Only zero-emission city buses to be sold in EU by 2027?

October 24, 2022

Several major European cities and NGOs have urged the EU Commission in a letter to push through sales of zero-emission city buses only no laThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Driving Nissan’s e-4ORCE electrified ‘go-anywhere’ SUV

October 19, 2022

After turning the Qashqai into an electric car with a permanently running generator on gasoline, Nissan did the same trick with another succThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Mercedes’ EQE SUV and AMG versions on steroids unwrapped

October 17, 2022

Ahead of the Paris Motor Show opening, and after letting seep through several details in the weeks before, Mercedes-Benz has put its new EQEThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

BMW shifts electric MINI production from Oxford to China

October 17, 2022

BMW is moving the production of the MINI electric hatchback and a small sport utility version of it from Oxford (UK) to China through its paThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

SAIC’s MG and Maxus EVs to come with swappable batteries

October 11, 2022

One of China’s major car manufacturers, SAIC Motor, known in Europe for its EVs under the former British MG brand and the Maxus vans, is steThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

BYD opens first Belgian showroom in Zaventem

October 07, 2022

China’s second-largest car manufacturer BYD (Build Your Dream) and the world’s leader in EV sales numbers, opened its first Belgian showroomThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

D’Ieteren’s Lizy to broach French second-hand lease market

October 06, 2022

D’Ieteren is bringing the heavy cannons to bear to broach the French market with its daughter Lizy, a specialist in leasing second-hand carsThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Australian hydrogen Warrego pickup tests for Europe

October 04, 2022

Australian hydrogen vehicle start-up H2X Global is testing its fuel-cell pickup truck ‘Warrego’ in the Netherlands for European vehicle compThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

ZEDU-1 prototype: no fine particles from brakes and tires

October 03, 2022

The ZEDU-1 prototype of the German Aerospace Center (DLR) and the German engineering firm and racing team HWA is called the world’s first trThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Eviation’s electric Alice makes eight-minutes maiden flight

September 30, 2022

Alice, the fully electric propeller airplane from American aircraft builder Eviation under development, has made its maiden flight this weekThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Dutch refuel 42% more with HVO sustainable biodiesel

September 29, 2022

The Dutch aren’t diesel-lovers; they never were with one of the smallest diesel fleets in Europe today, except for the transport sector. ThoThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

French Stellantis employees get €1.400 purchasing power aid

September 28, 2022

After Renault proposed its 42 000 employees in its home country a ‘purchasing power’ premium of up to 1 000 euros, Stellantis will pay iThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

CMB and Windcat to build six more hydrogen workboats

September 27, 2022

Belgian CMB.Tech and Dutch-British based Windcat Workboats, both daughters of bulk shipping giant Compagnie Maritime Belge (CMB), announce tThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Belgian Infrabel orders battery-electric measuring trains

September 27, 2022

Infrabel, the infrastructure branch of Belgian Rail, has ordered three battery electric measuring trains from Italian supplier Mermec. TheseThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

VW’s Elli and Belgian Elia to integrate EVs in grid system

September 26, 2022

Belgian high-voltage net manager Elia has joined forces with German carmaker Volkswagen to work on integrating EVs into the electricity gridThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Gen.Travel: VW’s view on the ultimate self-driving car

September 23, 2022

On Friday, Volkswagen is showing for the first time its Gen.Travel design study at the Chantilly Arts & Elegance in France. Imagine a fuThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Renault proposes its French employees €1.000 premium

September 23, 2022

French carmaker Renault is proposing its 42 000 employees in its home country a ‘purchasing power’ premium of up to 1 000 euros, after negotThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Mobia: ‘Energy and their car are Belgians greatest concerns’

September 21, 2022

Energy consumption and car use are the first two domains where Belgians are adapting their behavior today to cope with uncertain times. SixtThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Public charging prices shooting up almost 25% in two months

September 19, 2022

In the chaotic public charging market in Europe, it’s hard to see the wood for the trees, but one constant is beyond doubt: prices are shootThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

D’Ieteren’s Taxis Verts first cab on hydrogen is a Toyota

September 16, 2022

On this Friday, 16 September, Brussels sees the first taxi on hydrogen hitting the streets. It’s a member of the fleet of 500 taxis of TaxisThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

First batch of MG4s reaches European shore in Zeebrugge (update)

September 15, 2022

MG Europe has officially ‘unveiled’ its newest electric car for Europe in 20 countries, the MG4 and opened the configurator on its EU websitThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Volvo starts series production of heavy electric 44-ton trucks

September 14, 2022

Volvo Trucks is starting series production of the fully electric range of its popular heavy trucks, the Volvo FH, Volvo FM, and Volvo FMX, aThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Peugeot unwraps its 100% electric 308 sedan and estate

September 14, 2022

They already exist in plug-in hybrid versions, Peugeot’s 308 sedan and the 308 SW estate, but now the French carmaker is announcing the fullThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

DAF starts deliveries of 19-ton LF Electric truck

September 13, 2022

DAF Trucks has started deliveries of its zero-emission, battery-electric LF truck, aimed at use in urban areas. The first one goes to Dutch This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

ALD launches Mobility-as-a-Service assistant with Skipr

September 13, 2022

ALD Automotive, Europe’s biggest leasing company, launches in Belgium ‘ALD Move’, a ‘Mobility-as-a-Service’ (MaaS) assistant developed with This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Alstom puts its ‘high-speed train of the future’ on rails

September 12, 2022

In the coastal town of La Rochelle, French train manufacturer Alstom has put its ‘high-speed train of the future’, successor to today’s TGVsThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

BMW to enable EV-charging without app or card by mid-2023

September 12, 2022

BMW’s electric models will, starting mid-2023, allow to charge at public chargers from different providers without the need to use a card orThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Mercedes and Rivian to jointly build e-vans in Europe

September 09, 2022

By the middle of this decade, Mercedes-Benz Vans stated that all newly introduced vans would be electric only. And looking beyond that date,This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Nissan’s new X-Trail inherits self-willed e-Power drivetrain

September 06, 2022

Nissan presented on Tuesday its all-new ‘electrified’ X-Trail, the fourth generation of its successful SUV, which sold seven million worldwiThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Jato: EV sales in EU26 made up 10,4% while PHEVs lost ground

September 05, 2022

According to Jato Dynamic’s latest figures for car registrations in Europe, July 2022 was marked by new vehicle registrations continued to fThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Fluxys to study green ammonia terminal in Port of Antwerp-Bruges

September 01, 2022

Belgian gas network operator Fluxys, already preparing a future on hydrogen as an alternative ‘clean’ energy source, is studying the feasibiThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

BMW kicks off fuel cell systems production in Munich

August 31, 2022

BMW kicked off on Wednesday its fuel cell system production for the iX5 Hydrogen at the company’s competence center for hydrogen in MunichThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Škoda molts old notions and gears up electric vision

August 31, 2022

With a new boss, Klaus Zellmer, taking the wheel in July, Czech VW-daughter Škoda molts old notions and gears up its (electric) vision: a nThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Electric boat sets new speed record at 175 kph

August 30, 2022

American electric outboard manufacturer Vision Marine Technologies has set a new ‘electric’ speed record on the water, breaking the 100 per This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Honda and LG Energy to invest $4,4 billion in US battery plant

August 30, 2022

Japanese carmaker Honda is joining forces with South Korean LG Energy Systems (LGES) to build a new lithium-ion battery cell factory in the This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Tesla’s Model Y way cheaper in Europe than US

August 29, 2022

Tesla added a base version of its Model Y (Standard Range) in Europe at starting prices of €49 990 (Belgium), way cheaper than the cheapesThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Stern to distribute Chinese Hongqi in the Netherlands from Q4

August 26, 2022

Stern, the Dutch daughter of Hedin Mobility Group, will distribute and service the electric cars of Chinese Hongqi in the Netherlands, startThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

California officially bans new ICE-car sales by 2035

August 26, 2022

The State of California is officially banning sales of cars and light trucks with an internal combustion engine (ICE) from 2035 on, followinThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Polestar batteries to power Candela’s electric hydrofoil boat

August 24, 2022

Two Swedish EV pioneers, Volvo-sister Polestar and electric ‘flyboat’ inventor Candela, found each other on the water. Polestar will supply This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Noiselessly to final resting place without a carbon footprint

August 23, 2022

Noiselessly to your final resting place, leaving this world without a carbon footprint. It’s possible with an all-electric hearse, like a coThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.