Cost of traffic jams on Belgian roads rises to €5.3 billion

January 09, 2025

According to the Belgian Mobility Dashboard (BMD) calculations, the economic cost of traffic congestion in 2024 reached 5.3 billion euros, oThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Automakers tap Polestar, Volvo, and Tesla to avoid EU CO2 fines

January 08, 2025

As the 2025 EU emissions targets draw closer, automakers hastily form alliances and pool carbon credits to evade potentially billions in finThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Flanders to allow super-trucks, Brussels and Wallonia hesitate

January 03, 2025

Flemish Mobility Minister Annick De Ridder (N-VA) wants to allow super trucks on Flemish highways within two years. The approval for the lonThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Ryanair expands its fleet with 29 Boeing 737s

December 30, 2024

Irish low-cost airline Ryanair expects to put 29 new Boeing 737 aircraft into service next year. That 3-billion-dollar investment should creThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

EU launches strategic dialogue to support automotive industry

December 20, 2024

The European Commission announced on Thursday that the European Union will launch a strategic dialogue on the future of its automotive indusThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Alfa unveils Junior Q4 as world premiere at Brussels Motor Show

December 19, 2024

Alfa Romeo is bringing a world premiere to the Brussels Motor Show next January. The Italian brand will unveil the four-wheel driven versionThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Germany allows Mercedes to drive autonomously up to 95 kph

December 18, 2024

The German Federal Motor Transport Authority (KBA) has given Mercedes the green light to launch an updated version of its conditionally autoThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

New high-speed train line Paris-Berlin inaugurated

December 17, 2024

For the first time, on Monday, high-speed trains connected Paris and Berlin. Deutsche Bahn’s ICE high-speed trains, which have 444 seats, maThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Facelifted BYD Dolphin with new powertrain to be built in EU

December 12, 2024

The facelifted version of the popular BYD Dolphin hatchback has leaked. According to registration details from China’s Ministry of IndustrThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Executive shake-up continues at Lucid as European boss leaves

December 09, 2024

Lucid Motors has announced another vital leadership change with the departure of Alexander Lutz, its Managing Director for Europe. His deparThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Recaro rescued by Italian supplier, production moves to Italy

December 06, 2024

Recaro Automotive GmbH, the renowned German manufacturer of car seats, has been acquired by Italy’s Proma Group, signaling a major shake-uThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Silence in and around the church: Popemobile goes electric

December 05, 2024

Pope Francis has introduced a fully electric ‘Popemobile’, a pristine white, battery-powered, and unique G-Class created in close partnershiThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Ford presents its electric Puma Gen-E

December 04, 2024

Ford has unveiled the electric version of its best-selling model in Europe. The Cologne-based manufacturer emphasizes its dynamic acceleratiThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

NIO lets you swap for a bigger long-range battery for holidays

December 04, 2024

It was already an option in China, but now it’s also available in Europe, in the countries where NIO is already present: temporarily swappinThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Honda to throw lifebuoy as Nissan struggles for survival?

November 29, 2024

Nissan is navigating turbulent waters as it faces a strong revenue drop and has switched to ‘emergency mode,’ according to its boss, MakThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Switzerland remains the European railroad champion

November 25, 2024

In no other European country is rail travel more popular than in Switzerland. Last year, the Swiss traveled an average of 2,466 km by rail aThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

BYD releases its Sealion premium EV-challenger on Belgian roads

November 20, 2024

Chinese EV giant BYD, almost on par with Tesla as the biggest in the world, has officially released its Sealion 7 SUV on Belgian roads. It cThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Green light for subsea energy cables between UK and Europe

November 13, 2024

The Office of Gas and Electricity Markets (Ofgem) has approved three energy cables linking Britain to Germany’s, Ireland’s, and Northern IreThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Lufthansa-ITA deal is finally sealed

November 13, 2024

Lufthansa and the Italian government have agreed to take over ITA Airways, formerly Alitalia, after tough negotiations, the Italian Finance This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Eurostar turns 30 with 380 million passengers and 30% discount

November 13, 2024

Eurostar celebrates its 30th anniversary on Thursday. On November 14, 1994, Eurostar’s high-speed trains carried passengers through the ChanThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Ford forced to slow down production at Cologne EV plant

November 13, 2024

Due to weak demand in the European EV market, Ford is slowing down its Explorer and Capri EV production at its sole electric car factory in This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Will Belgium charge up for Alpine’s new hot hatch A290?

November 07, 2024

Alpine has officially launched the A290, an electric hot hatch that ventures into more practical territory. In many respects, this car can bThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Kia Niro EV soon to disappear, Kia EV2 is coming

November 06, 2024

Kia has already delisted the Niro EV from its German-language website. This is likely due to the new Kia EV3, which is hitting the market wiThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

EEA: ‘Europe saw significant drop in CO2 emissions in 2023’

November 04, 2024

Greenhouse gas emissions in the European Union dropped by eight percent last year – the biggest drop in decades, marking significant progrThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

CEO Luca de Meo: ‘Ampere is flourishing’

November 04, 2024

One year after its creation, Renault’s electric subsidiary Ampere seems to flourish. Renault Group CEO Luca de Meo said this in a press gathThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Toyota’s upcoming lowcost EV is a Suzuki

November 04, 2024

Toyota has confirmed launching a new electric SUV based on Suzuki’s upcoming EV model. This SUV, set to be built in India starting next spThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Norway plans to push back all-electric van deadline to 2027

November 01, 2024

Norway is revising its climate targets for vans, with a proposed delay of the deadline for all new van sales to be zero-emission from 2025 tThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Record number of rail passengers in EU in 2023

October 31, 2024

Rail passenger traffic in the European Union reached a record last year if you look only at the number of passenger kilometers, according toThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

China pressures its automakers to halt EU expansion

October 28, 2024

As tensions escalate over European Union tariffs on electric vehicles, Bloomberg reports that China is pressing its automakers from the backThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

EU car registrations in September: electrification sets through

October 22, 2024

The European Car Manufacturers Association (ACEA) data show that in September 2024, new EU car registrations continued their downward trajecThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

‘Stay Grounded’ calls upon EU for taxing frequent flyers

October 21, 2024

Stay Grounded, a network of organizations wanting to phase out aviation, calls for a European tax on frequent flyers. This would apply from This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

CEO of BMW: ‘ICE ban in 2035 is no longer realistic’

October 18, 2024

BMW CEO Oliver Zipse’s latest stance against the sales ban on combustion-engined cars by 2035 might reignite the discussion surrounding a This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Zeekr launches its new MPV MIX next week

October 17, 2024

Geely’s premium electric vehicle brand Zeekr is preparing to officially unveil its new mid-sized MPV, the Zeekr MIX, on October 23. With dThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.