Author: Harding Greenwood

Electrogenic, a UK-based electric vehicle (EV) technology company, has extended its partner installer network to New Zealand and expanded its presence in the United Kingdom. The company develops modular ‘plug-and-play’ EV conversion kits designed for models such as the Land Rover Defender, Jaguar E-type, Porsche 911 and DeLorean DMC-12, enabling vehicles to be electrified without major structural changes. Franklin Motor Company has joined as Electrogenic’s first partner in New Zealand, focusing on Land Rover conversions. In the UK, Cambridgeshire-based Four Paw Racing and Silverstone-based English Electric Vehicles have been added to the company’s network. These additions broaden Electrogenic’s coverage, which…

Nissan Formula E Team confirmed on Wednesday that it will retain drivers Oliver Rowland and Norman Nato for the 2025/26 ABB FIA Formula E World Championship, opting for continuity after securing its highest-ever finish in the series. The Japanese automaker’s electric racing outfit finished third in the Teams’ Championship during the 2024/25 season — its best result since assuming full control of its Formula E operations. The team said maintaining the current driver pairing reflects its intention to build on recent success and further strengthen on-track performance heading into Season 12. “Following a very successful season, we’ve decided to maintain…

Uber is in discussions with private equity firms and financial institutions to secure funding for its expanding robotaxi initiative, as the company looks to scale operations in the emerging autonomous vehicle sector. The move marks a key part of Uber’s broader strategy to diversify its ride-hailing offerings and reduce long-term dependency on human drivers. The company is currently operating robotaxis through partnerships with Alphabet-owned Waymo in cities such as Austin and Atlanta. In addition, a $300 million agreement signed in July will see the deployment of more than 20,000 electric vehicles made by Lucid and integrated with Nuro’s self-driving technology…

Mercedes-Benz plans to launch 15 new or updated battery electric vehicles (BEVs) by 2027, most of them in its top-end segment, according to an investor presentation detailing the company’s model rollout strategy. The roadmap also includes 15 new or revised combustion engine models, with development split across three market tiers. Two of the planned electric vehicles will sit in Mercedes’ entry-level segment, joining the newly confirmed CLA saloon and its estate variant, the CLA Shooting Brake. Three models are positioned in the mid-size “core” class, and ten are targeted at the high-end category, which Mercedes is prioritizing as part of…

Luxeed, the electric vehicle brand jointly developed by Huawei and Chery, will open pre-sales for upgraded versions of its S7 pure electric sedan and R7 coupe SUV on August 8, the company said on its social media channels. Both models will debut the brand’s redesigned logo as part of a full refresh for its lineup. According to Chinese tech outlet LatePost, the official launch of the updated models is expected in September. The refreshed vehicles will feature Huawei’s ADS 4 smart driving system as standard, equipped with a 192-channel roof-mounted LiDAR, rear-facing high-precision solid-state LiDAR, and 4D millimeter-wave radars. The…

Rivian said on Tuesday its production numbers fell sharply in the second quarter of 2025 but deliveries rose, as the U.S. electric vehicle maker pushed ahead with preparations for the launch of its new R2 model next year. The company produced 5,979 battery-electric vehicles at its Normal, Illinois plant in the quarter, down from 14,611 in the previous period, due in part to what Rivian described as “a variety of supply chain complexities partially driven by shifts in trade policy.” Deliveries, however, increased to 10,661 vehicles from 8,640 in the first quarter. See also: Rivian Quad-Motor EVs Impress Off-Road, But…

BMW said its new iX3, the first model based on the company’s Neue Klasse platform, will offset the carbon emissions generated during its production after roughly 21,500 kilometres of driving when charged using Europe’s standard electricity mix. If powered solely by renewable energy such as rooftop solar panels, the break-even point drops to around 17,500 kilometres, according to BMW’s WLTP-based consumption data. “When charged using electricity from the European energy mix, the new iX3 50 xDrive emits fewer CO2 equivalents than a comparable combustion-engine model after around 21,500 kilometres,” BMW said. “If charged exclusively using renewable energy – such as…

Joby Aviation (JOBY.N) said on Sunday it has agreed to acquire Blade Air Mobility’s helicopter ride-share business for up to $125 million, in a move aimed at accelerating its entry into urban passenger transport. The deal includes the Blade brand and its passenger operations in the United States and Europe, but excludes the company’s medical division, which will remain independent. Blade founder and CEO Rob Wiesenthal will continue to lead the business, which will operate as a wholly owned Joby subsidiary. Founded in 2014, Blade operates a booking network for chartered helicopters on high-demand short routes, such as between Manhattan…

New car registrations in the UK fell 5.0% year-on-year in July to 140,154 units, marking the weakest July performance since 2022, according to data released by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) on Monday. The figure was also 10.8% lower than levels seen in July 2019, prior to the pandemic, highlighting the continued volatility in the market. Private registrations fell 3.2% to 51,646 units, while fleet sales dropped 6.5% to 85,594 units. Business registrations, which represent a smaller share of the market, rose 10.4% to 2,914 units. Sales declined across most vehicle segments, with only Dual Purpose, Mini,…

Dongguan Mentech Optical & Magnetic said it has signed an agreement to acquire a 60% stake in ChargeDot, ABB E-Mobility’s home and workplace charging business, in a deal expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2025 pending regulatory approval. The acquisition will give Mentech access to ChargeDot’s AC charging technology platform and experienced team, enabling the Chinese firm to expand in the residential and workplace charging segment. ABB E-Mobility will retain a 40% share and continue to support ChargeDot’s growth, primarily by providing its distribution channels in Europe and North America. “ChargeDot has delivered excellent results in China and…

SK Signet, a South Korean manufacturer of electric vehicle charging solutions, said it will integrate Hubject’s Plug&Charge functionality into its entire DC charger portfolio, with deployment expected to begin by September 2025. The partnership will give SK Signet customers access to more than 1,250 charge point operators worldwide via Hubject’s eRoaming network. In turn, users of the Hubject network will be able to charge at SK Signet stations without separate registration or authentication. Hubject will also designate SK Signet as the first official “EVSE Check Partner” in Korea, certifying Plug&Charge capability and communication between vehicles, management systems, charging stations, and…

Octopus Energy has partnered with Uber to provide 1,000 of its ride-share drivers in the UK with free home Ohme ePod chargers, including installation, if they sign up for the company’s Intelligent Octopus Go electric vehicle tariff. The £900 charger offer is available to Uber drivers with a recent record of electric vehicle trips or proof of a new EV order. Drivers must be new or existing Octopus customers eligible for the Go tariff and able to install the charger at home. Other requirements include having a smart meter, off-street parking and meeting installation feasibility checks. The Intelligent Octopus Go…