Hyundai Boulder Concept: made in and for the USA

April 09, 2026

The Hyundai Boulder Concept previews a rugged body-on-frame SUV. It previews an entire model line of pickup trucks and SUVs designed in America, developed for America, and built in America using Hyundai U.S. steel. The first model is expected by 2030. Hyundai wants to attract U.S. customers with products built especially for them. And like […]

Climate change is widening the gap between day and night

April 09, 2026

The difference between day and night temperatures – scientists call it ‘the diurnal temperature range’ – in spring is growing, and that is not good news, scientists say. And the trend is confirmed by the European Environment Agency (EEA) and the World Meteorological Organization (WMO). In the past, nighttime temperatures increased faster than daytime temperatures, so […]

Innovative hydrogen tank technology symbolizes BMW’s technology-neutral approach

April 09, 2026

The BMW Group is adopting a new, innovative hydrogen tank technology for the BMW iX5 Hydrogen, symbolizing the manufacturer’s technology-neutral approach and offering five different drive systems in one single model. The new arrangement and size of the tanks enable a higher range of up to 750 km. The new ‘BMW Hydrogen Flat Storage’ system […]

IATA-boss warns rise in airfare prices is still inevitable

April 09, 2026

Higher airfare prices are inevitable. That’s what Willie Walsh, CEO of the International Air Transport Association (IATA), said at a meeting in Singapore. Even after a cease-fire in Iran. According to Walsh, the aviation industry will likely continue to face disruptions in jet fuel supply for months to come, even if Iran does reopen the […]

Volkswagen reveals its first EV with lidar and XPeng software

April 09, 2026

At the VW Brand Night in China, the German car manufacturer has pulled the wraps off the ID. Aura T6. This mid-size electric SUV is built on an entirely new, China-specific architecture. Say goodbye to MEB and meet CEA: the platform co-developed with XPeng. When unveiled, the T6 was still tightly wrapped in camouflage film, […]

Five-minute charge, €115,000 price tag, Denza faces EU reality check

April 09, 2026

With BYD’s Vice-President Stella Li taking the stage in Paris on Wednesday to launch Denza in Europe, the setting was as strategic as the product itself. China’s largest carmaker did not opt for a conventional auto show or conference hall, but rented the iconic Palais Garnier, one of Europe’s most emblematic temples of culture and […]

Updated BMW i7 will use Gen6 batteries from Rimac

April 09, 2026

BMW Group is partnering with Rimac Technology to equip the updated all-electric BMW i7 with Gen6 cylindrical battery cells, targeting higher energy density, increased range, and faster charging. Production of the new high-voltage battery system will take place in Croatia ahead of the i7’s debut at Auto China 2026. At the core of the new […]

Ex-Ford Genk supplier OPmobility exits as hydrogen reality bites

April 09, 2026

The quiet closure of the Genk site of OPmobility, part of a French automotive supplier known formerly as Plastic Omium, marks more than the loss of some 50 jobs in Limburg, Belgium. It is a small but telling signal of how Europe’s automotive supply chain is recalibrating its bets on hydrogen mobility – years after […]

Californian Monarch Tractor collapse puts Belgian millions at risk

April 08, 2026

The Californian Monarch Tractor, a pioneer in self-driving and ‘smart’ electric tractors, is in dire straits. The company lays off almost all of its staff, puts its research site up for rent, and auctions off its assets. The Flemish taxpayer and a number of wealthy Belgian industrial families (Colruyt, Toye, Adriaenssen-de Spoelberch, Thermote) risk losing out. […]

Renault honors Louis Schweitzer and unifies its charging ecosystem as ‘Plug Inn’

April 08, 2026

Renault Group pays tribute to its former Chairman and CEO, who passed away on November 6, 2025, by naming the Le Mans site (France), the Group’s chassis center of excellence, after him. Meanwhile, the group opens a new chapter in its electric journey by bringing together all of its charging activities and related services under […]

De Lijn tests smart ‘extra eyes’ for tram drivers in Ghent”

April 08, 2026

Following a successful pilot project in Antwerp, De Lijn will also test an advanced driver assistance system for trams in Ghent. The system acts as a digital co-pilot, assisting tram drivers in complex urban traffic situations by helping them identify risks more quickly and prevent collisions. Last year, the driver assistance system project, part of the […]

Three-quarters of former Van Hool employees are already back at work

April 08, 2026

Two years after the bankruptcy of bus manufacturer Van Hool, three out of four employees are back at work. This is according to figures released by Flemish Minister of Employment Zuhal Demir. According to the N-VA minister, the figures show that targeted guidance, outplacement, and training through VDAB, a Flemish government agency that matches labor […]

Tourists beware: French carpool lane sign could mean €135 fine

April 08, 2026

Anyone driving to France should watch out for a new traffic sign on French highways: some lanes are marked with a raised diamond, indicating that the lane is reserved for cars with at least two occupants – also called ‘carpool lane’. Taxis and electric cars are also allowed to use them.  The sign is often located […]

Ayvens aims to unlock trust in used EVs with battery health certificates

April 08, 2026

Ayvens Carmarket is introducing battery health certificates for used electric vehicles across Europe. This move may seem incremental at first glance, but it could mark a turning point in how the second-hand EV market operates. The initiative comes from Ayvens, one of the world’s largest mobility and leasing companies. Formed in 2023 through the merger […]

Toyota’s new RAV4 reinforces cautious path toward full electrification

April 08, 2026

Toyota has unveiled the sixth-generation RAV4. Toyota Motor Corporation is not just renewing one of its best-selling models; it is reaffirming a BEV-cautious strategy that continues to set it apart from much of the industry. Since its launch in 1994, the RAV4 has grown into one of the world’s most successful SUVs, with more than […]

First ‘Ocean COP’ will take place January 2027 in New York

April 07, 2026

From January 11 to 22, 2027, the first ‘Ocean COP’ will take place, the first formal meeting of states that have ratified the groundbreaking treaty for the protection of the High Seas. The High Seas Treaty, as the meeting is officially called, will be held at the UN headquarters in New York. This treaty governs […]

Zeekr cars get Skoda-like Android infotainment in Europe

April 07, 2026

Zeekr has partnered with German infotainment company 3 Screen Solutions (3SS) to develop a new Android-based infotainment system for its European cars. It will offer an ‘Entertainment Hub’ featuring European content providers and streaming services for watching TV directly in the car. But it might come with ads. And does the layout of the Zeekr […]

Flemish ferry services transport about 5.4 million people in 2025

April 07, 2026

Last year, almost 5.4 million people in Flanders used some kind of ferry service. This figure shows that ferry services play an important role in sustainable mobility, recreation, and local connections across our inland waterways. For many cyclists and walkers, they provide a fast and practical connection. Flanders has one of Europe’s densest cycling infrastructures, […]

Tesla makes a comeback in European sales charts

April 07, 2026

Registrations tripled in France, nearly doubled in Norway. After the worst year in recent memory, Tesla’s sales numbers are moving in the right direction again. The question is whether a cheaper Model Y and surpassing a stumbling BYD again are enough to call this a recovery. A year ago, Tesla was bleeding. Exactly one year […]

Noll Go: the Swedish e-bike that wants to reinvent the wheel (again)

April 07, 2026

Swedish start-up Nuxon Mobility is turning heads with the Noll Go, a spokeless, hubless e-bike with tires you can never puncture. It sounds like a prop from a Star Wars movie. Except it actually rides. Some concepts take your breath away. Others do that right up until you realize they’ll never leave the show floor. […]

Brussels LEZ: new fines starting June 7

April 07, 2026

Is the Brussels saga surrounding the Low-Emission Zone (LEZ) finally coming to an end? The Brussels government has finally set a schedule for the new LEZ fines system. If the technical obstacles are resolved, the imposition of LEZ fines should begin on June 7. Euro 5 diesel vehicles and Euro 2 gasoline vehicles, which in […]

Vietnam’s VinFast drives battery-swapping scooters into mass markets

April 07, 2026

As its ambitions in Europe remain in flux, Vietnamese EV maker VinFast is sharpening its focus closer to home, accelerating a large-scale battery-swapping rollout for electric scooters in Vietnam while preparing to expand into major Asian markets such as India and Indonesia. The move underscores how central scooters remain to both the company’s strategy and […]

Renault’s quiet architect plans exit as turnaround enters next phase

April 07, 2026

Jean-Dominique Senard, the discreet architect behind Renault’s post-Ghosn recovery, is preparing to close his chapter at the French carmaker. The chairman of Renault Group has indicated he will not seek a new mandate when his term expires in spring 2027, when he will be 74, paving the way for a carefully managed transition at the […]

EVs are quietly gaining ground on Belgium’s used car market

April 06, 2026

After a sluggish start to the year, Belgium’s second-hand car market bounced back in March. The Brussels Motor Show is partly to thank. But the real story is what’s happening under the hood: an aging fleet, a cautious private buyer, and an electric share that is slowly, steadily climbing. The first quarter of 2026 was […]

TAP sale heats up: Air France-KLM vs Lufthansa, with IAG dropping out

April 06, 2026

Both Air France-KLM and Lufthansa have submitted bids to Parpublica, the Portuguese state holding company, for a minority stake in TAP Air Portugal. The Portuguese government intends to sell up to 49,9% of the shares, with a 5% tranche reserved for employees. The state formally retains control but has indicated its intention to sell the […]

Subaru Getaway: three-row family EV with off-road DNA

April 06, 2026

Subaru pulled the wraps off its largest and most powerful electric vehicle yet at the 2026 New York Auto Show. The Getaway is a seven-seat SUV that blends family needs with the brand’s trademark all-terrain credentials. It’s a strictly North-American affair that, despite the adversary context for electric mobility in the region, relies entirely on […]

ACEA report: growth returns, but Europe’s car industry loses its edge

April 03, 2026

The latest Economic and Market Report for full-year 2025 from ACEA, the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association, paints a cautiously optimistic picture on the surface, but a deeper reading reveals a more unsettling reality for Europe’s automotive sector. While the headline figures point to stabilizing macroeconomic conditions and modest market growth, the underlying data highlights structural […]

Electra opens Belgium’s first 1000 kW ‘flash charging’ station

April 02, 2026

Electra, one of Belgium’s leading fast-charging operators, has opened Belgium’s first 1000 kW station in Malle. The chargers themselves have a capacity of 1000 kW, but ‘only’ 600 kW is available per car. Although that’s still enough to recharge them in the time it takes to have a coffee and bathroom break on the road. […]

Millions of ghost passengers at NMBS: figures corrected, profits drop again

April 02, 2026

“Sometimes the wrong train takes you to the right place,” goes a well-known saying. It’s a perfect quote to describe the optimism with which the Belgian public railway company NMBS/SNCB viewed its own passenger figures during all those difficult years, because it now turns out that those figures were far too high for years. Meanwhile, […]

Stellantis faces a massive recall… again

April 02, 2026

Auto manufacturing group Stellantis has to recall 700,000 vehicles worldwide due to a fire risk. Models built between 2023 and 2026 have components from the fuel and electrical systems that are too close together, posing a potential fire hazard. In Belgium, 22,000 vehicles are concerned. Stellantis is facing yet another reliability concern with its vehicles. […]

Brussels wants to lower the price of CO2 emissions

April 02, 2026

The European Commission wants to limit high energy costs for heavy industry by lowering the price European companies pay to Brussels for their CO2 emissions. It would give entrepreneurs more financial breathing room in times of high energy prices and geopolitical unrest. A growing number of countries, including Poland and Italy, have been pushing for […]

World Car of the Year 2026 is the BMW iX3

April 02, 2026

At the New York International Auto Show, the World Car Awards for 2026 have been revealed. It was the 22nd time that a car obtained the title of World Car of the Year, and this year it was the new BMW iX3, the first of the ‘Neue Klasse’, that won. The World Car Awards are […]

Belux car sales up 8.8% in March, almost 54% of them electrified

April 02, 2026

According to data from the federal public service Mobility and the sector federation Febiac, 43,733 new cars were registered in Belgium and Luxembourg, an increase of 8.8% compared to last year. In the first three months (YTD), 113,805 new cars were sold, a 5.9% decrease from the same period last year. Most noticeable in March: […]

Inside BMW’s urban iFactory: how the new i3 transforms Munich production

April 02, 2026

The start of production of the new BMW i3 this summer marks more than just the launch of another electric vehicle. It signals a fundamental transformation at BMW Group Plant Munich, one of the most unusual and strategically important car factories in Europe. As BMW invited the international press, we were able to visit the […]

Skydiving from an e-plane? For now, it remains Cerfontaine’s dream

April 02, 2026

The Société Wallone des Aéroports (SOWAER) has appointed a new manager for Cerfontaine airfield, located in the province of Namur. The new manager aims to make the site more environmentally friendly, in part by using an electric aircraft for the skydiving school operating there. However, it’s not that simple: Fully electric aircraft specifically designed for […]

End of the road for Volvo’s go-it-alone strategy as Geely calls the shots

April 01, 2026

Volvo Cars is drawing closer to sister brand Polestar and its Chinese parent, Geely, through a pair of moves that signal the end of the Swedish carmaker’s long-running independence. Volvo has long benefitted from an exclusive position within the Geely group, lending the brand a strong independence to safeguard its Swedish roots. But that privilege […]

Extra Belgian flights, grounded older jets: airlines’ summer dilemma

April 01, 2026

As demand rises, Brussels Airlines will operate additional flights during the summer vacation. It will therefore add approximately 170 extra round-trip flights within Europe, providing 60,000 additional seats. Lufthansa, the group to which Brussels Airlines belongs, is, on the other hand, exploring various scenarios to cope with rising kerosene prices driven by the war in […]

Is the new Citroën 2CV finally coming?

April 01, 2026

With retro design very popular these days and new EU regulations promoting small European EVs, the time may have come for a modern version of the iconic Citroën 2CV. Rumors have it that Citroën wants to surprise everybody at the next Paris Motor Show in October with an entirely new 2CV Concept. Citroen’s new CEO, […]

New Volvo hydrogen truck coincides with Toyota–Daimler alliance

April 01, 2026

The unveiling on Wednesday of a new hydrogen-powered truck by Volvo Group marks a decisive moment for the future of long-haul transport. Presented alongside plans by Toyota Motor Corporation to join Daimler Truck and Volvo as equal shareholders in their fuel-cell joint venture Cellcentric, the move highlights a growing industrial push to bring hydrogen into […]

From test to traffic: Colruyt’s driverless deliveries go live in Leuven

April 01, 2026

On Tuesday, Colruyt’s online grocery service Collect&Go launched an innovative home delivery service in Leuven using an unmanned electric vehicle. The project began as a pilot earlier.  The launch is part of the broader development of sustainable and efficient urban logistics. The vehicle is – for the time being – remotely controlled and monitored via […]

From Inchcape to Beherman: Roosen takes wheel at Benelux importer

April 01, 2026

Beherman Motors has appointed Michael Roosen as its new Chief Executive Officer, bringing in a seasoned automotive executive who is making the move from Inchcape Belux, where he was CEO from 2019  to 2024. Roosen is to lead the Benelux importer and distributor into its next growth phase. No coincidence, just as the company expands […]

Massimo Fumarola is the new VP Strategy & Product Performance at Alpine

April 01, 2026

Alpine announces today the appointment of Massimo Fumarola as Vice President Strategy & Product Performance, effective on 1st April 2026. He will join the Alpine Management Committee and report directly to Philippe Krief, the brand’s Chief Executive Officer. Sovany Ang, who previously held this position, is taking on other responsibilities within Renault Group. 30 years […]

Skoda Peaq spotted: flagship 7-seat EV steps into the spotlight

March 31, 2026

The Skoda Peaq is coming mid-2026 as not only the largest electric model in the range, but the largest Skoda full stop. It promises more than 600 kilometers of range, seats up to 7 people, and should also be the most comfortable Skoda yet. In preparation for its full unveiling, the Czech brand has snapped […]

Belgium to mandate helmets for e-scooters over 20 km/h

March 31, 2026

Minister of Mobility Jean-Luc Crucke (Les Engagés) wants to introduce a mandatory helmet law for users of e-scooters exceeding 20 kilometers per hour and has drafted a royal decree to that end. His goal is clear: to save lives. Emergency doctors have long been advocating for a helmet mandate, and now politicians are following suit. The rule […]

A full charge in nine minutes? BYD Song Ultra storms the market

March 31, 2026

BYD is fighting a downward trend in its home market. And the best remedy to counter such a dip is a fresh product. Enter the Song Ultra EV, a car that aims to set a benchmark for what a mid-size electric SUV can deliver for the money. Buyers didn’t fail to notice. The Ultra is […]

Geely puts Volvo in charge to fix Lynk & Co’s troubled European execution

March 31, 2026

Volvo Cars will take responsibility for the commercial and brand operations of its sister-brand Lynk & Co in Europe, marking a decisive step in Geely Holding Group’s accelerating strategy to integrate its brands and scale more efficiently on the continent. The move, announced on March 30, gives Volvo Cars control over Lynk & Co’s European […]

Flemish Mobility Minister pushes through with car inspection reforms

March 30, 2026

Despite criticism from all sides, Flemish Mobility Minister Annick De Ridder (N-VA) is pushing through her plans to reorganize the car inspection. The Minister wants to change and simplify the system because, in her eyes, it’s ‘gold-plated’ and asks too much of the common Flemish car owner. The most important changes are the abolition of […]

Less trucks, more boats: Brussels maps ‘greener’ construction future

March 30, 2026

The Port of Brussels is launching an interactive map to facilitate the transport of construction materials via waterways. The tool is primarily aimed at large shipments exceeding 1,000 tons. The interactive map mainly targets companies active in the construction sector, logistics, and large urban construction sites that wish to reduce their carbon footprint, as the […]

Skoda Elroq and Enyaq 2026 get frunk, V2L, LFP and more

March 30, 2026

Skoda has updated its popular electric SUVs, Elroq and Enyaq, for the 2026 model year. Both models get practical improvements, like a frunk and bidirectional charging, as well as a completely revamped infotainment system. The updated Elroq and Enyaq will launch in mid-2026. The Skoda Enyaq was one of the most popular electric SUVs in […]

Pieter De Crem new chairman of high-voltage group Elia

March 30, 2026

Pieter De Crem (CD&V) was appointed chairman of high-voltage group Elia in February. This is stated in the company’s annual report. He succeeds Geert Versnick, who passed away last November.  De Crem has been a member of the board of directors of the high-voltage group since 2021. He has also been appointed chairman of Elia […]

Passenger flights resume at Liège Airport

March 30, 2026

Starting in October, AirBaltic will operate passenger flights to the Canary Islands from Liège Airport. The regional airport had not had any passenger flights since the beginning of this year, following TUI fly’s departure. The flights are scheduled through the end of March 2027 and are now available for booking. Twice weekly The Latvian airline […]

Still no LEZ fines in Brussels: what drivers need to know from April 1

March 30, 2026

It appears that, as of April 1, you are still safe for the time being from the automatic €350 fine for drivers entering the Brussels Low-Emission Zone (LEZ) in a Euro 5 diesel or Euro 2 gasoline vehicle. Even though your vehicle is officially banned, no fines will be issued for the vehicles in question […]

Beherman named FUSO importer in Netherlands, completing Benelux push

March 30, 2026

The Belgian family-owned Beherman Group is entering a new phase in its long history, with its subsidiary Beherman Motors appointed as the official importer of Mitsubishi FUSO Truck and Bus Corporation vehicles in the Netherlands, expanding its territory to the entire Benelux. By taking over this role from Daimler Truck, the group not only grows […]

White gold rush? Belgium joins hunt for hidden hydrogen bonanza

March 30, 2026

Last week, we reported that a gigantic white hydrogen bubble had been found, presumably extending across the subsurface beneath France, Germany, Luxembourg, and Belgium. There would be an estimated 34 million tons of soil, equivalent to 14 years of Belgium’s electricity consumption. Natural hydrogen fields are rare but highly useful to the industry. Scientists suspect […]

World’s largest electric carmaker BYD posts first profit drop in four years 

March 30, 2026

BYD, the world’s largest electric vehicle manufacturer, reported a 19% decline in net profit for 2025. It’s the company’s first such drop in four years. The results reveal the growing cost of competing in China’s saturated EV market. BYD is hastily looking beyond its home borders to counter the downward trend. The numbers in brief […]

Dutch motorcycle tax fraud grows as imports rise, Belgium in focus

March 30, 2026

The Dutch motorcycle market is facing a growing fraud issue involving the country’s purchase tax system, with industry organisations warning that millions of euros in revenue may be lost each year through manipulation of import values. According to RAI Vereniging, large-scale fraud is taking place in the import of second-hand motorcycles, a problem first highlighted […]

Geely integrates European engineering centers

March 30, 2026

The Chinese car manufacturer Geely is restructuring its European development activities by consolidating operations in Sweden and Germany under the new Geely Technology Europe unit. The move is intended to strengthen the region’s role within the group’s global development network. The move comes at the same time as the arrival of Geely-branded cars in Europe. […]

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