Belgian rail: flex subscription for teleworking commuters

May 20, 2021

The Belgian railways NMBS/SNCB is launching Flex Subscription, a pilot project with which it wants to offer the right answer to the changingThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

New company car taxation has many consequences

May 20, 2021

The agreement on a new taxation system for company cars provokes a lot of reactions. They come from all kinds of sources, inside and outsideThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Marelli to develop EV e-axles with Belgian PUNCH in Strasbourg

May 20, 2021

Italian global automotive supplier Marelli will develop and produce e-axles for electric vehicles in Strasbourg (France) in a joint venture This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Engie to invest massively in renewables

May 19, 2021

The French energy giant Engie has unveiled plans to invest massively in renewable energy. This is stated in the strategic plan announced by This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Lamborghini fully hybrid by the end of 2024

May 19, 2021

The Italian car manufacturer Lamborghini, part of the Volkswagen Group, has published its electrification strategy. Lamborghini will launch This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Via Palletto pilot: construction materials delivered by ship

May 19, 2021

The Flemish Waterway will launch a pilot project to transport construction materials on pallets via inland shipping, the organization announThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Stellantis and Foxconn to jointly develop digital car cockpit

May 19, 2021

Italo-Americano-French carmaker group, Stellantis, and Taiwanese electronic consumer goods giant, Foxconn are joining forces to develop the This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Air France-KLM: first long-haul flight on SAF biofuel

May 19, 2021

On Tuesday, an Airbus A350 from Air France-KLM made its first long-distance flight from Paris to Montreal (Canada) on SAF biofuel, made fromThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Electrified vehicles at 12% market share in France

May 18, 2021

In April 2021, electrified vehicles represented 12% of the new car market in France. It’s the sixth month in a row that this figure lies higThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Brussels: 96 000 Euro 4 diesel cars banned in 2022

May 18, 2021

Brussels’ low-emission zone (LEZ) is heading toward its next step in January 2022 with the ban of all Euro 4 diesel vehicles. This will concThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

First steer: SKODA Enyaq iV

May 18, 2021

Today, Skoda launches its first large electric car, the Enyaq iV. It’s no surprise that Skoda delivers this important product with a spaciouThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Federal government has agreement on company car taxation

May 18, 2021

After a long debate session into the night of Tuesday 18th of May, the Belgian federal government has reached an agreement on company car taThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Opel unveils Vivaro-e fuel cell van

May 18, 2021

After Stellantis Group announcing the beginning of April it will have three hydrogen-powered vans in its dealerships by the end of the year,This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Michelin seeks its future in premium EV

May 17, 2021

French tire manufacturer Michelin has just launched a new tire portfolio specially designed for sporty electric cars. By doing so, Michelin This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Citizen co-op CEDAN puts 101 shared EVs on Flemish streets

May 17, 2021

On Sunday, the starting shot was given in Bonheiden for the new citizen EV-sharing cooperation CEDAN, putting a fleet of 101 electric cars aThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Vias: ‘road casualties lower than ever in Q1 of 2021’

May 17, 2021

The number of traffic deaths on Belgian roads decreased by 22% during the first quarter compared to the same period last year. Also, the numThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Paris wants to reduce inner-city car traffic drastically

May 17, 2021

The City Council of Paris is planning to reduce car traffic in the city center sharply and turn it into a low-traffic zone. David Belliard fThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

BMW expects 50% EV sales by 2030

May 17, 2021

At its Annual General Meeting in March, the BMW Group announced its intention to avoid more than 200 million tons of CO2 by 2030. To achieveThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Chinese battery swapping records tempt carmakers to reconsider

May 14, 2021

As EV-battery swapping in record times of one or two minutes like Nio and Geely are featuring becomes more popular in China, Western carmakeThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

EU aims at zero pollution in air, water, and soil by 2050

May 14, 2021

The European Commission has prepared an ambitious action plan aiming at zero pollution in the air, water, and soil by 2050. It is part of thThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Zone 30 in Brussels: lower speeds and less serious accidents

May 14, 2021

The average speed has fallen, fewer accidents occur, and the travel time for road users has not increased. That is the first conclusion afteThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Toyota in excellent shape, despite pandemic or chip shortage

May 14, 2021

Japan’s number one car manufacturer, Toyota, has published financial results that are better than expected. Moreover, the carmaker foresees This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

LiveWire is the new EV sub-brand of Harley-Davidson

May 12, 2021

Harley-Davidson is launching a sub-brand that will focus exclusively on electric motorbikes. For the manufacturer, it is an opportunity to cThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

IEA: ‘fastest growth of renewable energy in 20 years’

May 12, 2021

According to a new report of the International Energy Agency (IEA), last year, renewable energy capacity increased at the highest pace in twThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Belgians disregard traffic rules most of 11 EU countries

May 12, 2021

More than eight out of ten (84%) Belgian drivers readily admit not always respecting traffic rules. This makes them the worst drivers in eleThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

American Blink Charging acquires Belgian Blue Corner

May 12, 2021

American EV-charging solutions provider, Blink Charging, wants to get a piece of the pie of Europe’s booming electric car business and acquiThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

E-buses of De Lijn now also run in Antwerp

May 12, 2021

In Antwerp, de Flemish public transport company De Lijn started on Tuesday deploying five electric buses. This is part of the pilot project This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Carglass gets rid of Belgian body shop activity

May 12, 2021

Automotive glass repair specialist Belron, the parent company of Carglass, sells its body shop activity in Belgium. It has been determined tThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Dutch car sector pleads for road pricing

May 12, 2021

A coalition of associations linked with the car sector in the Netherlands wants to profoundly change the car tax system and pleads for a forThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

SkyCharge: mobile EV charging service in East Flanders

May 12, 2021

SkyTechnics, one of D’Ieteren’s major subcontractors for installing EDI charging stations based in Nazareth near Ghent, is launching a mobilThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Subaru’s first all-electric car is an SUV called Solterra

May 11, 2021

Today, Subaru Corporation announces its first all-electric SUV. It will be called Solterra. It is built on the new global dedicated electricThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Porsche readies all-electric Macan for market launch in 2023

May 11, 2021

Porsche recently unveiled pictures of its all-electric Macan, as two camouflaged test mules are shown heading for real-life tests on German This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

BNEF: ‘EVs cheaper than ICE cars in Europe by 2025-2027’

May 11, 2021

Falling battery prices and the development of optimized EV platforms will make full-electric sedans and SUVs from the C and D segments as chThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

France says goodbye to mandatory CHAdeMO fast-charging

May 11, 2021

In a new decree, France writes off the obligation to use the Japanese CHAdeMO standard on all high-power fast-charging stations. European CCThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Mechelen wants smoke-free stations and gateways

May 11, 2021

The urban administration in Mechelen wants to make the gateways in the two stations smoke-free. In reaction to the city’s initiative, FederaThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Mercedes shows concept of its future small EQT van

May 11, 2021

Mercedes-Benz presents the Concept EQT, a near-production preview of the upcoming T-Class and its electric pendant, the EQT. The smaller vanThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Belgian federal government disagrees over company car taxation

May 11, 2021

At its formation, the so-called Vivaldi coalition forming the Belgian federal government had big plans to ‘green’ the company cars. As of 20This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Is the electric Opel Manta really coming?

May 10, 2021

Opel CEO Michael Lohscheller is thinking aloud about a possible return into (limited?) production of the Manta as an electric car. The feThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Terhills will transport visitors in fully autonomous shuttles

May 10, 2021

The touristic Terhills site in Limburg will have crewless self-driving shuttles on its territory by 2022. The kick-off was given last FridayThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Odometer fraud still exists

May 10, 2021

Last year, Car Pass received mileage readings for the first time from vehicles imported into Belgium from abroad. This revealed that fraud iThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

D’Ieteren carbon neutral by 2025?

May 10, 2021

By 2025 the mobility activities of the D’ieteren Group have to halve their carbon footprint. This concerns the fleet and logistics activitieThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Namur has new cable car

May 10, 2021

A new cable car was inaugurated in Namur on Saturday. It connects the place, Maurice Servais, with the esplanade in front of the Citadel. ItThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Brussels Airlines waves ‘Magritte plane’ goodbye

May 07, 2021

Brussels Airlines’ blue airplane with the white birds painted on it as a tribute to the Belgian surrealist artist René Magritte (°1898 –This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Swiss to cut staff and fleet, 1 700 jobs at risk

May 07, 2021

Swiss Airlines, a subsidiary of Germany’s Lufthansa Group like Brussels Airlines, has announced that it will restructure its fleet and cut jThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

German car industry under threat of a huge job loss

May 07, 2021

While numerous glorifying press releases from German manufacturers reach us about the excellent figures for Q1 2021, the Ifo Institute (LeibThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

E-commerce is booming, so here is the Citroën Ami Cargo

May 07, 2021

City dwellers might soon welcome a different but very cuddly kind of delivery vehicle at their front door, dropping off their food, packagesThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Taxistop now called Mpact with more outspoken mission

May 06, 2021

Taxistop, the platform for shared mobility and the shared Cambio cars, has a new name and logo. The new name – Mpact – is a combination This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

7 000 charging points in Wallonia by 2025

May 06, 2021

This Wednesday, on the LN24 news channel, Walloon Energy and Mobility Minister Philippe Henry (Ecolo) announced that the original plan to reThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Belgian Cowboy launches 4th generation connected e-bike

May 06, 2021

The Belgian start-up Cowboy has launched the fourth generation of its connected e-city bike of the same name. The bike is available in a claThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Japanese marine engine manufacturers join forces in hydrogen

May 06, 2021

Three major Japanese marine engine manufacturers, Yanmar, Kawasaki, and J-ENG, have joined forces to develop hydrogen technology for ocean-gThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.