Chinese SAIC lowers prices despite ‘agreement’

July 14, 2023

MG Motor is reacting to the price reduction for the VW ID.3 in China and has lowered the price of its competitor model MG Mulan (MG4 in EuroThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Porsche shows electric Vision 357 Speedster at Goodwood

July 14, 2023

Porsche marks the 30th anniversary of the famed Goodwood Festival of Speed with the Porsche Vision 357 Speedster. The new concept car is theThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Renault’s new electric Scénic to be revealed in September

July 13, 2023

The all-new Renault Scénic E-Tech Electric will make its world premiere during the IAA Mobility 2023 event in Munich on September 4. The caThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Caterham presents sports EV concept

July 13, 2023

The British sports car manufacturer Caterham has presented Project V, a lightweight, fully electric coupé concept car. The aim is for a marThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Renault readies production version of new electric R5

July 12, 2023

Renault recently gave a glimpse into readying the production version of its next-generation EV model. The Renault 5 is on a prototype producThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Mercedes more than doubled EV sales in Q2

July 12, 2023

Mercedes-Benz Passenger Cars more than doubled its sales of battery-electric cars in the second quarter to 56 300 units (+123%). This growthThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Audi apprentices create ‘electrical prince’ EP4

July 11, 2023

To mark the 150th anniversary at the Audi site in Neckarsulm, twelve brand apprentices have electrified the iconic, classic EP4. The ‘E’This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

VW to test autonomous ID. Buzz

July 10, 2023

VW plans to put self-driving cars on the streets of Austin, the capital of Texas, later this month. It is the first time that the company isThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Is there an EV price war coming up in Europe?

July 10, 2023

In the battle for the top spot in the German electric car market, Tesla was ahead again in the first half of the year, but its lead over theThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

BMW doubles EV sales again, PHEV sales decline

July 10, 2023

The BMW Group delivered 88 289 fully electric vehicles of the BMW and Mini brands to customers in the second quarter. This means the companyThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Mercedes joins NACS charging standard

July 10, 2023

Mercedes-Benz just became the first German carmaker to join the NACS or North American Charging System initiated by Tesla in the U.S. The coThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Ford Fiesta is past as of today

July 07, 2023

The final Ford Fiesta will roll off the production line today, Friday, 7 July, following the company’s decision late last year to axe the poThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

New Mercedes CLE also as PHEV

July 07, 2023

In November, Mercedes-Benz will bring the CLE on the market, a Coupe that uses the technology of both the C- and (recently updated) E-Class.This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Traxio: ‘there’s a schism in the Belgian car market’

July 06, 2023

Car sector federation Traxio has been studying the latest registrations (first six months of 2023) of new and second-hand cars in Belgium anThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Chinese SAIC Motor wants to produce in Europe

July 06, 2023

The Chinese car manufacturer SAIC plans to build a plant for electric vehicles in Europe and is currently looking for a location. SAIC has jThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Dieselgate: former Audi CEO Stadler appeals (update)

July 05, 2023

Former Audi boss Rupert Stadler got off with a suspended prison sentence and a fine after his involvement in the so-called ‘Dieselgate’ scanThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Volvo Cars to use renewable fuels for ocean freight

July 05, 2023

The Swedish/Chinese car manufacturer Volvo Cars switches to renewable fuels for ocean freight. The company claims that this will cut fossil This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Belux car registrations in June: serious growth again

July 04, 2023

51 760 cars were newly registered in Belgium and Luxembourg in the month of June, 48,7% more than the same month last year. It also means thThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Dealer group Ghistelinck takes over MIG Motors

July 03, 2023

Dealer group Ghistelinck (Mercedes dealerships in West Flanders and the north of France) starts a partnership with United NRJ, owner of MIG This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

New CEO for Mercedes Belux and the Netherlands

July 03, 2023

Wolfgang Bremm von Kleinsorgen (52) is the new CEO of Mercedes-Benz Belgium and Luxembourg and of Mercedes-Benz in the Netherlands as of 1 SThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

VW and Polestar also opt for NACS charging standard in the U.S.

July 03, 2023

The Volkswagen Group also opens up to Tesla’s fast charging system in North America. VW’s charging infrastructure subsidiary Electrify AmeThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Comprehensive facelift for Polestar 2 (update)

June 30, 2023

At the beginning of the year, Polestar released a comprehensive facelift for the 2024 model year of the 2, including new e-motors and more pThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Renault Group upgrades its 2023 financial outlook

June 29, 2023

Given the current level of performance of Renault Group, which is above initial expectations, the group upgrades its financial outlook for tThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Volkswagen to temporarily slow down EV production?

June 28, 2023

According to the works council, Volkswagen has temporarily reduced the production of electric cars at its Emden plant. The reason for this iThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Volvo joins the NACS charging standard in North America

June 28, 2023

As part of Volvo Cars’ aim to be a fully electric carmaker by 2030, Volvo joins Tesla, Ford, and GM in North America using the North AmericaThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Mobia wants 100 additional charging points every day till 2030

June 27, 2023

Mobia, the overarching partnership between the car sector federations Febiac, Traxio, and Renta, warns of a shortage in public charging poinThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Electra wants to roll out fast-charging network rapidly

June 23, 2023

The French charging infrastructure specialist Electra has opened its first fast-charging station in Belgium at the shopping site of MaasmechThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Smart launches second AWD variant of #1

June 23, 2023

Smart has announced another variant of its Smart #1 electric model. The #1 Pulse is planned to hit German roads still in 2023. This will be This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Mazda going for round battery cells from Panasonic

June 22, 2023

Panasonic and Mazda announced they have agreed to enter into discussions on establishing a medium- to long-term partnership for automotive bThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Volkswagen Group CEO presents its reorganization plan

June 22, 2023

Volkswagen Group CEO Oliver Blume presented its vast reorganization plan for the group on Wednesday at the group’s Capital Markets Day. A seThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Almost 1 million new cars in Europe in May, EVs grow further

June 22, 2023

In May 2023, the EU car market saw a significant increase in passenger car registrations, with nearly 1 million units, marking an 18,5% growThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

SiliconAuto is the new joint venture of Stellantis and Foxconn

June 21, 2023

Car manufacturing group Stellantis, the world’s number four, and Taiwanese contract manufacturer Foxconn have announced the formation of SilThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Renault: big boss will lead Ampere himself

June 21, 2023

Renault has unveiled the senior management team for its EV and software subsidiary Ampere. Luca de Meo, currently CEO of the Renault Group, This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Porsche to become full battery producer and supplier

June 20, 2023

Porsche looks likely to produce high-performance battery cells on a much larger scale than previously planned. The German carmaker will no lThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

An all-electric Dacia Sandero by 2028?

June 20, 2023

Dacia allegedly wants to offer the next generation of its most popular small car as an electric model from 2027 or 2028. It could even becomThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Nissan’s number two leaves the company

June 19, 2023

Indian-born Ashwani Gupta, Nissan’s COO, will leave the company by the end of this month. In a short press release, Gupta is mentioned as onThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Renault’s new flagship is the hybrid Rafale

June 19, 2023

After reorganizing its C-segment cars with Mégane Electric, Arkana, and Austral, Renault now takes on the D-segment. It just launched the nThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Solvay to use salt caverns for energy storage

June 15, 2023

The Belgian chemical company Solvay will use its salt caverns in Germany to store energy. In the caverns, compressed air or hydrogen will beThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Rolls-Royce CEO: ‘hydrogen is a possibility’

June 15, 2023

Rolls-Royce is considering using hydrogen fuel cell technology over conventional batteries for its future electric cars once this technologyThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

H1st vision, the first concept car by Software République

June 14, 2023

Created only two years ago, Software République is staging the world premiere of a collaborative concept at the Viva Technology 2023 exhibiThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Will there be another ‘car show’ in Brussels in 2024?

June 14, 2023

402 Automotive, a Dutch organizer of car shows and events, seems to want to fill the gap the cancellation of the Brussels Motor Show 2024 orThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Renault introduces V2G on new electric R5

June 14, 2023

The all-electric Renault 5 will be the first Renault vehicle equipped with a bidirectional charger. The associated V2G service will be availThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Bolt to offer an additional 400 shared bikes in Ghent

June 13, 2023

Bolt will be the third company to offer bike-sharing in Ghent. Four years ago, Donkey Republic started in the Artevelde City and has 500 citThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Volkswagen CEO brooding on a reorganization plan

June 13, 2023

According to sources talking to the specialized German newspaper Handelsblatt, Volkswagen Group CEO Oliver Blume is preparing the biggest reThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

GM and Ford to use Tesla charging standard NACS

June 12, 2023

From 2025, General Motors will rely on Tesla’s charging port in the USA and Canada – exclusively. GM wants to provide adapters so that aThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Toyota to install new battery lab in the US

June 12, 2023

The world’s number one car manufacturer, Toyota, is investing almost $50 million in a new battery laboratory in the US. This will be built aThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Febiac’s new chairman is Freddy De Mulder

June 09, 2023

The Belgian Federation of Automotive Manufacturers and Importers Febiac has a new president. Freddy De Mulder (67), after a long career in tThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

New EX30 is Volvo’s entry-level EV

June 08, 2023

Volvo just launched its first entry-level electric car, and the Swedish (but now Chinese-owned) car maker surprises with a price setting a bThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

SAS opens bookings for first electric flights in 2028

June 06, 2023

Last Friday, Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) began accepting seat reservations for its groundbreaking commercial electric flights in Sweden, NorThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Eurostar Amsterdam-London in danger

June 06, 2023

Last Friday, Dutch state secretary Heynen (Ministry of Infrastructure & Waterstate) decided that the Eurostar train between Amsterdam anThis content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Stellantis starts joint venture for recycling vehicles

June 06, 2023

On Monday, the car manufacturing group Stellantis and metals recycler Galloo announced they have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.

Bosch builds S3 fuel cell stack for PowerCell

June 05, 2023

Automotive supplier Bosch is taking over the production of the S3 fuel cell stack for the Swedish fuel cell specialist PowerCell. Under the This content has been archived. Log in or Subscribe to a level that has access to archived content.