December 13, 2024
The introduction of an annual road tax for new electric cars in Flanders, initially set to take effect on January 1st, 2025, has been postpoThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
December 13, 2024
Stellantis brand DS Automobiles has finally unveiled its new flagship DS N°8. The SUV/crossover coupé will be the carmaker’s latest flagshThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
December 12, 2024
According to a new study by Nature Communications, tourism turnover almost doubled between 2009 and 2019, representing an annual growth of 5This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
December 12, 2024
Today, Toyota released information on its brand new EV, the Urban Cruiser. Its public world premiere will be at the Brussels Motor Show in JThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
December 12, 2024
The facelifted version of the popular BYD Dolphin hatchback has leaked. According to registration details from China’s Ministry of IndustrThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
December 12, 2024
The Board of Directors of the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) has elected Ola Källenius, Chairman of the Board of MThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
December 11, 2024
IATA, the global airline umbrella organization, expects airlines worldwide to carry 5.2 billion passengers next year, the first time this wiThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
December 11, 2024
A year after the California DMV suspended Cruise’s robotaxi services in San Francisco following a series of incidents with pedestrians, GeneThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
December 11, 2024
Every year, around 239,000 deaths in the European Union can be attributed to exposure to fine particulate matter, a key air pollutant. AnothThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
December 11, 2024
The Brussels Motor Show (BMS) will be held from 10 to 19 January 2025 in the Brussels event halls at the Heysel. After skipping 2024, the 10This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
December 06, 2024
There are no longer any fully electric winners in VAB’s ‘Family Car of the Year’ election this year. The gold medal goes to a hybrid (HEV) fThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
December 06, 2024
Almost half of Belgians, 47%, never take the train, according to the survey ‘Accessibility of transport in Belgium 2024’ by the Federal PublThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
December 06, 2024
For the second time in four years, Subaru ranked first in Consumer Reports’ annual brand report card, which measures vehicle performance, This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
December 04, 2024
California-based start-up Aptera Motors is once again turning to crowdfunding in its mission to bring its solar-powered, three-wheeled electThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
December 04, 2024
The new UK government is putting its money where its mouth is: the private rail company Southern Western Railways will become a public transThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
December 04, 2024
Ford has unveiled the electric version of its best-selling model in Europe. The Cologne-based manufacturer emphasizes its dynamic acceleratiThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
December 04, 2024
In November 2024, 31,824 new cars were registered, or 15.3% less than in November 2023. Regarding second-hand car registrations, Traxio seesThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
December 03, 2024
According to a new ranking by Transport & Environment (T&E), only 10 out of 77 airlines are making noteworthy efforts to switch to sThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
December 03, 2024
On Sunday, the multinational automotive group Stellantis said that its chief executive officer, Carlos Tavares, has resigned, forcing the coThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
December 03, 2024
According to the sector federation Febiac and the Federal Government service Mobility and Transport, the car registrations for November wereThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
November 29, 2024
Belgium has a bad reputation regarding the quality of its road network, but now the country seems to have reached a new low. According to a This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
November 29, 2024
Nissan is navigating turbulent waters as it faces a strong revenue drop and has switched to ‘emergency mode,’ according to its boss, MakThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
November 28, 2024
The Chinese car manufacturer Chery has kicked off car production in the old Nissan site in Barcelona’s Zona Franca. The first model to roll This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
November 27, 2024
Belgians suffer from so-called ‘car obesity’: they want bigger and bigger cars. Recent Transport & Environment (T&E) research has shThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
November 27, 2024
Maextro, the joint venture between Chinese tech giant Huawei and car manufacturer JAC, has unveiled its first model: the Maextro S800. It isThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
November 27, 2024
Fully autonomous driving is becoming a reality, at least within the BMW and MINI factories. The cars drive themselves off the production linThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
November 27, 2024
Northvolt’s number one and two shareholders, the Volkswagen Group and Goldman Sachs bank will write down their stake in the battery maker. TThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
November 26, 2024
By 2030, replacing an electric car’s battery might be cheaper and easier than replacing a dying classic combustion engine (ICE). At least, tThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
November 26, 2024
From December 1st, the American ride-hailing service Uber will also start offering its services throughout Wallonia, just as it already doesThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
November 26, 2024
German carmaker Mercedes is ‘reinventing’ braking on electric cars by ditching the classic wheel brake disks and moving the braking system iThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
November 25, 2024
Chinese-owned British sports car icon Lotus, which was on track to be an electric-only brand by 2028, is backing down on its plan and will aThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
November 22, 2024
According to data from ACEA, the European Car Manufacturers Association, new EU car registrations reversed their decline in October 2024, reThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
November 21, 2024
These are tense times for Air Belgium. An investor has submitted a bid for the ailing Walloon airline. Judicial reorganization proceedings eThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
November 21, 2024
Once again, Ford has announced plans to reduce its European workforce by around 4,000 employees in 2027. There are 2,900 of them in Germany,This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
November 20, 2024
Daimler Buses presented its first electric high-floor intercity bus at the 2024 eMobility Days in Berlin: the Mercedes eIntouro. It is basedThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
November 20, 2024
This year, Belgium has moved up four places in the annual ranking of almost seventy countries in the fight against climate change. AccordingThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
November 20, 2024
Second time lucky? Jaguar is setting the stage for a dramatic reinvention aimed at the higher end of the luxury market. Ahead of the reveal This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
November 20, 2024
Chinese EV giant BYD, almost on par with Tesla as the biggest in the world, has officially released its Sealion 7 SUV on Belgian roads. It cThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
November 20, 2024
Following the lead of individuals, several business leaders, and Hollywood celebs, Groupe Rossel, the Belgian media group behind the newspapThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
November 19, 2024
The Danish government will introduce an emissions tax on livestock farming by 2030, making Denmark the first country in the world to do so. This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
November 19, 2024
The Dutch province of Zeeland wants to replace the Westerschelde Ferries, which currently sail across the Western Scheldt, with zero-emissioThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
November 18, 2024
Toyota plans to expand its electric vehicle production capabilities with ‘Area 35’. This global initiative aims to increase manufacturing caThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
November 15, 2024
Volvo Cars has announced the sale of its entire stake in Lynk & Co to Geely-owned Zeekr in a deal worth approximately €710 million. ThThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
November 15, 2024
The Chinese ‘EV supremacy’ in rolling out new electric cars is making headlines nearly daily, but don’t underestimate the South Koreans withThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
November 14, 2024
Renault opened the order books for the first two Renault 5 E-Tech electric versions in May. The Techno version costs €32,900, while the IcThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
November 13, 2024
Tesla CEO Elon Musk is to officially join Trump’s administration as the co-head of the new US Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
November 13, 2024
Volkswagen and Rivian have officially launched their joint venture, “Rivian and VW Group Technology, LLC,” which aims to accelerate the This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
November 13, 2024
Due to weak demand in the European EV market, Ford is slowing down its Explorer and Capri EV production at its sole electric car factory in This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
November 13, 2024
The curtain has definitely fallen on Audi Brussels. The hope for a miracle in finding a take-over candidate is dead and buried, with the lasThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
November 12, 2024
Nissan is adopting a harsh cost-cutting course. Global production capacities will be reduced by 20%, and 9,000 jobs will disappear. Nissan aThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
November 12, 2024
Belgium welcomes the arrival of three new Chinese electric car brands in the same automotive group. After their debut in the Netherlands, VoThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
November 12, 2024
Dutch fast-charging chain Fastned will deploy eleven fast-charging stations in the Belgian province of Luxembourg in the next twelve to eighThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
November 11, 2024
Tensions are rising over next year’s new EU CO2 emission targets for the auto industry. Backed by Germany, France is pushing the European This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
November 08, 2024
Naming policies are sometimes a quirky business in the auto industry. Audi hasn’t been shy of confusing with the namesakes of their modelsThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
November 08, 2024
German premium car manufacturer Mercedes-Benz says its upcoming entry-level CLA will set the bar for EV range, charging speed, and efficiencThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
November 07, 2024
According to the Copernicus Climate Change Service, 2024 will probably be the warmest year and the first year above 1.5 degrees Celsius. OctThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
November 07, 2024
The election of Donald Trump as the next American president is terrible news for the climate, says KU Leuven professor Katja Biedenkopf, an This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
November 07, 2024
Humanoid robots are the next big thing if we’re to believe Elon Musk and the Chinese are definitely on the same wavelength. Chinese carmakerThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
November 07, 2024
Mobility platform Bolt has launched a ‘premium’ ride-hailing fleet in the Brussels Capital Region, totaling some 30 bright green Tesla cars.This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
November 06, 2024
On Sunday, the new French Economy Minister Antoine Armand pleaded to postpone the fines for car manufacturers exceeding the EU CO2 targets. This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.
