XPeng wants to produce in Europe and tightens links with VW

August 28, 2024

Xpeng is looking for a European production site because of the additional EU tariffs on imported electric cars from China. In addition, the This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Canada joins US on 100% import surtax for China-made EVs

August 27, 2024

Canada will implement a 100% surtax on all EVs made and imported from China from 1 October. Hybrids, plug-in hybrids, and fuel-cell vehiclesThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

VW Group CEO officially backs EU’s electric mobility agenda

August 13, 2024

In an interview with the German newspaper Der Welt, Volkswagen Group CEO Oliver Blume has strongly supported the European Union’s planned This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

US considering ban on Chinese software for autonomous driving

August 06, 2024

Sources told the press agency Reuters that the US is considering banning software for connected and autonomous driving cars developed in a ‘This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Outcry over Brussels ‘Fastest Cowboy in Town’ app

July 31, 2024

An interactive app by Brussels e-bike maker Cowboy that allows cyclists to race against each other is causing quite a stir, starting in AmstThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Japan cracks down on rideable suitcases

July 29, 2024

The growing popularity of rideable electric suitcases to get people quickly around airports and train stations has alarmed Japanese authoritThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Antwerp Airport gets new permit under strict conditions

July 24, 2024

Despite nearly 6,000 submitted objections, the airport in Deurne, also known as Antwerp Airport, has been granted a new environmental permitThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

EVs under increasing pressure in the U.S.

July 22, 2024

For years, EVs have been in a state of grace. For different reasons, this is over now. Electric vehicles, especially in the United States, aThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Ghent to collect more traffic fines from foreign LEZ offenders

July 19, 2024

As of October, the Ghent City Council will be able to collect traffic fines in 22 additional European countries, from Spain to Italy to PolaThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Dutch fatbikes have problems getting insured

July 17, 2024

Fatbikes are a fast-growing phenomenon in the Netherlands, with increasing risks of accidents and theft. That’s why a growing number of insuThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Lower EU import tariffs for ‘Chinese’ Minis and Cupras?

July 17, 2024

Two sources with knowledge of the matter said the European Commission has signaled to Volkswagen and BMW that it may consider lowering tarifThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Lawsuit threatens NMBS/SNCB over cheaper tickets via app

July 17, 2024

Consumer organization Testaankoop/Test Achat (TA) and equal opportunities center Unia threaten a lawsuit against Belgian public railroad comThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

De Wever asks Engie to keep nuclear plants open even longer

July 12, 2024

Fresh Belgian ‘formateur’ Bart De Wever (N-VA) has informed Engie that he wants to put “maximum” effort into nuclear energy, writes the busiThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

New Wallonian government wants to introduce highway vignette

July 12, 2024

Wallonia plans to introduce a freeway vignette to finance infrastructure in Wallonia. This is according to the new coalition agreement propoThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Kilometer charge for trucks offsets greening traffic tax

July 10, 2024

The kilometer charge for trucks offsets the Flemish Region’s loss of revenue due to the greening of traffic taxes. This is according to an aThis 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.

New York governor torpedoes Manhattan congestion charge

June 07, 2024

The Manhattan congestion charge, planned for activation in late June this year, has been axed. New York State Governor Kathy Hochul announceThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

New Belgian road code is now official

June 05, 2024

The current Belgian road code, which is some half a century old, will be modernized from 1 September 2026. This news was already known, but This 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.

Electric payroll cars surge fivefold over a two-year period

May 29, 2024

Despite much political debate about governmental subsidising, Belgium has witnessed a major transformation in its employee salary car fleet.This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Engie asks half billion extra for nuclear extension

May 28, 2024

Engie Electrabel is demanding 500 to 600 million euros in compensation from the Belgian government as the lifetime extension of two nuclear This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

City of Brussels wants measures against exhaust pipe terror

May 28, 2024

The Brussels city council wants the Brussels Region to take measures against noise from amplified engines and exhaust pipes in the capital’sThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Number of fare dodgers at De Lijn increases by +70%

May 24, 2024

Despite more checks, the number of fare dodgers at Flemish public transport company De Lijn has increased by more than 70% in five years. MoThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

London donates 110 ‘scrap’ ULEZ vehicles for Ukrainian aid

May 21, 2024

Over 100 vehicles have been donated to Ukraine through London’s ultra-low emission zone (ULEZ) scrappage program. Twenty of those vehicles hThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Brussels Airlines challenges Brussels Airport’s new permit

May 21, 2024

Brussels Airlines is going to the Council for Permit Disputes against the new environmental permit for Brussels Airport. According to the aiThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Liège Airport gets new environmental permit

May 02, 2024

The Walloon government has granted Liège Airport a new environmental permit. The Council of State initially threatened to annul that. StillThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

From next year, Flemish teachers can lease a bicycle cheaply

May 02, 2024

From next year, teachers will be able to use part of their gross end-of-year bonus to lease a regular or electric bicycle. According to FlemThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

14% of CARA fit-to-drive tests resulted in final ban in 2023

April 29, 2024

Last year, 5,317 Flemish people took a fit-to-drive test at the CARA center. Almost fourteen percent of them received negative driving advicThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Brussels restriction on shared e-scooters suspended

April 26, 2024

The Council of State is blowing the Brussels government the whistle over its decision to limit the number of shared e-scooters, according toThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Dieselgate: Continenal fined for 100 million euros

April 26, 2024

Automotive supplier Continental has agreed to a 100 million euro fine imposed by prosecutors for its involvement in the notorious dieselgateThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

German court might force Volkswagen to drop ID. badge

April 19, 2024

The claims over unjustified name use on car models come in waves. The latest in the line is Volkswagen, which faces a court case from a formThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Most drivers adjust driving behavior after speeding fine

April 19, 2024

In 2023, 30% of Belgians received a traffic fine, the vast majority for a speeding offense. A survey conducted by Traffic Safety Institute VThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Ecolo continues to push for 100 kph on motorways

April 15, 2024

Ecolo, the French-speaking Green party in Belgium, remains behind its choice for 100 kph on motorways in Belgium. At the Flemish Green PartyThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Bike more popular than car in inner Paris

April 12, 2024

In Paris, the bicycle has overtaken the car as a means of transport and is now behind walking and public transport. According to a surveyThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Stricter EU CO2 standards for buses and trucks

April 12, 2024

The European Parliament has approved stricter CO2 standards for buses and trucks. This includes the requirement that all new buses should beThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.