Leapmotor’s first-half net profit rose to 210 million yuan ($30.95 million), marking its second consecutive half-year of profitability. Read more…
Webinar: Inside cable in conduit – practical solutions for modern EV infrastructure
The session will provide attendees with valuable information on cable in conduit, focusing on the key considerations that drive successful installation, long-term reliability, and project efficiency. We’ll be covering practical applications, common challenges, and best practices from utility, industrial, and EV infrastructure projects. Attendees will gain insights into improving installation performance, minimizing field issues, and optimizing project execution. Key takeaways… Read more » Read more…
Rome invests €117 million in electric buses
Rome is investing around €116.7 million in decarbonising its public transport system. Most of the funding will go towards new hydrogen and electric buses for public transport operator ATAC. The city will also establish a hub for producing and refuelling green hydrogen at ATAC’s Acilia site. Read more…
Walmart’s fast-charging network reaches 100 locations
Walmart now operates EV fast chargers at 100 of its stores across 20 US states. Most locations have eight to 16 charging points with up to 400 kW, fitted with both CCS and NACS connectors. Read more…
Europe’s EV Sales Explode, Now Making Up A Quarter Of New Cars
Rising fuel prices are convincing more and more Europeans that electric cars are worth it in the long run. Read More…
Heybike launches low cost 28 MPH full-suspension moped-style e-bike
Heybike is expanding into a rather different corner of the e-bike market with the launch of the new Heybike Titan, a full-suspension, moped-style electric bike that can be had with either one or two batteries. Read more…
Xpeng Q2 revenue rises 8% as net loss nearly triples
Xpeng’s second-quarter revenue reached 19.74 billion yuan, while its gross margin rose to 20.7%. Read more…
Anthro Energy breaks ground on electrolyte factory in Kentucky
Anthro Energy has begun construction of its first commercial electrolyte factory in the US state of Kentucky. From late 2027, the facility will produce up to 12,000 tonnes of polymer electrolyte per year – enough for battery cells with a total capacity of up to 25 GWh. The technology could also be used in semi-solid and solid-state batteries in the future. Read more…
Opel prepares all-electric Corsa for 2028
Opel has pushed back the launch of the next-generation Corsa from 2027 to 2028. CEO Florian Huettl confirmed the new timeline in an interview, saying: “It will arrive in 2028, be fully electric, and cost around €25,000.” Read more…
Suzuki to bring electric kei car to Europe in 2027
Suzuki is apparently planning to introduce an electric Kei Car called Vision e-Sky in Europe as early as next year. The micro vehicle is set to debut in its home market of Japan this autumn, with plans to launch in European countries, including the UK, a few months later. Read more…
Walmart’s EV Charging Network Just Hit A Big Milestone
The retail giant is ramping up installations, with the latest station opened at the Walmart Supercenter in Monument, Colorado. Read More…
Xiaomi unveils 3-nm Xring D100 smart-driving chip, plans commercial use in 2027
Xiaomi said the Xring D100 is China’s first high-computing-power smart-driving chip built on a 3-nm process and can run models with up to 200 billion parameters locally. Read more…
Hyundai prices Ioniq 3 from £22,245 in the UK
Hyundai has opened reservations for the Ioniq 3 in the UK, where the compact electric hatchback will be available with two battery sizes. The larger 61 kWh battery is expected to deliver up to 308 miles of range, with prices starting at £22,245. Read more…
USA: Hyundai offers 10% discount at Ionna chargers
Hyundai EV drivers in the US can now charge for 10% less across the Ionna network. The discount is automatically applied via Plug & Charge or Hyundai’s in-app charging service. On top of that, Ionna offers another 10% discount until the end of September. Read more…
California earmarks $95 million for ZEV infrastructure
The California Energy Commission (CEC) has approved a new $95.2 million investment under the state’s Clean Transportation Program. The largest share, $48 million, is intended for charging infrastructure for electric cars, while commercial vehicles, hydrogen refuelling and workforce training will also receive support. Read more…
Rivian EVs Are Getting A Software Update That Makes It Easier To Dodge The Cops
It’s part of a big upgrade that’s coming to all Rivian passenger EVs, even the first-gen R1. Just don’t expect CarPlay. Read More…
BYD exec says Ocean lineup’s first MPV may launch by year-end
BYD’s head of Ocean lineup sales said the MPV would be a “one-of-a-kind offering” in the market. Read more…
Zeekr 7X orders top 200,000 globally, now sold in more than 50 countries
The 200,000th order for the Zeekr 7X came from Mexico, underscoring the overseas contribution to the SUV’s demand. Read more…
Researchers find manganese can cause battery flaw that may shorten EV lifespans
Hanyang University researchers find manganese surface defects cause battery degradation, offering lithium adjustments to improve EV battery lifespan. Read more…
2026 Mercedes-Benz GLB 350 4Matic review
The Mercedes-Benz GLB has been on the market for less than a decade, yet it is already entering its third generation. The original model proved popular thanks to its unique combination of compact dimensions and seven-seat practicality, although it was not without quality concerns. Its electric counterpart, the EQB, also faced criticism for its styling and cabin execution. With the… Read more…
