Author: Harding Greenwood

Swedish electric boat maker Candela has signed an agreement to deliver ten of its P-12 electric hydrofoil ferries for operation in Thailand, marking the company’s largest deployment in Southeast Asia. The deal, signed in Bangkok during the SX Sustainability Expo, pairs Candela with Seudamgo by Leopard Transportation Co., Ltd., which will operate the ferries on routes to Koh Kood, one of Thailand’s least developed islands. The agreement was witnessed by the Governor of Trat and representatives from the Swedish Embassy in Bangkok. See also: Sweden’s Candela to Supply 11 Electric Hydrofoil Ferries to Mumbai’s JalVimana The P-12 ferries will replace…

Belgian postal operator Bpost said it has completed the transition to emission-free parcel and letter delivery in Brussels, making the EU capital the first major European city to rely entirely on electric transport for last-mile logistics. The company said it now delivers exclusively with electric vans, e-bikes, trailers, and on-foot services, while also expanding its network of 350 pick-up stations to improve convenience for customers in inner-city areas. See also: Einride Conducts First Public Road Test of Autonomous Electric Truck in Belgium Bpost estimates the shift will cut around 750 tonnes of CO2 annually, while also reducing air pollution and…

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Friday urged a continent-wide effort to advance self-driving cars, saying artificial intelligence could help revive Europe’s struggling automotive industry and improve road safety. “Self-driving cars are already a reality in the United States and China. The same should be true here in Europe,” von der Leyen said at the Italian Tech Week in Turin, Italy’s automotive hub. She added that an “AI first” approach also meant “safety first.” Her remarks come as Brussels seeks to reinforce industrial competitiveness while European carmakers face pressure from U.S. and Chinese rivals advancing in autonomous technology.…

German specialty chemicals company IBU-tec has launched a new facility at its Weimar site dedicated to recycling battery raw materials, developed in partnership with machine manufacturer Hosokawa Alpine. The move marks a step into the expanding market for energy storage recycling, complementing IBU-tec’s existing battery materials business. The plant is designed to process coated cathode foils from used batteries. IBU-tec contributed its expertise in battery material development, while Augsburg-based Hosokawa Alpine provided modern grinding and screening systems to improve efficiency. The facility will serve both in-house projects and external clients seeking recycling services. See also: IBU-Tec Advances Sodium-Ion Battery Technology…

Nissan said it is applying engineering lessons from its Z sports car to the all-new 2026 Leaf, seeking to ensure consistent handling, comfort and technology across different vehicle segments as part of its strategy to strengthen brand identity. The approach, which Nissan refers to as “Nissan-ness,” involves rotating engineers between projects ranging from sports cars to SUVs and electric vehicles. Engineers who worked on the Nissan Z were tasked with tuning the 2026 Leaf for North America, adapting sports car performance principles to an electric platform. See also: Dual-Battery Nissan LEAF Limo Travels Nearly 19 Miles Past Zero Range in…

Skycharger, in partnership with Electric Era, has opened a new public fast-charging station in Chula Vista, California, as part of a broader effort to expand electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure along the I-5 corridor from Washington state to the Mexico border. The new site, located at 873 Palomar Street, features four dual-port 200-kilowatt chargers capable of serving up to eight vehicles simultaneously. It also integrates a grid-tied battery energy storage system that can supply 120 kW to reduce peak demand and improve grid stability. See also: PowerGo Opens Public Fast-Charging Hub at Basic-Fit Gym in Antwerp “This site provides corridor charging…

BMW will provide a $7,500 purchase credit across its electric and electrified vehicle lineup in the United States, a move that follows the expiration of the federal EV tax credit on September 30. The credit applies to all eligible BMW models, including the 2025 i7 M70, which carries a starting price of about $169,675. See also: BMW Opens €2 Billion EV Plant in Hungary to Build New iX3 Unlike the federal program, which limited eligibility based on vehicle price and buyer income, BMW’s incentive is applied uniformly regardless of model cost or household income. In addition to the purchase credit,…

Hyundai Motor has officially launched its first electric sports sedan, the Ioniq 6 N, in South Korea, strengthening its push into high-performance electrification as it prepares to expand into global markets. The Ioniq 6 N, unveiled earlier this year at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, delivers up to 609 horsepower from a dual-motor all-wheel-drive setup, with a temporary boost function lifting output to 650 horsepower for quicker acceleration. See also: Hyundai Ioniq 6 N Could Carry Premium U.S. Price Tag, Reports Suggest Equipped with an 84 kWh battery, the model offers a range of up to 291 miles (469 km)…

General Motors has recalled more than 23,000 units of its 2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV in the United States due to concerns that the pedestrian warning system may not produce sufficient sound at low speeds, according to a notice filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The recall, announced on September 30, covers Equinox EVs manufactured between August 8, 2023, and August 28, 2024. GM said some vehicles may have been fitted with incorrect software for the body control module (BCM), potentially causing them to fall short of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 141, which sets minimum sound…

Tesla has filed a patent for an inflatable aerodynamic deflector designed for its Cybertruck, aiming to improve towing efficiency by reducing drag when pulling a trailer. The Cybertruck, known for its stainless-steel exoskeleton and sharp-edged design, already offers a lower drag coefficient than most pickup trucks. However, towing remains a challenge as trailers generate significant aerodynamic drag. See also: U.S. Army Confirms Tesla Cybertruck Cannot Be Imported Into Europe The U.S. automaker said in its patent application: “An inflatable aerodynamic deflector to reduce drag and enhance efficiency. Constructed from drop stitch material, it forms one or more air chambers between…

Rivian posted stronger production and delivery results in the third quarter of 2025, helping offset concerns after supply chain disruptions slowed output earlier in the year. The U.S. electric vehicle manufacturer said it built 10,720 battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) at its Normal, Illinois plant in the three months ending Sept. 30, a sharp increase from 5,979 in the prior quarter. See also: Rivian Plans U.K. and Europe Expansion With New Affordable R2 EV Deliveries rose to 13,201 vehicles, surpassing its expectation of 12,955 and keeping the company’s annual guidance intact. In August, Rivian attributed weaker second-quarter output to “primarily due to…

Tesla reported record global deliveries of 497,099 vehicles in the third quarter of 2025, lifted by a surge in U.S. demand ahead of the expiration of a federal tax credit, and well above Wall Street’s forecast of 439,612 units. The U.S. EV maker’s quarterly deliveries rose 7.39% from a year earlier and jumped 29.41% from the previous quarter, after a weak start to the year. Model 3 and Model Y vehicles accounted for the bulk of sales at 481,166 units, up 9.36% year-on-year and 28.75% quarter-on-quarter. Tesla said U.S. sales received a temporary boost as customers accelerated purchases before the…