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VW introduces ‘performance upgrade’ via subscription

The car industry is constantly testing subscription models to generate additional revenue, often accompanied by harsh criticism. Volkswagen is no exception, as the Wolfsburg-based company is now offering a 20 kW power upgrade for the ID.3 Pro for a one-off payment, or for €18.90 per month.

GWM opens plant in Brazil – but also builds diesel models

Orbis Electric presents axial flux motor ‘HaloDrive’

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New York State gains new hybrid-electric ferry

India: Omega Seiki Mobility to set up EV factory in the UAE

Commercial Vehicles

CATL selects BasiGo as official service partner in Africa

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New EV charging infrastructure for Spanish city of Murcia

Farizon unveils new taxi and combi variant of its all-electric SV large van

Commercial Vehicles

South Africa gets its first all-electric Superlink truck

Dongfeng drops out from ICE joint venture with Honda

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Commercial Vehicles

Electric bus chargers approved for San Mateo

BYD and MG sidestep EU tariffs with plug-in hybrids

EV registrations in the USA continue to grow slowly

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Allianz UK pushes for full fleet electrification

Hyundai patents breakthrough for copper use in solid-state batteries

UK extends plug-in van and truck grants until 2027

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Autonomous Driving

Robotaxis for Southeast Asia: Grab invests in WeRide

Commercial Vehicles

Germany: Leipzig orders 40 electric articulated buses from Solaris

Prague approves major charging infrastructure expansion

Bypassing the payment terminal with 49.9 kW: TMH sells HYC49 from Alpitronic