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Alfa Romeo has debuted the Cuorerosso concept in Paris, presenting a 2+2 coupé with a driver-focused interior. The reveal signals the brand’s stated vision for electric and hybrid performance.
Citroën has unveiled a concept electric version of its classic 2CV and says it aims to bring the vehicle to market in 2028 for €15,000.
CleanTechnica published a post titled “Pssst! Wanna See A Driverless Electric Truck?” The source summary says autonomous electric trucks are already operating along roads in Ohio and elsewhere in the US.
Members of the Alliance for Electric School Buses said they support a bipartisan House bill to reauthorize the federal Clean School Bus Program. The proposal matters because it would continue a program aimed at cutting pollution and costs for school transportation.
Volkswagen has introduced the new ID. Tiguan, an electric model that is scheduled to succeed the ID.4 and ID.5 in early 2027. The change matters because it marks a new naming and product step for one of Volkswagen's electric crossover lines.
Geely Auto has confirmed plans to enter the Canadian market, with its first vehicles expected in 2027. The move signals a new North American market expansion, though no further details are provided in the source.
EV Realty announced a new Inland Empire site for its next electric semi truck charging hub, according to Electrek.
BMW’s 2026 survey says 42% of Americans want electric vehicles with more than 300 miles of range. The finding highlights how range expectations remain high even as price, charging time and battery cost concerns persist.
Ultraviolette Automotive’s Chief Product Officer Vinayak Bhat outlined why the company began with high-performance electric two-wheelers instead of mass-market models. He also discussed the company’s 100-volt architecture, upcoming models and lessons from its expansion into Europe.
The EU-funded EV4EU project has concluded after four years of work on bidirectional charging. Its output includes a bidirectional CCS charging prototype, open-source software for charging point operators, and four demonstrations of how electric cars can support power-system flexibility.
Bucharest will receive €87.44 million from the Modernisation Fund to renew part of its public transport fleet. The funding is intended for 40 electric buses and 45 trolleybuses, which would support fleet electrification in the city.
BYD says its Q3 battery-electric semi truck was the 150,000th new energy commercial vehicle to roll off the line at its truck plant in Huai’an, Jiangsu province. The milestone indicates continued commercial EV output at the site.
Automotive World reports that the Renault Kangoo E-Tech gains a 52kW/h battery and 354km range.
Renault said it will unveil the E-Space Concept at the Paris Motor Show. The source says the company is betting that LFP chemistry could make its EVs more affordable and that it is moving its entire electric passenger range onto that technology.
Airbus is integrating the elements of a hybrid-electric non-propulsive energy architecture as part of the LEIA project. The architecture is described as ready for ground testing.
Renault presented the E-Space Concept, an updated Megane E-Tech, the Renault 5 Turbo 3E and new EV technology at the 2026 Paris Motor Show. The reveal shows the company’s current electric-vehicle direction and product plans.
BYD and Chery posted record UK sales in September, according to the source. The result highlights the rapid expansion of Chinese EV, hybrid and plug-in hybrid brands in the UK new-car market.
Stadler and Metra presented a battery-electric FLIRT train developed for the North American market at APTA EXPO 2026. The project is intended to support zero-emission electric operation for Metra without requiring complete electrification of the network.
GEODIS has placed a firm order for 110 battery-electric heavy-duty trucks for its French operations. The move adds zero-emission freight capacity and will rely on a charging network intended to support both urban and long-distance transport.
Mercedes-Benz said its battery-electric vehicle sales reached a new quarterly high in Q3 2026, with BEV sales up 61%. The company said the electric GLC, CLA, GLB and GLA were among the models driving demand.
Volkswagen has introduced the ID. Tiguan as its electric SUV nameplate, with the model intended to replace the ID.4 and ID.5. The move matters because the company is using the established Tiguan name to draw buyers into electric cars.
Electric Cars Report says the Volkswagen ID. Tiguan debuts with up to 600 km of range. The source also lists 299 PS, 4MOTION AWD, and a starting price of €42,695.
Volkswagen has unveiled the ID. Tiguan, an all-electric version of its best-selling model. The vehicle is expected to go on sale in early 2027 and would replace the ID.4 and ID.5, with up to 372 miles of range cited in the source.
Kia’s 7-seat PV5 electric van has become eligible for the UK Government’s Electric Car Grant. The change lowers its starting price to £35,495, which may make the model more accessible in the UK market.
BMW’s all-electric iX5 has been spotted in testing ahead of its upcoming US launch, showing the new Double-X lighting signature. The sighting gives a real-world look at the design change, but does not include launch timing or technical details.
Citroën has introduced new OUTDOOR trims across the C3 and C3 Aircross line-up, including the electric e-C3 and e-C3 Aircross. The update adds rugged styling and more equipment, with the e-C3 reported to offer up to 246 miles of electric range.
California will cover up to 100% of eligible costs for installing new public DC fast chargers, with support reportedly reaching up to $100,000 for a single charging port. The move is meant to lower the cost of building public charging infrastructure.
FlyOnE Limited signed a letter of intent with MD Aircraft GmbH for ten MDA1 electric aircraft. Any fleet-growth or expansion reading is inference, not stated as fact in the evidence.
BETA Technologies completed five days of electric aircraft operations in Utah to assess whether the aircraft could transport time-sensitive medical cargo. The trial is relevant to potential urgent logistics use, but the source does not say a commercial service has started.
Ebusco said shareholder Gotion will provide €5.86 million in production support to help complete the remaining Rouen bus order. The company also warned that it still needs additional short-term funding to continue operations.
Mobility Move 2027 in Berlin is set for 16-18 March and will give more space to autonomous driving while keeping electric mobility as a main pillar. The programme is also expected to add new topics and formats that could support the introduction of new transport technologies.
Audi has opened UK order books for the A2 e-tron, with prices starting at £32,200 on the road. Deliveries to UK customers are expected from early 2027.
Tesla has opened its first Semi Megacharger sites in the Southeast, with stations near Atlanta and Savannah. The rollout gives the Tesla Semi its first public charging corridor outside California.
Jeep says it plans a six-model European range by 2030. The plan keeps several powertrain options open, reflecting uncertainty over how quickly Europe will move to electric vehicles.
BMW Group’s EV survey suggests range anxiety reflects buyer expectations more than daily need.
Renault and EDF are targeting a 2027 vehicle-to-grid offer. The planned bidirectional charging setup would let parked electric cars act as grid assets and create a potential revenue stream beyond vehicle sales.
Scania has introduced a new Touring coach with its Super powertrain. The move is presented as part of its focus on Euro 7 readiness and lower fuel use for coach operators that are not yet ready to switch fully to electric.
Solaris has presented the Urbino 40 electric, an electric bus developed specifically for the North American market. The launch signals a new model for the region, with an articulated Urbino 60 electric variant said to follow soon.
Certain VW ID.4 vehicles are being recalled because a battery issue can cause a fire while charging above 80%, according to the notice. Owners were told not to charge past 80% until the problem is addressed.
BYD offered an early look at the interior of the third-generation Tang, described as its flagship “tech-savvy” five-seat electric SUV.
The Highland Council says procurement has reached another milestone for a new electric vessel to replace the existing Corran Ferry. The project is backed by funding from the Inverness and Highland City-Region Deal, including Scottish Government support.
KGM’s Torres EVX and Musso EV now qualify for UK government grants in the UK. The support reduces their prices and may affect their market competitiveness.
InsideEVs reported that Dodge Charger Daytona EV sales dropped nearly 90% compared with last year, to less than 800 deliveries this year.
JLR has revealed the all-electric Jaguar Type 01 in New York and said UK production is planned for 2027. The model is presented as part of Jaguar’s push to attract new buyers while other JLR brands retain combustion options.
PACC Offshore Services Holdings (POSH) has acquired an electric work-class remotely operated vehicle, Argus. The move is intended to support mobilization for the Persian Gulf.
According to Railway-News, SŽ–VIT in Slovenia overhauled the first Siemens-built Vectron locomotive in-house and returned the unit to Beacon Rail. The Ljubljana Maintenance Section carried out the full overhaul of locomotive 191-023.
Richard AG says it has spent decades developing robust vacuum main switches for railway catenary systems. The company says the components are designed to meet high requirements for safety, availability and service life.
FedEx has ordered 2,000 electric trucks from Harbinger for use in Canada and the U.S. The order signals continued fleet electrification and is said to support long-term fuel and emissions reductions.
Irizar Group presented a new 15-meter version of its electric Class II Irizar i3 Normal Floor at the FIAA International Bus and Coach Trade Fair in Madrid. The model is described as aiming to maximize passenger capacity and has a claimed range of 500 km.
Jefferson County Public Schools has put six electric school buses and six bidirectional chargers into service in Colorado. The rollout adds battery-electric school transport and vehicle-to-grid-capable charging infrastructure, supported by $3.4 million from Xcel Energy.