CATL’s domestic power battery installations in China totaled 333.57 GWh in 2025, powering 5.07 million vehicles.
BYD’s domestic power battery installations in China were 165.77 GWh in 2025, powering 3.82 million vehicles.
Ford could source BYD batteries for hybrid cars
US automaker Ford is reportedly considering sourcing batteries from Chinese competitor BYD—not for electric vehicles, but for hybrids. However, this would likely only apply to batteries for vehicles manufactured outside the US, such as in Romania, Spain or Türkiye. Read more…
EVs Now Dominate Europe’s Crash Safety Charts
Euro NCAP crash tested over 100 new cars last year. EVs came out on top in every category. Lire la suite…
EU considers tariffs on China-made hybrids
The European Commission will debate the introduction of special tariffs on hybrid vehicles imported from China, similar to those on pure electric cars. While Chinese OEMs may soon be able to circumvent these tariffs by committing to minimum prices, integrating hybrids into the EU’s anti-dumping policy would multiply the affected goods. Read more…
China brand: FAW and VW launch Jetta
The Chinese brand Jetta, announced in August 2025 by FAW Volkswagen, has now been officially launched and commenced operations. The new brand aims to introduce its first NEV model in the third quarter of this year and bring it to market in the fourth quarter. Read more…
FedEx adds 17 electric trucks to last-mile fleet in Japan
FedEx is adding 17 electric trucks to its delivery fleet in Japan, deploying them on last-mile routes in Tokyo, Kanagawa and Osaka. The move supports the company’s global electrification plans and Japan’s climate targets, with a focus on dense urban areas. Read more…
FedEx adds 17 electric trucks to last-mile fleet in Japan
FedEx is adding 17 electric trucks to its delivery fleet in Japan, deploying them on last-mile routes in Tokyo, Kanagawa and Osaka. The move supports the company’s global electrification plans and Japan’s climate targets, with a focus on dense urban areas. Read more…
The Mercedes EQE And EQS EVs Are Back On Sale In The U.S.
The German automaker paused U.S.-market production of its EQ lineup last September, despite some of the models being built stateside. Lire la suite…
China EV battery installations rise 40.4% to 769.7 GWh in 2025
LFP battery installations reached 625.3 GWh in 2025, accounting for 81.2% of total installations and growing 52.9% year-on-year.
Power battery exports reached 189.7 GWh in 2025, accounting for 62.2% of total exports and marking a 41.9% year-on-year increase.
WeRide robotaxi fleet surpasses 1,000 vehicles
WeRide aims to operate tens of thousands of robotaxis globally by 2030.
WeRide’s robotaxi fleet in Abu Dhabi is approaching single-vehicle profitability.
China mandates EV batteries must remain with vehicles upon scrapping
By 2030, China’s waste power battery volume is projected to exceed one million tons annually.
Old EVs lacking power batteries should be classified as incomplete vehicles upon scrapping.
US offshore wind backlash grows as a fourth offshore wind project sues Trump admin [update]
A fourth offshore wind project is suing after the Trump administration abruptly ordered construction to stop on offshore wind projects that were already nearing completion, following today’s second ruling. Read more…
Rivian R2 validation units roll off production line, deliveries to follow ‘soon’
Rivian (RIVN) has officially started rolling out validation units of its highly anticipated R2 electric SUV from its factory in Normal, Illinois. CEO RJ Scaringe shared the news, confirming that the company is on track for customer deliveries in the first half of the year. Read more…
ANDRITZ Schuler commissions 1.5 GW battery cell formation line for EV batteries
ANDRITZ Schuler’s 1.5-gigawatt battery cell mass formation line for cylindrical booster cells has gone into operation for a “renowned German premium car manufacturer.” Formation is the final step in battery cell manufacturing. After electrode production and cell assembly, the formation process activates cell chemistry through controlled charging and discharging, during which the electrolyte reacts with… Read more…
UAE gas station chain opens 60-stall EV fast charging hub on Abu Dhabi-Dubai highway
ADNOC Distribution, a gas station and convenience store chain in the United Arab Emirates, has opened a large new EV charging hub, and unveiled a roadmap to electrify the UAE highway network by the end of 2027. Strategically located at Saih Shuaib on the E11 highway between Abu Dhabi and Dubai, the new EV Mega… Read more…
Nio Onvo launches new special edition L60, priced 5.8% higher than regular model
The special edition L60 features a horse-themed design to celebrate the upcoming Chinese Lunar Year of the Horse.
This is one of the latest special edition models launched by Onvo, following the Violet Edition and Black Knight Edition.
BYD previews Seal 08 and Sealion 08 as it gears up to launch new flagship models
The Seal 08 and Sealion 08 will serve as the flagship models of BYD’s Ocean lineup, set to officially debut in the first quarter.
Two D-segment models from BYD’s Dynasty lineup — the Han sedan 9 series and Tang SUV 9 series — will also debut in the first half of the year.
Ford, BYD in talks over hybrid car battery partnership, report says
If a deal is reached, Ford would likely source batteries from BYD for its plants outside the US, the Wall Street Journal reported.
In China, Ford and BYD are collaborating, with the electric Bronco SUV launched a month ago featuring BYD batteries.
Ford, BYD in talks over hybrid car battery partnership, report says
If a deal is reached, Ford would likely source batteries from BYD for its plants outside the US, the Wall Street Journal reported.
In China, Ford and BYD are collaborating, with the electric Bronco SUV launched a month ago featuring BYD batteries.
Rivian Just Took A Crucial Step Toward R2 Deliveries This Year
Rivian on Thursday said that manufacturing validation builds of the R2 started rolling out of its factory in Normal, Illinois. Lire la suite…
