Driivz to Power Duracell E-Charge Ultra-Fast UK Charging Network
Driivz will supply the EV charging software platform behind Duracell E-Charge, a UK ultra-fast network backed by £200 million ($272.7 million) and targeting 100-plus sites by 2030.
Porsche Closes Cellforce Battery Unit in Strategic Realignment
Porsche will shut down battery cell subsidiary Cellforce Group along with e-bike and software units, cutting more than 500 jobs as CEO Michael Leiters refocuses the automaker on its core sports car and SUV business.
Renault 4 E-Tech Plein Sud Canvas-Roof Variant Opens for UK Orders at £27,445
Renault has opened UK order books for the Renault 4 E-Tech electric Plein Sud, a canvas-roof variant of its retro B-SUV starting at £27,445 OTR after the full £3,750 Electric Car Grant.
OMODA 7 SHS-P Deliveries Begin in UK From £32,000 OTR
OMODA UK has begun customer deliveries of the OMODA 7 SHS-P plug-in hybrid, priced from £32,000 OTR with a WLTP range above 700 miles and 56 miles of EV-only driving.
Stellantis, Leapmotor Plan New Opel BEV C-SUV at Zaragoza in 2028
Stellantis and Leapmotor plan a new Opel battery-electric C-SUV at Zaragoza by 2028 and a future Leapmotor model at Villaverde, expanding their joint venture's European manufacturing footprint.
Bugatti Validates 1,800 HP Tourbillon in Arjeplog Winter Testing
Bugatti has completed four weeks of cold-weather validation on the 1,800 HP Tourbillon at Arjeplog, Sweden, testing brake-by-wire, ABS, ESC, and traction control across ice, snow, and asphalt at minus 30 degrees Celsius.
Porsche Taycan Turbo GT With Manthey Kit Sets 6:55.553 Nordschleife Record
A Taycan Turbo GT with Weissach Package and the new optional Manthey Kit lapped the Nürburgring-Nordschleife in 6:55.553, setting an Electric Executive Cars record certified by a notary.
Opel Astra Sports Tourer Electric Posts 15.7 kWh/100 km in Croatia Test
The Opel Astra Sports Tourer Electric averaged 15.7 kWh per 100 km across 14,000+ km of real-world testing in Croatia and now offers up to 445 km WLTP range from a 58 kWh battery.
Barcelona Court Approves Wallbox €169.6M Debt Restructuring Plan
The Commercial Court of Barcelona approved Wallbox's €169.6 million financial restructuring plan, making it binding on all creditors and clearing the final legal hurdle for the EV charging company's recapitalization.
Hyundai Mobis Unveils 160-kW Universal PE System for Electric Vehicles
Hyundai Mobis has developed a 160-kW universal Power Electric system for mainstream EVs, joining its 250-kW high-performance unit. A 120-kW compact variant is targeted for the first half of 2026.
LEPAS L6 PHEV Wraps China Validation Tour for Global Launch
LEPAS concluded its L6 PHEV validation drive across China on May 7, citing 44.5% thermal efficiency and 65.2% space utilization as it advances toward late-2026 European market launches.
Suzuki Swift Hybrid Tops CarGurus UK Petrol Fuel-Economy Ranking at 64.2mpg
The Suzuki Swift Hybrid has been ranked the UK's most fuel-efficient petrol car by CarGurus UK, returning 64.2mpg WLTP combined and edging the Vauxhall Corsa Hybrid 110 by 1.4mpg. Suzuki's 0% PCP runs through June.
Electric Era Adds WEX Fleet Payments to Retail-Based EV Chargers
Electric Era has added WEX fleet payment processing to its retail-based DC fast chargers, giving commercial EV drivers access via WEX EV RFID cards and the DriverDash app at U.S. sites including Love's, Plaid Pantry, and Giant Eagle.
Lexus TZ Debuts as Brand’s First Three-Row BEV With 300-Mile Range
The Lexus TZ debuts as the brand's first three-row BEV, with a 95.82-kWh battery, 407.8 PS, and a targeted 300-mile EPA range arriving as a 2027 model.
Faraday Future Pauses 400V Super One, Pivots to 800V or AIHER Build
Faraday Future has paused its 400V FX Super One program and will instead launch the MPV as either an 800V battery-electric model or an AIHER hybrid, pending fresh investor financing.