E-mobility

Electric mobility continues to accelerate in the UK, with New AutoMotive data showing battery electric vehicles now represent more than one in four new registrations.

As the UK government plans more funding for on‑street charging, experts warn of a widening north–south divide in public infrastructure and EV adoption.

The Utrecht Energized initiative unites Renault Group, We Drive Solar, MyWheels and the Municipality of Utrecht to deploy a fleet of fifty Renault 5 E‑Tech cars with bidirectional charging.

Over 90 percent of the exhibition space of the international trade show in June is already reserved, reflecting the rapidly growing market for electric mobility.

Construction has started on the 50 GWh LFP gigafactory in Zaragoza, set up by CATL and Stellantis as part of their 50:50 joint venture.

The era of petrol and diesel dominance is drawing to a close. Mobility is transitioning to electric, with millions of private electric cars, company fleets, and commercial vehicles creating new demands on the energy supply. Filling stations, parking garages, and parking lots now represent opportunities to provide EVs with solar power.

The cable‑laying workboat operating in the Netherlands now runs on batteries powered by hydrogen fuel cells, enabling fully electric operation without the need for charging infrastructure.

China’s largest dual-propulsion car carrier has been equipped with over 500 solar modules, combining LNG and PV to advance clean maritime operations.

Battery storage will soon power InstaVolt’s ultra-rapid chargers at a new UK motorway site, helping to deliver faster and more reliable charging for electric vehicle drivers.

On-demand electric vans with battery swapping can provide continuous door-to-door service while reducing private car use, cutting emissions and supporting renewable integration into the grid, writes guest author Richard Peel.

Businesses across Europe can now access tailored financing for Nidec Conversion’s electric vehicle charging infrastructure and services, thanks to a new partnership with BNP Paribas Leasing Solutions covering twelve countries.

The cargo ship MV Vertom Tula now sails with 44 Solar Flatracks from Wattlab, delivering onboard solar power and cutting onboard energy demand by 20 percent.

Designed for high-power fast charging, the CDC1000E was announced at the Charging Summit. Scalable to 3.5 MW, it is ideal for fleets, industry and large charging hubs.

Companies across Europe are integrating PV and storage to advance e-mobility, as demonstrated at the recent Sungrow Charging Summit 2025.

Solar canopies have been required on parking lots since 2023. New regulations now set out the specific requirements and penalties for non-compliance.

Filling stations, parking garages and parking lots present significant opportunities for supplying EVs with solar power. Find out more in our weekly topic, 27-30 October.

Mobility is shifting to electric, with millions of private EVs, company fleets and commercial vehicles creating new energy demands. Today, filling stations, parking garages and private lots alll present major opportunities for solar-powered charging. Sign up for our next investor newsletter on 22 October 2025.

September marked a milestone for the UK’s electric vehicle market, as New AutoMotive reports that battery electric vehicles (BEVs) made up 23.2 percent of new car registrations.

With 192 solar panels supplying energy to onboard and propulsion systems, the Blue Marlin becomes the world’s first inland shipping vessel capable of hybrid sailing using solar power.

Europe’s battery supply chain is accelerating, with more projects now moving into construction, commissioning or securing long-term investment support. The trend marks a shift from announcements to tangible industrial progress.

Solarwatt delivers a bidirectional wallbox, while Schaltbau introduces new DC contactors for megawatt charging systems. The Auto PV planning tool from 7 Second Solar offers savings across the board, and Alpha ESS unveils the Aster 5000 with liquid cooling and 5 MWh capacity. These are this week’s top products.

Top executives from more than 150 European EV businesses have issued an open letter urging Ursula von der Leyen to uphold the EU’s 2035 zero‑emission target for cars and vans and strengthen Europe’s e‑mobility position.

Manufacturer Schaltbau has introduced new DC contactors for Megawatt Charging Systems under the Eddicy brand, targeting infrastructure operators for electric commercial vehicles and buses.

The new Charger Max supports bidirectional energy flows, allowing solar-powered EV charging and future feed-in to homes, with features including calibration compliance and individual billing.

Fleet operator Nobina AB is working with STABL Energy to give decommissioned batteries from electric buses a second life in stationary energy storage systems.