Author: Jonathan Collins

Dongfeng-Nissan has released official images of its upcoming NX8 sport utility vehicle for the Chinese market, offering a detailed first look at the joint venture’s latest locally developed model as it advances regulatory approval in the world’s largest electric vehicle market. The NX8 recently appeared in a vehicle approval catalogue published by China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT), clearing a key regulatory step ahead of its commercial launch. The model becomes the third vehicle in Dongfeng Nissan’s N-series lineup following the N7 battery-electric sedan and the N6 plug-in hybrid sedan, reinforcing Nissan Motor’s push to rebuild its China…

Tesla has introduced a new package of financing and leasing incentives across its U.S. vehicle lineup, stepping up its year-end sales push with lower borrowing costs and improved lease terms, particularly for the newly launched Model Y Standard. The electric vehicle maker is now offering 0% financing for up to 72 months on new Model Y Standard orders, a sharp improvement from the 3.99% promotional rate introduced only weeks earlier and a significant reduction from previous offers above 5%. The move positions the entry-level Model Y as the most aggressively priced option in Tesla’s current U.S. lineup. See also: Tesla…

Chang-Hyeong Song, head of Hyundai Motor Group’s autonomous driving division, has stepped down, the company said on Friday, following internal debate over the direction of its self-driving technology strategy. Hyundai Motor Group confirmed the departure in a statement, saying, “President Song recently expressed his intention to voluntarily step down for personal reasons, and the company respected the decision and accepted the resignation.” The company added that, “The projects overseen by Song have been run systematically by leaders in each division, including the AVP division and 42dot, and they will continue in the same way going forward.” See also: Hyundai Motor…

The U.S. Department of Transportation announced a $2 billion federal grant program to support bus purchases and depot upgrades for more than 165 public transit agencies, with funding directed mainly toward diesel-hybrid and compressed natural gas (CNG) vehicles rather than battery-electric buses. The grants are part of the annual allocation under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act passed in 2021. The largest single award, totaling $121.1 million, will go to the Chicago Transit Authority to replace 150 diesel buses with diesel-electric hybrid models. A further $100.7 million was awarded to Harris County, Texas, to support the purchase of CNG buses…

Tesla CEO Elon Musk said on Thursday that the latest version of the company’s Full Self-Driving (Supervised) software allows drivers to text while driving in certain traffic situations, despite such behavior being illegal in most U.S. states. Musk made the comment on his social media platform X after a user observed that the newest FSD update no longer issued warnings when the driver used a phone. Musk replied that the software permits it “depending on context of surrounding traffic.” See also: Musk Says Legacy Automakers Show Limited Interest in Licensing Tesla’s FSD Technology https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/1996631421449072754 Nearly all 50 U.S. states ban…

Vietnamese public transport operator Lien Ninh has begun deploying an all-electric bus fleet in Hanoi, confirming that all 111 vehicles across its nine routes will be converted to battery-powered models this month in line with the capital’s long-term clean transport strategy. The first batch of electric buses entered operation on Thursday, marking the start of a full fleet transition from conventional vehicles to zero-emission models. Hanoi has set a target to shift all bus services to electric and green energy-powered vehicles by 2030 as part of broader efforts to reduce urban pollution. See also: Vietnam’s Kim Long Motor to Build…

Switzerland has completed its first real-world pilot of wireless charging technology for electric vehicles, as researchers assessed not only performance under daily driving conditions but also regulatory approval and potential impacts on the national energy system, project partners said. The trial was carried out under the INLADE project, led by energy supplier Eniwa AG in collaboration with the Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology (Empa) and several industry partners. The initiative was supported by the Swiss Federal Office of Energy and the cantons of Zurich and Aargau. “The aim was to test the existing technology in everyday use,…

Building materials producer Tarmac said it will introduce an initial fleet of battery-electric heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) and establish a dedicated high-power charging network to support low-carbon construction logistics across London and the South East, with operations set to begin in early 2026. The first phase will see five electric HGVs deployed in partnership with Renault Trucks and DAF Trucks to transport cement, asphalt, aggregates and concrete blocks for major construction and infrastructure projects. The initiative is backed by the UK government’s £200 million Zero Emission HGV and Infrastructure Development programme delivered through the Department for Transport and Innovate UK.…

GATE, the electric commercial vehicle rental venture jointly owned by Iveco and financial services provider DLL, has expanded its product lineup to include an electric semi-tractor and two new electric vans, widening access to battery-powered transport under its pay-per-use model. The new additions include the Iveco S-eWay electric tractor unit and the recently launched eSuper Jolly van, which are now available for long-term rental through GATE’s network in Germany, France and Italy. A more compact electric van, the eJolly, is scheduled to join the fleet in the first half of 2026. See also: Iveco Bus Wins Contract to Supply 87…

Honda’s UK unit has introduced a new retail incentive programme for its e:Ny1 electric SUV, offering a combined £8,750 discount along with 0% annual percentage rate (APR) finance and an extended service package as the automaker seeks to stimulate electric vehicle demand. The campaign runs from Dec. 1, 2025, through Feb. 28, 2026, with vehicle registration required by March 31, 2026. The total discount includes a £5,000 Honda deposit contribution and a £3,750 manufacturer-funded Honda EV grant. The automaker said the incentive is not linked to the UK government’s Electric Car Grant scheme. See also: Honda CEO Confirms EV Sports…

Kia will unveil its smallest and most affordable electric vehicle to date, the EV2, at the Brussels Motor Show next month, the South Korean automaker said, marking a key step in its strategy to widen access to electric mobility in Europe. The EV2, a B-segment electric SUV, will sit below the recently launched EV3 as Kia’s new entry-level electric model. The vehicle will be produced at Kia’s European manufacturing plant in Zilina, Slovakia, a move the company said would help shorten delivery times and strengthen its regional supply chain. See also: Kia Flags Potential Price Rises as It Weighs Business…

Chery Automobile’s UK electric vehicle brands Omoda and Jaecoo have introduced a new in-house tax rebate for customers following sweeping changes to the UK’s EV tax and incentive framework announced in last week’s government budget. On Nov. 26, Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveiled revisions to the UK’s electric vehicle support programme, lifting the total funding for the Electric Car Grant to nearly £2 billion and expanding subsidies for new EV purchases. The budget also included additional support for companies operating charging infrastructure and managing electric fleets. See also: Chery’s November NEV Sales Hit 116,794 Units as Global Deliveries Reach 272,536 At…