CharIN has validated comemso’s EVCA (Electric Vehicle Communication Analyzer and Simulator) as a Conformance Test System for DC EVSE (Charging System Basic and Extended) under the CharIN Conformance Testing System (CCTS) program. comemso reports that this validation matters because it is intended to confirm standard-compliant, reproducible test results that support interoperability across different laboratory configurations…. Read more…
CharIN validates comemso EVCA test system for DC charging performance and interoperability
CharIN has validated comemso’s EVCA (Electric Vehicle Communication Analyzer and Simulator) as a Conformance Test System for DC EVSE (Charging System Basic and Extended) under the CharIN Conformance Testing System (CCTS) program. comemso reports that this validation matters because it is intended to confirm standard-compliant, reproducible test results that support interoperability across different laboratory configurations…. Read more…
Xos expands mobile charging Hub lineup with three capacity options
Commercial EV and mobile charging firm Xos has expanded its Hub lineup with three new capacity options to deliver fast mobile charging across Classes 1-2 through to heavy-duty fleet operations. The 210 kWh, 420 kWh and 630 kWh configurations are designed to make rapid-deployment charging infrastructure accessible to fleets of all sizes and duty cycles…. Read more…
Xos expands mobile charging Hub lineup with three capacity options
Commercial EV and mobile charging firm Xos has expanded its Hub lineup with three new capacity options to deliver fast mobile charging across Classes 1-2 through to heavy-duty fleet operations. The 210 kWh, 420 kWh and 630 kWh configurations are designed to make rapid-deployment charging infrastructure accessible to fleets of all sizes and duty cycles…. Read more…
The World’s First Sodium-Ion Battery EV Is A Winter Range Monster
It’s the beginning of a “dual chemistry era” as sodium-ion batteries have overcome all hurdles to enter mass production.
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Xpeng showcases a new six-seat GX SUV
Currently, Xpeng has three SUV models – the G9, G7 and G6. Today, the company unwrapped a new model called Xpeng GX, but didn’t go into much detail. The Chinese automaker shared a couple of images and some features. The first thing that comes to mind when you see the renders is, obviously, the Range Rover by Land Rover. The… Read more…
Testing the Mazda6e: more than just a stylish saloon alternative?
With the Mazda6 sedan, the Japanese manufacturer celebrated great success over three generations. The fourth edition is now purely electric and built in China. During an initial test drive, the Mazda6e has shown glimpses of its potential. But can this electric sedan also impress on long distances?
Foxconn inaugurates R&D centre for electric vehicles in China
Foxconn has opened a research and development centre for electric vehicles in Zhengzhou, China. The new centre began operations on Wednesday and aims to reduce the production cycle for new vehicle models to 24 months. Read more…
BYD is working on an India-specific model
Aiming for deeper penetration in the Indian car market, BYD is planning an India-specific model. The company acknowledges it needs to place greater emphasis on the emerging market to drive growth. Read more…
Here’s our first look at Ford’s $30,000 mid-size electric pickup
Ford is betting on its new Universal EV platform to compete with BYD and other leading Chinese brands. The first UEV-based model will be a mid-size electric pickup that Ford says will start at around $30,000. Here’s our first look at it. Read more…
Audi announces 2027 A6/Q6 e-tron updates: scroll wheel return, new drift mode, improved regen
Audi is rolling out significant updates to its A6 e-tron and Q6 e-tron electric vehicles for the 2027 model year, bringing back physical controls, adding a new “dynamic plus” drift mode, and improving regenerative braking for better efficiency. Read more…
Trek shifts itself with a new 28 MPH car-replacing e-bike
Trek just pulled the covers off a new top-tier city e-bike aimed squarely at riders who want comfort, power, and polish without turning daily riding into a hobby that requires constant tinkering. The new Trek Charter+ arrives as Trek’s most premium everyday e-bike yet, blending high-end drivetrain tech, deep integration, and a strong focus on car-replacement practicality. Read more…
San Bernadino hub can now charge 200 electric semi trucks per day
One of the busiest HDEV charging depots in the country got a major upgrade last week, enabling it to charge up to 200 electric semi trucks per day and offer megawatt charging to trucks that can handle the power. Read more…
Michigan takes major oil companies to court
The state of Michigan is suing several major oil companies and the industry association ‘American Petroleum Institute’, alleging that they colluded to stop the adoption of EVs and green energy. The lawsuit was announced last Friday, and names BP, Chevron, ExxonMobil, Shell and the institute. Read more…
Cheap Chinese EVs? Canadians Are More Interested Than You’d Think
Plus, Germany ranked second-highest in EV production last year, and automakers argue for the safety of robotaxis. Lire la suite…
Phoenix Contact unveils charging inlet for commercial vehicles with integrated control system
Phoenix Contact presents a CCS charging socket equipped with integrated charging control. This component combines functions that were previously separate. The ‘CHARX connect advanced’ is expected to be available in series production starting in the third quarter of 2026. Sample units for OEMs are already available. Read more…
CATL’s sodium-ion batteries begin deployment in production-ready passenger vehicles
CATL and Changan jointly unveiled a passenger vehicle model equipped with sodium-ion batteries, expected to launch in mid-2026.
EV models featuring Naxtra sodium-ion batteries offer up to 400 kilometers of pure electric range, with future models potentially reaching 600 kilometers.
This Tiny EV Company Is Promising Solid-State Batteries In 2027
Karma Automotive has not made a fully electric model yet. Its first one could ditch lithium-ions altogether for a solid-state pack. Lire la suite…
Battery shortage at ACC likely to impact Stellantis production
Battery manufacturers and automakers have since adjusted their once-ambitious production targets. However, the multi-brand group Stellantis is currently struggling to meet its planned electric vehicle production, allegedly due to battery supply bottlenecks from ACC. Read more…
UK EV registrations edge up in January but lose market share
Battery-electric car registrations in the UK rose slightly in January 2026, according to the SMMT, but their market share fell to its lowest level since April 2025. Plug-in hybrids recorded strong growth as the overall new car market expanded year on year. Read more…
