Nissan to stay in Formula E until 2026

March 25, 2021

Nissan confirms its participation in Formula E and immediately commits to a continued presence in the discipline until the end of the twelftThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

BMW ChargeForward: charging with excess renewable energy

March 25, 2021

BMW North America and Californian energy provider Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) extend their ChargeForward pilot from 400 to 3This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Toyota blows hot and cold on EVs (bis)

March 25, 2021

Toyota’s director of Energy & Environmental Research, Robert Wimmer, has pointed out before the American Senate “the tremendous challeThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

MIVB/STIB’s passengers more satisfied, De Lijn’s less

March 25, 2021

Less than 59% of passengers give the Flemish public bus company De Lijn an overall score of at least 7 out of 10. That is the conclusion of This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

US President Biden under pressure to phase out ICE

March 25, 2021

Two Californian senators, Alex Padilla and Dianne Feinstein, both Democrats, are putting pressure on President Joe Biden (also Democrat) to This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Dutch yeet! targets Flanders with 50 fast-charging stations

March 24, 2021

Dutch EV fast-charging scale-up yeet! Power is looking over the borders to France, Germany, Luxembourg, and Belgium to invest some €60 milThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

‘Wind farms to shut down once in four weekends in summer’

March 24, 2021

The combined energy production of nuclear power plants, solar panels, and wind farms leads to an electricity surplus and lower or even negatThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Audi starts production of Q4 e-tron in Zwickau

March 24, 2021

Audi’s electric offensive is picking up steam. Just shortly after the launch of the GT e-tron, the company announces the production start inThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Which Europeans are most interested in EVs?

March 24, 2021

Practically everybody agrees that the car market is reaching a turning point and that the energy transition is near. But which European citiThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Geely to launch new EV premium brand Zeekr (Update)

March 24, 2021

Geely, the Chinese car manufacturing group, has now confirmed that it is planning a new brand called Zeekr to be positioned in the premium sThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Is Tesla spying on us?

March 23, 2021

According to the governmental authorities in China, Tesla is spying for the USA through the data it collects from its cars. Beijing has deciThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Seat wants to build 500 000 EVs per year

March 23, 2021

Seat announced that at its annual press conference, it wants to produce 500 000 EVs per year in Spain from 2025 onward for its own label andThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Brussels Mobility to roll out pavement improvement plan

March 23, 2021

Mobility organization Brussels Mobility is planning to improve, renovate, and make sidewalks in the city more accessible to people with limiThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Chips shortage forces Volvo Car and Trucks to slow down again

March 23, 2021

The worldwide shortage of semiconductors forces Swedish carmaker Volvo Car again to slow down and temporarily stop production in China, the This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Flanders launches courtesy campaign for cyclist’s safety

March 23, 2021

The Flemish Minister for Mobility, Lydia Peeters (Open Vld), just launched a courtesy campaign to improve drivers and cyclists’ traffic safeThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

First 90-km long rollerblade route links Genk and Hasselt

March 22, 2021

Flanders proudly opened its first rollerblade route on Sunday. The signposted stretch between Hasselt and Genk contains several loops and coThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Alstom tours Flemish cities with Aptis e-bus

March 22, 2021

French rolling stock giant Alstom is touring Flemish cities in a charming offensive for its Aptis city e-bus. This 12-meter bus, with a capaThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Motorbike manufacturers to build universal, swappable batteries

March 22, 2021

Four major motorbike manufacturers have teamed up to develop swappable universal batteries for use in light motorbikes and scooters. These fThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Record number of fines for non-compliance with mileage tax

March 22, 2021

Last year, 31 283 fines were issued for non-compliance with the mileage tax on Flemish roads. That is a new record. Those fines represented This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Ford’s Mustang Mach E has persuasive power

March 22, 2021

In June last year, we talked to you about the advent of a new pure electric car from Ford, the Mustang Mach E. Meanwhile, Ford has launched This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Tesla to stop assembling in Tilburg

March 19, 2021

After eight years of assembling the Model S and Model X in Tilburg (Netherlands) for Europe, American carmaker Tesla shuts down the factory This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Belgian Ydra launches limited Folon edition e-scooter

March 19, 2021

Belgian electric scooter manufacturer, Ydra, launches a limited edition of its Retro range dedicated to the internationally renowned BelgianThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Audi confirms Brussels factory to build e-tron’s successor

March 19, 2021

In the Brussels factory of German premium carmaker Audi, where the all-electric e-tron model is built, some 42 100 cars left the production This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Renault to recycle batteries with Veolia and Solvay

March 19, 2021

Belgian chemical company Solvay and French specialist in optimized resource management Veolia welcome French carmaker Renault to recycle endThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

UK cuts down EV subsidies with immediate effect

March 19, 2021

On Wednesday, the British government announced a cut down of the subsidies for electric cars, vans, trucks, and PHEVs with immediate effect.This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

One-third fewer accidents with game detection system

March 19, 2021

The Flemish Minister for the Environment, Zuhal Demir (N-VA), wants to expand the game detection system along the Limburg roads. The system This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Total opens first ‘bio-CNG’ filling station in Wallonia

March 18, 2021

This Wednesday, petroleum giant Total has opened in Jambes its first ‘bio-CNG’ filling station in Wallonia. Actually, the fuel coming out ofThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Segway launches affordable e-scooters and e-moped

March 18, 2021

Segway, the producer of electric mobility solutions, launches three e-scooters and a moped. According to the company, they are affordable yeThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Objections against Willebroek-Brussels express tram overruled

March 18, 2021

The Belgian Council of State has rejected the appeal by some parties against the express tramline parallel with the A12 between Willebroek aThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Scotland to renationalize its railways

March 18, 2021

The Scottish government will renationalize train operator ScotRail by March of next year, the BBC reported on Wednesday. Since 2015, the traThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

BMW gives more details about new iX flagship

March 17, 2021

On the same day as their annual conference, BMW has given more details and the prices for their new flagship, the all-electric SUV iX. At thThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Nine in ten commuters use their car in Walloon Brabant

March 17, 2021

A recent study from HR bureau Acerta notes that 87% of commuters in Walloon Brabant used their cars to work in 2020. This is much more than This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Dacia Spring most affordable EV at €16 990

March 17, 2021

French carmaker Renault has revealed the base price for what was announced to become the ‘most affordable EV on the market’, the Dacia SprinThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

BMW looks into the future and shows new i4

March 17, 2021

At the BMW Group’s annual conference, CEO Oliver Zipse started his keynote speech with his view from a long-term perspective, assembled in fThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

New car sales in EU down again with 19,3% in February

March 17, 2021

The corona pandemic keeps weighing heavily on new car sales in Europe, with figures down again with 19,3% in February. According to the EuroThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Audi stops development internal combustion engine

March 17, 2021

The German car manufacturer Audi, part of the VW Group, has stopped developing new combustion engines (ICE). Audi CEO Markus Duesmann justifThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Limburg’s ‘Cycling through Heathland’ bridge ready in May

March 16, 2021

Limburg cyclists soon will have a new cycling attraction. In May, the first cyclists will be able to inaugurate the new cycling bridge in OpThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

‘Power Day’: VW to build six battery gigafactories

March 16, 2021

Yesterday, the Volkswagen Group presented its technology roadmap for batteries and charging up to 2030 today on its first s-called ‘Power DaThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

EU updates tire labels

March 16, 2021

Europe has updated its tire labels for a clearer alternative to help clients opt for safer and more effective tires. The new tag uses five cThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Opel electrifies Manta icon

March 16, 2021

Opel seems to be electrifying its cult model Manta. The German carmaker has provided a first preview of the Opel Manta GSe ElektroMOD, a purThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Whole Peugeot’s model range electric by 2023

March 15, 2021

Peugeot is adjusting its plans in the electrification of its models. By 2023 every model in the range will be electrified. The reason is twoThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Brussels: one in four newly registered vehicles electric

March 15, 2021

Almost a quarter of all new vehicles registered in the Brussels Region last year are electric or plug-in hybrids. This is shown by figures oThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Minister Peeters: using drones to reduce traffic deaths

March 15, 2021

The Flemish Minister of Mobility, Lydia Peeters (Open Vld), is working out an innovative plan to reduce the number of traffic deaths drasticThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Kia’s upcoming EV6 showcases seducing new brand design

March 15, 2021

On Monday, Kia disclosed its first fully electric car EV6’s design details, designed as such on the new E-GMP platform. It’s a milestone forThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

BMW Group accelerates renewable strategy

March 15, 2021

The BMW Group already said recently that it would accelerate its strategy into electrification and becoming a renewable manufacturer. This wThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Renault to sell La Fondrie and its Daimler shares

March 12, 2021

To get back into shape and plug its financial debt, French carmaker Renault is going through a major cost-cutting plan. On Thursday, the groThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Diesel omnipresent in EU truck sales despite 25,5% decline

March 12, 2021

While in the passenger car market alternative drivetrains like BEVs and PHEVs, in particular, are gaining momentum, in the EU truck market, This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

New markets and a surprising bin bike arise for Polestar

March 12, 2021

Building up a new car brand from scratch usually is a path full of hurdles. Polestar is no exception to the rule. But the company tries to cThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

BMW optimistic about 2021

March 12, 2021

BMW reckons that the new positive momentum that was already visible in the second half of last year will continue in 2021. The pandemic hThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.