Nicole Dominikowski

SunEnergyXT is expanding its PV solutions portfolio not only with the new PowerBox, but also with an 11 kW wallbox and an AC-coupled home battery storage system.

EcoFlow has unveiled the Stream 2 series, the second generation of its decentralized plug-in solar solution, now offering up to 5,000 W of power. The company also introduced the OASIS 3.0 energy management platform alongside several other new products.

BYD Shark pickup: Measuring an imposing 5.50 meters (18 feet) long and offering a 2.5-ton towing capacity, the new plug-in hybrid (PHEV) is taking aim at the diesel-dominated pickup market. The Chinese automotive giant is bringing its first partially electric pickup to Europe to challenge established combustion-powered rivals. Here's a complete overview of the BYD Shark's range, charging times, specifications, and equipment.

Denza, BYD's premium automotive brand, has recently unveiled the new and spectacular Denza Z electric supercar. The Denza Z will be available as a coupe, Spider and Racing version. Following the official pre-sale launch in China, Denza has already reported more than 1,000 pre-orders for its electric performance car within the first 24 hours.

The wait is over, as Volvo Cars is now officially bringing the new all-electric EX60 to customers. Those who purchase the vehicle in its home market of Sweden can already look forward to receiving the first units of this premium electric SUV.

Xpeng plans to begin the international rollout of its new AI-powered Next Generation Pilot (NGP) driver assistance system as early as 2027. The Chinese EV maker has now demonstrated the technology under real-world conditions in Munich's city traffic, showcasing its vision for the future of autonomous driving. Despite the advanced capabilities, it remains a Level 2 driver assistance system, meaning the driver must stay attentive at all times and retain full control of the vehicle.

A sobering forecast for market leader Samsung: Apple's expected entry into the foldable smartphone market is set to put significant pressure on the South Korean company. According to new market projections, Apple's first foldable iPhone could capture a 25% market share in 2026 in its very first year on sale. Samsung is expected to remain the market leader with its upcoming Galaxy Z8 series, but its lead is projected to shrink dramatically.

Mercedes-Benz is launching the new electric GLA from €48,599.60. The electric SUV promises up to 657 kilometres of range and 800-volt charging technology in higher-end versions. However, essential DC charging hardware and faster AC charging are only available as expensive optional extras.

BYD is making serious moves in the robotics race. The Chinese EV giant has confirmed its first humanoid AI robot, Xiao Di, for early August 2026. The android is designed to welcome customers in car dealerships and challenge Tesla Optimus. However, the US is already blocking market access before the official debut.

Xiaomi has already delivered more than 500,000 SU7-series EVs in China. The tech giant needed just 28.5 months to reach this milestone. However, anyone now hoping for an affordable Xiaomi EV costing around €12,500 will be disappointed: Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun has ruled out such an electric car for the foreseeable future.