Henkel introduces LOCTITE SOLVE, an AI-powered virtual adhesives hub to accelerate EV component design and optimize battery manufacturing simulations. Read more…
Terra Charge plans 2,500 NACS charging points in Japan
Terra Charge plans to widely introduce the NACS charging standard in Japan starting in 2028. By 2033, a total of 2,500 charging points are expected nationwide. In addition to fast chargers, the operator will also focus on NACS solutions for AC charging for the first time. Read more…
Does Ultra-Fast Charging Ruin An EV Battery? BYD Did It 350 Times In 9 Days To Find Out
The Yangwang U7 charges from 10-97% in just 9 minutes. Here’s how that affects battery health. Read More…
Aptera’s Solar-Powered EV Can Go 47 Miles On Sun Power Alone—In Theory
Don’t just take Aptera’s word for it. The results are from independent testing by TÜV Rheinland. Read More…
BMW Just Hit 2 Million EVs Sold, And The iX3 Is Carrying The Team
If you include plug-in hybrids, BMW is up to 3.5 million EVs sold. Read More…
Ubitricity & Deftpower bring smart charging to 1,500 public charging points
Ubitricity and Deftpower are expanding their collaboration on smart charging in the Netherlands. At 1,500 public charging points, charging processes are to be deliberately shifted to times of lower grid load using the open OCPI 2.2.1 standard. Read more…
Huge Tesla recalls in China while European authorities remain cautious
Tesla is subject to the largest recall campaign in China’s history: Due to potential issues with the mechanical emergency door unlocking system, Tesla and other manufacturers must rectify several million vehicles. European authorities remain hesitant so far. Read more…
Vehicle to life: When the Kia EV5 becomes a camping battery
An electric SUV, a small caravan, and a journey to the Polish Baltic coast: The Kia EV5 had to prove itself to us not just as a tow vehicle. Thanks to ‘vehicle-to-load’, its 81.4-kWh battery also became a mobile power source at the campsite. And, surprisingly, the consumption with a trailer turned out to be a pleasant surprise. Read more…
This is what the VW ID. Tiguan looks like
The VW ID.4 is expected to be renamed the ID. Tiguan after its facelift. The new name is considered confirmed. And the exterior design has also been leaked ahead of the world premiere – even in moving images: A well-known auto YouTuber has sneaked a peek of VW’s hope-bearer in a short video – partially wrapped, but with clearly visible features. Read more…
TI’s TMCS2100-Q1 sensor measures current on two axes in EV traction inverters
Texas Instruments launches TMCS2100-Q1, a multiaxial Hall-effect current sensor improving EV traction inverter accuracy and efficiency. Read more…
APM announces massive electrification program for Port of NY and NJ
96 electric terminal trucks from Orange EV, 34 electric rubber-tired gantry cranes from Konecranes, and massive investments in modernization and workforce development – and that’s just part of what APM Terminals Elizabeth is bringing to the Port of New York and New Jersey. Read more…
Storm Sondors is back, teasing mysterious new electric bike [Photo]
Just when you thought the SONDORS story was over, Storm Sondors appears to be mounting another comeback. Read more…
Waymo takes a shot at Tesla’s self-driving: it’s a ‘false summit’
Waymo published a list of “10 AI lessons” from driving more than 200 million fully autonomous miles, and several of them read as a direct rebuke of Tesla’s self-driving strategy — without ever naming Tesla. Read more…
Li Auto reportedly hires world-model expert to bolster robot AI push
The expert will oversee robot foundation-model development, with the team planned to remain below 50 people. Read more…
Hyundai Group integrates smart charging control from Kaluza
The Hyundai Motor Group has tasked energy platform Kaluza with natively integrating smart charging controls into the Kia app and Hyundai’s digital platforms. This will allow EV drivers to charge when power is cheapest and eventually participate in grid stabilising and storage with vehicle-to-grid (V2G) capabilities. The partnership will initially launch in the UK and subsequently expand to Australia and other countries. Read more…
India: Chennai flags off 130 electric buses
Chennai, the capital of the southern Indian state Tamil Nadu, has welcomed 130 new electric buses for public transport services. Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay flagged off the new fleet of zero-emission buses. Read more…
Cadillac hesitates with electric cars in the UK
General Motors is reconsidering its plan to relaunch Cadillac in the UK, citing uncertainty in a “rapidly evolving” marketplace. Competition from European and Chinese brands poses potential headwinds for the US company. Read more…
BYD flash charging network to hit 10,000 stations on August 28, doubling in 5 months
BYD’s flash charging network will reach 10,000 stations with the completion of a new site in Shenzhen, doubling from early April. Read more…
JLR delays electric Defender launch to the early 2030s
British automaker JLR is reportedly delaying the launch of an all-electric version its ‘Defender’ SUV. British media reports that although the off-road-capable vehicle had originally been slated for a new generation in 2028/29, this has now been put off until the early 2030s—and only this new generation will support electric drivetrains. Read more…
AEM unveils new electric motor for heavy-duty commercial vehicles
British startup Advanced Electric Machines (AEM), which specialises in electric motors without rare earth materials, will unveil the 3D model of its largest and highest-torque motor at the upcoming IAA Transportation in Germany. The new electric motor set to be available as a sample for heavy-duty applications next year. Read more…
