Xpeng’s net loss reached 1.78 billion yuan ($260 million) in the first quarter, ending its brief streak of profitability. Read more…
Manchester orders 125 electric buses from Wrightbus
Following its order for 55 electric buses in March, Transport for Greater Manchester has awarded another contract to Wrightbus. The latest order covers 125 additional electric buses for the Bee Network, through which the region plans to convert its entire bus fleet to zero-emission drivetrains by 2030. Read more…
Latin America reaches 10,000 electric buses in operation
The countries of Latin America and the Caribbean now have over 10,000 electric buses—a significant milestone. A major share of these buses originates from Chinese manufacturing. It is also clear that the market continues to grow strongly, particularly in the continent’s megacities. Read more…
France calls for UK inclusion in ‘Made in EU’ rules
France is open to including the UK in the EU’s planned ‘Made in EU’ rules under the ‘Industrial Accelerator Act.’ The position marks a notable shift in policy for France, which had previously strongly supported strict rules of origin within the Industrial Accelerator Act (IAA). Read more…
CATL launches battery-swapping network for light electric trucks in southern China
CATL is launching the first standardised battery swap system for light electric trucks together with Shenzhen-based logistics provider DST. The initial rollout targets the Greater Bay Area, including Guangdong, Hong Kong and Macau. The region already operates 31 battery swap stations, and the partners plan to expand the network to 140 sites by the end of 2026. Read more…
Beyond Slurry-Based Coating: Why Dry Electrode is the Missing Link for Solid-State Battery Manufacturing
How dry electrode simplifies production, lowers costs, and enables thicker electrodes — powered by Hymson -60°C low-dew-point lab for sulfide-based routes. Read more…
Netherlands plans malus scheme for combustion-engine company cars
The Netherlands will make leasing combustion-engine and hybrid company cars significantly more expensive from next year. Starting on 1 January 2027, a new malus surcharge will apply to newly signed lease contracts for non-electric vehicles. The Dutch government says the measure is designed to accelerate the shift towards battery-electric mobility. Read more…
Nio kicks off sales of its new flagship SUV ES9 in China
Nio has officially launched sales of its new flagship model, the ES9, following the vehicle’s debut at Auto China in April. Marketed as an ‘Executive SUV,’ the model is priced from around €49,500 without a battery, or approximately €63,000 including the battery pack. Read more…
Scania showcases bidirectional truck charging at 750 kW
Scania has demonstrated bidirectional megawatt charging with 750 kW using one of its electric trucks. According to the Swedish manufacturer, this was ‘one of the world’s first demonstrations of bi-directional power transfer through MCS for heavy-duty trucks.’ Read more…
Nio Onvo to start pre-sales for updated L60 SUV on May 29
The updated Onvo L60 will offer versions equipped with LiDAR and Nio’s in-house developed Shenji NX9031 autonomous driving chip. Read more…
Toshiba’s new SiC MOSFET cuts on-resistance area by 58% for 1,200 V power stages in EV chargers
Toshiba launches a 1,200 V trench-gate SiC MOSFET cutting on-resistance by 58%, boosting efficiency in EV chargers and high-power applications. Read more…
Scania’s new under-cab battery module helps electric truck operators balance range and payload
Scania launches under-cab battery module for electric trucks, optimizing range and payload for fleet operators with Megawatt Charging System support. Read more…
RoboSense robotics LiDAR shipments surpass automotive for first time
RoboSense’s robotics LiDAR sales reached 185,500 units in the first quarter, accounting for more than half of its total shipments for the first time. Read more…
Most big US solar projects don’t spark backlash after all, study finds
Despite the impression that large solar farms are constantly sparking local fights, a new study from researchers at the University of Massachusetts Amherst found that most large-scale solar projects in the US move forward with relatively little public opposition. Read more…
THIS is the Italian EV that matters: all-new 2027 Lancia Gamma
Forget the $630,000 iFerrari, because there’s another all-new EV from a legendary Italian marque that’s just been released – and this one could have a much bigger impact on the North American market than Maranello’s. Meet the all new Lancia Gamma. Read more…
Hyundai is testing a new high-tech SDV setup in the IONIQ 6 EV [Images]
A disguised IONIQ 6 was spotted near Hyundai’s R&D hub in Europe, revealing much more than a standard refresh model. Read more…
Robotaxi has the wrong kind of momentum, but wind, and solar are doing GREAT
On today’s momentous episode of Quick Charge, we are all about momentum, with solid-state EV batteries gaining ground in China as wind and solar continuing to grow in the US while Tesla’s self-driving Robotaxi fleet, well – doesn’t. Read more…
Tesla Was Supposed To Be Losing Europe. The Data Says Otherwise
Tesla’s European sales are growing again after a brutal 2025. But the comeback story has one Chinese caveat. Read More…
It’s Official: Rivian Will Start Delivering R2s In Two Weeks
Order books open and test drives start in just two weeks. Read More…
Wallbox to provide charging solutions for Freenow by Lyft electric taxis in Europe
Wallbox partners with Freenow by Lyft to provide tailored EV charging solutions for electric taxi fleets across key European markets. Read more…
