On October 10, Stellantis announced targeted management changes under the leadership of CEO Carlos Tavares to focus on its key business priorities and confront global challenges facing the industry.
•    Antonio Filosa is appointed North America Chief Operating Officer in addition to his role as Jeep brand CEO succee

On October 10, Ford introduced the new all-electric five-seat SUV, Ford Explorer tailored for European markets. The vehicle, designed in Europe, is assembled at the new Electric Vehicle Centre in Cologne, Germany. The vehicle goes on sale from October 2024, except the Standard RWD version which will be available to o

On October 8, VW announced the launch of the Elli Charger 2, Volkswagen Group Charging GmbH’s first smart charger in Europe.
The Elli Charger 2 integrates with home solar systems, using surplus solar energy to charge EVs and dynamically adjusting charging times to align with lower electricity market prices.
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On October 7, Stellantis announced the opening of orders for the long-range versions of the Peugeot E-3008 and E-5008 models.
The E-3008 offers a 700 km range, while the E-5008 reaches 668 km (WLTP combined cycle). Both models are powered by a 96.9-kWh battery, offering 230 hp.
These models are built on Stellantis' S

On October 4, Geely Holding announced great disappointment in the European Commission’s decision to impose countervailing duties on electric vehicles produced in China.
It stated that the decision is not constructive and may hinder EU-China economic and trade relations, ultimately harming European companies and consu

On October 4, the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) announced a new United Nations Regulation on Driver Control Assistance Systems (DCAS), adopted by the UNECE World Forum for the Harmonization of Vehicle Regulations (WP.29) at its session in March 2024, has entered into force.
Regulation No. 171

On October 4, the European Commission announced that its proposal to impose definitive countervailing duties on imports of battery electric vehicles (BEVs) from China has obtained the necessary support from EU Member States for the adoption of tariffs. This represents another step towards the conclusion of the Commis

On October 3, Bentley announced that it will unveil the new Flying Spur Mulliner for the first time in Europe at the 15th Zoute Grand Prix in Belgium.
This luxury Grand Tourer, part of a trio that includes the Continental GT and GTC Convertible, features exclusive design elements, advanced craftsmanship, and cutting-

On October 2, Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (Mitsubishi Motors) has updated the plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) model of the Outlander D-segment crossover SUV and premiered it in Europe. The new model will be available in showrooms in Japan this fall and in 20 European countries in spring 2025.
Update for the

On October 2, VW announced the results of a test drive of the all-electric Volkswagen ID.7 Pro S made by the Switzerland team.
According to the results, the vehicle could cover 794 km on a single battery charge, significantly more than the official WLTP range of 709km, taking 15 hours and 42 minutes in total.
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On October 2, Stellantis announced the launch of the Peugeot E-408, completing its electric vehicle (EV) lineup.
The vehicle features a synchronous electric motor with permanent magnets, delivering 210 hp and 345 Nm of torque, offering a range of up to 453 km WLTP thanks to its 58.2 kWh NMC battery. Its consumption i

On October 1, Kempower announced a partnership with Croatia’s leading power engineering, rail solutions and digital platforms specialist, KONČAR, to accelerate the rollout of EV charging across Central and South Eastern Europe. 
The partnership seeks to drive charging infrastructure forward in Croatia, Slovenia, Mont

On September 30, Stellantis opened orders for Leapmotor C10 and T03 models in Europe.
The Leapmotor T03 is a 5-door A-segment compact EV that offers 265 km of range thanks to its 37.3 kWh battery that powers the 70-kW motor. Its price will start at EUR 18,900.
The Leapmotor C10 model is a D-segment SUV that offers 42

On September 30, Stellantis cut its 2024 profit forecast and warned it will burn through more cash than expected as it works to reduce output and offer deep discounts to revive its U.S. business, wiping billions off its market value.
Stellantis says it is facing weakening global demand and stiff competition from Chin

On September 26, Green NCAP released ratings of a few EVs and ICE powered vehicles, featuring the electric BYD SEAL U, Kia EV6, and Toyota bZ4X and gasoline-powered Kia Ceed, diesel Peugeot 308, and gasoline Volkswagen Taigo.
Toyota bZ4X electric SUV leads with 5 green stars and a 97% average score. It excels in effi

On September 26, the Minister of Enterprise and Made in Italy participated in the Competitiveness Council of the European Union in Brussels and presented the guidelines of the Italian proposal for a new European industrial policy.
He supported the introduction of a “European Automotive Act”, highlighting the need for

On September 26, Kia announced that Kia Charge now offers access to 800,000 AC and DC charging points across 28 European countries.
Kia Charge offers a single charging service for home, work, and on the road, including route planning and payment. The company offers access to over 4,200 ultra-fast charging stations i

Stellantis Chairman John Elkann has started a search for a successor to Chief Executive Officer Carlos Tavares, whose contract runs out in early 2026, according to reports, describing the purpose as part of regular succession planning. 
Pressure on Tavares has been rising due to Stellantis’ poor performance in market

On September 23, Traton Group announced that it focuses on reducing carbon emissions and improving sustainability in its logistics processes crucial to commercial vehicle production, with materials, components, and vehicles moving constantly.
With the partnership with Hödlmayr International, Austria for shifting frei

On September 25, NIO announced that it is preparing to launch its first bi-directional Power Swap Station in Europe, enabling batteries to not only receive electricity but also send it back to the grid. This increases the range of network services NIO can offer. NIO Power Swap stations also act as decentralized energ