America will have to wait for Volvo EX30 ‘made in Belgium’

June 28, 2024

It’s official now: due to the 100% import taxes the Biden Administration imposes on EVs built in China, America will have to wait for the VoThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Volkswagen: ‘Entry-level ID. Buzz coming’

June 27, 2024

Volkswagen is set to introduce a new variant of the electric ID. Buzz, featuring a smaller battery. The move must make the model’s price poThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Chinese e-truck builder Windrose settles HQ in Belgium

June 27, 2024

According to the business newspaper De Tijd, Chinese electric truck builder Windrose is to establish its European headquarters and first worThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Chinese Voyah to open first showroom in Belgium late 2024

June 26, 2024

Chinese electric vehicle brand Voyah, a subsidiary of Dongfeng Motor for luxury EVs, has announced plans to open its first showroom in BelgiThis content has been archived.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for solar electric vehicles (SEV), wants to expand into new mobility industries by licensing its innThis content has been archived.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.

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 TThis content has been archived.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 There is a chance that Belgium will produce too muchThis content has been archived.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.

Fisker owners set up their own support to keep cars running

June 24, 2024

Fisker’s bankruptcy leaves thousands of Ocean SUV owners in limbo. With the company’s future in doubt, customer concern about the long-terThis content has been archived.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.

JLR’s Freelander is coming back, but now totally electric

June 20, 2024

Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) is reviving its Freelander brand for future electric cars. The Freelander models will be based on a platform from itThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

EU car registrations in May down by 3%, EVs lose market share

June 20, 2024

According to the European Car Manufacturers Association (ACEA) data, car registrations in the European Union decreased by 3% in May 2024. DeThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

BMW’s X3 best-seller renewed

June 19, 2024

“Modernity, presence, and sporting flair reach new levels: the best-seller embarks on a new era,” says BMW at the launch of the renewed bestThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

New Kia EV4 spied on video confirms concept looks

June 19, 2024

Kia is preparing to launch its new, cost-effective EV4, slated for next year. The car has already been unveiled as a concept, and final testThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Ferrari’s first EV will cost €500,000

June 19, 2024

A source familiar with the matter told Reuters that Ferrari’s first electric car will cost at least €500,000. The luxury automaker is prepThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

First Mercedes eCitaro bus rolls of the line in France

June 18, 2024

The first French-built Mercedes eCitaro electric city bus rolled off the Ligny-en-Barrois production line in France after the model was initThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

It’s curtains: Fisker files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy

June 18, 2024

The writing on the wall said that a miracle was needed to save Danish designer Henrik Fisker’s American-based electric car start-up. AccordiThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Lancia’s strategic European relaunch starts in Belgium

June 18, 2024

Lancia’s unexpected European comeback starts in Belgium and Luxembourg, where the famous Italian brand strategically relaunched itself in This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Nio reveals luxury SUV EL8 bound for Europe

June 15, 2024

Chinese car manufacturer Nio has revealed the EL8, a new luxury SUV for Europe. The large SUV seats six, has a range of 500+ km, and will coThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

XPeng M03 sedan debuts in China

June 14, 2024

A new electric sedan from China, the Xpeng Mona 03, debuted online on 11 June. It is the first EV resulting from the collaboration between XThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Mercedes-Benz to deploy 400 kW fast charging in US

June 14, 2024

Mercedes-Benz is accelerating its electric vehicle infrastructure plans with a new deployment of cutting-edge charging technology from supplThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

IEA expects ‘unprecedented’ surplus of oil by 2030

June 13, 2024

The International Energy Agency (IEA) expects an ‘unprecedented’ oil surplus of 8 million barrels daily by 2030. According to the Agency’s lThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Scania sets up new depot and destination charging company

June 12, 2024

As well as being a part of Milence, the joint venture between the major truck manufacturers for public charging solutions, Scania has establThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

‘Ghent factory won’t build the Volvo EX90’

June 11, 2024

According to The Times, Volvo is investigating plans to shift some of its manufacturing output from China to Ghent in response to the upcomiThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Hyundai Staria to get electric version for Europe in 2026

June 11, 2024

South Korean carmaker Hyundai is said to have electrified its unusually-looking MPV. In addition to a recent hybrid version in its local marThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Citroën to phase out smaller and larger models

June 10, 2024

Citroën has announced a plan for the future to streamline its model line-up, focusing on Europe’s primary market segments. CEO Thierry KoThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

BMW’s 4th generation 1 Series stays highly conventional

June 07, 2024

The BMW 1 Series is entering its fourth model generation. With a modestly altered design presence, a revised drive portfolio, and improved cThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Factorial solid-state cells to be tested by Mercedes

June 07, 2024

Solid-state battery developer Factorial Energy has delivered B-samples of its cells to Mercedes-Benz. The German company is now integrating This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Mifa 7: Maxus shrunk the Mifa 9

June 07, 2024

Van specialist Maxus is widening its passenger car offering in Belgium. After the Uniq6 and Mifa 9, the smaller sibling of the latter is lauThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Ford Europe CEO returns to VW Group

June 06, 2024

Ford’s European top executive, Martin Sander, is moving back to the Volkswagen Group, his former employer. The German car manufacturer annouThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Poppy announces European first with tele-driving rollout

June 06, 2024

In full transition to a mobility provider, D’Ieteren is taking a pioneering step by introducing tele-driving on Belgian roads. Partnering This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Hedin Automotive to import Hongqi EH7 in Belgium

June 06, 2024

After the bulky Chinese Hongqi E-HS9 super-SUV, Hedin Automotive, the Swedish multi-brand retailer active in the Belux, will now start to imThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Volvo introduces world’s first EV battery passport

June 06, 2024

Volvo will launch the world’s first electric vehicle (EV) battery passport with its new EX90 electric SUV, which has finally gone into produThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Stijn Blanckaert is new MD at Renta

June 06, 2024

Stijn Blanckaert (50) is the new Managing Director of the Belgian Federation of Vehicle Rental Companies, Renta. Its predecessor, Frank Van This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Ford starts Explorer EV production in Germany

June 05, 2024

The first production model of the new Ford Explorer has rolled off the production line in Cologne and was also handed over directly to the fThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Pre-orders open for Stelato S9 in China

June 04, 2024

The big Stelato S9 luxury sedan, which debuted at the Beijing Auto Show in April, is now available to pre-order in China. Its domestic launcThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Will Audi Q10 e-tron be the saviour of Audi Brussels?

June 04, 2024

Following the decision to withdraw production of the Q8 e-tron from Europe and relocate it to Mexico, the search is ongoing for alternativesThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Towards nearly 5 billion air passengers

June 04, 2024

Airlines expect to carry almost five billion passengers worldwide this year, a new record, according to figures from the International Air TThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Testing fraud found at four Japanese automakers

June 04, 2024

Sales of certain Japanese models, like the Mazda MX-5 RF and Toyota Yaris Cross, have been halted. Four Japanese automakers have been found This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Belux car registrations in May:-5,9%

June 04, 2024

According to the data of the sector federation, Febiac, the car registrations in Belgium and Luxembourg decreased by 5.9% compared to May 20This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.