BMW i3 vs Mercedes EQ C-Class: who wins the battle? BMW and Mercedes are bringing their next-generation electric sedans to market. The i3 and EQ C-Class compete on range, charging, software and interior experience — but which one comes out on top? Stefan Grundhoff
“Change management is just as important as technology” Corporate mobility is shifting from company cars to integrated mobility ecosystems combining electrification, data and employee choice. SAP’s Steffen Krautwasser explains how fleet strategy, AI and flexible mobility drive sustainable transformation. Benjamin Müller
ChargeTec 2026: From Charge Points to Critical Systems At the ChargeTec Conference 2026 in Munich, the message was clear: EV charging no longer succeeds by adding more charge points alone, but by making infrastructure reliable, grid-aware, data-driven and commercially scalable. Andrea Hoffmann-Topp
ChargeTec 2026 puts billing at the centre of EV charging At the ChargeTec Conference 2026 in Munich, the future of EV charging was shown to depend not only on power, sites and grid access, but on automated systems for contracts, pricing, invoicing, taxes, compliance and revenue sharing. Andrea Hoffmann-Topp
What MG’s new semi-solid-state battery can deliver MG is bringing semi-solid-state battery technology closer to series production. The Solid-Core battery promises improved performance, charging and stability — marking a tangible step towards next-generation battery systems. Wolfgang Gomoll
The infrastructure behind electric mobility At ChargeTec 2026 in Munich, grid operators, carmakers and start-ups will discuss how grid integration, storage technologies and new business models could reshape EV charging infrastructure. Andrea Hoffmann-Topp
What to expect at the ChargeTec Conference 2026 On 28 and 29 April 2026, the ChargeTec Conference returns to Munich. Across a broad range of technical, regulatory and operational topics, the event examines how charging technology and infrastructure must evolve to support the next phase of electric mobility. Benjamin Müller
Alpitronic’s HYC400 gains UL certification Alpitronic has secured UL certification for its 400 kW HYC400 fast charger. The approval confirms compliance with stringent safety standards and clears the way for deployment in North America and other important markets. Sabine Synkule
When charging stations become part of the firewall EV charging points could evolve from simple energy suppliers into active security nodes. Integrated into vehicle security architectures, they may help detect and stop cyberattacks long before threats reach the car or backend systems. Chris Löwer
What China's GB 38031-2025 Means for EV Batteries With GB 38031-2025, China aims to usher in a new era of battery safety: "no fire, no explosion" is the motto. What initially sounds like a technical detail could fundamentally change the global EV market. Dr. Martin Large
Elecq Enters German Market The Chinese charging technology company Elecq is entering the German market this May. Founded in 2023, the company provides both AC wall-mounted chargers and DC fast-charging stations. Benjamin Müller
