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Industry & MarketsGeely Kicks Off EX5 EM-i Production in Brazil, Strengthening Renault Partnership
Geely begins producing the EX5 EM-i at Brazil's Ayrton Senna plant, set to launch before year-end, deepening its partnership with Renault.
EV NewsEV Crash Safety: What to Do in the First Minutes After a Collision
Learn the key steps to take right after an EV collision, from powering down and keeping distance to watching for battery risks and calling for help.
EV NewsRenault 5 Impresses With Near-Official Range on Mountain Road Trip
Renault 5 achieves near-official range on a mountain road trip, proving real-world efficiency in challenging conditions.
Industry & MarketsRenault and Geely Boost Brazil Joint Venture with $368M Investment
Renault and Geely invest an extra US$368 million in their Brazil joint venture, targeting flex-fuel hybrids and a battery-electric model for the region.
Stock & Financial MarketsBerenberg Downgrades Stellantis on Margin Worries
Berenberg cut its rating on Stellantis stock, citing margin concerns. The brokerage's downgrade reflects a cautious view on the automaker's near-term financial performance.
Batteries & ChargingXpeng Powers Up Hong Kong With Megawatt Charging, Eyes Europe Next
Xpeng has launched a megawatt-class charging station in Hong Kong with 400 kWh of storage, and plans to bring the high-power setup to Europe next.
Hybrid & PHEVNissan to Build Small Hybrid SUV in the UK
Nissan will build the new Kicks small hybrid SUV in the UK, expanding its electrified lineup and investing in British manufacturing.
Electric AviationSkyports Secures Nine Japanese AAM Subsidy Projects Spanning Six Prefectures
Skyports Infrastructure has won nine Advanced Air Mobility subsidy projects in Japan for 2026, covering six prefectures and expanding its AAM footprint.
Classic CarsA 1965 Airstream Globe Trotter Land Yacht, Restored as a Rolling Home
A refurbished 1965 Airstream Globe Trotter Land Yacht turns a compact vintage trailer into a rolling home, blending classic design with modern touring.
Batteries & ChargingBYD Expands Electric Commercial Lineup With Flagship Heavy Truck, New Vans
BYD reveals a flagship electric heavy truck with around 600 km of range and Blade battery charging up to 1.5 MW, plus smaller electric trucks and a new van.
Stock & Financial MarketsCATL Stock Hits One-Year Low as Li Auto and Xiaomi Diversify Battery Suppliers
CATL shares fall to a one-year low as Li Auto and Xiaomi expand battery orders to rival suppliers, raising concerns over market share erosion.
EV NewsVolkswagen's Electric ID.3 GTI Becomes the Brand's Most Powerful GTI Yet
Volkswagen unveils the electric ID.3 GTI with 240 kW and 601 km range, calling it the most powerful GTI it has ever built.
Industry & MarketsNissan Picks Sunderland for Kicks Production with £170M Investment
Nissan will build the Kicks at its Sunderland plant with a £170m investment, betting on the UK site to win global model programmes.
Industry & MarketsLand Rover Defender Goes Military: Three Wolf Series II Variants Unveiled
Land Rover reveals three military Defender Wolf Series II variants, the first new military Defender in over 70 years, built on the civilian D7x platform.
EV NewsLi Auto Expands Electric Lineup with Six-Seat Li i9 Flagship SUV
Li Auto launches the Li i9, a six-seat flagship battery-electric SUV priced under CN¥400,000 for the standard model, expanding its EV range.
Stock & Financial MarketsMay Mobility Eyes Nasdaq Listing Through $1.4 Billion SPAC Merger
May Mobility plans to list on Nasdaq through a SPAC merger valuing it at $1.4 billion, despite reporting just $10 million in 2025 revenue.
Industry & MarketsRenault Trucks Introduces E-Tech T 780 Electric Rig with 660 km Range at IAA
Renault Trucks debuts the E-Tech T 780 electric truck with a claimed 660 km range at IAA, balancing diesel upgrades with electric ambitions.
Industry & MarketsMcLaren Invests £500 Million to Grow UK Manufacturing Footprint
McLaren plans a £500 million investment in its UK production base, bringing more engineering and manufacturing in-house as it expands beyond supercars.
EV NewsMazda6e Gets 560 km Range and Quicker Charging for 2027
Mazda updates the Mazda6e for 2027 with 560 km of range, faster charging, and revised chassis and software to boost long-distance EV appeal.
Batteries & ChargingPanasonic Energy Opens Osaka Battery R&D Hub as EV and Data-Centre Demand Accelerates
Panasonic Energy has consolidated its battery development work at a new Osaka research hub, aiming to speed up innovation for EVs and data-centre storage.
Industry & MarketsZF's Maxx Uniper Brake Takes Aim at Particle Pollution Before Euro 7
ZF introduces the Maxx Uniper heavy-duty brake with low-dust design, positioning particle control as central as Euro 7 expands rules beyond exhaust emissions.
Industry & MarketsContinental Expands Ultra-High-Performance Tyre Lineup by 650 Sizes
Continental is adding 650 ultra-high-performance tyre sizes, citing heavier vehicles, EV torque and growing model diversity as the forces reshaping demand.
Industry & MarketsTLD Robotics Merges EasyMile and TractEasy to Scale Autonomous Ground Fleets
ALVEST is folding EasyMile and TractEasy into TLD Robotics, uniting autonomous vehicle hardware, software and deployment as fleets grow larger.