Trinseo launches VOLTABOND 211, a water-based SBR binder reducing battery electrode resistance for improved fast charging and silicon anode compatibility. Read more…
This boomer rep mocked a child about the $4 trillion debt she saddled him with
An 82 year old Congressional representative is getting heat for an embarrassing letter she wrote to a well-meaning 10 year old constituent on the topic of electric cars and climate change, where she seems to brag about saddling his generation with debt through a recent climate rollback she voted for. And she’s up for re-election for the 12th time, by the way. Read more…
Hyundai IONIQ 9 2026 Review: The three-row EV most families have been waiting for
I drove the IONIQ 9 for more than 600 km across a mix of highway and city driving, and I enjoyed the package Hyundai has put together. The E-GMP platform, the cabin space, and the seat quality are all class-leading or close to it. A few software-layer gaps keep it from being perfect, but for a family that covers distance, the IONIQ 9 is one of the most complete three-row EVs on the market today.. Read more…
China wants to build its own electric K-car industry to boost EV sales
China’s top auto industry group is calling for the creation of a standardized budget electric vehicle category — modeled on Japan’s wildly popular K-car ecosystem — to revive sluggish domestic car sales and bring millions of new buyers into the EV market. Read more…
Honda retreats to hybrids after failed EV bet triggers record $9 billion loss [Images]
Honda is waving the white flag. The Japanese automaker previewed two new hybrids set to launch by 2028 after taking an over $9 billion hit over its failed EV bet, leading to its biggest loss in company history. Read more…
Tesla Is Now Testing A Virtual Waitlist For Superchargers
Tesla is looking to solve charger congestion by adding a digital waitlist to Superchargers. Read More…
As other automakers retrench, Toyota has four new EVs in the works
Toyota plans four new EVs in the US, leveraging battery plants and partnerships to compete amid shifting market and regulatory landscapes. Read more…
The Volkswagen ID. Golf isn’t coming anytime soon
Volkswagen has recently introduced the ID. Polo EV, and since the company is now on a mission to bring iconic names back you may have been wondering when to expect the ID. Golf to join it – after all, the Golf is by far VW’s most recognizable model name. Unfortunately, the ID. Golf won’t coming anytime soon. According to a… Read more…
Jeep refreshes the Avenger with a glowing grille and better tech
The Jeep Avenger has been a massive hit for the American brand since it debuted three years ago. Built in Poland and designed specifically for the European market, this small crossover even grabbed the 2023 European Car of the Year title. With over 270,000 orders placed to date, Jeep is not resting on its success. The company revealed a major… Read more…
“We are working on subscription models across multiple CPOs” – Wilhelm Henriksson, Plugsurfing
Plugsurfing launched in Berlin in 2012 with the ambition of giving EV drivers access to charging stations across Europe through a single app. The startup went on to shape the roaming market and inspire many later providers. Since then, the company has changed ownership twice, while its B2B business with white-label apps and APIs has grown into a far more significant part of the business. We spoke with Wilhelm Henriksson, Head of Networks, Strategy and BI at Plugsurfing, about how the company and the charging ecosystem have evolved. Read more…
China’s early May NEV sales rebound from April lows despite yearly drop
China NEV retail sales rose 27% sequentially in the first 10 days of May, indicating recovering demand following the Beijing Auto Show and Labor Day holiday. Read more…
Romania: Rompetrol rolls out fast-charging network for EVs and e-trucks
Rompetrol plans to build a new fast-charging network for electric cars and heavy-duty commercial vehicles in Romania. The project comprises 30 charging stations across 26 locations, which the company aims to put into operation by the end of 2027. EU funds support the project. Read more…
Jungheinrich trials materials handling equipment with sodium-ion batteries
German intralogistics equipment manufacturer Jungheinrich has begun practical trials of sodium-ion batteries in industrial trucks with selected customers. The aim is to validate the performance and reliability of this new battery technology under a wide range of operating conditions. Read more…
Honda Lost $9 Billion On EVs. Now, It’s Betting On Hybrid SUVs And Sedans
Japan’s second-largest carmaker reported its first annual loss in nearly 70 years after scrapping its EV plans. Read More…
Nio Firefly gets system update to boost motor power and prepare for fifth-gen swap stations
The software update boosts the peak motor power of older Firefly EVs to 120 kW, aligning with the updated Firefly EV. Read more…
Juiced launches 60+ MPH electric dirt bike for $2,499, and the e-moto market may never be the same
Juiced Bikes is officially back – and now it’s bringing its aggressive value pricing strategy to the electric dirt bike market. Read more…
Chinese EVs Are Landing In Canada. Over Half Of Canadians Would Buy One
Price, quality, and value for money are the main reasons Canadians lean toward buying a Chinese car, a new survey shows. Read More…
Volkswagen’s Golf EV Gets Pushed Back To The End Of The Decade
The electric Golf was supposed to debut in 2028. Now, VW’s CEO said the company “doesn’t need it” that quickly. Read More…
China’s next major auto show approaches following record-breaking Beijing event
Following the record-breaking Beijing Auto Show, the Shenzhen Auto Show will be held from May 29 to June 7. Read more…
Chinese EV market sets a new record – more than 60% of all vehicle sales in April were NEVs
According to the latest data from the China Passenger Car Association, the local news outlet Dongchedi reports that NEVs (New Energy Vehicles) accounted for 61.4% of all car sales in April, setting a new record for the collective EV and PHEV market. At the same time, traditional vehicles saw a massive collapse – nine out of ten top-selling models were… Read more…
