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Hyundai announced the release of the refreshed 2025 IONIQ 5, including a rugged new IONIQ 5 XRT variant. The expanded lineup offers more driving range and features, resulting in improved convenience, performance and safety. The IONIQ 5 will be the first model range manufactured at the new Hyundai Motor Group…

Subaru Corporation and Panasonic Energy, a Panasonic Group Company, plan to prepare for the supply of automotive lithium-ion batteries and joint establishment of a new battery factory in Oizumi, Gunma Prefecture, Japan. Panasonic Energy will supply its next-generation cylindrical automotive lithium-ion batteries for the battery electric vehicles (BEVs) Subaru plans…

Beam Global, a provider of innovative and sustainable infrastructure solutions for the electrification of transportation and energy security, launched the patented BeamSpot sustainable curbside electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure system. The streetlight replacement combines solar, wind and utility-generated electricity into Beam Global’s proprietary integrated batteries to provide resiliency, lighting and…

Hyundai Motor Company and Škoda Group have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to commence collaboration on establishing a hydrogen mobility ecosystem. The MOU covers study on adoption of hydrogen fuel cell systems and technologies, study on adoption of energy efficient solutions for mobility projects and products, and exploring hydrogen…

BMW, Ford and Honda have begun operations of the new joint venture that they announced last year and have appointed the first CEO and CTO. ChargeScape is a software platform that integrates electric vehicles (EVs) into the power grid, shoring up grid stability while saving drivers money on their charging….

Ariya NISMO is preparing to hit the European roads with a unique version of e-4ORCE, delivering 320 kW power and 600 N·m torque. Building on Nissan’s rich NISMO heritage while retaining its Japanese-inspired design, Ariya NISMO elevates the performance of the 87 kWh Ariya. The Ariya NISMO comes with a…

The new Toyota C-HR Plug-in Hybrid 220 uses innovative technology to make smart decisions which improve real-world driving efficiency. For downtown driving, the new Toyota C-HR Plug-in Hybrid 220 uses a combination of hardware and software innovations to achieve an EV range to match European customer needs. When used exclusively…

BYD Automotive GmbH and Hedin Mobility Group have entered into an agreement transferring the distribution activities of BYD vehicles and spare parts in the German market to BYD Automotive GmbH. BYD Automotive GmbH, as the purchaser, and Hedin Mobility Group, as the seller, have entered into an agreement for the…

China-based Geely Auto showcased its new global model, the Geely EX5, at 2024 Automechanika Frankfurt. Designed to cater to diverse international markets, the EX5 is built on the Geely Electric Architecture (GEA) and features a minimalist design to appeal to users worldwide. It is available in both left-hand and right-hand…

General Motors and Hyundai Motor signed an agreement to explore future collaboration across key strategic areas. GM and Hyundai will look for ways to leverage their complementary scale and strengths to reduce costs and bring a wider range of vehicles and technologies to customers faster. Potential collaboration projects center on…

Next year Volvo will launch a new long-range version of its FH Electric that will be able to reach up to 600 km (373 miles) on one charge. This will allow transport companies to operate electric trucks on interregional and long-distance routes and to drive a full working day without…