Wallonia installs 600 smart traffic lights

March 18, 2022

By 2026, more than 600 of the 700 traffic lights installed along the regional road network in Wallonia will become smart traffic lights. TheThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

‘eHighways urgently need a boost in Flanders’

March 18, 2022

Trucks that draw their electricity from overhead wires on the highway are a way to make road freight transport independent of fossil fuels. This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Volvo joins forces with Starbucks for a charging network

March 17, 2022

Volvo has agreed with coffee chain Starbucks and supplier of charging infrastructure Chargepoint to install 60 high-speed stations at 15 locThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

E-scooters forbidden for minors under 16

March 17, 2022

The die is cast. The Ministers of Mobility of the different Belgian governments have finally decided to ban e-scooters from the footway. FroThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

TEC launches a pilot bus/bike experiment

March 17, 2022

Until 30 June, buses on the E5 express line between Nivelles and Namur will be able to take non-folding bicycles from commuters, either in tThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Even the iconic VW Beetle is victim of copycats

March 17, 2022

An electric car in the style of the VW Beetle was presented at the Shanghai Motor Show last year. The Beetle-like vehicle comes from Ora, a This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Renault’s Hyvia starts serial fuel cell production in Flins

March 16, 2022

Hyvia, the joint venture of Renault with American fuel cell manufacturer Plug Power, has started serial production of fuel cells in its factThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Deliveries for Mercedes EQE start by end of April

March 16, 2022

Mercedes has opened its order book for the EQE, the electric equivalent of the E-Class that rests on the new EVA platform that it shares witThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

VW: ‘EVs will be profitable sooner than expected’

March 16, 2022

“The profitability of EVs, a source of anxiety among car manufacturers for long, will be comparable to that of ICE cars sooner than expectedThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Ukrainian war could cut car production by 700 000 units

March 16, 2022

According to an analysis by Wells Fargo, global car production could shrink with up to 700 000 units during the first half of the year or 15This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Federal Ombudsman wants aerial LEZ at Brussels Airport

March 16, 2022

The noisiest and heaviest aircraft must be banned from Brussels Airport. That is what the Federal Ombudsman for the national airport, PhilipThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Northvolt Drei, second giga-battery plant in Germany

March 16, 2022

Swedish battery manufacturer Northvolt announces a second giga-battery factory to be built in Germany, in the northern part, in Heide (SchleThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Cowboy aims at 75 000 bikes by 2024

March 15, 2022

The Belgian electric and connected bicycle start-up Cowboy aims high for its future. After having already raised $ 80 million in January andThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Belgian government lowers fuel excise and VAT on gas

March 15, 2022

Finally, the Belgian Federal Government has reached an agreement on Monday evening to lower the excise on fuel and bring the VAT on gas backThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

VW Group also boosts benefits despite lower sales

March 15, 2022

In 2021 the Volkswagen Group sold 600 000 vehicles less because of the semiconductor shortage. Despite this setback, the German car manufactThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Flanders frees €218 million extra to lower energy consumption

March 15, 2022

The Flemish government will increase premiums for renovation, insulation, heat pumps, and renewable energy for this and next year. The budgeThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

EU envisioning total export ban on premium cars to Russia

March 15, 2022

The European Union is envisioning a total ban on exporting to Russia premium and luxury cars from brands like Audi, BMW, Mercedes, Ferrari, This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Magna CEO must fix production hiccups at Rivian

March 15, 2022

The CEO of Austrian contract manufacturer Magna Steyr, Frank Klein, is moving to California to fix the production woes at Rivian. He is takiThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

VW and Toyota factories closed in new Chinese lockdowns

March 15, 2022

As the Chinese government is trying to get hold of a new Covid-19 outbreak, several car manufacturers have to halt production because of a lThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

One third of new buses in EU alternatively-powered

March 15, 2022

According to the statistics of the European manufacturers’ organization, ACEA, almost one-third (31,2%) of the newly registered buses in theThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

German XBUS: affordable modular EV all-rounder

March 14, 2022

ElectricBrands AG, the German manufacturer of a kind of modular EV minibus called XBUS, is a new player entering the Belgian market in 2023.This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Vias: ‘Traffic aggression tripled in five years in Belgium’

March 14, 2022

Physical aggression in traffic increases. According to traffic safety institute Vias, the number of cases tripled in five years. Last year, This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Walloon climate citizens’ panel proposes 100 km/h on highways

March 14, 2022

At a general assembly in Namur on Sunday, the 168 recommendations were presented of a special panel of sixty Walloon citizens, selected by lThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

XPeng opens reservations for EV sedan P5 in Europe (update)

March 14, 2022

Together with the official opening of a second brand store in Leidschendam in the Netherlands, Chinese carmaker Xpeng has started taking resThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Brussels assigns drop zones for e-scooters

March 14, 2022

The Brussels Parliament has approved the proposal to better regulate shared e-scooters, bikes, and mopeds. The text provides compulsory parkThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Ford to sell more than 600 000 EVs in Europe by 2026

March 14, 2022

Today, Ford announced significant strides toward an all-electric future in Europe, which will see the company transform and offer a new geneThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Mercedes will recycle battery systems for 96%

March 14, 2022

Mercedes-Benz has presented its global strategy for recycling electric vehicle battery systems. This initially includes the construction of This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

For first time Dutch buy more e-bikes than classic ones

March 11, 2022

Last year, the sales of bicycles in the Netherlands decreased significantly (-16%) due to continuous supply problems. The sales of e-bikes, This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Rivian struggles to reach production goals

March 11, 2022

American electric pickup and SUV maker, Rivian, has announced on Thursday that production rates were lower than expected. Assembly started sThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Russia’s invasion makes green hydrogen cheaper than grey

March 11, 2022

What was deemed impossible until recently, has suddenly become a reality because of Putin’s war in Ukraine. According to an analysis by BlThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

BMW tripled benefit in 2021 and acquires Alpina

March 11, 2022

The net benefit of BMW Group more than tripled in 2021. This was caused by a higher turnover and lower production costs, and despite the semThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Van Hool to build 56 electric tram-buses for Paris

March 11, 2022

Belgian bus manufacturer Van Hool from Koningshooikt (Lier) may build at least 56 tram-buses that will run in Paris. The electric vehicles wThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

‘Mazda keeps to its multi-solution approach’

March 11, 2022

When traveling to Mazda’s EU headquarters in Frankfurt for the CX-60 reveal, we talked with Joachim Kunz, Senior Management Development &ampThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

First Hispano Suiza EV for the States

March 10, 2022

Michael Fux has just received his Hispano Suiza Carmen Boulogne. This is the first example to go to the US. The manufacturer came to life agThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

De Lijn offers real-time travel info via Google Maps

March 10, 2022

Public transport company De Lijn has introduced a new way of providing real-time traffic information via Google Maps. Since Wednesday, passeThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

BMW iX5 Hydrogen proofs rock-solid in winter conditions

March 10, 2022

Generally, BMW is very cautious about admitting hydrogen could become a viable alternative for the electric passenger car. But meanwhile, itThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

NMBS/SNCB’s electricity bill €60 million higher already

March 10, 2022

The high electricity prices cost Belgian railway company NMBS/SNCB tens of millions euros. According to Mobility Minister Georges Gilkinet (This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Volkswagen’s eagerly awaited ID.Buzz is very future-proof

March 10, 2022

The all-electric spiritual successor to the iconic T1 Bulli doesn’t fail to wow. With intelligent safety systems, bidirectional charging, This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

SAIC & Alibaba launch their first car, the L7

March 10, 2022

IM Motors (Zhiji Motors in Chinese), the joint venture between SAIC and Alibaba, has started the serial production of its first electric modThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Thriving D’Ieteren showcases its Mobility Experience

March 09, 2022

D’Ieteren Automotive, the importer of the Volkswagen brands in Belgium, is showcasing at its distribution center in Kortenberg there is moreThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

EPA proposes ‘Clean Trucks Plan’ for all of the US

March 09, 2022

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has proposed new rules to slash air pollution from heavy-duty vehicles. The new standard mainly adThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

ACEA urges EU to revise the Fuel Quality Directive

March 09, 2022

Given the preparation for the new Euro 7/VII emission standards (expected for this summer), the European car manufacturers association ACEA This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

IEA: ‘Global energy CO2 emissions in 2021 highest ever’

March 09, 2022

According to a new International Energy Agency (IEA) report, global energy-related CO2 emissions in 2021 rose to the highest level ever. IncThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Shell totally withdraws from Russia

March 09, 2022

The now British oil and gas concern Shell is breaking off all relations with Russia. The group earlier announced to sell all its investmentsThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Brussels injects €3 million into revamped car scrappage

March 09, 2022

Minister for Climate Transition and Environment Alain Maron (Ecolo) announced that the city of Brussels had approved the budget hike for itsThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Several VW Group brands freeze orders for PHEVs

March 09, 2022

Volkswagen has imposed an order freeze for plug-in hybrids. It follows sister brand Audi, which took the same decision two days ago, and othThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Mazda launches large CX-60 SUV, its first PHEV

March 08, 2022

The all-new Mazda CX-60 introduces the company’s first plug-in full hybrid technology to the European SUV market. Expanding Mazda’s SUV This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Hyundai and Iveco team up for electric and fuel cells

March 08, 2022

The Italian manufacturer of LCVs and trucks Iveco is joining forces with Hyundai to cope with the development of green drivelines and the trThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Arval increases profit by 52%

March 08, 2022

On Monday, Arval revealed its 2021 results, and despite the current difficulties, profit is on the rise. The branch of BNP Paribas Group speThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Aston Martin and Britishvolt to develop EV batteries together

March 08, 2022

Aston Martin has started a development partnership with Britishvolt on electric car batteries. The aim is to maximize the performance of speThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Volkswagen realigns its technical development

March 07, 2022

Volkswagen has announced that it is realigning the focus and working methods of Technical Development (TD) to shift towards electromobility This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

LeasePlan to offer Vietnamese VinFast EVs in Europe

March 07, 2022

LeasePlan is going to support Vietnamese electric car manufacturer VinFast in its market entry in the Netherlands, Germany, and France. AccoThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Pratt & Whitney to develop hydrogen-fueled jet engines

March 07, 2022

After Airbus in Europe took the lead on developing airplanes burning hydrogen instead of kerosene, American aerospace manufacturer Pratt &amThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

‘Car vacation now costing more than flying’

March 07, 2022

Will going on vacation by car become a luxury that only the rich can afford? There’s a chance of that if you look at the current record pricThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.