Bentley launches PHEV version of Flying Spur

July 08, 2021

Bentley has presented its second plug-in hybrid, after the Bentayga. The Flying Spur saloon has a total range of over 700 kilometers and manThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

BMW launches CE 04 electric scooter

July 07, 2021

BMW Group today launches the CE 04 electric scooter,  its idea of a “silent revolution in electrically powered urban two-wheel mobility”. �This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Shell switches on Europe’s largest green H2 electrolyzer

July 07, 2021

Anglo-Dutch oil giant, Shell, has put its new 10 MW renewable hydrogen production plant into service. The biggest of its kind in Europe. TheThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Compressed air engine, does it work for vans?

July 07, 2021

The Dutch company Solution Air promises a kit by the end of 2021 to convert existing vans with a classic combustion engine to run emission-fThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Renault releases three vans on hydrogen by end of the year

July 07, 2021

Renault has released more details about its hydrogen collaboration with Plug Power, baptized HYVIA. Already by the end of this year, the joiThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Peugeot presents hybrid race car 9X8

July 07, 2021

Racing gets green. For a certain time already, we have Formula E, now the World Endurance Championship (WEC) gets greener too. Peugeot is geThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Audi: EVs as profitable as ICE cars by 2024

July 06, 2021

Audi CEO Markus Duesmann assumes that electric cars will be just as profitable as petrol cars in two to three years. That is one of the reasThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Eberspächer enters fuel cell business with ViCTORi takeover

July 06, 2021

German automotive supplier Eberspächer is taking over for 100% Boulder-based (Colorado) ViCTORi LLC and its VAIREX branded air systems. This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Total to pull out from palm oil

July 06, 2021

Last weekend the CEO of TotalEnergies, Patrick Pouyanné, indicated that Total is pulling the plug on palm oil. This natural oil had receThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Car market continues to suffer (Update)

July 06, 2021

In June of this year, 16,3% fewer cars were registered in Belgium and Luxembourg compared to the same month in 2020. Thus, the balance is poThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Bugatti finally sold to Porsche and… Rimac

July 06, 2021

It was an open secret that Volkswagen was looking for a buyer for its supercar brand Bugatti. Finally, it has found a solution: Croatian tecThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

EU wants to stimulate EVs and ‘punish’ ICE even more

July 05, 2021

European Commissioner Frans Timmermans, EVP for the Green Deal, has plans to stimulate the transition to electric vehicles even more. At theThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Tesla Model S Plaid bursts into flames while driving

July 05, 2021

Tesla faces another media storm as a $124 000 Model S Plaid burst into ten-meter-high flames while driving in Haverford, Pennsylvania, just This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Audi switches to agency model for sale of electric models

July 02, 2021

The agency model for sales of electric cars is becoming a rising star. Audi has confirmed that it will follow to adopt the model for its e-tThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Volvo shows roadmap to its electric ‘new generation child’

July 01, 2021

Swedish carmaker Volvo Cars is fully in the process of becoming a pure electric carmaker by 2030. With the Concept Recharge as the final proThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Renault presents a comprehensive EV strategy

July 01, 2021

Renault is accelerating its electric strategy and has presented a comprehensive strategy package under the name ‘Renault Eways Electropop�This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

BMW Group Belux donates 23 cars for technical education

July 01, 2021

The car world is on a tipping point with the energy transition and the autonomous car appearing in the (far?) future. But the technicians whThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Mini presents Vision Urbanaut in reality

June 30, 2021

With the Mini Vision Urbanaut virtual vision vehicle presentation in November 2020, the Mini brand revealed a new interpretation of mobilityThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Skoda presents roadmap for 2030, including three new BEVs

June 29, 2021

The Czech car manufacturer and VW daughter Skoda has presented its new corporate strategy until 2030. The most important key statement regarThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Honda’s electric GM-based SUV to be called ‘Prologue’

June 29, 2021

The first electric SUV for the North American market from Japanese manufacturer Honda will be called Prologue. It will be based on GM’s UltiThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

I-Pace will be sole survivor of current Jaguar range

June 29, 2021

Jaguar is to become an all-electric car brand in 2025. In the media, further details of the transition are now revealed. Of the current modeThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Audi e-tron facelift promises 600 km range

June 29, 2021

Audi’s e-tron and e-tron Sportback electric models receive a facelift in the second half of 2022, including some technical upgrades. AccorThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Envision AESC builds battery plant in Renault’s ElectriCity

June 28, 2021

The Japanese battery manufacturer Envision AESC, part of the Chinese Envision Group, is going to build a battery factory at Renault’s DouaThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Bosch parts with CEO and several key figures

June 25, 2021

The digital revolution in the automotive business is also showing side-effects at the world’s largest supplier for the industry: Robert BoscThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Europcar refuses Volkswagen’s €2,2 billion buyback offer

June 24, 2021

After selling its shares to investment company Eurazeo back in 2006, the Volkswagen Group is regaining interest in car rental specialist EurThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

EV push quicker than expected

June 24, 2021

Research and consultancy company Ernst & Young thinks that the electric car will already dominate the worldwide car markets in 2033. ThiThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

BMW CEO: “We will not go on a business contraction course”

June 23, 2021

Oliver Zipse, CEO of the BMW Group, is defending his strategy to sell only half of its cars with all-electric drive in 2030. Compared to whaThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Ikea Belgium launches home battery solution

June 23, 2021

In partnership with Swedish Svea Solar, Ikea Belgium is growing its portfolio of green electricity solutions. After already offering solar pThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Audi to launch battery-electric cars only after 2026 (update)

June 23, 2021

After 2026, German carmaker Audi is to launch no cars with internal combustion engines (ICE) anymore, even no plug-in hybrids, but only battThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

New Peugeot 308 SW also in two PHEV variants

June 22, 2021

After the new Peugeot 308 hatchback announcement, the French car manufacturer is now giving more details of its break or ‘station wagon’ verThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

MG presents new electric flagship Marvel R

June 22, 2021

MG is increasingly positioning itself as an affordable alternative in the growing electric vehicle market. The British brand with a Chinese This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Volvo Car Group and Northvolt to join forces

June 21, 2021

Volvo Car Group intends to establish a joint venture with leading Swedish battery company Northvolt to develop and produce more sustainable This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Brussels Airlines expects a million passengers during summer

June 21, 2021

Brussels Airlines is preparing for 1 million passengers in the summer holidays. Especially destinations in the south of Europe are top-ratedThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Geely’s EV platform will have five versions

June 21, 2021

Details on the scope of Geely’s SEA (Sustainable Experience Architecture) electric platform have come to light. According to a media reporThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Mobilize (Renault) presents future projects

June 18, 2021

Mobilize, Renault’s new mobility brand, has just presented its upcoming projects for the next few years. With Duo, Bento, and Hippo, the bThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Magna finalizes Fisker deal to build Ocean EV in Austria

June 18, 2021

While news broke that Dutch VDL will build the American Canoo Lifestyle Vehicle in the Netherlands, Magna and Fisker announced they finalizeThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Dutch VDL Nedcar to build American Canoo Lifestyle EV

June 18, 2021

Dutch contract car manufacturer VDL Nedcar, currently BMW’s purveyor in the Netherlands for building MINIs and the X1, will assemble the LifThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Mazda reveals (EV) strategy up to 2030

June 18, 2021

Mazda has revealed its new technology and product strategy up to the year 2030. Between 2022 and 2025, the Japanese automaker plans three puThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

SsangYong’s first EV to be launched in autumn

June 17, 2021

The small South Korean car manufacturer SsangYong Motors, specialized in SUVs, has started series production of its first electric model, thThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

GM pumps extra billions in EVs and autonomous driving

June 17, 2021

America’s number one carmaker, GM, is pumping another 8 billion dollars into EV development and autonomous driving. In November, CEO Mary BaThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Kia offers Uber drivers discounts on EVs

June 16, 2021

Uber and Kia Europe have announced a new deal that will give Uber drivers discounted rates on Kia electric cars, including the e-Niro and e-This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

T&E: Only Volvo and VW on time in electrification journey

June 16, 2021

According to Transport & Environment (T&E), Volvo and Volkswagen are the only major carmakers ready to switch to electric in line wiThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Eneco wants to become climate-neutral by 2035

June 16, 2021

The Dutch gas and electricity provider, Eneco, wants to become climate-neutral by 2035  and limit global warming to 1,5 degrees centigrade.This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Car and truck industry slowly turn to ‘green steel’

June 16, 2021

After Swedish-French truck maker Volvo Group and Mercedes-Benz cars announcing they will use ‘fossil-free’ produced steel for their vehiclesThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Jaguar Land Rover develops FCEV Defender

June 16, 2021

The British/Indian manufacturer Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) is developing a fuel cell-powered prototype of the recent Land Rover Defender, whichThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

First glimp of electric Maserati GranTurismo

June 15, 2021

It has been clear for some time that Maserati is working on an electric range. Today, the Italian sports car manufacturer shows some (spy) iThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Toyota to be carbon neutral in 2035

June 15, 2021

The Japanese car manufacturer Toyota, which has become the world’s number one again, has announced that it wants to be carbon neutral in itsThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

NIO’s ES8 electric SUV officially approved for import in EU

June 15, 2021

Chinese electric carmaker NIO announced it has obtained the European Whole Vehicle Type Approval (EWVTA) for its flagship electric SUV, the This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Audi Brussels to produce Q8 e-tron

June 15, 2021

There’s a big chance that the new, big electric SUV from Audi,  the Q8 e-tron, will succeed to the current e-tron built at Audi Brussels. TThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Used-car lease company Lizy refuels with another €1,5 million

June 15, 2021

The Belgian used-car leasing startup Lizy, the brainchild of young entrepreneurs Sam Heymans and Vincent Castus and part of D’Ieteren’s LabBThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.