All-new Nissan MICRA now fully-electric, on sale late 2025

All-new Toyota RAV4 makes worldwide debut

Toyota unveiled its new RAV4 to the world on May 21, with plans to launch the model in Japan before the end of FY2025.

2026 Lexus RZ Gets More Power and Performance

The 2026 Lexus RZ features a redesigned battery electric system, delivering increased motor output, an extended driving range, and reduced charging times under ideal conditions.

BMW and Solid Power testing solid-state battery cells in a BMW i7

The BMW Group is bringing large-format, pure ASSB cells from Solid Power to its test vehicle, a BMW i7, which is being operated in the Munich area.

Volvo FH Aero Electric comes with 600 km range and superfast charging

Volvo Trucks will formally launch and start taking orders for its new electric truck for long distances, the Volvo FH Aero Electric with e-axle, in the second quarter of 2026.

Hyundai Breaks Ground on New EV Plant in Saudi Arabia

Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Middle East (HMMME), a joint venture between Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) and Hyundai Motor Company, last week hosted its groundbreaking ceremony on a new EV plant.

BYD to build European R&D base and new HQ in Hungary

BYD, the world’s leading new-energy vehicles manufacturer, revealed a commitment to base its European business headquarters in Budapest, Hungary, supported by a new European research and development centre.

IONITY secures €600m to expand EV infrastructure in Europe

The leading provider of ultra-fast EV charging in Europe, IONITY, has secured a financing of up to €600 million, including €450 million in committed green loan facilities and a so-called accordion facility.

Volvo starts electric bus production in Brazil

Volvo BZRT model, in articulated and bi-articulated versions, is manufactured at Volvo’s Brazilian plant in Curitiba, which is now capable of exporting the chassis to BRT systems worldwide.