Events

Analysis: Range will no longer be a deciding factor within five years

An analysis by InsideEVs Italia explains why the issue of electric car range should lose importance within five years, thanks to advances in batteries and charging.

Return of the BajaLite class in off-road racing

The BajaLite class returns with an 'arrive-and-drive' program to attract new drivers and prizes to make the discipline more attractive.

Stellantis consolidates its B2B and used vehicle activities in Europe

Stellantis brings together its fleet and used vehicle activities in Europe under a single sales management led by Joël Verany, who reports to Maurizio Zuares.

Weller distribution group hosts 200 young people in Berlin

Berlin-based dealership group Weller organizes its annual apprentice day and highlights that 23% of its workforce is in training.

Lucid Group stock surges by more than 13%

Shares of American electric vehicle manufacturer Lucid Group rose by more than 13%, driven by renewed investor interest in the electric vehicle sector.

McLaren makes Grégoire Saucy a full-time Hypercar driver for 2027

McLaren Racing has promoted Swiss driver Grégoire Saucy to a full-time seat on its MCL-HY Hypercar for the team's WEC debut in 2027.

Ford sees applications for its automotive technician scholarship program surge by 55%

Ford announced a 55% increase in applications for its scholarship program aimed at automotive technicians, amid a national shortage of skilled labor.

Comparison between the facelifted Audi Q4, Peugeot E-3008, and Xpeng G6

L'Auto-Journal compares the facelifted Audi Q4, the large-battery Peugeot E-3008, and the Xpeng G6, highlighting autonomy and charging speed.

Zontes develops three-cylinder roadster

Chinese manufacturer Zontes is working on a three-cylinder streetfighter motorcycle, larger and more aggressive than its current models.

Aluminum catalyst stabilizes sodium-sulfur battery

A Chinese research team has developed an aluminum-based catalyst improving the stability of sodium-sulfur batteries, with reduced degradation over thousands of cycles.

Vauxhall passes 100,000 electric vehicle sales mark in the UK

Vauxhall announces it has surpassed 100,000 electric vehicle sales in the UK, a milestone reached with a Grandland Electric sold by dealer Drive Vauxhall Nuneaton, compared with 10,000 units in 2021.

Ligier JS60 test against the Citroën Ami

Ligier launches the JS60, a license-free quadricycle positioned in the premium segment with a large cargo volume, offered in gasoline or electric versions, tested against the Citroën Ami.

Honda launches a 125cc SUV-style scooter in Spain to counter Chinese brands

Honda is marketing a new 125cc scooter in Spain with an SUV style, close to a miniature X-ADV and at an aggressive price, to respond to the growth of Chinese brands in this segment.

Masters of Beckenham dealer sees revenue collapse after sale of its last site

The British group Masters of Beckenham records an 82% drop in annual revenue after the sale of its last car dealership to the JCB group, marking its exit from distribution.

Ram 2500 2018 model recall in Brazil

Stellantis Brazil launches a recall of 2018 model year Ram 2500 pickups, with appointments for a free repair starting November 3, 2026.

Volvo integrates Romanian e-Transport into its infotainment

Volvo partners with AiDEN Auto to integrate the Romanian RO e-Trans service into its infotainment and Volvo Connect, allowing e-Transport management without an additional device.

Mazda discontinues CX-70 despite strong sales growth

Mazda is ending sales of the CX-70, deemed redundant in its lineup, even though its sales jumped 296 percent over the last two months.

EBlock integrates Montreal auctions into its national platform

EBlock connects its Montreal auction site to its national marketplace via its LiveLanes technology, replacing a third-party distribution system.

Acura launches US sales of reproduction parts for the first-generation NSX

Acura has started its Honda Heritage Parts program in the United States, offering more than 3,000 reproduction parts for the first-generation NSX, sold exclusively through Acura dealerships and the Honda DreamShop platform.

Used Ford Grand Tourneo Connect diesel under 19,000 euros in Germany

A German listing offers a family Ford Grand Tourneo Connect diesel for under 19,000 euros on the used market.

Cloppenburg Group becomes Lucid distribution partner in Germany

The Cloppenburg Group becomes Lucid's central commercial partner in the Düsseldorf region and also provides service in Erlangen.

Jeep launches facelifted Grand Wagoneer and Grand Cherokee in Gulf countries

Jeep is selling updated versions of the Grand Wagoneer and Grand Cherokee in GCC countries, featuring refreshed designs and new technologies.

Wave of insolvencies in German automotive trade

After the bankruptcies of the Wahl and Autohaus König groups, an expert estimates that a third of German car dealerships are threatened with insolvency.

Tata Motors finalizes acquisition of Iveco for 3.4 billion euros

Indian group Tata Motors has validated its 3.4 billion euro public tender offer for Italian truck and bus manufacturer Iveco.

Carvana bets on agentic AI to defend its distribution model

CEO Ernie Garcia believes that Carvana's vertical integration and digital distribution give it an advantage against the rise of agentic AI in the used car market.

Xpeng unveils pre-trained GroundingPI model for perception

Xpeng presents GroundingPI, a pre-trained model of around 4 billion parameters that outperforms OpenAI's GPT-6 Astra on 34 public perception benchmarks.

Debate on future of internal combustion cars amid rise of new energy vehicles

An article examines the contraction of internal combustion vehicle market share amid the growth of new energy vehicles and questions their future.

Tesla recalls Model 3 vehicles in France due to crash protection issue

Tesla is recalling Model 3 vehicles produced between 2024 and 2026 in France due to insufficient occupant protection in side impacts with poles, with a free remote correction available.