Valmet Automotive has entered into a preliminary agreement with Finnish electric bus developer Jeti Industries for the serial production of electric buses at its plant in Finland. The final deal is still being negotiated. Jeti Industries has an electric bus called the N1e in the pipeline, which is expected to achieve a range of up to 550 kilometers. Read more…
BYD teases the Song Ultra as some of its specs surface through a certification
BYD is currently putting the finishing touches on the Song Ultra. The company has started teasing the car in China with the two images you can see below, revealing the Song Ultra’s front and side. According to compulsory filings with the Chinese MIIT, the Song Ultra has two battery options: 75.6kWh with a CLTC range of 620 km and 82.7kWh… Read more…
Xiaomi’s 1st-gen SU7 sedan ends production as next-gen model launches in Apr
Cumulative deliveries of the first-generation SU7 sedan have reached nearly 370,000 units.
Pre-orders for the next-generation SU7 began last month, with an expected April launch.
MZA Warszawa orders 79 additional electric buses from Solaris
Warsaw’s public transport operator MZA has exercised the option to expand its order for electric buses from last year. In addition to the 79 vehicles already ordered, MZA is now ordering the same quantity again. The total order, including the exercised contract option, amounts to 158 electric buses. Read more…
Canada’s Chinese EV Deal Doesn’t End With Imports
Canada doesn’t just want to let in Chinese imports. It wants to work with Chinese car companies to export EVs all over the world. Lire la suite…
PEM announces research into Axial-Flux Motor without rare-earth magnets
In the NAFTech research project, scientists are developing an electric motor without magnets. Their proprietary design aims to combine the advantages of axial and radial flux technologies, producing an electric machine that eliminates the need for rare earth materials while remaining compact and efficient. Read more…
More places to plug in: Harrow powers up its EV network
The London Borough of Harrow is expanding its on-street EV charging infrastructure with 500 new lamp-column charge points delivered in partnership with char.gy. The rollout targets residential streets and supports drivers without access to off-street parking. Read more…
Mercedes to introduce new A-Class on MMA platform
The A-Class was actually supposed to be discontinued under Mercedes’ new model strategy in the entry segment, with the electric CLA serving as the gateway to the Mercedes world. Now, Mercedes development board member Jörg Burzer has confirmed a new A-Class, which is planned for 2028. Read more…
Baidu partners with Uber to bring Apollo Go autonomous ride-hailing service to Dubai
The service is expected to launch in the coming month, allowing users to access fully autonomous ride-hailing service at designated locations.
Apollo Go now operates across 22 cities worldwide, with weekly ride volumes recently surpassing 250,000 trips.
I Drove A Rivian R2 Prototype. It’s Going To Surprise People
Rivian’s 300-mile, 656-horsepower SUV is a breath of fresh air for the American EV space. Here are five things to know. Lire la suite…
Gotion, BASF partner on solid-state battery technology
The collaboration will focus on joint R&D of high-performance materials for next-generation solid-state batteries, covering multiple core materials.
Gotion has already established its first 0.2 GWh pilot production line for its Gemstone solid-state battery.
Tesla Semi officially boasts 800 kW power output
Tesla has officially released key performance figures for its electric truck, the Semi, including a powertrain output of 800 kW. It is now confirmed that the Class 8 truck will be available in two configurations: Standard Range and Long Range. Mass production is set to begin this year, following multiple delays. Read more…
Battery issues prompt recall of Zeekr 001 in China
Geely’s Zeekr brand must recall over 38,000 units of the Zeekr 001 WE Edition model, built between 2021 and 2024. The vehicles risk thermal runaway in the traction battery, which is supplied by battery manufacturer Sunwoda. Read more…
Genesis plans bespoke vehicle platform as early as 2027
So far, Hyundai’s Genesis brand has primarily used group platforms for its vehicles. Now, a high-ranking manager has confirmed that the premium brand is working on its own platform for its future electric and hybrid models, enabling more individualized design and tuning. Read more…
Genesis plans bespoke vehicle platform as early as 2027
So far, Hyundai’s Genesis brand has primarily used group platforms for its vehicles. Now, a high-ranking manager has confirmed that the premium brand is working on its own platform for its future electric and hybrid models, enabling more individualized design and tuning. Read more…
Brazil ends preferential tariffs for EV assembly kits
Brazil has ended a tariff concession that primarily allowed Chinese manufacturers like BYD to import electric vehicles as SKD or CKD kits into the country for local final assembly. The tariff rate will now increase gradually, reaching 35 per cent as of January 2027. Read more…
Brazil ends preferential tariffs for EV assembly kits
Brazil has ended a tariff concession that primarily allowed Chinese manufacturers like BYD to import electric vehicles as SKD or CKD kits into the country for local final assembly. The tariff rate will now increase gradually, reaching 35 per cent as of January 2027. Read more…
Porsche switches cell suppliers for the Macan Electric to Samsung SDI
Porsche has apparently decided to use exclusively Korean batteries in all electric vehicles sold in South Korea starting this year. Previously, the Macan Electric was equipped with Chinese CATL batteries, but from the 2026 model year onward, vehicles will be sold with batteries from Samsung SDI. Read more…
Porsche switches cell suppliers for the Macan Electric to Samsung SDI
Porsche has apparently decided to use exclusively Korean batteries in all electric vehicles sold in South Korea starting this year. Previously, the Macan Electric was equipped with Chinese CATL batteries, but from the 2026 model year onward, vehicles will be sold with batteries from Samsung SDI. Read more…
Older Rivian R1T And R1S EVs Are Getting Digital Key Support–Sort Of
The latest Rivian EVs have proper digital key support, and now the company has found a workaround for Gen 1 models. Lire la suite…
