On April 29, Volvo Trucks announced it has now delivered more than 5,000 battery-electric trucks to customers in 50 countries around the world since 2019. With eight electric truck models in production today, Volvo’s leadership in electric trucks is stronger than ever.
The company’s top 5 markets for electric trucks

On April 28, the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) welcomed the European Commission’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), which will help to meet climate goals and complements the Emissions Trading System (ETS). However, it could raise supply chain costs and hurt competitiveness.
ACEA warns

On April 29, JLR announced an initiative worth over GBP 100 million to reduce waste across its industrial operations in the UK and Europe, focusing on reuse, refurbishment, repurposing, and recycling.
As part of its electrification transformation, the company is updating its facilities to prepare for the next generat

On April 24, the European Commission announced that it is planning to update EU rules on road safety and vehicle registration, covering vehicle inspections, registration, and roadside checks for commercial vehicles.
The current rules are outdated and don't match the pace of new vehicle technologies, pollution concern

On April 24, the European Automobile Manufacturers Association (ACEA) announced new passenger car registrations for March 2025. Passenger car sales in the European Union (EU), European Free Trade Association (EFTA), and the United Kingdom (UK) increased 2.8% year-on-year to 1,422,628 units in March, while year-to-dat

On April 22, multiple sources announced that Changan Mazda has shipped the first batch of its flagship all-electric sedan, the MAZDA 6e, from the Port of Waigaoqiao in Shanghai, China.
The first batch, consisting of 600 MAZDA 6e vehicles, were shipped and are expected to reach the Belgian port in May 2025. The vehicl

On April 21, Chery announced that it conducted a frontal crash test with a rigid obstacle and full overlap width on its flagship TIGGO 9 crossover, achieving 5-star safety in line with Euro NCAP’s strict standards. The tests were performed in the brand's certified high-tech laboratory.
The vehicle underwent a Euro NC

On April 18, Flynt, a Dutch-based electric vehicle startup, unveiled its first fully electric light commercial vehicle, a purpose-built solution designed for the needs of modern European fleets.
The vehicle is designed with a native EV architecture, offering front-, rear-, and all-wheel drive options. It delivers a

On April 17, Kia announced that it is launching its AI-powered voice assistant, called AI Assistant, across Europe, following its introduction in the Korean and US markets last year. The AI Assistant enables users to talk to their Kia in a natural, conversational way and helps them easily access and understand their

Tata Elxsi announced a multi-year agreement worth EUR 50 million with a European-headquartered automotive OEM. Under the partnership, Tata Elxsi will set up a dedicated global engineering center to support the development of the customer’s software platform and engineering programs.
The center will focus on building

On April 14, Farasis Energy received the Conformity Assessment Report for EV batteries under the EU Battery Regulation (EU 2023/1542) issued by TÜV SÜD. This certification confirms that Farasis Energy’s products meet stringent European standards for safety, performance, durability, and regulatory compliance.
The EU B

On April 16, Lyft, Inc. announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire FREENOW, a leading European multi-mobility app with a taxi offering at its core, from BMW Group and Mercedes-Benz Mobility for approximately EUR 175 million in cash. The transaction is expected to close in the second half of

On April 15, the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) and Eurelectric jointly urged policymakers to prioritize grid readiness for heavy-duty vehicle (HDV) charging infrastructure.
In a new joint paper, ACEA and Eurelectric underline the critical role of Distribution System Operators (DSOs) and call f

On April 11, Stellantis announced its global consolidated shipment estimates for Q1 2025, revealing a 9% decline to 1.2 million units. The decline was mainly due to reduced production in North America and Europe, caused by extended holiday breaks and product transitions.
In North America, shipments decreased by 20% t

On April 11, Mercedes-Benz announced a major over-the-air (OTA) software update, MBUX 2.6, bringing new features to over two million vehicles globally.
Key upgrades include Google Satellite View and Live Alternative Routes, enhancing navigation with high-resolution imagery and real-time EV route planning that incorpo

On April 11, Stellantis Pro One reaffirmed its partnership with Qinomic during the announcement of a new electric retrofit solution for light commercial vehicles (LCVs).
Developed over two and a half years with Stellantis’ Circular Economy Business Unit, SUSTAINera, the project allows owners of combustion-powered LCV

On April 10, Samvardhana Motherson International Limited (SAMIL), a flagship company of Motherson Group, announced that its subsidiary SMRP BV has launched a series of transformative measures across Central and Western Europe to enhance operational efficiency and address evolving supply chain dynamics.
The initiative

On April 11, Bosch and Arrow Electronics signed a distribution contract. Arrow now distributes a wide range of Bosch automotive semiconductors on the European market. The two companies already cooperated in North America before.
Arrow Electronics will now also represent Bosch's entire automotive semiconductor portfol

On April 9, the European Commission announced that the EU Member States had voted in favor of the European Commission's proposal to introduce trade countermeasures against the United States. The Commission's proposal was made in response to the March decision by the U.S. to impose tariffs on imports of steel and alum

On April 10, the European Commission approved, under the EU Merger Regulation, the acquisition of sole control of Dunlop Tire Business of the US, by Sumitomo Rubber Industries of Japan. The transaction relates primarily to the manufacture of rubber tires. The Commission concluded that the notified transaction would n