A research team at the Paul Scherrer Institute (PSI) in Switzerland has developed a new sustainable process and cathode surface coating that can be used to improve the electrochemical performance of lithium-ion batteries. Initial tests of high-voltage batteries using this method indicate it could be used to make lithium-ion batteries for EVs more efficient. At… Read more…
BMW’s Flexibility Is Paying Off During ‘Rollercoaster’ EV Transition
BMW invested in platforms that can support internal-combustion, hybrid and electric powertrains. Now, that gamble is paying out. Read more…
2026 Volvo EX30 Cross Country EV straps on snow boots
The Volvo EX30 electric vehicle began arriving at U.S. dealerships last month, but only in top Twin Motor Performance guise. Other versions are on the way, though, including the more rugged EX30 Cross Country, which was unveiled in Sweden Monday. Volvo previewed the Cross Country with a concept vehicle that was unveiled alongside the production… Read more…
The Leapmotor T03 Is Good Enough To Make Stellantis Admit Defeat
This home-grown Chinese electric city car is remarkably good for the price. Read more…
Rugged Volvo EX30 Cross Country unveiled in Sweden
Volvo has a long history of creating Cross Country versions of its vehicles, starting with the V70 in 1997. These models offer a bit more ground clearance and some extra rugged exteriors, making them suitable for light off-road adventures. Now, Volvo is bringing this tradition to the electric vehicle market with the EX30 Cross Country. This compact electric SUV debuted… Read more…
Greece launches tender for 125 electric buses
The Greek Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport has launched an international tender to purchase 125 new electric buses. These will go into service in the capital Athens. Read more…
BorgWarner reveals four new major contracts from China
BorgWarner has secured four new projects with three major Chinese domestic brands. The projects centre around the delivery of electric drive systems for BEVs, PHEVs and HEVs. Read more…
Lift’s new Lift5 and LiftX electric foil surfboards make gliding over water easier than ever
Foil wings are changing the way that watercraft operate. Foils are now exploding in water transport, from surfing to boating… Read more…
Tesla stores are targeted by vandals and arsonists, FBI gets involved
Tesla stores have increasingly become targets of vandals amid rising discontent with the company’s CEO, Elon Musk. Read more…
BYD’s most affordable EVs just got a smart driving upgrade, for free
BYD believes good tech should be available to everyone. The world’s largest EV maker is making smart driving more affordable by upgrading its top-selling EVs with new tech, for free. Even its cheapest model, the Seagull, which starts at under $10,000 (69,900 yuan), is getting a smart upgrade. Read more…
Spy image reveals our first look at the EV interior of NIO’s new Firefly sub-brand
The details of Chinese EV automaker NIO’s ultra-affordable sub-brand, Firefly, continue to trickle in from overseas. A spy image of the interior of the first Firefly model is spreading like wildfire across Chinese social media, sharing our first look at its front seat. Read more…
Trump Freezes EV Charger Funding And Nobody Is Happy About It
It’s not just car companies—gas station owners are angry, too. Plus, Nissan wants new friends and Europe’s automakers prep for a tough year. Read more…
ComEd earmarks $100 mn in rebates for EVs and chargers
ComEd, Illinois’ largest utility provider, announced that it is making 100 million dollars in rebates available in 2025 for private, public, and business customers ready to invest in electric mobility. Read more…
Guinness World Record: Porsche Taycan achieves longest drift with an EV on ice
Porsche has set its fourth Guinness World Record with its Taycan electric model – this time, the premium electric car has broken the record for the longest continuous drift of an electric vehicle on ice. All to the backdrop of the beautiful icy landscape in northern Finland. Read more…
Jeep, Ford, Audi plug-in hybrid recalls: Battery replacement the next step?
Damage to the batteries’ separator could lead to shorts and/or fires Recall campaigns from Stellantis, Ford, and Audi allow replacement of battery packs New paperwork filed by battery supplier Samsung SDI says the issue remains under investigation Plug-in hybrids from multiple automakers have been recalled due a potential issue with vehicles’… Read more…
Mercedes-Benz EQB EV Recalled Over Battery Fire Risk
The automaker recommends owners only charge their EVs up to 80% state of charge until the fix is applied. Read more…
BYD expedites smart driving era with sweeping updates to 21 models
BYD has rolled out Smart Driving Edition updates for 21 models, including the Seagull, which is priced as low as RMB 69,800.
BYD said that in the next 2 to 3 years, high-level smart driving capabilities will become as essential a vehicle feature as seat belts and airbags.
Maruti Suzuki says EVs won’t give ICEV-like margins for a long time
India’s Maruti Suzuki does not expect EVs to offer the same level of profitability as internal combustion engine vehicles anytime soon. The country’s leading automaker still sees ICE models as its bread and butter for the foreseeable future. Read more…
Airbus pauses hydrogen aviation project
The aviation group Airbus is not only suspending the development of a battery-electric air taxi, but also that of a hydrogen aircraft. This was originally due to be ready for flight in 2035.
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Kia EV3 was the most popular car in the Netherlands in January
The Netherlands’ January registration statistics are making people sit up and take notice. In the first month of 2025, the Kia EV3 was the most popular car model across all drive systems. Overall, every third car registered in the Netherlands in January was electric. Read more…
