The Vision V concept is finally turning into reality. Mercedes is ready to introduce the all-electric VLE, the successor to the Vito and V-Class. The VLE uses the VAN.EA platform and is a flexible vehicle for families and “leisure active customers”, as well as VIP shuttles. Its official unveiling is taking place tomorrow, March 10, at 7 PM CET, which… Read more…
Genesis GV90 appears at a Tesla Supercharger ahead of its big debut [Image]
A covered Genesis GV90 appears to be charging at a Tesla Supercharger ahead of its expected debut later this year. Read more…
Tesla loses software director who built its OTA and Robotaxi infrastructure
Thomas Dmytryk, the director who led the team that built Tesla’s over-the-air update infrastructure and the software backbone of its Robotaxi ride-hailing service, has announced his departure after 11 years at the automaker. Read more…
Another automaker joins BYD with ultra-fast 1,500 kW EV chargers
BYD’s Flash Chargers can charge an electric vehicle just as fast as filling up at a gas station, but it’s not the only automaker with ultra-fast 1,500 kW EV chargers. Read more…
Bluetti 3,014Wh Elite 300 power station launch with up to $1,873 exclusive savings from $1,011 + Spring Sale lineup from $349, more
We’re kickstarting this week’s Green Deals with headliners from Bluetti – both a brand-new launch alongside a packed sale event lineup – both featuring exclusive bonus savings of 5% to 8% for our readers only. To start, there’s the launch of Bluetti’s Elite 300 Portable Power Station and bundles with up to $1,873 savings that start from $1,011. Right behind it is Bluetti’s Spring Forward Sale with up to 55% discounts (and extra savings) on power stations starting from $349, like the Apex 300 Versatile Power Station with a B300K Expansion Battery at $2,374 (best price since Black Friday/Cyber Monday). We also have Velotric’s latest Spring e-bike sale with up to $512 savings, Greenworks’ popular 24-inch compact chainsaw kit, and much more waiting for you below. And don’t forget the hangover deals from last week at the bottom of the page, collected together in our latest roundup edition of Electrified Weekly. Read more…
Slate Names New CEO Months Before Launching Its Cheap EV Truck
Slate’s new top executive, Peter Faricy, will be tasked with bringing its mid-$20,000s pickup truck to market. Lire la suite…
Hoenle’s new UV-curable Vitralit CIPG 60200 seals automotive electronics housings up to 150 °C
Hoenle Adhesives has introduced Vitralit CIPG 60200, a UV-curable cured-in-place gasket material for automotive and e-mobility electronics housings. The company is positioning the blue fluorescent polyacrylate as an alternative to conventional solid gaskets and FIPG silicone systems for complex 3D sealing geometries. Hoenle says the material can be dispensed precisely with adhesive valves and programmable… Read more…
First Aptera solar-powered EV rolls off validation assembly line
Aptera Motors (NASDAQ: SEV) was originally founded in 2006. However, while other EV startups from that area endeavored (and mostly failed) to follow a three-step iteration from a low-volume luxury vehicle to an affordable mass-market EV, Aptera took an entirely different approach. The goal was simply to build the most efficient EV possible with available… Read more…
Geely to unveil Galaxy M7 on Mar 13, targeting cost-effective hybrid market
Geely will unveil the Galaxy M7 mid-size plug-in hybrid SUV on March 13 to help regain the sub-brand’s strong sales momentum.
The first production M7 officially rolled off the assembly line on March 5, marking Geely Galaxy’s 2-millionth vehicle production milestone.
Huawei-backed Qijing names 1st EV GT7 ahead of Mar 17 debut
Qijing has officially named its first shooting brake coupe GT7, highlighting the model’s driving control and intelligent experience.
The GT7 is equipped with Huawei’s highest-specification 896-channel LiDAR technology, aiming to capture a share of China’s growing premium EV market.
WeRide, Geely unit to build 2,000 robotaxis in 2026 push
The upgraded GXR robotaxi is scheduled to officially roll off the production line in the third quarter of 2026.
Leveraging Geely Farizon’s manufacturing system, the production time for a single vehicle to roll off the line will be drastically reduced from 1 hour to under 10 minutes.
2026 BYD Seal 07 gets faster charging
On March 5, 2026, BYD officially launched the Seal 07 EV. This mid-size sedan is a major step forward in how fast an electric vehicle can recharge its battery. BYD is hoping to take the lead from its competitors by offering advanced technology at a much lower price point. One of the most impressive things about the Seal 07 EV… Read more…
2026 Luxeed S7 interior, design and features review
Huawei is a name most people know for smartphones, network equipment and smart wearables. However, a while back, the tech giant decided it wanted to rule the world of electric cars as well. To do this, they teamed up with a car maker Chery to create a new brand – Luxeed. Their first big swing at the EV market was… Read more…
PERTE funding: EU gives green light for industry aid in Spain
The European Commission has approved a Spanish aid programme worth €200 million. The sum is part of the national PERTE programme. With this, the government in Madrid aims, among other things, to strengthen and expand the supplier industry for electric vehicles in the country. Read more…
Porsche likely to continue development of electric 718 successors
The next generation of the Porsche 718 Boxster and Cayman is apparently still in development despite rumors of a possible discontinuation. According to statements from Porsche Australia’s CEO, the question regarding the market launch is no longer about ‘if’ but rather about ‘when.’ Read more…
Nio’s smart driving usage surges in 1st full month after world model update
Nio’s smart driving mileage topped 200 million kilometers in February, jumping 81.5% from January.
The surge follows a major NWM software update in late January that introduced a more human-like driving experience.
Former Li Auto smart driving head joins embodied AI frenzy
Former Li Auto smart driving head Lang Xianpeng has founded an embodied AI company, teaming up with an Alibaba veteran.
This move comes as investors aggressively chase robotics startups, despite the industry still facing technological uncertainties.
BYD to keep 1st-gen blade battery to offer buyers more choices
BYD will produce both generations of blade batteries, aiming to provide customers with more options and maintain pricing flexibility.
BYD hopes to reverse months of consecutive sales declines by deploying its new ultra-fast charging technology.
Zeekr reportedly plans price hike for facelifted 007 GT as memory chip costs surge
The updated Zeekr 007 GT, set to launch in the second quarter, will see a price increase amid rising chip and battery costs, according to a local media report.
Upgrades to Nvidia’s Thor-U chips and a 900-volt architecture have led to higher costs for DDR5 memory and other components.
CATL posts 42% profit jump in 2025 amid strong EV battery sales
CATL’s net income reached 72.2 billion yuan ($10.4 billion) in 2025, and it announced a generous cash dividend plan.
CATL saw its revenue grow by 17.04% in 2025, reaching 423.7 billion yuan.
