New Opel Grandland unveiled as BEV, PHEV and MHEV

April 23, 2024

Opel has presented its new flagship SUV: the next-generation Grandland. It shares its STLA Medium platform with the Peugeot E-3008, with theThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Luxembourg invests further in charging infrastructure

April 23, 2024

Luxembourg has completed its fourth tender call for charging infrastructure and has assigned funding to support the construction of 434 new This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Mercedes’ updated Sustaineer collaborates with cargo bikes

April 22, 2024

The Mercedes concept van for sustainable logistics has been updated to enhance the efficiency of its battery pack. It also introduces an intThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Ghent police tests 112 interventions with Volkswagen ID.4

April 19, 2024

The police zone of Ghent has started testing the feasibility of electric drivelines for intervention vehicles. As of today, one anonymous anThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

New Citroën C3 Aircross also as a hybrid and BEV

April 18, 2024

Citroën unveils the first images of the all-new C3 Aircross, which shares the same design identity as the C3 hatchback and ambitions to shaThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Ionity snaps up Tesla Supercharger Europe boss as new CEO

April 18, 2024

Jeroen van Tilburg, Tesla’s former Head of Charging in the EMEA region, will replace Michael Hajesch as CEO of Ionity on May 13th, 2024. He This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Swedish dealer holding Hedin to import XPeng in Belux

April 17, 2024

The Swedish dealer holding Hedin, which has been active in Belux since 2018, will start to import the Chinese brand XPeng. The first units oThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

T&E: deployment of European charging infrastructure on track

April 17, 2024

The latest analysis from Transport & Environment reveals that the roll-out of charging infrastructure is proceeding as planned. Last monThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Hype’s hydrogen taxis are coming to Brussels

April 17, 2024

French company Hype’s hydrogen taxis are coming to Brussels, according to the business newspaper L’Echo. To tackle the market in the BelgThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Fastned opens first charging hub with shop in Brecht

April 17, 2024

Dutch fast-charging company Fastned has launched its first-ever charging hub where customers can shop or visit a restaurant. The new facilitThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Denza Z9 GT also comes to Europe

April 17, 2024

Chinese car brand Denza, a joint venture between BYD and Mercedes-Benz, recently revealed the first glimpse of a new model. The registrationThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Renault Espace to become an MPV again?

April 16, 2024

Renault seems to be considering a purely electric edition of the Espace. The car would be an MPV again, like the original one, and it would This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Chery to share EV platform with European brands

April 16, 2024

Yin Tongyue, chairman of China’s Chery Auto, said the Wuhu-based car manufacturer is planning to sign a deal with a premium European brand tThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

+50% of cars registered in the Belux in Q1 2024 are electrified

April 16, 2024

For the first time in the Belux, more electrified vehicles (BEV, PHEV, and HEV) were registered in the first quarter of 2024 than cars with This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Is the Battista Reversario the world’s most exclusive EV?

April 15, 2024

The Pininfarina Battista is already one of the most exclusive EVs on the planet, but the one-off Reversario ups the stakes. This bespoke allThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Walloon TEC gets its first electrified depot

April 15, 2024

The Walloon government has approved the Mobi’Park project for public transport company TEC. The project involves developing a new bus depot This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Volkswagens EV sales slip in Europe but soar in China

April 15, 2024

Sales of electric models from the Volkswagen Group showed strong regional differences in the first quarter of 2024. While sales fell signifiThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Storm clouds on the horizon for Audi Brussels (Update)

April 15, 2024

Last Friday, Belgian Prime Minister Alexander De Croo and other members of the federal and regional governments met with Audi’s top managersThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Tesla ups the stakes with a 600 km Model Y

April 12, 2024

In selected European markets, including Belgium, Tesla is extending its Model Y offering. The new rear-wheel drive version can travel exactlThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Alfa Romeo Milano is brand’s first EV

April 11, 2024

Italian carmaker Alfa Romeo has lifted the veil on the new Milano. The small crossover is the brand’s first-ever EV, and it’s offered inThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Sales of electric BMWs rise where competitors drop

April 11, 2024

In a tough market, sales of all-electric BMWs have grown significantly. During the first three months of the year, the Bavarian automaker wiThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Canoo under fire for private jet usage of its chairman

April 10, 2024

American EV startup Canoo paid $1.7 million for CEO Tony Aquila’s private jet bills, twice its total revenue last year. According to its eThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Is Smart brooding on a new ForTwo?

April 10, 2024

Last month, the last units of the Smart ForTwo came off the line at the plant in Hambach, France. There are rumors that Smart is brooding onThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Partnership of BMW and Rimac Technology on battery technology

April 09, 2024

The BMW Group and Rimac Technology, headquartered near Zagreb, Croatia, officially announced a long-term partnership. The aim of the collaboThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

DS introduces regular hybrid versions of DS 3 and DS 4

April 09, 2024

DS Automobiles has introduced two non-plug-in hybrids to its model range: the DS 3 and DS 4 Hybrid, which make use of Stellantis’ new mild hThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

700 extra charging stations for car parks at Brussels Airport

April 09, 2024

Interparking is equipping the public car parks at Brussels Airport with more than 700 charging points for EVs. These slow charging points arThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Opel Frontera returns as compact, fully-electric SUV

April 09, 2024

Opel has resurrected the Frontera nameplate for the successor of the Crossland. The new compact SUV focuses on practicality, clever technoloThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Electra to compete with Fastned on the latter’s home turf

April 09, 2024

The French provider of DC fast-charging infrastructure, Electra, is entering the Dutch market and will compete with Dutch charging network pThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

ALD Automotive/LeasePlan to promote Smart in lease deals

April 08, 2024

ALD Automotive/LeasePlan and Smart Europe GmbH have come to an agreement to offer the two recent Smart models, the #1 and the #3, to companiThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Ferrari interested in burning hydrogen

April 05, 2024

According to the specialized website H2mobile, the Italian sports car manufacturer Ferrari seems interested in using a hybrid hydrogen-burniThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

XPeng will sell G6 SUV Coupe in Europe shortly

April 05, 2024

Chinese electric car manufacturer Xpeng has announced the launch of its third model in Europe. The coupé-like electric SUV Xpeng G6, which This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Renault updates Captur, its B-segment SUV

April 04, 2024

Today, Renault presented an update on its popular B-Segment SUV, the Renault Captur. Renault calls the category urban SUVs and points out thThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

BMW starts building new battery assembly plant in Strasskirchen

April 04, 2024

On Wednesday, BMW Group started the building works for the new battery assembly plant in Straßkirchen, Germany. According to a German mediaThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Mercedes’ new gen EV is coming

April 03, 2024

The upcoming entry-level Mercedes-Benz EV was finally caught out in the wild. The electric Mercedes CLA was spotted testing near the Arctic This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Is Chinese EV truck builder Windrose Tech coming to Antwerp?

April 02, 2024

Windrose Tech, the Chinese manufacturer of EV trucks, is considering coming to Antwerp to install its European headquarters, an R&D centThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Eneco no longer wants to invest in offshore wind farms

April 02, 2024

Dutch energy provider Eneco no longer wants to invest in offshore wind farms. The energy company withdrew just when Belgium announced the coThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Hyundai to invest $50 billion to secure EV future

March 28, 2024

South Korean car manufacturing group Hyundai announced a massive $50 billion (68 trillion won) investment to secure its position as the autoThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Callum Designs launches eVita, a wheelchair-accessible EV

March 27, 2024

UK-based Motability Operations and Callum Designs are ready to launch an electric wheelchair-accessible vehicle concept called eVITA. The coThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Fisker on the brink of insolvency?

March 27, 2024

Fisker’s insolvency is becoming more likely. As California-based electric car manufacturer Fisker announced in a stock exchange listing, talThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Germany lays first stone Northvolt Drei EV-battery gigafactory

March 26, 2024

Germany is starting to build the country’s largest battery factory for electric vehicles. The project will cost 4.5 billion euros and is ledThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

BMW’s Neue Klasse will bidirectional power your house

March 25, 2024

When BMW’s next-generation electric cars hit the showroom, customers can charge the lights, the oven, or the washing machines in their houThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

EV market share stable in EU in February, Belgium +66,9%

March 24, 2024

According to ACEA data, the EU car market surged 10.1% in February 2024 compared to the same month last year, reaching 883,608 units. Among This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Biden pushes carmakers on lenient path to 50% CO2 reduction

March 21, 2024

President Joe Biden is pushing the American car industry toward reducing CO2 emissions by 50% in 2032 compared to 2026, as first announced lThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Renault CEO Luca de Meo writes a ‘Letter to Europe’

March 20, 2024

Renault Group CEO (and current ACEA President) Luca de Meo has addressed a ‘Letter to Europe’ to “all key decision-makers and stakeholders aThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

BMW’s ‘New Class’ also built in Regensburg

March 20, 2024

BMW will also produce its ‘Neue Klasse’ (New Class) electric cars at its Regensburg plant. The car manufacturer confirmed this but has not yThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Telenet launches ‘smart’ home charging with Blossom

March 19, 2024

Belgian telecom and cable TV provider Telenet is diversifying: the company plans to provide smart home charging stations for electric cars. This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

BMW’s Vision Neue Klasse X concept leaked

March 18, 2024

In a few days, BMW will show the concept of its first SUV variant of the ‘Neue Klasse’, called Vision Neue Klasse X. Rumors have it that thiThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Nissan and Honda join forces to battle Chinese competition

March 14, 2024

Nissan and Honda are preparing to reduce their production capacities in China significantly. The two  Japanese car manufacturers are findinThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

VW Group to cut costs and launch 30 models in 2024

March 14, 2024

Volkswagen Group is launching a major product push this year to help offset a gloomy economic outlook and growing competition. At the same tThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Northern Netherlands gets 35,000 extra charging points

March 13, 2024

Up to 35,000 public charging points for EVs will be added in the Dutch provinces of Flevoland, North Holland, and Utrecht by 2027. The firstThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.