This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Polestar: ‘We want a truly climate-neutral car by 2030’

April 08, 2021

One of the striking items in car manufacturer Polestar’s first annual review is the aim to create the first truly climate-neutral car by 203This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Volvo Cars: best first quarter in history

April 07, 2021

Volvo Cars reported the best first quarter in its history. The company’s global sales increased by 40,8% compared to the same period last This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Mercedes reveals details of EQS and thinks about an EQG

April 07, 2021

While the official world première of Mercedes’ EQS flagship is in a week, Mercedes has already revealed some key technical data. At the samThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

BMW CEO no fan (yet) of dedicated EV platforms

April 06, 2021

Recently, BMW CEO Oliver Zipse gave a series of boardroom interviews entitled “Delivering Net Zero”. He told the news agency Reuters, foThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Kia EV6 officially launched (update)

April 06, 2021

Last week, the new electric flagship of South-Korean car manufacturer Kia was officially launched. The EV6 wants to symbolize the new brand This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Mercedes-AMG reveals electrification strategy

April 01, 2021

Mercedes-AMG has officially announced the details of its electrification strategy. Mercedes’ sporty daughter will launch performance hybridsThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Was Volkswagen pulling our leg? Yes it was. (Update)

April 01, 2021

The marketing stunt of the German VW Group is turning against her. On Tuesday, Volkswagen of America leaked a marketing message: the companyThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

BMW and Daimler joined by BP in charging developer DCS

March 31, 2021

BP has agreed to join BMW Group and Daimler Mobility AG in developing charging networks. Under the agreement, BP will become a 33.3% partnerThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Ford Mondeo will disappear next year

March 30, 2021

Ford of Europe’s electrification program will make long-time icon Mondeo disappear at the beginning of next year. The Galaxy and S-Max MPVs This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Mercedes EQS has ‘hyperscreen’ dashboard

March 30, 2021

German car manufacturer Mercedes-Benz published the first details and photos of the interior of its electric luxury sedan EQS. The world preThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Dieselgate: VW claims damages from former CEOs

March 29, 2021

More than five years after the dieselgate scandal broke out, Volkswagen is claiming damages from its former CEOs Martin Winterkorn (73) (VW This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Peugeot’s new 308 will also be an EV (Update)

March 29, 2021

Two weeks ago, Peugeot launched the brand-new 308. The car will first be available with conventional ICE engines and in an electrified form This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Tesla has more than 6 000 superchargers in Europe

March 26, 2021

Electric car manufacturer Tesla now has more than 6 000 superchargers all over Europe. They’re clustered in 601 locations in 27 European couThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Global car production back to 2010 level (-16%)

March 26, 2021

The worldwide car production fell by 16% in 2020 to 78 million vehicles. This was reported by the international organization of car manufactThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Toyota blows hot and cold on EVs (bis)

March 25, 2021

Toyota’s director of Energy & Environmental Research, Robert Wimmer, has pointed out before the American Senate “the tremendous challeThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

US President Biden under pressure to phase out ICE

March 25, 2021

Two Californian senators, Alex Padilla and Dianne Feinstein, both Democrats, are putting pressure on President Joe Biden (also Democrat) to This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Which Europeans are most interested in EVs?

March 24, 2021

Practically everybody agrees that the car market is reaching a turning point and that the energy transition is near. But which European citiThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Geely to launch new EV premium brand Zeekr (Update)

March 24, 2021

Geely, the Chinese car manufacturing group, has now confirmed that it is planning a new brand called Zeekr to be positioned in the premium sThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Is Tesla spying on us?

March 23, 2021

According to the governmental authorities in China, Tesla is spying for the USA through the data it collects from its cars. Beijing has deciThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Seat wants to build 500 000 EVs per year

March 23, 2021

Seat announced that at its annual press conference, it wants to produce 500 000 EVs per year in Spain from 2025 onward for its own label andThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Ford’s Mustang Mach E has persuasive power

March 22, 2021

In June last year, we talked to you about the advent of a new pure electric car from Ford, the Mustang Mach E. Meanwhile, Ford has launched This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Segway launches affordable e-scooters and e-moped

March 18, 2021

Segway, the producer of electric mobility solutions, launches three e-scooters and a moped. According to the company, they are affordable yeThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

BMW gives more details about new iX flagship

March 17, 2021

On the same day as their annual conference, BMW has given more details and the prices for their new flagship, the all-electric SUV iX. At thThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

BMW looks into the future and shows new i4

March 17, 2021

At the BMW Group’s annual conference, CEO Oliver Zipse started his keynote speech with his view from a long-term perspective, assembled in fThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Audi stops development internal combustion engine

March 17, 2021

The German car manufacturer Audi, part of the VW Group, has stopped developing new combustion engines (ICE). Audi CEO Markus Duesmann justifThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

‘Power Day’: VW to build six battery gigafactories

March 16, 2021

Yesterday, the Volkswagen Group presented its technology roadmap for batteries and charging up to 2030 today on its first s-called ‘Power DaThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.