Former TME boss Johan van Zyl slain by Covid-19

August 02, 2021

Johan van Zyl, former boss of Toyota Motor Europe (TME), has died at the age of 63 in its home country of South Africa, slain by the complicThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Shortages plague UK car production

July 30, 2021

UK car production took a big hit in June due to pandemic-related shortages of computer chips and labour, industry officials said on ThursdayThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Allego goes IPO via merger

July 30, 2021

Dutch charging infrastructure operator Allego has announced its IPO. Through a merger with Spartan Acquisition Corp., a listing on the New YThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

LG Electronics and Magna join forces

July 30, 2021

The joint venture between LG Electronics and Magna to manufacture electric motors, inverters, onboard chargers, and complete electric drive This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

TotalEnergies takes over Blue Charge network in Singapore

July 29, 2021

France’s petrochemical company Total, recently renamed TotalEnergies, has scored an e-mobility deal in Singapore. Its compatriot Bolloré This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

VW and Europcar go for second marriage

July 29, 2021

Fifteen years after their peaceful separation, Volkswagen and Europcar have united again. The board of Europcar has approved Wednesday the �This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Opel CEO Lohscheller goes to VinFast

July 28, 2021

The leaving Opel CEO Michael Lohscheller is to become CEO of the Vietnamese car manufacturer VinFast LLC. After his departure from StellantiThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

VW’s ID. Buzz will come in different variants

July 28, 2021

Volkswagen apparently has plans to bring its ID. Buzz electric van in three different versions, according to media reports. The plan is to tThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Ecobat acquires Promesa to become leading battery recycler

July 28, 2021

On Monday, July 26th, Ecobat, the Texas-based multinational claiming it is the global leader in recycling batteries, announced that it has aThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Tesla makes its first billion dollars in three months

July 27, 2021

The American manufacturer of electric cars, Tesla, has registered a net benefit of $1,14 billion for the second quarter of 2021. Tesla is noThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Volvo is doing very well, lately

July 26, 2021

Volvo Cars today reported the best half-year results in terms of sales and operating profit in its 94-year history amid increasing demand foThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Hyundai plans more fuel cell vehicles

July 26, 2021

Hyundai will further expand its range of alternative propulsion systems in time. In addition to electric, hybrid, and plug-in hybrid models,This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

GM sues Ford concerning Cruise name

July 26, 2021

America’s number one car manufacturer, GM, has filed a complaint against competitor Ford for the use of the name Cruise before Californian jThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Daimler to invest €40 billion in accelerated electrification

July 23, 2021

At an investor day on Thursday, Daimler presented its updated plans for the switch to electric mobility. Daughter Mercedes-Benz is preparingThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Jaguar Racing commits to Formula E Gen3 era

July 23, 2021

Car manufacturer Jaguar Land Rover has announced its commitment to the Formula E Gen3 era starting in 2022-2023. The racing will be part of This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

BEV sales more than doubled in EU in Q2

July 23, 2021

In the second quarter of 2021, sales of battery-electric cars (BEVs) more than doubled from 3,5% market share to 7,5%, increasing by 231,6% This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Volvo takes control of Chinese production capacity

July 22, 2021

Volvo is going against the grain by taking back control of its Chinese production capacity after parent company Geely Holding helped the SweThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Van Hool to gear up battery-electric bus offensive

July 22, 2021

Belgium’s biggest bus manufacturer, Van Hool, is working behind the scenes gearing up a new electric bus offensive with a completely new linThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Suzuki and Daihatsu join Toyota for carbon-neutral LCVs

July 22, 2021

Suzuki Motor Corporation and Daihatsu Motor Co. are working with Toyota to develop carbon-neutral small commercial vehicles and technologiesThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

ICCT study: BEVs already emit 70% less CO2

July 22, 2021

A new study by the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) experts finds battery-electric cars already have a better greenhouseThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

VW sold 170 939 BEVs in the first half of 2021

July 22, 2021

Volkswagen AG delivered more than twice as many electric cars (BEVs) in the first half of 2021 as in the same period last year (+165,2%). ThThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Hyzon to deliver 20 hydrogen refuse trucks for Australia

July 20, 2021

American fuel cell specialist Hyzon has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Australian Superior Pak for the delivery in 2022 of twentyThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Lightyear One solar car will be built in Finnish Valmet plant

July 20, 2021

The Dutch technology company, Lightyear, has signed a memorandum of understanding with Valmet Automotive to produce the exclusive series of This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Belgian electric start-up Ecar files for bankruptcy

July 20, 2021

Ecar Belgian Green Vehicle, the Walloon company based in Liège that was to launch the Ecar 333, a Belgian three-wheeled electric car it preThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Renault sees growth again, but has worries with EVs

July 19, 2021

For the first time, the French car manufacturer Renault sees growth again. For the first half of this year, the sales of Renault Group were This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Allego will provide charging at Radisson hotels

July 16, 2021

The Dutch charging infrastructure specialist, Allego, has agreed with the Radisson Hotel Group to provide the charging infrastructure for elThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

LG Chem invests €4,4 billion in battery materials

July 16, 2021

LG Chem wants to invest €4,4 billion to expand its battery materials business for electric cars by 2025. The company also announced it wouThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Dieselgate: VW to pay indemnities in the Netherlands

July 15, 2021

The dieselgate saga continues: Volkswagen has been condemned in the Netherlands to pay indemnities to 150 000 owners of VW products. Last weThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

EU’s Fit for 55: carmakers blow hot and cold

July 15, 2021

In an initial reaction to the EU Commission’s ‘Fit for 55’ climate proposals, European carmakers are blowing hot and cold through their BrusThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

UK bans sales of all ICE trucks in 2040

July 15, 2021

The British government has presented a plan to decarbonize the transport sector. It includes stopping the sale of all road vehicles with intThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

French dieselgate continues with FCA Italy under investigation

July 14, 2021

After Renault, Volkswagen, and the French side of carmaker group Stellantis (Citroën and Peugeot), the French Office for the Repression of This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

VW presents ‘New Auto’ strategy for 2030

July 14, 2021

On Tuesday, the Volkswagen Group presented its strategy for 2030 called ‘New Auto’. At the core of this strategy is the shift to electroThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

All-new Astra is for the first time electrified

July 14, 2021

Two plug-in hybrid versions are driving the launch of Opel’s Astra. A field player in the popular compact class, which is one of Europe’s beThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Vinfast comes to US/Europe with two new models

July 13, 2021

The Vietnamese car manufacturer Vinfast has announced that it will launch two new electric vehicles on the American and European markets in This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

JLR lures away Dyson’s CCO, Dutchman Lennard Hoorick

July 13, 2021

British carmaker Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) announced Dutchman Lennard Hoorick to take up the global Chief Commercial Officer role immediately.This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

France into the breach for PHEVs

July 13, 2021

France will continue to support plug-in hybrid cars despite the possible EU ban on cars with an internal combustion engine (ICE). It pleads This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

NIO gets EU certification for its battery-swapping system

July 13, 2021

Chinese start-up electric carmaker NIO has acquired CE & TÜV certifications for the NIO Power Swap Station, its DC Power Charger up to This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

VW, fairing well financially, extends contract of CEO Diess

July 12, 2021

At the end of last week, Volkswagen Group announced an operating benefit of €11 billion for the first half of 2021. At the same gathering,This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

D’Ieteren pays more than one billion for stake in TVH

July 12, 2021

D’Ieteren is taking a 40% stake in TVH Parts. The Waregem (Belgium) headquartered TVH Parts is a global, independent leader in aftermarket pThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Stellantis EV day: €30 billion for E-mobility in four years

July 09, 2021

As one of the last big car groups, Stellantis has presented its new electrification strategy. The multi-brand group wants to achieve 70% of This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Volvo transfers all powertrain operations to Aurobay

July 09, 2021

Together with parent company Geely Holding, Volvo Cars has now officially created its joint venture for future powertrain operations, as wasThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

BMW and Daimler boost their electric sales in 2021

July 08, 2021

BMW and Daimler have both registered serious increases in their sales of electrified vehicles during the first half of 2021. Growth was +148This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Yeet! to bring 81 fast-chargers in Brussels and Wallonia

July 08, 2021

After having already announced a partnership with petrol station group MAES to bring 300 to 350 fast-charging stations in Belgium, Dutch EV This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

CEO Alliance backs EU Green Deal’s 55% goal

July 08, 2021

Wednesday, July 7th, twelve business leaders gathered in Paris to talk about ways to further support the EU Green Deal. The European CEO AllThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

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.