November 05, 2026
Researchers at IMOB, the Institute for Mobility at UHasselt University, want to understand how road design can cause drivers to slow down. It is generally known that introducing a 30 km/h zone by simply putting up a sign is not enough; you also have to redesign the road. Otherwise, it won’t work. Scientists also want to […]
November 05, 2026
Belgium has once again missed the deadline in negotiations with energy giant Engie regarding the potential acquisition of the 7 nuclear power plants located in Belgium. Both parties have agreed to give themselves more time. This is already the second time the deadline has been postponed. The deadline for the negotiations has now been moved […]
November 05, 2026
When their current generation ends, the Range Rover Evoque and Velar will not be replaced. Instead, the much higher-positioned Range Rover GT will serve as the brand’s entry-level model. Range Rover’s managing director Martin Limbert confirmed to the British magazine Autocar that there will be no direct replacement for the two models. The production of […]
November 05, 2026
If you ever need proof that the EV transition is closing in on the point of ‘really happening now’, look no further than the finalists for the prestigious 2027 European Car of the Year award. All seven finalists are full-battery electric vehicles (BEVs). The seven finalists, in alphabetical order, are the BMW iX3, the Cupra […]
November 05, 2026
German carmaker BMW Group reported a nearly 15% drop in third-quarter net profit on Wednesday, after weak sales in China and a profit warning issued the day before. The consequences will also be felt in China: according to Chinese media, 1,800 jobs will disappear at the BMW Brilliance joint venture. The Munich-based company said net […]
November 05, 2026
Ferrari’s controversial first fully electric car continues to defy its critics. After reports that its initial 2026 production was already sold out and a unique example fetched an astonishing $40 million at auction, Ferrari has officially confirmed that its entire worldwide Luce allocation for 2027 is sold out. But how many cars does that represent, […]
November 05, 2026
GM Chief Product Officer Sterling Anderson, who ran Tesla’s Autopilot program in 2015 and 2016, says dropping radar in favor of a camera-only self-driving system is “a weird religious stance that ignores physics”. It’s the bluntest rebuke of Tesla’s vision-only bet yet from someone who helped build the original Autopilot. And it lands while Tesla […]
November 05, 2026
A leaked internal document suggests Kia is preparing another electric SUV, provisionally called the EV7, to fill the gap between the EV5, EV6, and flagship EV9. The Korean manufacturer’s rapidly expanding electric lineup is already paying off in Europe, with battery-electric registrations soaring by 58% this year. But is there enough room for yet another […]
November 04, 2026
Brazil says governments must ‘completely change’ the way they deal with climate change. The country, the host of last year’s United Nations climate conference, is ending its year-long presidency of the UN climate process and has set out the world’s first global ‘roadmap’ for phasing out fossil fuels. It shows that countries can boost their […]
November 04, 2026
Chinese premium EV maker Zeekr is preparing another update of its 001 electric shooting brake, potentially introducing battery technology capable of charging almost completely in under nine minutes. But while Chinese customers benefit from increasingly rapid technological advances, European buyers are still offered a considerably slower-charging version. The new Zeekr 001 has appeared in the […]
November 04, 2026
BMW Motorrad is investing in e-mobility start-up Venna, which specializes in high-performance electric motorcycles. The partnership opens new opportunities in the growing market for electric off-road motorcycles and gives BMW Motorrad access to new target groups. Venna remains independent and agile, while benefiting from BMW Motorrad’s industrial and global expertise. With this investment, BMW Motorrad strengthens […]
November 04, 2026
After earlier speculation about the name of the production version of the ID. Every1, German sources now seem to confirm the € 20.000 electric Volkswagen will be called ID. Up. The smallest VW EV is expected to come on the market in 2027. While initial speculation suggested it would be called ID.1, the German brand’s […]
November 04, 2026
25 years ago, on November 7, 2001, the Belgian airline Sabena went bankrupt. To prevent Belgium from being left without national air service, Sabena’s regional subsidiary, Delta Air Transport (DAT), was quickly relaunched as SN Brussels Airlines. It officially began operations under the new brand name Brussels Airlines following a merger with Virgin Express in […]
November 04, 2026
Automotive supplier Schaeffler plans to cut about 2,660 jobs in Germany and another 800 positions across the rest of Europe. The measure is part of a ‘cost improvement program’ aimed at saving Schaeffler around €300 million annually. The austerity drive is also related to electromobility. With these measures, Schaeffler is responding to the crisis in […]
November 04, 2026
After more than a year of negotiations, Iveco is now officially owned by Tata. Following its purchase of Jaguar Land Rover, the Indian industrial group has acquired another piece of European industrial heritage. The deal must help Iveco to accelerate its strides in zero-emission transport. A takeover target. That is how Iveco had been viewed […]
November 04, 2026
Renault is expanding its involvement in military technology once again. Less than five months after CEO François Provost insisted that the French carmaker would not become a defense company, Renault has unveiled its third military drone partnership, this time with Belgium’s John Cockerill. The result is Forefront Concept, an electrically powered ground robot designed for […]
November 03, 2026
Ryanair has announced a cost-cutting plan to offset high jet fuel prices. The cuts will affect both internal operations and passengers. The Irish low-cost airline plans to implement higher fares, a temporary wage freeze, fewer cabin crew members per flight, and increased use of AI in back-office operations. Employees will struggle to accept these measures […]
November 03, 2026
According to two new reports published on Monday by the International Cryosphere Climate Initiative (ICCI), in cooperation with the UN Environment Program (UNEP), the ice caps in Greenland and Antarctica are melting at around six times the rate of the 1990s. Scientists warn that exceeding 1.5°C of global warming will have “irreversible” consequences for glaciers, sea […]
November 03, 2026
For the second time this year, French train manufacturer Alstom has sharply lowered its annual financial forecasts. The problem is not a lack of orders but its execution. Alstom cites implementation issues with the Coradia Max platform as the main cause. Although hundreds of Coradia Max trains have already been ordered, Alstom is currently facing […]
November 03, 2026
While Mercedes-Benz had previously planned to build its own network of 10,000 fast chargers by 2030, it has now sold its network of 47 European charging hubs to Electra. According to the Mercedes-Benz Q3 financial report, published on October 28, the board has already decided to sell the fast-charging network in July 2026. The agreement […]
November 03, 2026
Belgium’s new-car market shrank by almost 6% in October, reflecting a wider slowdown also visible in the Netherlands. France and Germany, meanwhile, are recovering, helped by growing electric-car demand. Behind Belgium’s disappointing figures lies another transformation: traditional brands are losing ground, Chinese competitors are advancing, and motorcycles are booming while commercial vehicles struggle. Belgium registered […]
November 03, 2026
Dacia unveiled its new Striker in July, promising a spacious family crossover for less than €25,000. Now that Belgian order books have opened, the Romanian Renault Group brand has gone one better: prices start at just €22,490, some €2,500 below the initial indication. The aggressive pricing puts the 4.62-meter Striker firmly in the territory of […]
November 03, 2026
Stellantis is reshuffling its European design leadership, appointing Belgian Pierre Leclercq to head Opel and Vauxhall while former Renault designer Sandeep Bhambra takes charge of both Citroën and DS Automobiles. The changes are part of a wider strategy under Gilles Vidal, who oversees the design of eight European brands. But can Stellantis preserve their individual […]
November 02, 2026
Last week’s serious train accident in Urda, Spain, has reignited the debate over train and rail safety. Particular attention is on the European Train Control System (ETCS), a European project aimed at standardizing and improving rail safety. But the rollout is proceeding much more slowly than expected. To address this, some are looking to The […]
November 02, 2026
In Interbrand’s Best Global Brands ranking, one car manufacturer ranks in the top ten: Toyota, also the world’s number one in production. Few other industries are currently in such a state of upheaval as the automotive industry. This is mainly due to rapid digitalization, raw material shortages, and the swift transition to the electric era. Even […]
November 02, 2026
BYD has released footage of its 3,000 hp electric Yangwang U9 Xtreme crashing during testing on a closed track in China. The car was destroyed, but the test pilot was uninjured. The release of the crash footage coincides with the confirmation that BYD’s electric supercar will attempt to break a top speed of 500 km/h. […]
November 02, 2026
Charging an electric car in Belgium can cost more than twice as much at one public charger as at another. Belgian mobility organization VAB calls it the ‘Wild West’ and wants maximum tariffs. Belgian Consumer Protection Minister Rob Beenders has responded by calling for stricter European rules to make charging prices simpler and more transparent, […]
November 02, 2026
Alphabet’s self-driving taxi company, Waymo, is adding the Toyota bZ4X to its robotaxi lineup. Toyota will build a custom version of the electric SUV with the ‘Waymo Driver ‘integrated right on the line in Japan, and a test fleet will start operating there in 2027. It’s the first actual vehicle to come out of the […]
November 02, 2026
To alleviate the heavy pressure on exam centers in the Flemish Periphery caused by the large number of candidates from Brussels and Wallonia taking the tests there, starting January 1, residents of Brussels and Wallonia who have taken their theory test in French will no longer be able to take their practical test in Flanders. […]
November 02, 2026
Volkswagen is temporarily pausing development work on the future ID. Golf. The automaker cites cost pressure as the reason and plans to resume work as soon as it secures the necessary investments. Volkswagen has temporarily suspended development work on the electric ID. Golf. Brand CEO Thomas Schäfer first announced the pause in an internal interview, […]
November 02, 2026
As the Iran war drives up fuel and energy prices, oil majors are reporting extraordinary profits. BP’s earnings have nearly quadrupled, Shell is making billions from refining, and even US President Trump’s oil investments are gaining value. Meanwhile, European governments are struggling to agree on how to ease the burden on consumers. British oil giant […]
October 30, 2026
Kia will build its first hydrogen-powered vehicle from 2029, a fuel-cell version of the Carnival minivan. It is the first time the car maker has committed to building a hydrogen driveline, putting it in the same camp as sister brand Hyundai, where Toyota and BMW remain. Kia’s hydrogen surfaced unusually. Where automotive news these days […]
October 30, 2026
While Volkswagen, Ford, and other Western automakers are cutting jobs, China’s BYD is moving in the opposite direction. With more than one million employees, it now ranks among the world’s largest corporate employers. But as sales growth slows and international expansion becomes more expensive, can BYD afford to keep growing its enormous workforce? BYD chairman […]
October 30, 2026
The Flemish vehicle tax is being reformed; passenger cars, dual-use vehicles, or minibusses that are (re)registered on or after January 1, 2027, will automatically be included in the new system, which primarily takes into account the vehicle’s weight and CO2 emissions. Owners of vehicles that were previously registered can voluntarily switch by visiting the website […]
October 30, 2026
Volkswagen posted its steepest quarterly loss in more than a decade in the third quarter, hit by a writedown on its stake in Porsche and weakness in China, adding urgency to the automaker’s sweeping restructuring plan. The world’s second-largest carmaker reported an operating loss of €5.9 billion for July to September 2026, prompting management to […]
October 30, 2026
Chinese EV manufacturer XPENG has launched its new L05 family SUV at a remarkably low starting price of $21,720 in China. The nearly 4.9-meter-long electric crossover promises generous space, advanced AI technology, and up to 635 km of range. It is also coming to Belgium in 2027, with European specifications and prices to be revealed […]
October 30, 2026
Belgian Kia drivers hoping to use their electric cars as giant home batteries face a frustrating wait. Although the vehicles already have the necessary hardware, Kia Belgium has confirmed to Newmobility.news that Vehicle-to-Home (V2H) and Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) functionality is not expected before the fourth quarter of 2028. Across the border, Kia is already testing bidirectional […]
October 29, 2026
A total of 68 people have been killed so far in yesterday’s severe collision between 2 high-speed trains in Spain. The investigation into the causes of the train crash is in full swing, but all signs point to possible human error. The accident is believed to have been caused by an “inexplicable” and “wrong” decision […]
October 29, 2026
Flemish motorists are already benefiting from fewer mandatory vehicle inspections, but the government may wait until late 2029 or even longer to formally assess the consequences for road safety. Mobility Minister Annick De Ridder’s office has confirmed to Newmobility.news that the first comprehensive evaluation will follow the completion of the entire reform, including measures still […]
October 29, 2026
For decades, Chinese carmakers learned how to build cars from European, Japanese, and American manufacturers. Today, that relationship is increasingly reversing, with European manufacturers turning to China for batteries, electronics, and software. At its annual congress in Suzhou, the China Society of Automotive Engineers (China-SAE) unveiled ten technological developments expected to reach important milestones in […]
October 29, 2026
Two climate organizations, Project InnerSpace and Future Cleantech Architects (FCA), have assessed geothermal energy’s potential as an energy source in the European Union. The study highlights thirty industrial clusters across twelve European countries, including Belgium. Belgium has both the geological resources and industrial concentration to benefit from geothermal heat, but has developed the technology far […]
October 29, 2026
After a first failed attempt to conquer the European market, Chinese manufacturer Great Wall Motor (GWM) is taking a second chance. It will start vehicle production in Bulgaria in the first quarter of 2027, plans to launch 10 new models over 2 years, and expand into multiple European markets, including Belgium. GWM has been active […]
October 29, 2026
In the third quarter of 2026, battery electric vehicle (BEV) sales hit record highs across Europe, with 13 of 27 EU countries posting their highest-ever quarterly BEV sales. BEVs are now the top powertrain sold in 11 European countries. Of course, markets still differ significantly. The BEV share in newly registered cars ranges from 4.5% […]
October 29, 2026
Toyota is preparing an entirely new generation of hybrid powertrains promising more than 15% better fuel economy. It is an impressive engineering ambition from the company that pioneered mass-market hybrids. But as the automotive industry moves toward fully electric vehicles, is Toyota perfecting a technology whose days are numbered? And how much will private buyers […]
October 29, 2026
Renault Group’s electric car sales surged by almost 85% in the third quarter of 2026, helping the French manufacturer maintain revenue despite selling 6% fewer vehicles. But behind these figures lies a growing contrast: Renault’s electric models are gaining momentum, while Dacia is losing ground despite the Sandero remaining one of Europe’s best-selling cars. Renault […]
October 29, 2026
In its frenetic search for a US location for its first assembly plant, Audi CEO Gernot Döllner has finally decided and, at the same time, found himself in a political hornet’s nest by appearing at a Trump rally to cheer for the US President. Isabel Cademartori, a transport policy expert for Germany’s Social Democrats (SPD), […]
October 28, 2026
Heat now claims roughly as many lives worldwide as HIV or malaria, according to the latest Lancet Countdown report, which estimates 710,000 heat-related deaths in 2023. As scientists warn that climate change is becoming a global health emergency, the European Commission has unveiled a new climate resilience framework requiring member states to prepare for increasingly […]
October 28, 2026
With diesel prices at an all-time high, electrification of vans, trucks, and buses is making real progress, according to the latest ACEA figures. But not all vehicle segments and countries are moving at the same pace. Belgium is lagging, and the truck market is too. Regardless of fuel type, the commercial vehicle market performed relatively […]
October 28, 2026
A completely renovated command center, representing an investment of just under 1 million euros, is intended to help the Flemish Traffic Center in Antwerp better manage the increasing number of vehicles and accidents on the Flemish highway network. On a network where an average of 64,3 million vehicle-kilometers are traveled per workday, traffic controllers handled […]
October 28, 2026
Stellantis is slowly finding its feet again under CEO Antonio Filosa, with global losses shrinking dramatically and sales picking up. But Europe remains the weak spot in its recovery. Despite selling more cars and recording a spectacular increase in electric vehicle sales, the group is losing money in its home market. The challenge is no […]
October 28, 2026
Volkswagen is reportedly considering equipping up to 75% of its future European mainstream models with an electronic architecture developed in China in partnership with Xpeng. The move could save billions of euros but threaten its expensive partnership with American EV maker Rivian. It also raises questions about European homologation, cybersecurity, and European carmakers’ growing dependence […]
October 27, 2026
Lepas, a brand from the Chinese Chery group, has unveiled the Aura. The shooting brake is the brand’s “first global concept car” and will inspire the design of future models. Chery still might not sound as familiar to European customers as brands like BYD or MG. But with sales of its Jaecoo and Omoda brands […]
October 27, 2026
Starting next year, several traffic fines in the Netherlands will increase. This is due to a draft cabinet indexation decision that will increase the fines by 2.7%, effective January 1, 2027. As a result, the fine for using a cell phone while biking will rise from €170 to €180, and the fine for running a […]
October 27, 2026
The world’s largest battery-electric ferry has begun carrying passengers between Argentina and Uruguay. With a massive 41 MWh battery, equivalent to more than 500 electric cars, the 130-meter catamaran marks a milestone in maritime electrification. But its relatively short 55-km route raises a bigger question: can batteries ever power ships across much longer distances, or […]
October 27, 2026
A new Oxfam analysis estimates that the world’s richest 0.1 percent (8 million people) produce more carbon pollution than the world’s poorest 44% (3.5 billion people) combined. A person in the richest 0.1 percent has contributed nearly 400 times more to today’s extreme heatwaves than someone in the poorest 50%. Oxfam collaborated with researcher Sarah […]
October 27, 2026
What happens when a Chinese luxury car brand leaves behind the technology partner that helped define its identity? Chery is preparing to bring its premium Luxeed marque to international markets, including Europe, with six electrified models. But there is a remarkable twist: unlike their Chinese counterparts, the export versions will feature none of Huawei’s sophisticated […]
October 27, 2026
Polestar has appointed Bart Deswert as the new head of Sales for Belgium and Luxembourg. His aim is to strengthen Polestar’s market position and further the growth of the retail network. Of course, the brand’s growing model portfolio will help him achieve this. Deswert looks back on 30 years of professional experience inside and outside […]
October 27, 2026
From 1 November, electric and hydrogen vans weighing up to 4.25 tons will follow the same traffic rules as ordinary 3.5-ton vans in Belgium. The decree removes speed limits, access bans, and parking restrictions that penalized the extra weight (almost all of it is battery). The royal decree comes into effect next month. It covers […]
October 27, 2026
Chinese EV maker NIO has opened its 22nd battery-swapping station in Germany, bringing its European network to 61. But behind the promise of a fully charged battery in just three minutes lies an uncomfortable reality: too few compatible cars, limited use of expensive infrastructure, and little sign of further expansion. Belgium illustrates the dilemma particularly […]
October 27, 2026
Just over a year ago, we reported that China EV Marketplace (CEVM) had stopped selling used electric vehicles in Europe because of quality concerns. Now the importer is embracing that market, claiming it sold 7,900 pre-owned cars to European customers in nine months. With discounts reaching 40%, used Chinese EVs offer a potentially attractive alternative […]
