Volkswagen unveils zero-emission future of the GTI

September 04, 2023

There’s something old and something new about the ID. GTI Concept that Volkswagen has brought to the spotlights of the IAA in Münich. TheThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Tesla Model 3 gets revamped look and longer range (2023)

September 01, 2023

Tesla has thoroughly updated its entry-level Model 3 with a new exterior look, an upgraded interior in terms of quality and equipment, and aThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

US to fund its car industry $12 billion to go electric

September 01, 2023

The Biden administration is making up to $12 billion available to the American car industry to fund the conversion of their factories for prThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Alfa Romeo’s first EV for the happy few: 33 Stradale revived

August 31, 2023

Alfa Romeo kills two birds with one stone by presenting its long-awaited ‘6C’ supercar and its first fully-electric model: the 33 Stradale, This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Kia to launch its compact EV5 in China at €20.000

August 31, 2023

South Korean carmaker Kia is launching its EV5 compact SUV in China at a record-low price of 159 800 yuan, some 20 000 euros, Korean media wThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Renault’s Ampere going IPO next spring?

August 31, 2023

Renault CEO Luca de Meo has given more details about when the electric car business will split from the rest of the company and its planned This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

EU car market continues to grow

August 31, 2023

In July 2023, the EU car market continued its growth trajectory, expanding by 15,2%, the twelfth consecutive month of growth, according to tThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Interparking tests robots to recover burning EVs

August 30, 2023

Carpark specialist Interparking is testing two robots to move vehicles in and out of their underground facilities. These robots are better aThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Fisker launched in Benelux and Switzerland

August 29, 2023

The California-based electric car manufacturer Fisker has announced that it has launched in three new European markets: Belgium, the NetherlThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

First Mercedes-branded superchargers open this fall

August 29, 2023

Mercedes is on track, building its own global fast-charging park. In Europe, where the brand aims at 200 charging points, the car brand annoThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

BMW to unravel its ‘New Class future’ at IAA in Münich

August 28, 2023

At the Mobility Summit in Münich, BMW will unveil the Vision Neue Klasse (Vision New Class), which is believed to sit close to the productiThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Volvo to release first MPV in its history

August 25, 2023

Volvo has unveiled the first teasing pictures of what is believed to be an all-electric MPV. Dubbed EM90, the car wants to be a “ScandinavThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Volkswagen opens pre-sales of flagship ID.7 at €56.995

August 25, 2023

Volkswagen announced on Friday it opened pre-sales for its new flagship EV, the ID.7, at a price under 60k, that is €56 995 for the model This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

This SUV version of the Seal is BYD’s sixth model for the EU

August 24, 2023

China’s number one car brand, BYD, is bringing a sixth model to Europe. It is dubbed the Seal U and represents an SUV version of its compaThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Mercedes to upgrade its EQE and EQS

August 22, 2023

German premium car manufacturer Mercedes-Benz will reportedly upgrade its EQE and EQS electric models to an 800-volt electrical system from This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Volkswagen sustains sales in Europe, but slips in China

August 21, 2023

Sales keep troubling the German automotive giant Volkswagen Group. Its latest results published on Friday report encouraging growth for the This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Lanzador is first Lamborghini without tailpipes (update)

August 21, 2023

Premiered at the prestigious Monterey Car Week in California, Lamborghini has unveiled its first zero-emission family member. The new LamborThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Joachim Sas to lead luxury brands import for Louyet Group

August 17, 2023

Joachim Sas will lead the import of luxury brands like Automobili Pininfarina, McLaren, and Rolls-Royce as COO for the Belux market. UntiThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

E-vans over 3,5 tons to get tachograph exception in Belgium?

August 17, 2023

In an effort to further stimulate the adoption of electric vans for goods transport, Belgian Federal Minister for Mobility Georges Gilkinet This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Kia EV9 gets smaller brother EV5

August 17, 2023

The KIA EV5 will normally be revealed at China’s AutoChengdu on August 25, but as usual, the very first official pictures of the productioThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Nikola recalls all battery-electric Tre trucks and stops sales

August 16, 2023

After two separate fire incidents, US-based e-truck manufacturer Nikola has issued a recall for all 209 of its currently produced Tre BEV trThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Volvo Cars sells more cars and much more EVs

August 16, 2023

Volvo Cars reported global sales of 54 165 cars in July, up 21% compared with the same month last year. This was the eleventh consecutive moThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Vilvoorde viaduct restoration starts for next eight years

August 16, 2023

On Wednesday, the renovation works on the viaduct in Vilvoorde started. The restoration will take eight years, as announced in March, and thThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

‘Fremantle Highway’ fire not caused by EVs

August 16, 2023

After the fire on the car cargo ship ‘Fremantle Highway’ off the Dutch coast, many popular media hastily identified an electric car as the cThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Cadillac unveils Escalade IQ, an electric version of its big SUV

August 11, 2023

Cadillac has unveiled the Escalade IQ, an all-electric ‘full-size SUV’, scheduled for production in the summer of 2024. Based on General MotThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

BMW i7 Protection is first armored BEV

August 09, 2023

The BMW i7 Protection is the world’s first-ever protection berline with an all-electric drive system. It is driven by two powerful electriThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

BYD’s premium brand Denza launches two SUVs in China

August 08, 2023

Denza, BYD’s premium branch and joint venture with Mercedes-Benz, is launching two new SUVs back-to-back for the Chinese market. The firstThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Used car prices in Europe slightly lower in July

August 08, 2023

In July, prices of second-hand cars in Europe fell slightly. According to the Auto1 Group Price Index, the European report on used car priceThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Bike chain Lucien also moves into Wallonia

August 07, 2023

The listed company D’Ieteren, which is best known for importing and distributing cars of the Volkswagen Group and Carglass, is further exThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Second sub-€25.000 EV from Stellantis will be new Fiat Panda

August 07, 2023

Car manufacturing group Stellantis has announced that it plans to launch a second EV next year, costing less than € 25 000 in the standardThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Third Nikola CEO ex-Opel boss Lohscheller quits his job

August 07, 2023

American electric and fuel cell truckmaker Nikola keeps on sailing through stormy waters. Its third CEO in a row, Michael Lohscheller, the eThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

German hydrogen train pioneer switches to cheaper battery power

August 04, 2023

German railway company LNVG has decided to halt further investments in hydrogen trains to replace diesel engines. Claiming they are cheaper This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Traxio: ‘used car registrations increased by 16,6% in July’

August 03, 2023

Registrations of new cars increased over the last 12 consecutive months, but the second-hand car market is also doing well in Belgium, says This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Nearly 86.000 tons of used tires collected in 2022 in Belgium

August 02, 2023

Last year, 85 844 tons of used tires were collected in Belgium. This is according to the non-profit organization Recytyre, the Belgian organThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Car sales in the Belux continue to grow

August 02, 2023

For the 12th consecutive month, the manufacturer and importer association Febiac noticed a significant increase in car sales in Belgium and This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Stellantis gets 33,3% of capital fuel cell specialist Symbio

August 01, 2023

Stellantis Group has completed its 33,3% purchase in entering the capital of French fuel cell specialist Symbio, already a supplier of hydroThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Is there a new Saab coming?

August 01, 2023

The spirit of Saab might prevail, finally. An unknown investor has probably purchased the NEVS Emily GT project; hope is glimmering for the This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Gabriel Goffoy returns to BMW Group Belux to head Mini

July 31, 2023

The Belgian manufacturers association Febiac has lost its communication director (again). Gabriel Goffoy, who came over from BMW Belux to suThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Renault Zoe bows out in March 2024

July 27, 2023

Renault will cease production of its Zoe electric car on 30 March 2024. It was already clear that there would be no new Zoe generation, but This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

VW takes almost 5% in Xpeng and signs technology agreement

July 27, 2023

The Volkswagen brand has concluded a technological framework agreement for long-term cooperation with the Chinese electric car start-up XpenThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Stellantis grows in first half of 2023

July 26, 2023

Stellantis posts strong growth again in the first half of 2023 and sets new records in net revenues, adjusted operational income (AOI), and This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Mercedes tinkers with its BEV objectives

July 26, 2023

Mercedes-Benz is trying to improve its sluggish BEV sales, especially in China, but also in other markets. The answer of CEO Ola Kälenius aThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

BMW kicks off i5 production in Dingolfing factory

July 25, 2023

Two months after it was introduced to the world, the newest generation of the BMW 5 Series started production in BMW’s Dingolfing factory. TThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

More details about ‘Chinese’ Audi-SAIC cooperation

July 25, 2023

For weeks already, there have been rumors that VW’s daughter Audi is considering buying an electric car platform from a competitor in China.This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.