Mitra EV, provider of a commercial fleet electrification platform, has closed a $27-million financing round including equity funding from lead investor Ultra Capital and a credit facility from S2G Investments. Mitra will use the new funding to expand its shared charging network, deploy additional fleet solutions, and scale its electrification model into new markets. “The… Read more…
Elevated Materials plans to triple production of lithium metal films in 2026
Elevated Materials is focused on scaling production this year to meet increasing customer demand. The company closed 2025 with record output of ultra-thin lithium metal films, shipping to more than 30 customers worldwide. It delivered more than 100 kilometers of lithium film to a single customer, which it said reflects strong market demand for high-quality,… Read more…
DeterTech and Formula Space partner to deter theft of EV charging cables
Theft of EV charging cables is a serious problem. For thieves, cables are an attractive target, thanks to the high price of copper. For charging operators, the damage can result in expenses of thousands of dollars to repair and recommission charging stations, and weeks of lost revenue. DeterTech, the maker of SmartWater, has partnered with… Read more…
AMETEK Programmable Power names Transcat exclusive distributor for its power and test systems
AMETEK Programmable Power has appointed Transcat as its exclusive distributor, certified calibration partner, and rental provider for its programmable power and test systems portfolio across the US and South America. AMETEK says the agreement is intended to improve product availability and delivery speed, while expanding integrated service support for regulated, test-intensive markets including automotive. Under… Read more…
Ford has 5 more affordable vehicles coming for under $40,000, including a new EV
Ford is promising to introduce more affordable vehicles over the next few years, including five priced under $40,000. Read more…
Yet another fatal door handle lawsuit hits Tesla – but China has a fix
A new lawsuit has been filed against Tesla over the death of a young man in one of its Model Y vehicles, blaming Tesla’s electronic door handle design for trapping the driver inside the car after a crash. Read more…
Europe Won’t Ban Gas Cars By 2035 After All. Now Mercedes Is Worried
Until recently, European manufacturers were preparing for the 2035 ban on combustion engines and now must adapt to eased regulations. Lire la suite…
Stellantis writes off €22.2 billion in electric vehicle business
Stellantis is recording extensive charges of approximately €22.2 billion, largely related to its electric vehicle business. According to the new strategy outlined by CEO Antonio Filosa, the company aims to become a ‘beacon of freedom of choice’—offering more internal combustion engine and hybrid vehicles. Read more…
Stellantis writes off €22.2 billion in electric vehicle business
Stellantis is recording extensive charges of approximately €22.2 billion, largely related to its electric vehicle business. According to the new strategy outlined by CEO Antonio Filosa, the company aims to become a ‘beacon of freedom of choice’—offering more internal combustion engine and hybrid vehicles. Read more…
Nio reaches milestone of 100 million battery swap services
The milestone was achieved 2,819 days after Nio completed its first battery swap service.
Nio opened its first battery swap station in Shenzhen on May 20, 2018.
Aito files for M6 as its latest SUV model
The Aito M6 will offer both BEV and EREV options, with the BEV version featuring a 100-kWh battery pack.
The Aito M6 will be unveiled this spring.
Toyota appoints Finance Chief Kenta Kon as new CEO
Japanese automaker Toyota appoints a new CEO: Current CFO Kenta Kon will take over the position from Koji Sato, who will assume a role on the board of directors. The personnel changes will take effect on April 1, 2026. Read more…
BYD Led China’s EV Boom. But It’s Not Bulletproof
We also discuss Tesla and Waymo’s U.S. Senate hearing on self-driving cars and Canada’s revised EV policy. Lire la suite…
Nio Onvo waives service fees for owners using highway swap stations during Spring Festival holiday
Since December, Onvo has added 8,295 new battery packs to its swap station network.
Currently, Onvo users have access to over 15,000 battery packs, with an average of 6-7 packs stocked per battery swap station.
Xpeng files for flagship GX SUV, set for launch in coming months
The Xpeng GX will offer BEV and EREV options, continuing the company’s dual-power strategy.
The model features dual-motor and single-motor configurations, with CALB serving as the battery supplier.
Polestar Charge now fully integrates Tesla Supercharger network
The Swedish-Chinese electric car manufacturer Polestar is once again improving its charging offering, Polestar Charge, in Europe. New features include full integration of Tesla Superchargers into its own app. Additionally, Plug & Charge is already operational at 28,000 charging stations. Read more…
If it’s good enough for Tesla: Faraday Future pivots to humanoid robots
After failing to deliver its long-promised “Tesla killer” EV and missing the Bitcoin- and Doge-fueled profit wave that helped propel $TSLA, Faraday Future ($FFIE) is hoping it’s got what it takes to finally pull ahead of Elon Musk: a full line of consumer robots. Read more…
Scientific study shows e-bikes benefit a surprising part of the body
From a fitness perspective, electric bikes are often framed as a way to make cycling easier on the legs or more accessible for people who might otherwise avoid riding. But new research suggests the biggest benefits of e-bikes for older riders may be happening somewhere else entirely: the brain. Read more…
Xiaomi reveals 990-horsepower YU7 GT performance SUV with 186 mph top speed
Xiaomi has officially filed for the YU7 GT, a nearly 1,000-horsepower performance version of its popular YU7 electric SUV that will hit a top speed of 300 km/h (186 mph), making it one of the fastest electric SUVs ever built. Read more…
Li Auto files for $80,670 L9 Livis extended-range SUV
The Li L9 Livis features a 72.7-kWh battery pack with a range of up to 340 km.
The Li L9 Livis is slightly larger than the regular Li L9 and will be launched in the second quarter.
