Author: Ivan Popov

One of the primary concerns for electric vehicle (EV) buyers remains battery longevity and degradation, which can reduce driving range over time. Recent data, however, suggests that Ford’s electric models are performing well in this area. The Mustang Mach-E, for example, is designed to last at least 10 years while retaining 90% of its original capacity at 100,000 miles, with some owners reporting minimal degradation even beyond 250,000 miles. See also: Ford Expands F-150 Lightning Lineup with New Entry-Level STX, Adds Range https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B5QXZ9fSH4U Similar resilience has now been observed in the Ford F-150 Lightning. In a recent video from the…

Hyundai will produce its upcoming Ioniq 3 electric vehicle in Türkiye, marking the first time the automaker manufactures an EV in Europe, a senior executive told Anadolu Agency on the sidelines of the IAA Mobility show in Munich. “We will start production of our Ioniq 3 model next year. This will be the first electric vehicle that Hyundai produces in Europe for the first time in Turkey,” said Murat Berkel, General Manager of Hyundai Türkiye. “This will also be the first electric vehicle exported from Türkiye to Europe after Togg.” See also: Hyundai Unveils Concept Three Compact EV At IAA,…

Magna International said it has appointed Philip D. Fracassa as Executive Vice-President and Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective immediately, succeeding Patrick McCann who is stepping down after more than 26 years with the company. McCann will remain in an advisory role until the end of February 2026 to ensure a smooth transition, the Canadian auto parts supplier said. “I would like to extend my gratitude to Pat for his significant contributions and partnership, particularly during a dynamic period in the global economy and our industry,” Magna President and CEO Swamy Kotagiri said in a statement. Fracassa joins Magna after two…

Stellantis said on Friday it will no longer pursue the development of a fully battery-electric version of its Ram 1500 full-size pickup, citing slowing demand for full-size electric trucks in North America. The company confirmed it will instead launch an extended-range version, renamed the Ram 1500 REV, formerly known as the Ramcharger. “As demand for full-size battery-electric trucks slows in North America, Stellantis is reassessing its product strategy and will discontinue development of a full-size BEV pickup,” the company said in a statement. “As part of this, Ram is renaming its REEV-powered pickup to Ram 1500 REV. This vehicle will…

Archer Aviation said on Friday it plans to participate in the White House’s newly launched eVTOL Integration Pilot Program (eIPP), joining U.S. airlines and selected cities in an effort to accelerate electric air taxi operations. The initiative is the first federal program designed to support real-world testing of eVTOL aircraft in the United States. The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced the framework, initially outlined in June 2025 as part of the “Unleashing Drone Dominance” Executive Order, to enable supervised, pre-certification trial flights. Archer said it is exploring partnerships with airlines, including United Airlines, and…

Enphase Energy has introduced its IQ Bidirectional EV Charger, designed to allow electric vehicles to power homes during outages and share stored energy with the grid. The system, expected to be available in the second half of 2026, marks the company’s entry into vehicle-to-home (V2H) and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) solutions. The charger delivers up to 11.5 kW of bidirectional power and supports both 400-volt and 800-volt EV platforms. A simplified installation process requires only the charger and an IQ Meter Collar, while users can manage the system through the Enphase App. A key feature, called black start resilience, enables a de-energized…

Jaguar Land Rover said on Wednesday that a cyberattack has forced a halt to its vehicle assembly lines and led to the theft of an unspecified amount of data. In a statement, the U.K.-based maker of Land Rover and Range Rover vehicles said it was aware that “some data” was taken during the incident. It remains unclear whether the stolen information pertains to the company, its employees, or its customers. The company first disclosed the attack on September 2, noting that it had shut down its systems, which “severely disrupted” production and sales operations. The incident has also affected supply…

RWTH Aachen University’s Chair of Production Engineering of E-Mobility Components (PEM) has launched a research project aimed at making electric motor rotors easier to recycle, seeking to strengthen supply security for critical raw materials in Europe. The initiative, called Kreisläufer, focuses on developing production and dismantling processes to ensure valuable elements such as copper and rare earths can be recovered at the end of a motor’s life cycle. The project is supported by Germany’s Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy and involves industry partners across the supply chain, including Magnet-Physik Dr. Steingroever, Remondis and Wieland eTraction Systems. Daimler Truck…

Autel Energy said on Monday it has launched its new MaxiCharger DT1000 series, a high-power charging system developed in partnership with Phoenix Contact, integrating the German firm’s 1,000-ampere liquid-cooled CCS Type 2 cable and connector technology. The system is designed to support megawatt-class charging performance for heavy-duty electric vehicles and commercial fleets, offering sustained 800A charging and a 1,000A boost mode. The cable uses a water-glycol cooling loop to ensure stable thermal performance, while remaining lightweight and flexible for operators, Autel said. “With the new generation of the cooled CCS HPC connector, Phoenix Contact delivers a charging power of up…

International Motors, LLC has launched customer fleet trials of its second-generation autonomous trucks in partnership with California-based PlusAI, the companies said on Monday. The program will operate along the I-35 freight corridor between Laredo and Dallas, a key route for commercial trucking in the United States. The initiative marks a step forward in International’s autonomous vehicle program, which is testing hub-to-hub operations in real-world conditions. The trucks, part of the International® LT® Series, come factory-installed with the S13® Integrated Powertrain and an updated sensor suite. They run on PlusAI’s SuperDrive™ software, which uses AI models trained on extensive driving data…

Iveco Bus has supplied 110 CROSSWAY LOW ENTRY ELEC buses to operators serving Flemish transport company De Lijn, marking a step in the region’s plan to shift towards emission-free public transport. The vehicles are designed for regional and intercity routes and are equipped with 485-kWh batteries, enabling ranges of up to 400 km depending on operating conditions. They can be charged via CCS2 plugs and carry up to 45 seated and more than 70 standing passengers. Accessibility features include a low central entry, wide doors, and wheelchair spaces, while air conditioning and USB charging ports are also fitted. The deployment…

Logistics company Gebrüder Weiss said it has expanded its fleet in Austria with four fully electric trucks, as part of its broader plan to scale up zero-emission road transport. The move is supported by the rollout of proprietary charging infrastructure, with further vehicle additions scheduled through 2026. Two of the new Mercedes eActros 600 trucks are based at the company’s headquarters in Lauterach, while another two are stationed in Wels. Each vehicle is equipped with a 600 kWh battery that provides a driving range of about 500 kilometers and can be recharged within 30 to 90 minutes, enabling both regional…

Volkswagen has taken a multi-billion-euro hit from U.S. auto import tariffs this year, Chief Executive Oliver Blume said on Monday, adding that its Porsche brand is under particular pressure as weak demand in China coincides with high duties in the United States. “It’s several billion euros on our balance sheet that this situation costs this year,” Blume told Reuters on the sidelines of the IAA Munich car show. His remarks highlight the extent to which tariffs are weighing on Europe’s largest carmaker, which also owns the Audi, Cupra and Skoda brands. Volkswagen previously disclosed a €600 million ($704 million) impact…

Tesla has launched a program allowing businesses to purchase and install its Supercharger stations on-site, expanding the availability of its charging network beyond Tesla-owned locations. The initiative, called Supercharger for Business, is available in all countries where Tesla operates Superchargers. Companies can acquire at least four V3 or V4 posts per site, with Tesla handling network operations, maintenance, and 24/7 customer support. The automaker is guaranteeing 97% uptime, in line with the reliability of its global network of more than 70,000 chargers. Business-owned Superchargers will integrate Tesla’s hardware, software, live availability monitoring, and over-the-air updates, offering drivers a consistent experience…

Skoda said that several of its electric vehicles qualify for the UK government’s Band 2 Electric Car Grant (ECG), giving customers a £1,500 discount on new purchases. The Czech carmaker also unveiled the long-range Elroq SE L 85. Eligible models include the Elroq SE, SE L, Edition and SportLine, as well as the Enyaq SE L and Edition. The newly introduced Elroq SE L 85 features an 82kWh battery with a WLTP range of up to 355 miles. Skoda said full pricing details are available on its website, with the grant reducing entry-level EV prices by £1,500. Matthew Bowden, director…

Kingbull has launched its latest all-terrain electric bike, the Rover 2.0, in the United States, targeting both daily commuters and off-road enthusiasts. The new fat-tire e-bike builds on the success of the first-generation Rover and incorporates upgraded features designed for enhanced performance and comfort. The Rover 2.0 is powered by a 750 W brushless rear hub motor from Bafang, delivering 80 Nm of torque and a top speed of 28 mph (45 km/h) in Class 3 mode. A 720 Wh Samsung battery provides a maximum range of up to 60 miles (96.5 km) on a single charge. The bike is…

Autonomous technology company Avride said on Thursday it is expanding testing of its vehicles in Dallas as it prepares to launch a robotaxi service on Uber’s ride-hailing platform. The initiative is part of a broader effort by technology firms to integrate autonomous vehicles into ride-hailing and delivery services, following partnerships with both mobility and logistics companies. Avride first announced a partnership with Uber in October last year, which initially focused on autonomous delivery services. Its delivery robots were deployed on the Uber Eats platform in Austin in November, and the service has since been extended to Dallas and Jersey City.…

Silicon Valley-based lithium-sulfur battery developer Lyten has named former executives of bankrupt Swedish battery maker Northvolt to lead its newly acquired Swedish operations, the company said on Thursday. Matthias Arleth, Northvolt’s last chief operating officer, has been appointed CEO of Lyten Sweden. In addition, Sami Haikala will return as head of Northvolt Labs R&D in Sweden, and Markus Danglemaier will resume his previous role leading the Northvolt Ett factory, according to Lyten. “These executives played a pivotal role in stabilising operations and delivering to customers over the last year,” the company said in a statement. “Filling these initial executive roles…

Volvo Cars said on Tuesday its global sales fell 9% in August to 48,029 vehicles, with demand for electrified models also declining as the company begins production of its new ES90 electric sedan in Europe. Sales of electrified cars, which include fully electric and plug-in hybrid models, made up 43% of total sales for the month but dropped 17% from a year earlier. Fully electric cars represented 20% of sales, while plug-in hybrids accounted for 23%. The XC60 was the company’s top-selling model in August, with 17,366 units sold, up from 14,723 last year. It was followed by the XC40/EX40…

German truck rental company Hylane has appointed Maximilian Draxler to its management board, the company said on Monday. Draxler, who previously headed finance, will join Managing Directors Sara Schiffer and Bernd Zens from Sept. 1. The Cologne-based provider of alternatively powered commercial vehicles said the 33-year-old had been with the firm since its founding. “He played a key role in building up the company and, since 2022, has been responsible as Head of Finance for designing the usage-based rental model, procuring zero-emission vehicles for the steadily growing fleet, and developing efficient controlling and financial processes,” Hylane said in a statement.…