2026 Polestar 2 Long range Single motor review: The EV that quietly got better
When the Polestar 2 arrived in Australia in 2022 it was premium Sino-Swedish electric brand’s only act. Since then the 3 and 4 have joined the line-up and the 5 is looming. Yet this ageing fastback remains a key contributor to the Polestar’s small-but-growing sales volume. For 2026, the update list to the Long range […]
Von der Leyen tells carmakers: We stay on course, the future of Europe is electric
Laggards still depend heavily on combustion sales Much of the pushback has come from manufacturers that risk missing their own electrification milestones. Mercedes-Benz CEO and ACEA President Ola Källenius has argued repeatedly for more flexibility, calling on Brussels to leave room for hybrids, range extenders, hydrogen, and synthetic fuels. BMW chief Oliver Zipse has gone […]
Mahindra Acknowledges BE 6 EV Fire Incident In UP, Rules Out Battery Fault
Mahindra Electric Origin SUVs has issued a detailed clarification following a fire incident involving one of its BE 6 electric vehicles near Gulaothi in Uttar Pradesh. The incident, which sparked widespread discussion around electric vehicle safety, is now said to be unrelated to the vehicle’s high-voltage battery or motor systems. According to the company, an […]
Montra Electric Delivers India’s First PM E-DRIVE Certified Electric Truck
In a major boost to India’s electric freight transition, Montra Electric has become the first manufacturer in the country to secure PM E-DRIVE certification for a heavy-duty electric truck. The company also delivered the first PM E-DRIVE–certified electric truck, the Rhino 5538 EV, to UltraTech Cement Limited, marking a significant milestone for clean logistics in […]
Austrian public transport recieves 63 E-Buses From MAN
The battery-electric articulated buses from MAN will primarily operate on heavily frequented routes with high passenger volumes. The battery-electric solo buses will reinforce the fleet of the Austrian public transport provider ÖBB Postbus on standard routes. According to the German bus manufacturer, both bus types offer a range of up to 350 kilometres, thanks to […]
Tennessee plans tax for public fast chargers
While the proposal has yet to be adopted, it could set a precedent. The draft law is modelled on the fuel tax and would require operators of public fast-charging stations to collect this tax on behalf of the state as part of the charging price. The current draft proposes a tax of $0.03 per kilowatt-hour, […]
Ford Explorer and Capri EVs updated with longer range
Ford updated the Explorer and Capri Standard Range EVs with a new LFP battery and electric motor. The changes unlock longer driving ranges, more power, and what’s expected to be a lower price tag. Ford Explorer and Capri get a new battery and EV motor The electric Ford Explorer and Capri, both built on Volkswagen’s […]
Nissan adds PV to its Ariya SUV to test how EVs can harness the sun
Japanese automaker Nissan has unveiled a solar-powered concept of its all-electric Ariya SUV – times to coincide with “Clean Energy Day”, but not likely to reach the commercial market anytime soon Nissan billed its new Ariya concept as “an exploration of how future electric vehicles could harness the world’s most abundant renewable energy source: the […]
BYD’s new flagship electric SUV spotted testing 1,000 kW charging speeds
A new BYD electric SUV has been spotted testing in China, this time without any camouflage wrapping all over the body, revealing key details of the company’s potential flagship model under its Dynesty series of cars. Pictures from Dengwei1979 on Weibo and shared by CNC emerged showcase a two-tone electric SUV being tested at a […]
GM’s EV Cost-Cutting Plan Goes Beyond Batteries, Mary Barra Says
General Motors is looking for ways to reduce electric vehicle prices beyond just using cheaper batteries. The automaker will introduce its next-generation software-defined vehicle in 2028. Simpler electrical architectures and less wiring can help make future GM EVs more competitive. General Motors is working to reduce the cost of its electric vehicles, beyond just using […]