In France, 13 charging infrastructure operators (CPOs) have joined forces to form the new Charge France association in order to massively drive forward the expansion of the French HPC charging network. The aim is to have 40,000 ultra-fast charging points by 2028, with Ionity, Fastned and Allego among the founding members. Read more…
Rolls-Royce Spectre brings Black Badge into electric era
In recent years, Rolls-Royce has launched a series of Black Badge models aimed at updating the stalwart luxury brand’s image with a more youthful and sporty demeanor and a darker color palette. Now the first electric Rolls-Royce—the Spectre coupe—is getting the Black Badge treatment. Rolls claims it’s the most powerful production car… Read more…
Princeton University announces breakthrough sodium-ion cathode material
Sodium-ion batteries could be a cost-effective alternative to lithium-ion batteries. However, their energy density is often still too low. According to Princeton University, researchers have discovered a high-energy sodium-ion cathode that could outperform lithium-ion cathodes. Read more…
Dongfeng Honda to launch S7 SUV on Mar 6 with Huawei smart driving, report says
Dongfeng Honda will offer two smart driving solutions for the S7 SUV — Honda Sensing 360+, and Huawei’s smart driving solution, according to local media.
Honda unveiled a new EV brand called Ye in China in April 2024, but is no longer mentioning the brand in its current marketing.
Nio subsidiary Onvo to launch large SUV ‘L90’
The Chinese electric car manufacturer Nio has revealed the first details about the second model of its sub-brand Onvo: The vehicle is to be called L90 and will be unveiled in Q2. Sales are then expected to start within the 3rd quarter. Read more…
CALB prepares to build its battery plant in Portugal
Chinese battery manufacturer CALB will start with the construction of its first European battery factory this year. The plant at the port of Sines, Portugal, first announced in 2022, is scheduled to go into operation in 2028, not at the end of 2025 as initially planned. The company will build cells and ready-to-install packs there. Read more…
RoboSense reaches 1 millionth LiDAR delivery milestone
RoboSense produced its one millionth LiDAR and delivered it to a humanoid robot company.
RoboSense’s LiDAR sales in 2024 were 544,200 units, 95.52 percent of which were automotive LiDARs.
Wuling’s best-selling Hongguang Mini EV gets a four-door version
The Wuling Hongguang Mini EV is a very popular Mini EV in China, owing to its pricing and compact size. And now to further broaden its appeal it’s getting a four-door version. The Hongguang Mini EV has been a runaway success since its initial release in July 2020. Its low price point and small footprint made it a hit with… Read more…
Wrightbus improves H2 double-decker Streetdeck Hydroliner
Northern Irish manufacturer Wrightbus has unveiled the second generation of its hydrogen double-decker bus Streetdeck Hydroliner. Thanks to increased efficiency, the new generation should offer a greater range, cost less and be able to transport more passengers. Read more…
Mercedes’ Solid-State Battery Prototype Comes Out Of The Lab, Onto The Road
With the same battery size and same weight, the solid-state chemistry is expected to deliver 25% more range on the prototype EQS. Read more…
US federal buildings take down EV chargers
The US General Services Administration (GSA) will shut down all EV chargers at federal-owned government buildings. It will also start replacing its electric vehicles fleets – a sharp u-turn from policies implemented by the Biden administration. Read more…
BWM will not build electric Minis in Oxford – for now
The BMW Group has put its plan to manufacture electric Mini cars at the Oxford plant in England on ice. Two all-electric models were due to roll off the production line at Oxford next year – which has now been postponed indefinitely. Read more…
Chery reportedly to follow BYD in featuring smart driving on low-cost models
Chery plans to equip its all-electric model Little Ant with a smart driving system based on the Qualcomm 8620 platform, according to local media.
The Little Ant is one of Chery’s least expensive models, currently starting at RMB 59,900 ($8,270) in China.
BYD teases new electric sedan Qin L EV
The Qin L EV is a mid-size all-electric sedan aimed at a young demographic.
The Qin family is one of BYD’s best-selling models, with 732,252 units sold in 2024.
Avatr launches 2 EV models in Qatar
Avatr has launched the Avatr 11 SUV and Avatr 12 sedan in Qatar, expanding its presence in the Middle East.
Avatr signed a deal with local distributor Alattiya in August 2024 to expand into the Qatari market.
Huawei has sent team of 300 to Avatr for joint car-making, report says
Huawei and Avatr are working together on product definition, user insights, and marketing strategies, according to local media.
Last December, Avatr and Huawei signed an agreement to deepen their strategic cooperation.
IM Motors ships 1st batch of LS6 SUVs to Thailand, local launch to be in Mar
The LS6 has been rebranded as the IM6 in Thailand and will officially go on sale on March 24 at the Thailand auto show.
Last week a report said that the LS6 would be sold under IM Motors’ sister brand MG, under the name MG IM6 in Thailand.
Huawei Maextro set to challenge Maybach, Rolls-Royce in China with 852 hp
Packing up to 852 hp and a cutting-edge technology stack developed by Huawei, Chinese luxury brand Maextro just revealed its latest entry into the Mercedes-Maybach EQS and Rolls-Royce Spectre segment of ultra-luxe EVs. Meet the all-new Maextro S800. Read more…
Xiaomi to officially launch SU7 Ultra on Feb 27
The Xiaomi SU7 Ultra will be officially launched on February 27, and an event will begin at 7 pm Beijing time that day.
The SU7 Ultra is about four times the price of the regular SU7, and is targeting sales of 10,000 units this year.
Chinese battery maker CALB previews doubling net income in 2024
CALB expects its net income to increase by about 80 percent to 100 percent in 2024 compared to 2023 due to growth in business scale and lower costs.
CALB’s power battery installations in China were 36.49 GWh in 2024, up 10.95 percent year-on-year.
