E-mobility

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Longi has delivered over 500 solar modules for China’s largest dual-propulsion car carrier, combining LNG and PV for clean maritime operations.

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.

The partnership aims to equip Schaeffler’s European locations with 2,300 EV charging points by 2030.

Soltech subsidiary E-Mobility has constructed a new 400 kW fast charging hub for Qstar in Sundsvall, marking a step forward in Sweden’s heavy transport electrification.

Distributor Segen Ltd has kicked off a three-year partnership with POSTX to offer zero-emission deliveries to residential solar installers in the UK, using electric vehicles with trailer pods instead of conventional vans or trucks.

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

The UK’s electric car market demonstrated continued resilience in July 2025, with Battery Electric Vehicles accounting for 21.3 percent of all new car registrations, according to New AutoMotive.

Manufacturer SMA presents the E-Charger for solar-optimised charging of electric vehicles. It combines solar and grid power and charges electric vehicles up to 50 per cent faster than standard wallboxes.

Lapp expands its e-mobility charging portfolio, Schaltbau presents new DC contactors for megawatt charging systems. E-Systems Wallbox is implementing new grid requirements digitally, and Mennekes has introduced the Amtron wallbox for private charging. These are our top products of the week..

Mennekes has introduced a new 22 kW version of its Amtron 4You 500 wallbox, adding solar integration and company car billing to its charging solution for private users.

eSystems MTG’s GhostOne wallbox supports dynamic load control and is designed to meet the evolving requirements of §14a under the German Energy Industry Act.

Lapp Mobility is expanding its range of charging solutions for electric vehicles. New AC products include a self-recoiling cable and a compact adapter, now available Europe-wide via its B2B shop.

Tesvolt Ocean, the maritime division of Tesvolt, has joined forces with Norway’s Ocean Batteries to develop a cutting-edge battery system designed to increase clean electric drive adoption across maritime and inland shipping sectors.

Austrian company Dinitech is introducing a mobile charging unit for private users and company fleets. NRGkick enables fast EV charging at any standard socket without costly installation.

The Munich-based charge point software provider has launched an AI-powered feature that automatically detects and resolves EV charger faults without manual intervention.

Soltech business E-Mobility has signed a deal with Elisby Fastigheter to design and install 100 charging points for commercial properties and apartment buildings in the municipality of Nacka. New EU requirements provide momentum.