Thomas Schmidt

Chinese autonomous driving technology startup WeRide has introduced its latest production robotaxi, the GXR, which the company claims to be the world's most spacious robotaxi to date. Measuring 5,018 mm in length, with a cabin clearance of 1,340 mm and a wheelbase of 3,100 mm, the GXR departs from the typical sedan and SUV designs prevalent in the industry, adopting a multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) format.

Zeekr, the premium electric vehicle (EV) subsidiary of Geely Holding Group, officially entered the Australian automotive market on October 15, unveiling the Zeekr X city SUV. This expansion marks a significant milestone for the company, as it broadens its presence in the Oceania region.

Daimler Buses has announced a collaboration with H2 Mobility Deutschland to enhance hydrogen refuelling station availability for transport companies. The initiative aims to provide not only access to public refuelling infrastructures but also the option to install hydrogen filling stations near transport companies or within their own depots, all without imposing investment or operating costs on public transport operators.

THK, a Japanese technology company, introduced its LSR-05 electric vehicle prototype at the Paris Auto Salon, marking its first presentation at an international auto show.

A consortium led by the Fraunhofer Institute for Reliability and Microintegration IZM, in collaboration with the Technical University of Berlin and industry partners, is working to improve the efficiency of AC charging for electric vehicles.

Svolt Energy, the battery manufacturer spun off from Great Wall Motor (HKG: 2333), has halted its construction of two battery factories in Germany, with no set timeline for resuming operations, according to a report by local media outlet Caixin citing multiple sources familiar with the situation.

Maryland-based nonprofit Climate United announced plans on Tuesday to invest up to $250 million to purchase as many as 500 electric semi trucks over the next three years.

In a strategic pivot to enhance its smart driving capabilities, BYD has initiated a significant team restructuring, mirroring similar moves by fellow electric vehicle manufacturers Nio, Xpeng, and Li Auto. According to a report from

Due to an upcoming event that may keep me from getting to the polls on Election Day in November, I chose to vote early.

South Korean battery material manufacturer L&F is set to commence mass production of NCM (nickel-cobalt-manganese) cathode material with a nickel content of 95 percent in December, marking the highest nickel concentration achieved to date for this type of battery.