Cumulative utility-scale battery storage capacity in the US exceeded 26 GW in 2024, according to the January 2025 Preliminary Monthly Electric Generator Inventory published by the Energy Information Administration (EIA). Generators added 10.4 GW of new battery storage capacity in 2024, the second-largest generating capacity addition after solar. Even though battery storage capacity is growing… Read more…
Idemitsu Kosan to increase lithium sulfide production for solid-state battery materials
Japanese petroleum company Idemitsu Kosan plans to construct a large-scale production facility for lithium sulfide, an intermediate raw material for the mass production of all-solid-state battery materials The company will expand its lithium sulfide production capacity to the equivalent of 3 GWh of storage batteries annually and establish an integrated value chain from raw materials… Read more…
CATL and Nio aim for world’s largest EV battery swapping network
Chinese battery firm CATL and automaker Nio are preparing to launch what the two companies claim will be the world’s largest electric vehicle battery swapping network. CATL and Nio announced a technical partnership last year that included battery swapping, but on Tuesday they confirmed plans to start coordinating efforts as they build out battery… Read more…
Chinese authorities delay approval for BYD’s pending EV plant in Mexico amid fears of the technology leaking into the US
Booming global EV automaker Build Your Dreams (BYD) has hit a snag with the Chinese government, which has delayed the green light to build a new plant in Mexico amid fears that proprietary technology in the southern part of North America could more easily make its way into the United State. Read more…
Chick-fil-A is piloting solar + storage microgrids in California
Chick-fil-A is working with microgrid developer SolMicroGrid to pilot solar and battery storage microgrids at its restaurants in California. Read more…
Rivian’s first EV police cruiser is here: Meet the patrol-ready R1S
With a 0 to 60 mph sprint in as quick as 2.6 seconds, you might have a hard time outrunning Rivian’s electric SUV. Soon, it will be hitting the streets after the Palo Alto police department debuted the patrol-ready R1S, Rivian’s first police cruiser. Read more…
Nearly 100% Of Lithium Recycled In Latest EV Battery Breakthrough
Chinese battery scientists developed a special technique to make battery recycling cheaper and way more efficient. Read more…
German website stops Tesla poll
The German web portal t-online asked its readers whether they would still buy a Tesla. However, the publications has since suspended the poll after suspicions arose that voting had been manipulated. Read more…
Wacker Neuson unveils new electric excavator and wheel loaders
The German construction equipment firm has unveiled three new electric vehicles, promising lower noise levels and rapid charging times. It plans to showcase the new products at this year’s Bauma trade fair in Munich, Germany, next month. Read more…
Nissan taps SK On for US-made EV batteries
SK On will supply batteries to Nissan for U.S.-made electric vehicles, the two companies announced Wednesday in a press release. Under the agreement, SK On will supply nearly 100 gigawatt-hours of batteries to Nissan from 2028 to 2033. They’ll go into EVs produced at the automaker’s Canton, Mississippi, assembly plant starting in 2028. Nissan… Read more…
As Tesla Falters, China’s BYD Pulls Ahead With 5-Minute EV Charging
Plus, Audi and Alfa Romeo aren’t so sure about an all-electric future anytime soon, and Nissan’s U.S. arm inks an EV battery deal. Read more…
Canada Has Had Enough Of Tesla
From kicking Tesla out of a car show to banning incentives for home chargers and new EVs, it’s safe to say that Canada is angry. Read more…
Tesla excluded from Vancouver Auto Show and Canadian incentives amid political tensions
The Vancouver International Auto Show has barred Tesla from its event, and Canadian cities are pulling back on electric vehicle incentives for the brand. This comes as Elon Musk faces growing criticism for his alignment with US President Donald Trump during ongoing trade disputes between Canada and the United States. Organizers of the Vancouver Auto Show said that Tesla was… Read more…
Gilbarco Veeder-Root extends Konect offer to Australia
Gilbarco Veeder-Root, a US-based manufacturer of fuelling equipment, aims to turn Australia’s service stations into ‘multi-fuel convenience hubs’. It launched its offer ‘Konect’ in the country to supply an end-to-end electric vehicle charging ecosystem. Read more…
Unscheduled change at the head of ZF
The automotive supplier ZF is undoubtedly in a state of transition. Heinrich Hiesinger, chairman of the board of directors, is stepping down early despite his contract running until 2028. A successor has already been appointed: former Hella boss Rolf Breidenbach will assume the position. Read more…
Leapmotor opens UK order books for the T03 & C10
Leapmotor has opened the order books in the UK for both the T03 and C10 models. The T03 starts at £15,995, while the C10 starts at £36,500. A total of 44 Leapmotor dealerships have been established so far, with more than 80 locations planned by the end of 2025. Read more…
Flexis and Prologis Mobility announce partnership on EV fleet solutions
Flexis, a joint venture between Volvo Group, Renault and CMA CGM, has said it will begin developing offerings for commercial fleet operators alongside Prologis Mobility. The news follows an announcement from the manufacturer that it will begin production of three electric vans in 2026. Read more…
How Mazda Aims To Keep Its Electric Vehicle Plans ‘Lean’
The Japanese automaker is cutting up to $3.3 billion from EV production plans with the introduction of the “Lean Asset Strategy.” Read more…
Beyond Aero optimises its fuel cell jet
The French startup Beyond Aero has improved its hydrogen-electric light aircraft. It is also pushing ahead with certification and has secured the support of leading industry figures. Read more…
Volvo Trucks introduces charge point booking service
Volvo Trucks is pressing ahead with the development of new services for charging electric trucks. The ‘Volvo Open Charge’ service now offers the option of booking a charging point in advance. Swedish customers Arla and DFDS are the first to use the booking part of the service. Read more…
