Rivian delivered on its promise of hands-free highway driving in its latest software update, available now for the 2025 Gen2 R1T and R1S models. The new feature, officially named Enhanced Highway Assist, allows drivers to take their hands off the wheel on over 135,000 miles of pre-mapped highways, with plans for further expansion in the coming year. This swift rollout… Read more…
LeydenJar’s 100% silicon anode cells achieve 500 cycles without external pressure
Dutch battery manufacturer LeydenJar has developed and produced lithium-ion batteries with a 100% silicon anode capable of delivering 500 charge-discharge cycles without requiring any external pressure, overcoming a key limitation of next-generation anodes. Silicon anodes offer the potential of higher energy density for lithium-ion batteries when replacing traditional graphite anodes. However, a major challenge has… Read more…
California GM EV owners could see $4,500 off home-backup hardware
Participation can All 2025 GM EVs eligible soon; a mix of 2024 and 2025 models eligible now Additional incentives if owners opt to suspend charging during high-load times Could help lay groundwork for future V2G program General Motors electric vehicle owners in certain parts of California could receive a $4,500 discount on home-backup power… Read more…
Toyota presents the FT-Me urban compact EV
With the FT-Me concept car, Toyota Motor Europe is demonstrating its vision for fully electric and affordable micromobility. With a length of less than 2.50 metres, the two-seater requires only half the parking space of conventional cars. Read more…
Toyota presents the FT-Me urban compact EV
With the FT-Me concept car, Toyota Motor Europe is demonstrating its vision for fully electric and affordable micromobility. With a length of less than 2.50 metres, the two-seater requires only half the parking space of conventional cars. Read more…
We Just Had The ‘Most Disastrous Day In EPA History’
Plus, Musk pledges to double Tesla production, and tariffs won’t be enough to bring auto manufacturing-related jobs back to U.S. Read more…
Porsche postpones electric 718 successor to 2027
Porsche wanted to present the successor to the 718 Boxster and Cayman with electric drive at the end of this year, but there have already been reports of problems and delays in the past. It is now certain that the electric two-seater will not make its debut until two years later – apparently due to the Northvolt insolvency. Read more…
Ford EVs gain access to thousands of Tesla Superchargers in the US
Charging just became easier for Ford drivers in the US, thanks to an initiative which saw the automaker ship over 140,000 free Tesla charging adapters to its customers. As a result, Ford EV owners with the adapter now have access to more than 20,000 Superchargers across the US. Read more…
Tesla China has planned ‘lower-priced Model Y’ as defensive move, report says
The “lower-priced Model Y” doesn’t have much change in the battery, power and chassis, according to local media.
The timing of the launch of this new model will depend on the order performance of the updated Model Y.
Rivian unlocks hands-free driving, dual-motor performance upgrade
Rivian on Tuesday confirmed a number of new software-enabled features for its R1S electric SUV and R1T electric pickup truck, enabled with its latest over-the-air software update 2025.06. For Gen 2 vehicles (2025 model year and beyond), Rivian is launching a hands-free driver assist system known as Enhanced Highway Assist. Like Rivian’s previous… Read more…
Nio’s William Li shares animated images showing robots working as quality inspectors at F2 plant
Nio’s F2 factory has added several robotic quality inspectors that perform smoothly over a range of operations, said William Li.
A year ago, UBTech Robotics showed its humanoid robot working on an assembly line at a Nio factory in a video.
Tesla working with Baidu to improve its smart driving system in China, report says
Baidu recently dispatched engineers to Tesla’s Beijing office to work on better integrating its navigation map information with the FSD, according to Reuters.
The move aims to improve the FSD V13’s understanding of Chinese roads with more accurate and updated map information.
European EV battery dream dashed as Northvolt files for bankruptcy
The push for Europe to become a key player in the EV battery market has suffered a major setback. Northvolt, a Swedish startup once hailed as a beacon of hope against Asian battery dominance, has filed for bankruptcy in its home country. Northvolt announced it could not secure the necessary funding to continue operating in Sweden. A court-appointed trustee will… Read more…
US EPA to loosen environmental protections
The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has now officially announced that it will review the emissions targets set under the previous administration for vehicles from model year 2027 onwards. US President Donald Trump had previously announced this on the day of his inauguration. Read more…
2025 Audi A6 E-Tron Arrives In The U.S. With Nearly 400 Miles Of Range
The longest-range EV in Audi’s North American lineup will only be available in sedan form. Read more…
Thailand approves Sunwoda’s $1 billion investment in EV battery cell plants
Sunwoda’s first factory in Thailand, located in Chonburi Province, will produce lithium-ion battery cells for EV makers.
Several Chinese battery makers have already localized their production in Thailand, but all of them have built packs based on battery cells.
Renault Megane E-Tech gets a sporty makeover and smarter charging
Renault has given its Megane E-Tech electric car an upgrade, adding a new sporty version and improving its charging capabilities. Gone is the 40 kWh 130 hp EV40 version and the Megane E-Tech now comes in a single EV60 version and three trims: Techno, Esprit Alpine, and Iconic. The big news is the introduction of the Esprit Alpine, a trim… Read more…
Huawei-backed Aito to officially launch updated M9 SUV on Mar 20
Aito began accepting pre-orders for the M9 on March 6, with a pre-sales starting price of RMB 478,000 yuan.
Aito will launch its new SUV, the M8, in April, and the model has a pre-sales price of RMB 368,000 yuan.
BYD Yangwang to officially launch luxury sedan U7 on Mar 27
The U7 is a flagship sedan priced at the 1 million yuan ($138,000) level and will feature groundbreaking technologies, Yangwang said.
Its launch event will be held in Shenzhen on March 27 at 7:30 pm Beijing time.
Leapmotor says B10 SUV gets 31,688 pre-orders in initial 48 hours
The B10 is the first model in Leapmotor’s B-series, with a pre-sales starting price of RMB 109,800 ($15,170).
The less expensive LiDAR-equipped variant — with a pre-sales starting price of RMB 129,800 — is the most popular.
