The combiSENSOR KSB6430 combines two different measuring principles and converts their advantages into precise thickness measurements. The measuring range of the sensor extends from 5 µm to 3 mm and is therefore designed for both very thin and thicker coatings. Read more…
Genesis EVs Get Tesla Supercharger Access In The U.S.
Owners of the GV60, Electrified GV70 and Electrified G80 EVs will get a free NACS to CCS adapter. Read more…
Nio signs deal with Beijing state-owned firm to build 100 swap stations
Nio has teamed up with Future Science City Group in Beijing to jointly build 100 battery swap stations.
This is the second partnership Nio has announced with a state-owned enterprise to build 100 battery swap stations.
All new MGS5 debuts in the UK, ahead of its European rollout
MG took the wraps off its new MGS5 electric SUV in the United Kingdom. The new EV will go on sale this April, bringing another option to the compact electric vehicle market. Positioned as a rival to models like the Skoda Elroq and Kia EV3, the MGS5 should attract buyers with its competitive pricing and plenty of practical features. With… Read more…
BYD’s 1st 1,000-kW ultrafast charging stations to be ready for use in early Apr
BYD is pushing ahead with the construction of 4,000 1,000-kW flash charging stations, with the first batch of about 500 ready for use in early April.
The 1-MW flash charging can add 400 kilometers of range to a vehicle in five minutes.
Tesla drops ‘FSD’ from name of its driver-assist tech in China
After a rocky rollout of its “Full Self-Driving” (FSD) system in China, Tesla is dropping “FSD” from the name of the system while it faces increased scrutiny from regulators. Read more…
CATL’s planned HK listing gets green light from Chinese mainland securities regulator
CATL received approval from the Chinese mainland securities regulator to move forward with its planned listing on the main board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange.
CATL’s Hong Kong listing will raise at least $5 billion and will be the city’s biggest in four years.
Orange EV introduces 7.5 year, 30,000-hour warranty for its electric terminal trucks
Orange EV, a manufacturer of Class-8 electric terminal trucks, has introduced a new 7.5-year, 30,000-hour warranty. The expanded warranty not only covers the truck’s battery, but also the powertrain, motors, controllers, wire harnesses, cables and key electric components. “Delivering the highest-quality terminal trucks has always been our priority,” said Kurt Neutgens, President and CTO of… Read more…
Hyundai teases Insteroid Concept – electric muscle with video game vibes
Hyundai is yet again pushing the boundaries of electric car design with the wild Insteroid concept. Based on the recently revealed Inster EV it adds muscle car elements and gaming-inspired features. The result is a striking concept that Hyundai claims was designed to ignite an emotional connection with electric vehicles. The Insteroid’s design is as aggressive as it gets. A… Read more…
The SEL trim is the best 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 lease deal right now
The 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 SEL is more expensive than the more basic SE, but it’s a better lease deal this month – here’s the lowdown.. Read more…
Tesla drops ‘FSD’ from name of its smart driving software in China
Tesla has changed the name of its software package priced at RMB 64,000 ($8,820) in China to one that does not include the word “FSD”.
It recently suspended the planned one-month free trial of FSD, as the software needs to complete the necessary approvals.
Giyani ramps up to produce battery-grade manganese at demonstration plant in South Africa
Giyani Metals, developer of the K.Hill Battery-Grade Manganese Project in Botswana, has started production at its demonstration plant in Johannesburg, South Africa. The company has developed a hydrometallurgical process to produce battery-grade manganese (HPMSM), a lithium-ion battery cathode precursor material. The production ramp-up has commenced and the plant is working towards initial production of battery-grade… Read more…
SK Enmove obtains international certification for new EV refrigerant
SK Enmove, a lubricant supplier for the automotive industry, has developed a next-generation refrigerant for vehicles to improve heating and cooling efficiency. Two of its products have received an R-Number, an international refrigerant certification, from the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE). They are also expected to meet the European Union’s expected… Read more…
Tesla can deliver a new Model Y order today in US – pointing to low demand for the refresh
You can order a new Model Y Launch Edition today in the US, and Tesla can deliver it on the same day. This points to weak demand just weeks after the new vehicle’s deliveries started, while CEO Elon Musk indirectly suggested strong demand. Read more…
Meet BYD’s new Sealion 05 EV, a smart electric SUV that’s cheaper than it looks
BYD’s new Sealion 05 EV is finally here, and it’s even better than expected. The mass-market electric SUV is loaded with BYD’s “God’s Eye” smart driving tech, has up to 323 miles of driving range, and starts at just around $16,000. It even has a built-in refrigerator. Read more…
XCharge NA + Hypercharge supercharge Canada’s EV infrastructure
XCharge North America (XCharge NA) and Hypercharge Networks are bringing bidirectional DC fast chargers to Canada, starting in British Columbia and Ontario.. Read more…
Tesla is banned from Canada EV rebate program, gov freezes suspicous $43 million in rebates
Tesla has been banned from upcoming federal EV rebate programs in Canada as the government freezes the suspicious $43 million in rebates that Tesla claimed days before the program was paused earlier this year. Read more…
Tesla shipments are down in Europe despite rapidly growing EV market
The Automobile Manufacturers Association (ACEA) published its report on vehicle registrations in Europe, and it brought excellent news for the European EV market, but bad news for Tesla. According to the numbers, Tesla’s sales crashed some 40% in February year-on-year, and are overall down 43% since the beginning of 2025. In stark contrast, the entire European EV market grew 28%… Read more…
Amprius ships new 6.3 Ah silicon anode cell to light electric vehicle company
Amprius Technologies, a manufacturer of lithium-ion batteries that use silicon anode technology, has shipped its new 6.3 Ah SiCore cell to an unnamed customer that is in the light electric vehicle segment, a member of the Fortune 500 list. The battery is intended for applications that require more efficient energy storage solutions, the company said,… Read more…
Yanmar’s vision for electric construction equipment includes self-propelled moible charger
The future, according to Yanmar, is smart electrification, and that includes getting power to where it is needed. If an off-highway electric vehicle cannot go off-site to be charged because the operator cannot afford any downtime, Yanmar will send a charger to the OHEV. Yanmar, a Japanese engine and heavy machinery manufacturer, has released its… Read more…
