All German trains to run diesel-free by 2040

February 07, 2022

Germany’s main railway operator, Deutsche Bahn, wants to completely ban the use of diesel for its locomotives by 2040. Its 3 000 diesel locoThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

King Philippe inaugurates ‘hydrogen harbor’ in Oman

February 07, 2022

King Philippe – Filip of Belgium – inaugurated the ‘hydrogen’ harbor of Duqm in the Sultanate of Oman. Belgian dredger DEME plans to insThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Energy Observer 2: a 120 m cargo ship propelled by fuel cells

February 07, 2022

The Energy Observer, the experimental zero-emission catamaran of French entrepreneur Victorien Erussard that circumnavigated the globe twiceThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Jaguar will have its own EV platform called Panthera

February 06, 2022

Jaguar has decided to develop its own electric platform as part of its plan to become an all-electric brand by 2025. The I-Pace will continuThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Elia strongly doubts blackout doom scenario UAntwerp study

February 04, 2022

Grid manager Elia doubts the recent ‘theoretical’ study by Antwerp University that warns for blackouts in case of a nuclear phase-out. The cThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Spirii and PowerGo to roll out 15.000 EV charging points

February 04, 2022

Danish EV charging platform integrator, Spirii, and PowerGo, daughter of Dutch solar park and sustainable energy provider PowerField, are joThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

EU’s green label for nuclear and gas under fire

February 03, 2022

The decision of the European Commission on Wednesday to give gas and nuclear energy a ‘green’ label provokes criticism. For environmental orThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Why not visit Audi Brussels virtually?

February 03, 2022

Corona restrictions have triggered a creative idea at Audi. Due to the pandemic, visitors worldwide are no longer allowed in their plants, bThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Mercedes-AMG launches its hybrid performance flagship GT 63 S E

February 02, 2022

Mercedes-AMG has opened the order books for the GT 63 S E Performance. The sales launch of this performance PHEV includes the price: In GermThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Flanders to get green hydrogen from Tasmania

February 02, 2022

Flemish Minister for Economy and Innovation, Hilde Crevits (CD&V), signed on Wednesday a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with AustraliThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

ECA: ‘Fossil fuel subsidies undermine EU climate policy’

February 01, 2022

The 55 billion euros of fossil fuel subsidies handed out annually by EU governments threaten to derail the union’s ambitious climate plans, This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Jan De Nul launched world’s largest jack-up installation ship

February 01, 2022

Last Sunday, marine services provider Jan De Nul has launched ‘Voltaire’ on the Cosco Shipping yard in Nantong (China). It is the world’s laThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Mercedes restructures R&D and finally leaves Daimler era behind

February 01, 2022

As a part of the reorientation toward e-mobility, German car manufacturer Mercedes-Benz has restructured its development department. MeanwhiThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Alpine future will be electric, premium, and… in Dieppe

January 31, 2022

Renault’s sporty daughter Alpine will build a small electric SUV in home base Dieppe from 2025 onward. This has been announced by CEO Luca dThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

VAB: ‘47% of Flemish citizens postpone purchase of new car’

January 31, 2022

According to mobility organization VAB’s latest mobility barometer,  almost half of all Flemish citizens postpone the purchase of a new carThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

BMW stops production of iconic BMW i3 in July 2022

January 31, 2022

German car manufacturer BMW will end production of its iconic i3 in Leipzig in July 2022. The major reason for this is most likely the conveThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Mercedes invests in solid-state battery technology of ProLogium

January 28, 2022

Mercedes-Benz has invested a high double-digit million euro amount in the Taiwanese solid-state battery cell manufacturer ProLogium and agreThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

For second consecutive year e-bikes outsell EVs in US

January 27, 2022

With 790 000 – mainly imported – e-bicycles sold, compared to 652 000 electric cars, the most popular electric vehicle in the United StaThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

‘Dream Factory’ will make Bentley’s BEVs of the future

January 27, 2022

Bentley’s first-ever Battery-Powered Electric Vehicle (BEV) will be developed and built in the UK, with the company committing to investing This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Classic Mini gets modern e-drive

January 25, 2022

The heritage of Sir Alec Issigonis, the creator of the Mini, still seems strong enough today to give it a contemporary touch. So much so thaThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Dutch yacht dealer Natural Yachts to electrify its entire fleet

January 25, 2022

The Dutch yacht dealer and rental company Natural Yachts (Northern Holland) wants to rent only electric yachts. Seven new electric motor yacThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Smart route planner Touring-BeMobile tackles range anxiety

January 25, 2022

Belgian road service and mobility organization Touring and traffic data specialist BeMobile offer a smart route planner on the Touring MobilThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Camper industry is discovering electrification

January 24, 2022

More and more manufacturers of recreational vehicles (RVs) are interested in electrification and deploying plans in that direction. Lately, This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Renault partners with Geely

January 24, 2022

Last Friday, Groupe Renault announced a new partnership. This time it’s the Chinese manufacturer Geely that has been chosen. Both partners wThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Shell installs 105 fast-chargers at Gamma DIY stores in Belgium

January 24, 2022

Shell will install a total of 105 fast-chargers with a capacity of up to 124 kW at 85 Gamma do-it-yourself stores in Belgium. The deal is paThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Serbia pulls plug on Rio Tinto lithium project

January 21, 2022

More question marks for European car manufacturers where to find the lithium for their batteries, now that Serbia forbids a giant lithium miThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Engie and Safran invest in decarbonized synthetic fuels

January 21, 2022

Energy provider Engie and French aeronautics group Safran have both invested in Ineratec, a German start-up specialized in decarbonized syntThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Scooters with swappable batteries future for crowded cities?

January 20, 2022

Electric scooters with universal swappable batteries provided by a network of swapping stations may become the future mobility solution in bThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

BEV sales progress quickly in EU and even more in China

January 20, 2022

According to Schmidt Automotive Research (SAR) data, the new BEV passenger car registrations in 2021 reached 1,2 million units in Western EuThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Van Hool to build 21 e-tram-buses for Swedish Malmö

January 20, 2022

The Belgian bus and coach manufacturer, Van Hool, has just signed a contract to deliver 21 double-articulated, battery-electric tram-buses. This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Subaru’s Solterra EV also in sporty STI version?

January 18, 2022

Subaru Benelux has recently presented its new Solterra EV in Belgium (a European première). Normally, the car will arrive here in the middlThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Colruyt opens country’s largest semi-public EV charging site

January 18, 2022

Belgian retailer Colruyt and its energy daughter DATS 24 opened Belgium’s largest EV charging plaza at the parking lot of its headquarters iThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

New Kia Niro will start with hybrid variant

January 18, 2022

Last November, Kia unveiled its brand new and bold Niro model on the first day of the biannual Mobility Show in Seoul. This year, the Niro wThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Mini progresses, thanks to electrification

January 17, 2022

In 2021, Mini sold 302 144 cars, 3,3% more than the year before. This upward trend is mainly due to the success of its electrified models. TThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

AG launches charging card to provide more transparency

January 14, 2022

AG Insurance, one of the leading players in the Belgian insurance market, wants to make charging infrastructure accessible to a broader publThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

‘Belgian car dealers often reluctant to sell EVs’

January 12, 2022

When a client wants to shop for an electric car, salespeople at classic dealerships often try to discourage them and ‘guide’ the customer toThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

In 2022 Volvo will triple BEV production in Ghent

January 12, 2022

The chip shortage put a dent in the production of Volvo Car Gent last year. But for 2022, the company is looking forward. The plant plans toThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Maserati returns to single-seater racing joining Formula E

January 12, 2022

Maserati is the first Italian brand to join the ABB Formula E championship. The sports car brand announced on Tuesday that it will be joininThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Turkish Togg to expand its range of EVs to 5 vehicles

January 11, 2022

The Turkish carmaker Togg wants to further expand its range of electric models. The already presented SUV in the C-segment, which according This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Air France-KLM raise ticket prices to pay for sustainable fuel

January 11, 2022

The Air France-KLM Group is raising airplane ticket prices in 2022 by one to twelve euros depending on the cabin class and distance traveledThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

DATS 24 helps motorists choose their fuel

January 11, 2022

Nowadays, it is challenging for consumers to decide which propulsion method or fuel is the best. Brandstofwijzer.be is DATS 24’s attempt to This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Audi e-tron will probably be called Q8 e-tron after facelift

January 11, 2022

Audi plans to bring forward the name change of the e-tron quattro by four years. According to German media, with the upcoming facelift at thThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Mercedes goes for vertical integration and home made drives

January 11, 2022

Mercedes-Benz wants to significantly increase its vertical integration for the next generation of its electric cars. This is to be achieved,This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Belgium exported record amount of electricity in 2021

January 10, 2022

While energy prices are peaking, Belgium exported more electricity than ever last year. In 2021, the country exported a total of 21,7 TWh, oThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

BMW’s EV flagship iX goes sporty with M60 version

January 07, 2022

With this M60 m, BMW gives the green light to the first BMW M car designed for purely electric mobility from the outset. The iX M60 is the tThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Brussels Airport: all new company cars fully electric

January 06, 2022

All new company cars of the Brussels Airport fleet will be fully electric from now on, starting with new orders in January 2022. Home chargiThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Chrysler Airflow announces full-electric range in 2028

January 06, 2022

At the consumer electronics show (CES) in Las Vegas, American Stellantis daughter Chrysler showed an electric vehicle prototype called AirflThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Is Sony now really thinking of making cars with Vision-S 02?

January 06, 2022

At this year’s Consumer Electronics Show (CES), Sony presented its second electric car prototype, an enhanced electric SUV version of the alThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.