Events

PPC Blue installs 30 fast-charging points on Romania's A7 motorway

Greek operator PPC Blue, in partnership with Oscar Downstream, is deploying 30 fast-charging points along Romania's A7 motorway, nearly half of them suitable for electric trucks and buses.

Pedro Acosta signs personal sponsorship deal with Monster Energy ahead of Ducati move

Rider Pedro Acosta has finalized a personal sponsorship agreement with Monster Energy on the eve of his switch to Ducati for the 2027 MotoGP season.

Fraunhofer develops a battery recycling assessment tool

Fraunhofer FFB and RWTH Aachen University have developed a model to compare lithium-ion battery recycling processes based on their costs and CO2 emissions.

German car insurance premiums surge by 12.7%

A study shows that automobile insurance costs in Germany have increased by 12.7%, placing the country among the most expensive internationally. The rise is explained by several factors since 2025.

A 2013 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid for sale at $11,995

A listing offers a 2013 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid, a rare V8 hybrid powertrain, for under $12,000. The article questions the appeal of this older model.

Toyota confirms its leadership position in its market

A local article highlights that Toyota retains first place in automobile sales, consolidating its commercial dominance.

Hydrogen vehicle trials to decarbonize British fleets

The SMMT provides an update on hydrogen fuel cell vehicle trials conducted in the United Kingdom to decarbonize fleets, alongside battery-electric solutions.

Oregon closes its EV purchase incentive window

Oregon's EV purchase incentive program is closing applications, with already submitted files still being processed.

idGarages observes motorists prioritizing maintenance spending

idGarages CEO Fabien Borsa notes that inflation is pushing French drivers to prioritize their maintenance spending without giving it up. Repairers must adapt to these new behaviors.

LG's experimental LMR battery retains 92% capacity after 883 cycles

LG presents an experimental LMR chemistry battery that maintains 92% of its capacity after 883 charge and discharge cycles.

General Motors highlights China's role in its product development

A global vice president at General Motors says China is an essential driver of the group's product development and technological innovation.

Lancia inaugurates its Heritage Hub in Turin during Design Days

Lancia has inaugurated its Heritage Hub in Turin on the occasion of the opening ceremony of Lancia Design Days, highlighting the brand's heritage.

More than 40% of European fleet managers consider electric trucks more cost-effective than diesel

A Daimler Truck survey of nearly 200 European decision-makers indicates that more than 40% believe the total cost of ownership for electric trucks is lower than that of diesel trucks, despite low penetration rates.

Cryogenic crystals studied for electric car batteries

A technological approach based on cryogenic crystals is presented as a potential breakthrough for electric vehicle batteries.

Safilo entrusts corporate fleet to KINTO with 350 Toyota and Lexus vehicles

Safilo Group signs a four-year agreement with KINTO covering more than 350 Toyota and Lexus vehicles for its fleet in Italy and the EMEA region.

Renault: investments in France and alliances, status report

The Italian press reviews Renault's growth, between its industrial investments in France and its alliances, to provide a status report on the group's strategy.

Free parking for electric vehicles removed from UK municipal car parks

A UK local council ends free parking reserved for electric vehicle drivers in its car parks.

Netherlands: ACM wants to make fuel price sharing mandatory

The Dutch competition authority (ACM) is calling for gas stations to be required to share their fuel prices in real time.

SMMT calls for reform of UK electric vehicle sales targets

The British Association of Motor Manufacturers (SMMT) is calling for substantial reform of government-imposed targets for electric vehicle sales imposed on manufacturers.

Chinese automotive technologies expected in 2027

An article outlines the technological breakthroughs expected in 2027 within the Chinese automotive sector.

JAC Motors soars on the stock exchange, Chinese automotive sector rebounds

JAC Motors shares hit their daily limit up in two minutes on the Chinese stock exchange, driven by a rebound across the entire automaker sector.

A hacker could trap thousands of motorists

A vulnerability would allow a cybercriminal to deceive thousands of motorists, highlighting automotive cybersecurity risks.

EY: growth in new car sales masks persistent challenges

Consulting firm EY believes the rise in new vehicle registrations should not mask the structural difficulties of the automotive sector.

DKV Mobility adds 1,250 electric vehicle charging points in Italy

DKV Mobility announces the installation of 1,250 new charging points for electric cars, strengthening the available network in Italy.