EnergyVision experiments with small wind turbines for the home

October 10, 2025

The listed energy company EnergyVision wants to invest more in wind turbines to complement its solar panels. EnergyVision is a Belgian energy company that supplies 100% green, locally produced electricity, primarily from solar installations installed for households and businesses in Belgium.  This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to […]

Renault’s Ampere inaugurates Battery Cell Innovation Laboratory

October 08, 2025

Ampere, Renault’s electric subsidiary, inaugurates its Battery Cell Innovation Laboratory, a center of excellence designed to anticipate technological breakthroughs and strengthen Renault Group’s competitiveness in the electric vehicle sector. Operational since September 30, 2025, in the Lardy This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Tesla upgrades Model 3 and Y with more range and signal stalk

October 07, 2025

After months of sliding deliveries and growing unease about Elon Musk’s political antics, Tesla is crawling back. The American carmaker has not only retooled its two best-selling models, the Model 3 sedan and Model Y crossover, but also recorded a sales recovery during the third quarter of the yeaThis content has been archived. Log in […]

Safer cycling thanks to new helmet technology RLS

October 03, 2025

Much has been written about the possible introduction of compulsory bicycle helmets, but everyone agrees that wearing one protects you better against head injuries in the event of a fall. London-based start-up RLS has recently developed an innovative technology for bicycle helmets that significanThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level […]

Heijmans unveils Europe’s first self-driving electric road roller

October 03, 2025

Dutch construction giant Heijmans has launched what it claims to be Europe’s first autonomous electric road roller. The prototype must help tackle labour shortages and cut emissions on infrastructure projects. Heijmans is one of the Netherlands’ biggest construction firms. As part of tighteThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access […]

Fast-charging stations plagued by criminals hunting copper

October 03, 2025

Germany’s growing network of fast-charging stations for electric cars has become an unlikely target for crime. In a worrying trend, thieves are cutting cables for the copper inside. Operators warn of mounting costs and disruption, as the wave of thefts spreads across several regions. With more This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe […]

ZF to cut 7,600 jobs in restructuring of core powertrain division

October 02, 2025

German car parts supplier ZF has reached a deal with unions and employee representatives to eliminate an additional 7,600 jobs. The cut is part of a restructuring push at its largest business unit. After Bosch announced similar measures, the strains on the automotive supplier industry are mounting. This content has been archived. Log in or […]

Study reveals Google Maps eclipses traditional navigation

October 01, 2025

For two decades, the car dashboard has been a battleground between the tech industry and traditional manufacturers. New figures suggest that the first have won over the driver, but carmakers are far from ready to concede. A survey of 1,000 Dutch motorists by ‘Ikwilvanmijnautoaf.nl’ found that morThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe […]

Porsche turns electric Cayenne interior into a digital lounge

October 01, 2025

During a workshop for selected media, Porsche has unveiled both the interior and some preliminary technical details of its upcoming all-electric Cayenne. As the picture shows, the SUV relies heavily on digital displays that cover the full length of the dashboard. But there’s also news from undeThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe […]

Volvo launches long-range electric coach with diesel-like range

September 30, 2025

Swedish bus maker Volvo Buses has unveiled a new coach chassis capable of travelling up to 700 kilometers on a single charge. The BZR Electric platform, already used in its intercity buses, has been reconfigured with an expanded battery system that surpasses much of the competition. The new milestonThis content has been archived. Log in […]

Mitsubishi’s new Eclipse Cross starts at €47,990

September 30, 2025

Mitsubishi has reintroduced the Eclipse Cross name to European roads, but this time, the badge will adorn the rear of a French-built electric SUV. The Japanese carmaker has unveiled a fully electric Eclipse Cross this month, with first deliveries planned by the end of 2025. Prices will start at €4This content has been archived. Log […]

Smart’s first plug-in hybrid #5 EHD launches in China (update)

September 29, 2025

Smart has officially launched pre-sales in China for its first plug-in hybrid (PHEV), the #5 EHD (Electric Hybrid Drive). It marks a significant shift for a brand once committed to being BEV-only. Prices start at 189,900 yuan (some €24,000), and deliveries are expected before year’s end. The SmThis content has been archived. Log in or […]

BMW spotlights iX3 as ‘circularity champion’ at Climate Week NYC

September 29, 2025

Last week, BMW was one of the few major carmakers present at Climate Week NYC, attempting to convince the audience of the automotive industry’s efforts toward a sustainable future by spotlighting its Neue Klasse iX3 as a milestone in circularity, efficiency, and lifecycle CO2 reduction. At the saThis content has been archived. Log in or […]

US takes 3-meter high charging pole idea from European playbook

September 26, 2025

A new type of electric vehicle charger is appearing on the streets of New York, as the metropolis draws inspiration from Europe to enhance its infrastructure. Unlike most of its chargers, these can’t be found at eye level. Instead, the “Voltpost Air” dangles more than three metres above theThis content has been archived. Log in […]

An electric Renault to keep a mobile mast alive for emergency calls?

September 26, 2025

Today, we all rely heavily on our mobile phones in an emergency. It’s the first thing you reach for to call for help. But what if, in a total blackout, all the cell towers go down as well? Then even a small EV like the Renault R5 E-Tech Electric can be a guardian angel. Austrian […]

BYD Yangwang U8 driver performs flood stunt during Super Typhoon

September 25, 2025

The Yangwang U8 has been lavishly heralded for its outstanding off-roading capabilities, with its wading potential almost comparable to that of a sailing vessel. One customer thought the flooded streets during Super Typhoon Ragasa would prove an appropriate demonstration. However, he has now beenThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level […]

Spying while parked? Belgian minister slams Tesla

September 25, 2025

Tesla’s signature ‘Sentry Mode’, an anti-vandalism feature that activates exterior cameras when the car is parked, has come under scrutiny. Belgian lawmakers and regulators question whether the technology violates national privacy laws. Vanessa Matz, Belgium’s minister of digital affairs, tolThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to […]

Can this upgraded Volvo EX90 fix its damaged reputation?

September 24, 2025

Volvo Cars is pressing reset on its digital platform after a rocky start for its flagship battery-powered SUV EX90. The Swedish automaker has unveiled sweeping upgrades to the 2026 model year, including a jump to 800 V architecture. It also outlined plans to build extended-range electric vehicles (This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe […]

Souped-up +900 hp Zeekr 001 plays in a different league in China

September 24, 2025

The Zeekr 001, which we first drove in 2023, was never a weakling to begin with, but now it’s had another dose of steroids. In China, the updated version for 2026 is presented with a power boost from 400 kW (544 hp EU specs) to 680 kW (912 hp) for the two-motor version. This makes […]

MG’s ‘cynical move’ to feed the anti-EV attitude: HS Hybrid+

September 22, 2025

Chinese MG, although a forerunner in Europe when it comes to EVs, is going for the path of least resistance to make a little money on the side, feeding on the current anti-EV attitude of a certain (general) buyer public. It’s called the HS Hybrid+. This one, offered in two trims, Comfort (from �This content […]

Cyberattack on check-in and boarding systems hits European aviation

September 22, 2025

Several European airports, including Brussels Airport, Heathrow, Berlin Brandenburg Airport, Dublin, and Cork, have been disrupted on Friday and in the weekend by a cyberattack on external service provider Collins Aerospace. Even though it’s been a few days, the fallout is still being felt. TheThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a […]

How BYD’s Yangwang U9 Xtreme prevents going airborne at 496.22 km/h

September 22, 2025

BYD’s latest version of its luxury sports car, the Yangwang U9 Xtreme, has set a new record as the world’s fastest production car, clocking a top speed of 496.22 km per hour (308.34 mph) at the ATP test facility, an independent automotive proving ground in Papenburg, Germany. Many passenger planeThis content has been archived. Log […]

BMW persists: X5 comes with five drivetrain options, including hydrogen

September 22, 2025

While other premium manufacturers who used to tout their commitment to zero-emission mobility are changing their tune to extend the life of their ICE models as long as possible, BMW persists. The company confirms again that the new BMW X5 will be the first model to offer customers a choice of batThis content has been […]

VUB: ‘Greening industry is impossible without CCS and cheaper electricity’

September 19, 2025

According to a new study by the VUB University in Brussels, it is technologically possible to reduce CO₂ emissions from Belgian industry by 90 percent by 2040-2050, but it won’t be easy. We face major challenges to green our industry and keep it here. Cheaper electricity and large-scale CO₂ capThis content has been archived. Log in […]

MotoE to shut down after 2025: lack of fan traction

September 19, 2025

After seven years of racing, MotoE bows out of the MotoGP paddock. The FIM and commercial rights holder Dorna Sports have confirmed that the electric motorcycle series will be suspended following the 2025 season. The reason? Weak fan engagement and a lack of momentum in the performance e-motorcycle This content has been archived. Log in […]

China prepares to outlaw retractable car door handles over safety fears

September 17, 2025

China is poised to ban retractable car door handles by 2027, following a series of fatal crashes that have exposed the dangers of a feature once hailed as a marker of futuristic design. Flush-mounted handles, popularized by Tesla and copied by numerous electric vehicle makers, are designed to sitThis content has been archived. Log in […]

Toyota’s boxy e-Palette EV hits the road

September 16, 2025

Have you seen this face before? Yes, you did. During the Tokyo Olympics, Toyota shuttled athletes with the futuristic, autonomously driving e-Palette, a shipment box on wheels. But the e-Palette didn’t get stuck in its ambassador role. It has now entered the Japanese commercial market not only This content has been archived. Log in or […]

Amazon’s Zoox launches first robotaxi service in Las Vegas

September 12, 2025

Amazon-backed Zoox officially launched its autonomous robotaxi service on the Las Vegas Strip this week, marking a new milestone in the ride-hailing industry. What makes this rollout different is that Zoox is the first company to provide fully driverless rides to the public in a purpose-built autonoThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe […]

Von der Leyen backs EU kei-car idea to fence off Chinese competition

September 12, 2025

Europe is warming up for the arrival of kei-cars, a symbol of affordable mobility in Asia. The president of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, has thrown her weight behind calls from Renault and Stellantis for a new generation of cheap, lightweight cars, pledging to work with manufactureThis content has been archived. Log in […]

‘Chinese Dyson’ to challenge Bugatti with vacuum cleaner tech (update)

September 12, 2025

After announcing it at the end of August, Chinese Dreame Technology has unveiled the first render images of the electric supercar it wants to build to challenge other supercars like Bugatti. And you might even see ‘some resemblance’ to the actual Bugatti Chiron, successor to the Veyron. Dreame haThis content has been archived. Log in […]

Polestar 5 finally breaks cover as brand’s flagship GT

September 09, 2025

After half a decade of anticipation, Polestar has unveiled its long-awaited flagship, the Polestar 5, at the IAA Mobility show in Munich. First previewed in 2020 as the Precept concept, the electric performance GT has now entered production form with power figures and technology that put it directlyThis content has been archived. Log in or […]

Volkswagen showcases solid-state breakthrough with Ducati prototype

September 09, 2025

Volkswagen has offered a glimpse of what could be the next big leap in battery technology, unveiling a Ducati motorcycle powered by solid-state cells at the IAA Mobility show in Munich. The demonstration, featuring a modified MotoE racer, marked the first time QuantumScape’s lithium-metal batterieThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a […]

Renault-Geely’s Horse shows ultra compact C15 range extender

September 08, 2025

Horse Powertrain, the Renault-Geely joint venture founded in 2023-2024 to develop next-generation low-emission powertrains, has presented a new ultra-compact range extender system at IAA Mobility 2025, the Horse C15. Why does it matter? REEVs (Range-Extended EVs) offer a pragmatic middle ground bThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has […]

Volkswagen pictures affordable EV future with trio of concepts

September 08, 2025

Volkswagen and its sister brands, Cupra and Škoda, have unveiled three interpretations of the previously announced ID.Polo, designed to move the group’s EV strategy into the mainstream. Shown on the eve of the IAA Mobility show, the Volkswagen ID. Cross, Cupra Rava,l and Škoda Epiq preview a famThis content has been archived. Log in or […]

BMW iX3 inaugurates ‘Neue Klasse’

September 05, 2025

With the slogan ‘the start of a new era’, BMW has just shown the first of an extensive range of models based on an entirely new platform, already known as the ‘Neue Klasse’. First in line is the iX3, the SUV variant (or SAV for ‘Sports Activity Vehicle’ as BMW likes to call it), but […]

Belgian police to monitor NMBS/SNCB cameras in real-time

September 05, 2025

The Belgian public railway company NMBS/SNCB will now make its camera footage directly available to police officers. This will enable the police to monitor what is happening in stations and station areas in real-time. Until now, police services could only request the images after the fact, for exThis content has been archived. Log in or […]

Dacia adds LPG Hybrid 4×4 to Duster and Bigster range

September 05, 2025

Dacia is pushing deeper into electrified drivetrains with the debut of its new Hybrid-G 150 4×4 system, an LPG-compatible, all-wheel-drive hybrid setup. It will be available on both the Duster and the Bigster by the end of the year. At the heart of the new system is a 1.2-liter three-cylinder turThis content has been archived. […]

Porsche to demo 11 kW wireless home charging for upcoming Cayenne EV

September 05, 2025

Charging your car at home on an inductive charging pad like the one for your smartphone, but somewhat bigger. Porsche will be demoing an 11 kW inductive charging solution next week at the IAA motor show in Munich, to be used with the upcoming full-electric Cayenne in 2026. Porsche claims it will This content has […]

Driving Xpeng’s G9: amazingly ‘blistering’ and generous for its price

September 04, 2025

It definitely sounds Chinese in Western ears: Xpeng. Still, it’s steadily making a name for itself, with G9 SUV, G6 SUV, and P7 sedan in over 20 European countries, with aggressive expansion plans aiming to enter 60 global markets by the end of 2025. We drove two of them on German roads, the refrThis content […]

Tesla pivots to AI and robots as EV sales tumble

September 04, 2025

Tesla has unveiled the fourth chapter of its much-hyped ‘Master Plan’, a manifesto that typically outlines a roadmap for the company’s future. However, for the first time, the plan no longer focuses solely on electric transport and clean energy. Actually, the document reads more like an essay oThis content has been archived. Log in or […]

Volvo ‘invents’ stop-start on heavy trucks

September 03, 2025

Stop-start technology has been in passenger cars for decades now, but turning off the engine is less valuable and convenient in trucks. Volvo has found a way, however, by integrating it into its I-Roll technology, saving around 1 percent in fuel consumption. Stop-start usually activates when carsThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe […]

BMW remains a hydrogen believer: series production in 2028

September 03, 2025

Several car manufacturers have abandoned the development of hydrogen-powered vehicles as a means of powering cars. Still, there are perseverers and, like Hyundai and Toyota, BMW is one of them. The last two are, in fact, seriously collaborating on the subject. BMW Group Plant Steyr is getting reaThis content has been archived. Log in or […]

New VW T-Roc versus ID.4, ICE vs BEV what to choose?

September 01, 2025

It’s here and it looks good, especially in bright yellow: the newest version of Volkswagen’s bestseller, the T-Roc. It is significantly larger, which translates into more rear-seat space and larger boot space, as well as premium tech from its larger siblings, such as the Tiguan, but still not electrThis content has been archived. Log in […]

Could Mazda’s radical six-stroke engine make EVs obsolete?

August 29, 2025

Mazda has once again turned to unconventional thinking in its pursuit of cleaner combustion. The Japanese automaker, which builds on a solid reputation of daring powertrain experiments, has filed a patent for a six-stroke internal combustion engine that doesn’t emit any local CO2. So no, it is notThis content has been archived. Log in or […]

Stellantis puts Level 3 autonomous driving on ice

August 28, 2025

Stellantis has quietly shelved its first in-house Level 3 advanced driver-assistance program, called Auto Drive. Rising costs, technical hurdles and uncertain consumer appetite have urged the group to pause or abandon development, according to a report by Reuters. The Franco-Italian-American grouThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access […]

Germany and Canada forge rare earth metals agreement, essential for EVs

August 27, 2025

Germany and Canada will collaborate more closely in the field of rare earth metals, such as cobalt, lithium, tungsten, and nickel. These raw materials are essential components for EV batteries, electric motors, and other applications. Both countries will finance projects in Canada for the extractThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a […]

Mercedes-AMG GT XX ‘around the world in eight days’ smashing EV records

August 26, 2025

Mercedes-AMG has pushed the limits of zero-emission performance with its GT XX concept, the forerunner of the brand’s first purely electric sports car. The futuristic four-door saloon has effectively driven the circumference of the Earth, without ever leaving southern Italy. Over the course of This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a […]

Ford’s electric SuperVan beats most supercars on the Nürburgring

August 25, 2025

Ford’s SuperVan 4.2, a 2,000-horsepower electric van-shaped prototype, has made history at the fabled Nürburgring in Germany. Twenty years after the late Sabine Schmitz’s high-adrenaline lap, the SuperVan became the fastest van and the ninth-fastest vehicle overall on the 20.8-km track. In 2005,This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that […]

Hyundai & Kia unite with South-Korean battery makers to counter China

August 25, 2025

Hyundai and sister brand Kia have forged an unprecedented alliance with South Korea’s three largest battery producers in a bid to strengthen electric vehicle safety and restore the nation’s competitive edge against China’s growing dominance. At Hyundai’s Namyang R&D Center, both automThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has […]

De Lijn tests AI driving assistant on trams

August 22, 2025

The Flemish public transport company De Lijn is testing a new, intelligent driving assistance system in Antwerp to warn tram drivers of potential hazards, such as pedestrians, cyclists, or obstacles on the tracks. The system uses cameras, sensors, and artificial intelligence (AI), and was developThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a […]

VW sued over accidents related to touch-sensitive steering wheel controls

August 21, 2025

Volkswagen is facing a class-action lawsuit in the United States over one of its most derided designs: steering wheels fitted with capacitive touch buttons. Two American customers claim the controls are beyond irritating. They are straightforwardly dangerous.  The lawsuit accuses Volkswagen of kThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that […]

Tesla backtracks on turn signal stalk removal and retrofits it

August 20, 2025

Tesla is reversing one of its most controversial design decisions. Two years after stripping the Model 3 of its traditional steering column stalks in the Highland refresh, the automaker is now reintroducing the turn signal lever—at least in China. The decision is not about giving customers optiThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe […]

Chevrolet’s Corvette of the future: loud looks, quiet sound

August 18, 2025

For seven decades, the Chevrolet Corvette has been defined by one thing above all: a thundering V8 soundtrack. But if the brand’s latest pair of concept cars is any indication, the future of America’s most famous sports car may kill that. Though not entirely. Unveiled at The Quail, a motorspoThis content has been archived. Log […]

Polestar 3’s Guinness World Record: 935 kilometers on a single charge

August 14, 2025

Polestar has etched its name into the record books, with a standard version of the 3 covering 935.44 kilometers on a single charge, claiming the Guinness World Record for the longest distance driven by an electric SUV without recharging. Sedans like the Lucid Air or the Mercedes EQS covered even morThis content has been archived. […]

Are EV totems the future of charging – or just a taller way to sell ads?

August 13, 2025

A new kind of charging station is cropping up in the US — and you can’t miss it. Quite literally. Dubbed ‘EV totems’, these tall poles pair electric vehicle chargers with high-definition advertising screens mounted several meters above the ground. The idea is part infrastructure upgrade, partThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe […]

ESA launches new satellite to boost weather forecasts and track air pollution

August 13, 2025

The European Space Agency (ESA) has successfully launched an Ariane 6 rocket from French Guiana, placing the four-ton MetOp-SG-A1 satellite into orbit around the Earth. The satellite will monitor weather, climate, and air pollution, marking an important step toward greater European independence iThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that […]

BYD’s 3,000 hp Yangwang U9 Track Edition shatters horsepower record

August 11, 2025

BYD’s luxury performance brand Yangwang is preparing to unleash one of the most powerful electric cars ever built. New regulatory filings in China reveal a Track Edition of its U9 supercar boasting more than 3,000 hp. Lotus Evija and Rimac Nevera: beware! China’s Ministry of Industry and InfoThis content has been archived. Log in or […]

Engie launches Flémalle’s ‘climate neutral’ gas-fired power plant

August 11, 2025

Energy company Engie has successfully fired up its new combined-cycle gas turbine (CCGT) power plant in Flémalle, near Liège, for the first time, completing extensive tests of all essential systems. The first ignition marks the transition from the construction phase to the operational testing phasThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a […]

Tesla withdraws from IAA Mobility and kills off Dojo supercomputer

August 11, 2025

Tesla will be a no-show at next month’s IAA Mobility trade fair in Munich, a striking absence from one of Europe’s most high-profile automotive events. The German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA), which organizes the biennial show, confirmed the U.S. electric vehicle maker’s decThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a […]

Lyten buys Northvolt and resurrects European battery dream

August 08, 2025

Lyten, a US-based battery start-up backed by Stellantis, has agreed to acquire the remaining assets of the collapsed Swedish battery maker Northvolt. The company stated that it aims to continue the plans already in place by previous management. The buy-in restores Europe’s faltering ambitions of This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to […]