Taiwanese solid-state battery specialist ProLogium and French automotive supplier OPmobility (formerly Plastic Omnium) want to discuss the integration of solid-state cells into battery modules for electric vehicles. To this end, both parties have now signed a letter of intent. Read more…
Tokyo plans higher EV subsidies
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government is preparing to expand its EV incentive programme in an effort to accelerate the uptake of battery-electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles. The planned revision would increase the maximum subsidy available in the capital to ¥1.3 million (around €7,025), up from the current ceiling by ¥300,000. Read more…
Lucid likely to postpone expansion into Austria and Spain until 2027
US electric car manufacturer Lucid Motors has apparently postponed its originally planned 2026 launch in Austria and Spain to 2027. There, the company had initially planned to enter the market this year – as well as five other EU countries. Read more…
Kalmar and Elonroad push ahead with ‘Electric Road’ project
Finnish forklift manufacturer Kalmar and Elonroad, a Swedish charging technology startup, are making good progress with their ‘Electric Road’ pilot project. Currently, a second vehicle, the electric terminal tractor Kalmar Ottawa T2 EV, is being tested on the conductive charging system. Read more…
Chinese regulators summon automakers over suspected ‘irrational competition’
China requires carmakers to strictly comply with pricing regulations, strengthen price compliance and enhance product quality control. Read more…
Hyundai refreshes the IONIQ 5 and adjusts pricing
Hyundai officially revealed the refreshed 2027 IONIQ 5 in South Korea, bringing lower prices and new features to its popular electric SUV. The global EV landscape is changing quickly, and it is forcing legacy automakers to adjust their strategies. By reducing the entry cost, Hyundai wants to appeal to those still undecided and price-conscious buyers who have yet to switch… Read more…
Specialized launches Turbo Levo 4 X, a full-suspension off-road cargo e-bike
Specialized is taking the increasingly popular concept of bikepacking and giving it a serious electric boost with the launch of the new Turbo Levo 4 X. Read more…
Electric sports car Denza Z launches with 1,180 kW
First unveiled at Auto China in April, the technical specifications of the all-electric sports car Denza Z from the BYD Group are now known: the speedster achieves a system output of 1,180 kW and, depending on the variant, reaches a top speed of 300 to 350 km/h. Read more…
Three million charging points planned for Guangdong by 2027
The Chinese province of Guangdong plans to have more than three million charging points for electric vehicles in operation by the end of 2027. High-power and megawatt charging stations will be prioritised. Read more…
CATL enters nuclear fusion race with investment in startup Beta Fusion
CATL led a seed funding round worth hundreds of millions of yuan in Beta Fusion, marking the power battery giant’s first investment in a nuclear fusion company. Read more…
Michigan launches third NEVI funding round for 60 more charging sites
Michigan has opened the third round of its NEVI funding programme to expand public EV charging infrastructure. The state plans to add around 60 fast-charging sites by 2029, building on 81 stations already under development through earlier procurement rounds. Read more…
Hawaiian Airlines electrifies most of its Honolulu ground fleet
Hawaiian Airlines has deployed 116 battery-electric ground support vehicles at Honolulu Airport, raising the share of electric equipment in its local fleet to 73%. The move is supported by new charging infrastructure installed by the Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation. Read more…
BYD Is Bringing Thousands Of 5-Minute EV Chargers To Europe—And Canada Is Next
BYD’s Flash Chargers can deliver up to 1,500 kilowatts of power to cars fitted with its latest Blade Battery. Read More…
Geely begins local production of hot-selling EX2 electric hatchback in Brazil
The Geely EX2, sold as the Xingyuan in China, becomes the second model Geely produces locally in Brazil. Read more…
The BMW iX3 Just Drove Over 500 Miles In A Demanding Real-World Range Test
The long-wheelbase version of the iX3 tackled 6,500-foot altitude changes and near-freezing temperatures. Read More…
BYD debuts its 5-minute Flash Chargers in Europe, vows to undercut competition
BYD announced the rollout of its first Flash Chargers in Europe, capable of charging EVs in just 5 minutes. The company introduced its first chargers in the UK and Germany and promised to build 3,000 chargers across Europe and 300 across the UK by the end of 2027. The company’s Flash Chargers aren’t exactly new, but they are new to… Read more…
DAF launches route simulator for electric truck fleets
DAF has introduced an interactive route simulator to help fleet operators assess the suitability of battery-electric trucks for their operations. The tool models real-world routes and vehicle configurations, providing an initial indication of range and operational feasibility across DAF’s electric truck portfolio. Read more…
Top battery makers’ shares in China in May: CATL 46.14%, BYD 16.56%
CATL remained China’s largest power battery maker in May, though its share edged down 0.51 percentage points from April. Read more…
BYD Fang Cheng Bao files first sedan Formula S series ahead of Q3 launch
Fang Cheng Bao filed the Formula S and its shooting brake variant, the Formula S GT, marking a key step in its expansion into the sedan market. Read more…
UP Catalyst plans 20,000-tonne battery-grade graphite facility in Finland using CO₂ molten salt electrolysis
UP Catalyst plans a 20,000-tonne battery-grade graphite facility in Finland using CO₂ molten salt electrolysis with support from Oulun Energia and Business… Read more…
