Author: Ivan Popov

Stellantis has paid $190.6 million in penalties so far this year for failing to meet U.S. fuel economy requirements, according to figures released by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and confirmed by the automaker. The agency said in its annual report that Stellantis paid $112.3 million in June and $78.3 million in March to cover shortfalls from the 2019 and 2020 model years. That brings the Italian-U.S. automaker’s total fuel economy fines to $773.5 million since 2018. NHTSA noted that automakers will not face fines for missing Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) rules dating back to the 2022…

WeRide, an autonomous driving technology company, and Shenzhen Bus Group have introduced the city’s first Level 4 driverless Robobus public transport service. The B888 line operates in the busy Luohu District, connecting Luohu Port with the MixC Market and covering major landmarks including Guomao, Di Wang Tower, and Shenzhen Grand Theater. The service offers 6.6 km outbound and 4.3 km return trips, each lasting about 30 to 35 minutes. Passengers can book rides through the Shenzhen Bus Travel WeChat mini program. Equipped with more than 20 sensors, including LiDAR and high-definition cameras, the Robobus enables 360-degree perception of up to…

Germany has introduced a new data profile to help standardise how charging point operators (CPOs) share information on public charging infrastructure, ahead of upcoming European Union rules. Since April 14, 2025, CPOs have been required to provide information on their publicly accessible charging stations free of charge and without discrimination. To support this, the country’s National Charging Infrastructure Control Centre launched the DATEX-II data profile version 01-00-00, now available in the Mobility Library of the Federal Ministry of Transport. “With this data profile, charge point operators can already report their charging point data in compliance with the standard and meet…

Royal Enfield has released official footage of its upcoming Flying Flea C6 electric motorcycle undergoing road tests in Leh, Ladakh, as the company builds anticipation ahead of a planned market debut in early 2026. The video marks the first time the model has been shown in motion after months of leaks and spy shots. The bike was filmed handling steep climbs, descents and switchbacks, with riders testing both Eco and Sport modes, including with a passenger. According to the footage, the prototype maintained speed uphill and delivered smooth power on descents. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ogwwvb8w5LQ The C6 is inspired by Royal Enfield’s World…

Geely Galaxy opened pre-sales of its flagship M9 hybrid SUV on Saturday, positioning it as one of the most affordable large sport utility vehicles in the Chinese market. The six-seat model starts at RMB 193,800 ($27,050), roughly half the cost of Li Auto’s L9 extended-range EV, which is priced from RMB 409,800. Despite its lower price, the M9 matches its competitor in size and offers comparable specifications. Unveiled globally in Milan in May, the M9 is built on Geely’s Electric Architecture (GEA) platform and integrates the company’s new-generation Leishen EM super hybrid system. The SUV measures 5,205 mm in length,…

Liofit, a company specialising in the repair and recycling of e-bike batteries, has started construction of a new headquarters in Kamenz, Saxony, with operations expected to begin next year on a site of about 1,000 square metres. The family-owned business, founded in 2023 by Dr. Ralf Günther, said the new centre will expand production capacity, optimise processes, and create additional space for research, development and jobs. The company expects demand to increase across Europe following the EU’s new battery regulation, which introduces binding recycling quotas. “With the new building, we are creating the basis for saving even more batteries from…

Xpeng said on Monday it has begun rolling out its global XOS 5.8.0 over-the-air (OTA) software update, introducing new driver-assistance, cabin comfort, and personalization features to its vehicles worldwide. The update is the company’s third major OTA release this year, following XOS 5.4.5 in January and XOS 5.6.0 in May. Xpeng said the latest version builds on user feedback and reflects its focus on safety, intelligent driving, and customer experience. See also: Xpeng Under Scrutiny In China Over Handling Of P7+ Steering Failures https://twitter.com/XPengMotors/status/1959874131198976428 “With XOS 5.8.0, the third major OTA release of 2025, each of these releases raised application…

Daimler Buses has delivered ten fully electric Mercedes-Benz eCitaro solo buses to Stadtwerke Bonn (SWB), along with a complete charging infrastructure built in cooperation with its subsidiary Daimler Buses Solutions GmbH. The 12-metre buses will operate in scheduled service in Bonn, complementing electric vehicles from other manufacturers that are already part of the SWB fleet. The charging infrastructure, which includes ten charging points, was installed at the SWB depot in Friesdorf and will be presented on Aug. 20 by SWB Managing Director Anja Wenmakers and Bonn’s Mayor Katja Dörner. https://twitter.com/DaimlerTruck/status/1958466556662276399 Daimler Buses assumed overall responsibility for the planning and construction,…

Blink Charging said it has entered a strategic partnership with Presto to expand access to its nationwide fast-charging network for fleet and rideshare drivers in the United States. The integration combines Blink’s charging infrastructure with Presto’s app and APIs, aiming to improve convenience, reliability and efficiency for operators of corporate, delivery and mobility fleets. The collaboration allows drivers using the Presto app to locate Blink charging stations, view real-time availability and manage payments directly from their devices. The integration also supports APIs for businesses, enabling fleet managers to embed charging functions into their operations. “This integration empowers fleet drivers to…

Autonomous vehicle startup Nuro has raised $203 million in a late-stage funding round, valuing the company at $6 billion, it said on Friday. The round included fresh investment from Uber and Nvidia, along with support from existing shareholders. The raise comprises $97 million in new capital, adding to the $106 million announced in April from backers such as T. Rowe Price, Fidelity and Tiger Global. The company’s current valuation is lower than the $8.6 billion it achieved in 2021, according to PitchBook, as many startups that benefited from the 2021 funding boom now face more cautious investor sentiment. Nuro said…

Tesla (TSLA.O) must defend a certified class action lawsuit brought by California drivers who claim Chief Executive Elon Musk and the company overstated the self-driving capabilities of its electric vehicles for nearly eight years, a U.S. judge has ruled. U.S. District Judge Rita Lin in San Francisco said on Monday that a central question — whether Tesla lacked the necessary sensors to deliver full autonomy and failed to demonstrate a long-distance self-driving trip — was enough to justify group litigation. The case consolidates lawsuits from drivers who purchased Tesla’s Full Self-Driving package between 2016 and 2024. The judge found that…

The Prague City Council has approved a major investment project to install up to 1,500 publicly accessible electric vehicle (EV) charging stations across the Czech capital over the coming years. The project, wholly owned by the city, is estimated to cost nearly 493 million Czech koruna (around €20 million). According to the city administration, the charging stations are intended to make electric mobility more accessible for all residents, including those without the option to charge at home. While specific locations and a construction timetable have not yet been disclosed, officials indicated the stations will likely focus on residential areas, enabling…