April 16, 2026
Hello dear Good News community,
When I was with my family over the Easter holidays, there was one topic on everyone's mind: gas prices. That gave me the idea to research the current state of electric mobility—in Germany, across Europe, and in the countries considered pioneers in the field. And I must say, I was quite amazed by what I found—but see for yourself!
Enjoy reading, Selina
WEEKEND EDITION
(Opens in a new window)Study: More EVs, cleaner air
A new study from California shows that every increase in electric vehicles measurably reduces nitrogen dioxide pollution. Just 200 additional EVs lower NO₂ by more than one percent — a win for air quality and public health. Source: REUTERS
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France aims to accelerate energy transition
To move away from expensive energy imports, France is investing €240 million in the electrification of buildings and transportation. Prime Minister Lecornu has declared the transition to heat pumps and e-mobility a matter of national interest. By 2030, this is expected to reduce dependence on fossil fuels by one-third. Source: EURONEWS
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Norway goes electric: new car registrations hit record
Almost all new cars registered in Norway in 2025 were fully electric—95.9%, and in December nearly 98%, according to official data from the Norwegian Road Federation (OFV). This significantly exceeds the country’s already high EV share of 88.9% in 2024. Source: REUTERS
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World’s first highway where electric cars can charge on the go
France has launched the world’s first highway that can wirelessly charge electric vehicles while driving. On a 1.5-kilometer stretch of the A10 near Paris, buses, cars, and trucks can all be powered simultaneously. Copper coils under the asphalt generate a magnetic field that charges the vehicles as they drive. Source: THE INDIAN EXPRESS
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Low-frequency sounds make electric cars more audible on the road
Electric cars are quiet — a benefit for residents, but a risk for pedestrians and cyclists. Researchers in Japan have tested which artificial driving sounds are most effective: low-frequency tones, similar to pink noise, are most reliably detected by people amid street noise. Source: HEISE ONLINE
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April 18, 2026