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Shell unveils its ‘Triple 10 Challenge’ concept car, a showcase for the next generation of electric vehicles

The ‘Triple 10 Challenge’ concept car, devised by oil company Shell, represents an interesting vision for the future of electric cars. This technology demonstrator pushes the boundaries of battery technology by combining ultra-fast charging, high energy efficiency and a reduced carbon footprint [...]

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29/06/2026

Shell unveils its ‘Triple 10 Challenge’ concept car, a showcase for the next generation of electric vehicles

European market: 20 per cent of electric vehicles sold since the start of the year and a significant breakthrough for Chinese brands

ACEA, the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association, has published the figures for new car registrations in Europe for the month of May and for the first five months of the year. The trend towards electrification is continuing, with one in five cars sold being electric. Whilst the established brands are holding their own, the rise of […]

The Mégane e-Tech gets a new battery and a more dynamic facelift

Since its launch in 2022, the Mégane e-Tech has enjoyed a promising start, followed by a dip in sales due to very aggressive competition. Renault is therefore giving its saloon a mid-life facelift: a sportier design, improved connectivity and a slightly longer range (500 km WLTP) thanks to a new LFP battery. Can the compact […]

‘Let’s electrify France’: when the Government takes an educational approach to speeding up the energy transition

Focusing on electric vehicles to transform everyday habits is the communication strategy adopted by the government to win over potential future electric vehicle users, through a national campaign launching at the end of June (running until September). The slogan is clear: ‘Electric is fantastic!’. The main tool made available to the general public is a […]

With optimised Folgore models, Maserati is not turning its back on electric vehicles

Although sales of the Italian brand remain very low, the facelift for Maserati’s three models includes the all-electric ‘Folgore’ variants. The Grecale SUV, the GranTurismo and the GranCabrio still deliver the same power outputs but now offer greater range. Could this be enough to revive interest in these cars, whilst we await the arrival of […]

Refurbished electric cars: a solution to rising running costs?

Despite its essential role in everyday life, the car is increasingly seen as a financial burden: it accounts for more than €330 of European households’ monthly budget. According to a recent study carried out in seven EU countries, 80 per cent of those surveyed now regard the car as a luxury item, yet one that […]