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@VW Group: Volkswagen delivers 4.73 million vehicles worldwide and further consolidates its market leadership in Europe011223

The Volkswagen brand delivered around 4.73 million vehicles to customers worldwide last year. Deliveries therefore virtually matched the prior-year level amid challenging market conditions (–1.4 percent). While a positive trend could be observed particularly in Europe (+5.1 percent) and South America (+18.5 percent), the market environment in China (–8.4 percent) remains challenging. US tariffs also… Continue reading @VW Group: Volkswagen delivers 4.73 million vehicles worldwide and further consolidates its market leadership in Europe011223

Canadian EV charging provider Hypercharge launches energy management initiative

Canadian EV charging solutions provider and network operator Hypercharge Networks has launched Hypercorp Energy Solutions, a new energy services initiative that operates alongside Hypercharge Networks and expands its focus beyond EV charging into battery energy storage. The company is developing Hypercorp as an advanced energy platform designed to help commercial, fleet and multi-family property owners… Continue reading Canadian EV charging provider Hypercharge launches energy management initiative

Arnold Clark Charge deploys fifty 150 kW EV charging hubs in Scotland.

EV charging network Arnold Clark Charge has deployed more than 50 ultra-rapid charging hubs in Scotland. The network was launched in 2024 as part of a £30-million investment by UK-based family-run car retailer Arnold Clark. The hubs, located at Arnold Clark branches across the country, are all open to the public. Each hub has up… Continue reading Arnold Clark Charge deploys fifty 150 kW EV charging hubs in Scotland.

@Toyota: [Toyota Times] Hakone Ekiden: Fuel Cell Century and e-Palette Supporting Runners with Clean Air

The final episode of Toyota Times News in 2025 focused on the 2026 Hakone Ekiden, a university relay race that takes runners on a round trip between Tokyo and Hakone. Toyota has provided vehicles to support the Hakone Ekiden. For the 102nd race in 2026, 40 vehicles—battery electric (BEV), fuel cell electric (FCEV), and hybrid… Continue reading @Toyota: [Toyota Times] Hakone Ekiden: Fuel Cell Century and e-Palette Supporting Runners with Clean Air

@Toyota: [Toyota Times] Hakone Ekiden: Fuel Cell Century and e-Palette Supporting Runners with Clean Air

Stream Realty Partners Announces Sale of Three-Building Empire West Portfolio in Houston’s West Submarket

Over 1 Million Square Feet of Class A Industrial Space Sold to NorthPoint Development HOUSTON, Jan. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Stream Realty Partners, a national commercial real estate firm offering an integrated platform of services, announces the sale of Empire West Buildings 1, 3, and 8, totaling 1,038,619 square feet, as well as a 16.6-acre outdoor… Continue reading Stream Realty Partners Announces Sale of Three-Building Empire West Portfolio in Houston’s West Submarket

How giant pillows transformed autonomous car testing

It has been said for years that when autonomous cars arrive, the technology driving them won’t be all-new but more an evolution of the advanced driver assistance systems we have today. ADAS really got going as standard kit in the UK a decade ago, when manufacturers had to fit autonomous emergency braking to have a… Continue reading How giant pillows transformed autonomous car testing

Geely confirms rugged Land Rover Defender rival for UK

Geely is going after the Land Rover Defender and Mercedes-Benz G-Class with the Galaxy Cruiser – and it will be coming to the UK, the Chinese firm has told Autocar. The SUV – which first appeared at the Shanghai motor show last year – is currently in concept form but is very close to production, said… Continue reading Geely confirms rugged Land Rover Defender rival for UK

China to Cut VAT Rebates on Lithium Batteries: Who Wins & Who Loses?

Beijing has announced plans to roll back export VAT rebates on lithium-ion batteries and key battery materials. The VAT export rebates will drop to 6% from 9% in April 2026 and eventually be eliminated entirely by Jan. 1, 2027. The announcement has already lifted lithium prices as markets anticipate what comes next. Lithium carbonate prices… Continue reading China to Cut VAT Rebates on Lithium Batteries: Who Wins & Who Loses?

CATL opens new energy aftermarket hub in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

According to CATL, the Riyadh facility has been developed to respond to regional conditions. Credit: CATL / PR Newswire CATL has opened its first new energy aftermarket facility in the Middle East, establishing the Ning Service Experience Centre in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The site is the Chinese battery manufacturer’s largest energy aftermarket facility outside China.… Continue reading CATL opens new energy aftermarket hub in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia