BYD goes (very) upmarket with Yangwang U9 supercar

July 30, 2024

Until now, China’s biggest EV car manufacturer, BYD, was best known for its low-cost electric cars. That hasn’t stopped the Chinese EV makThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

HelloFresh now also greening the middle mile

July 30, 2024

German meal delivery company HelloFresh wants to make the middle mile, the transport between the central distribution center and the hubs, eThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

NIO rounds cape of 2,500 battery swap stations

July 30, 2024

Chinese premium carmaker NIO has officially rounded the cape of 2,500 Power Swap Stations (PPS), of which 2,454 are located in China and 51 This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Mercedes-Benz sells/earns less in Q2 2024

July 29, 2024

In the second quarter (Q2) of 2024, Mercedes-Benz Group sold 496,700 vehicles, 3.7% less than in the same period last year. The company blamThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Renault CEO blows hot and cold about energy transition

July 26, 2024

As ACEA President Luca de Meo emitted the thought a few days ago, banning ICE cars as of 2035, a requirement imposed by the EU, is getting cThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Final go for first green hydrogen plant in Zeebrugge

July 26, 2024

After years of delay, the starting signal has been given for constructing the first green hydrogen factory in Zeebrugge. The final investmenThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Ford’s view on EV future doesn’t change, the approach does

July 25, 2024

Ford’s energy transition has been challenging. Until now, America’s number two carmaker has lost money. Nevertheless, CEO Jim Farley says itThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Belgium and Luxembourg join top-five in EV readiness (Ayvens)

July 25, 2024

The latest edition of Ayvens’ Mobility Guide 2024 provides a comprehensive country-by-country analysis of EV readiness and electrification pThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

New Renault Twingo EV to be built in Slovenia

July 25, 2024

Renault Group and the government of Slovenia have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to produce the next all-electric Twingo in the This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Farasis Energy claims breakthrough in million-mile battery

July 24, 2024

Chinese lithium-ion battery cell maker Farasis Energy, which supplies Geely, Mercedes-Benz, and Turkish Togg, among others, claims to have sThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Belux car registrations for H1 2024 show EV growth continues

July 24, 2024

In the first half of the year (H1), the market for new cars in Belgium and Luxembourg shrank by 0.4%, with 263,408 registered new cars compaThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Sollei Concept proves Cadillac wants to go high-luxury again

July 24, 2024

Cadillac has revealed the Sollei Concept, an exquisite two-door convertible that is, in fact, a Celestiq, Cadillac’s new high-luxury limousiThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Ford of Europe goes ‘multi-energy’ again

July 23, 2024

Ford of Europe initially wanted to sell only EVs in Europe by 2030. The US carmaker now says it will continue to offer combustion engine vehThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

EVs under increasing pressure in the U.S.

July 22, 2024

For years, EVs have been in a state of grace. For different reasons, this is over now. Electric vehicles, especially in the United States, aThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

NIO opens its 50th battery swapping station in Europe

July 17, 2024

Chinese premium EV maker NIO has opened the 50th Power Swap Station on the Old Continent in Norway, where it started in 2022 its European joThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Five Jaguars to disappear from catalogue this year

July 15, 2024

Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has decided to remove five’ zero-profit’ Jaguars from its lineup this year. The F-Pace SUV will be the only Jaguar tThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Luminus to build large battery park in Ghent

July 15, 2024

Energy provider Luminus, a subsidiary of the French EDF, intends to build a giant battery park on its site in Ghent. On Friday, the company This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

De Wever asks Engie to keep nuclear plants open even longer

July 12, 2024

Fresh Belgian ‘formateur’ Bart De Wever (N-VA) has informed Engie that he wants to put “maximum” effort into nuclear energy, writes the busiThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Grande Panda highlights Fiat’s 125th anniversary

July 12, 2024

One of the big stars of Fiat’s 125th birthday event was the new Grande Panda. It’s a small hatchback with rugged crossover styling that willThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

MG reveals Cyber GTS at Goodwood

July 12, 2024

The new MG Cyber GTS charged up the show at the 2024 Goodwood Festival of Speed on Thursday. MG unveiled its new two-door electric sports caThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Polestar 6 Concept BST debuts at Goodwood

July 11, 2024

Chinese car manufacturing group Geely’s Polestar daughter will again be very present at the coming Goodwood Festival of Speed. It’s not onlyThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

BMW delivers one-third more EVs in first half of 2024

July 11, 2024

With 179,557 fully electric vehicles delivered, the BMW brand achieved a +34.1% increase in BEV sales in the first half of 2024 compared to This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Ford revives iconic Capri as coupé-style EV crossover

July 11, 2024

Ford has revived the Capri name for a sportier coupé-style version of its new Explorer full-electric SUV based on the Volkswagen-sourced METhis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Electra and Uber enter into partnership on fast chargers

July 11, 2024

Electra, the European specialist in fast chargers for electric vehicles, and Uber, the largest ride-hailing platform in Belgium, have entereThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Brussels Sibelga calls to register private charging stations

July 08, 2024

Under the slogan ‘Proud of your terminal’, Sibelga has launched an information campaign to alert Brussels citizens to the mandatory declaratThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

BYD reaches record sales and keeps expanding (update)

July 08, 2024

Chinese electric car manufacturer BYD once again achieved record sales of vehicles with alternative drive systems in June. However, while feThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Ineos delays electric Fusilier launch

July 04, 2024

Ineos Automotive, part of the chemical industry giant Ineos Group, is delaying its Fusilier battery-electric SUV. It cites waning consumer dThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Northvolt forced to gear down in its expansion ambitions

July 04, 2024

Swedish battery maker Northvolt, one of Europe’s pioneers in that field, is forced to gear down in its ambitions to build several gigafactorThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Shell puts building of biofuel plant in Rotterdam on hold

July 03, 2024

Oil giant Shell has temporarily halted the construction of a biofuel factory in Pernis, near Rotterdam (Netherlands) – one of Europe’s larThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

DHL Express electrifies its ground fleet at Brussels Airport

July 02, 2024

Cargo transporter DHL Express at Brussels Airport is leading the way in electrifying its ground-handling equipment. The company’s crew busesThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Mercedes re-invests more in ICE

July 01, 2024

Mercedes-Benz will once again invest more in combustion technology, Group CEO Ola Källenius told a German newspaper. The drivetrain of the This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Eurostat: ‘Renewables main source of electricity in 2023’

June 28, 2024

According to figures from the European statistics agency Eurostat, renewable energy was the most important source of electricity in the EuroThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Acerta: ‘leasing car CO2 emissions 20% down in one year’

June 26, 2024

According to a study by HR service provider Acerta, the average CO2 emissions from leasing cars have fallen by almost 20% in one year and 40This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Brussels Airport tests hydrogen tractor and refueling station

June 25, 2024

VIL, the point of contact for the Flemish logistics sector, and WaterStofNet have installed the first mobile hydrogen refueling station at BThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Aptera starts to market its solar panel technology

June 25, 2024

Aptera Motors, the Californian start-up for solar electric vehicles (SEV), wants to expand into new mobility industries by licensing its innThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Electra to install 23 fast charge stations at Belgian Quicks

June 25, 2024

Electra, a French startup in fast charging stations, will open and operate 23 fast charging stations over the next two years at the Belgian This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

China and EU agree on new negotiations about EV import tariffs

June 25, 2024

During a trip to China, German Economy Minister Robert Habeck made headway in the trade dispute over additional tariffs for EVs in the EU. TThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Belgium’s Elia warns for too much electricity this summer

June 24, 2024

Belgian high-voltage operator Elia is calling on the market to be vigilant this summer. There is a chance that Belgium will produce too muchThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Bugatti goes hybrid with new 1,800-hp Tourbillon hypercar

June 21, 2024

The successor to the Bugatti Chiron loses its quad-turbocharged W16 engine but gains an electrified and naturally aspirated V16 instead. TheThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Citroën ë-C3 Aircross starts at 26,690 euros

June 21, 2024

Citroën has presented its new ë-C3 Aircross in more detail after the Stellantis brand showed the first images of the model in April. Now, This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Compact BMW i1 and i2 EVs are coming

June 21, 2024

The BMW i1 and BMW i2 have long been in the rumor mill. BMW Group’s company’s board has finally approved the launch of the compact EVs. This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

What if EV batteries could be made from trees?

June 20, 2024

It seems like an entirely hypothetical question, but at least the Finish paper industry is convinced it can make EV battery production much This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.