Chinese battery manufacturer CATL‘s marine battery system has obtained the type approval certificate issued by the Italian Classification Society (RINA). The approval follows certifications from classification societies in France, the US and Norway, adding another crucial “passport” for CATL’s entry into the global market, the company said. The Jining 6006 electric cargo ship, developed by… Read more…
Kia’s PV5 Makes the VW ID. Buzz Look Excessive
Kia’s new van-based electric people carrier might have just the right blend of style, practicality and pricing to become a winner. Lire la suite…
Android Auto will support casting soon, redesigned music player coming too
According to a new report, Google is working on bringing support for casting to Android Auto. Once this is live, you will be able to cast from a phone or tablet to your car. Android Automotive does have casting support built-in, so it’s good to see this also heading to Android Auto (Android Automotive is the OS that some car… Read more…
Volvo’s Smallest EV Struggled in America. These Two New EX30 Versions Might Change That
The Volvo EX30 is a hard sell for many Americans, but these two new variants could make more buyers choose this compact electric. Lire la suite…
Defense Logistics Agency awards grant to 6K Energy to develop cathode active material
US-based 6K Energy, a division of 6K, has been awarded a research and development grant of $1.9 million from the Battery Network (BATTNET) Program III from the US Defense Logistics Agency (DLA). The grant will help the company develop and scale up the production of single-crystal (SC) NMC721 battery cathode powders using 6K’s UniMelt microwave… Read more…
Inovance Automotive and Innoscience integrate OBC and DC-DC converter into two-in-one GaN power system
Chinese EV components supplier Suzhou Inovance Automotive Systems and gallium nitride (GaN) power device manufacturer Innoscience (Suzhou) Technology have integrated their 6.6 kW onboard charger (OBC) system powered by 650 V GaN devices. The two-in-one power system integrates the OBC and the DC-DC converter. The optimized architecture and Innoscience’s high-voltage GaN devices, which feature ultra-low… Read more…
A ‘Very Significant Undertaking’: Ford’s Affordable EV Platform May Not Come To Europe
Ford’s whole EV plan hinges on its new “Universal Electric Vehicle” platform. I always considered Europe part of the universe, but maybe I’m wrong. Lire la suite…
Nissan begins production of third-generation LEAF at English EV plant
Nissan has started production of the third generation of its LEAF EV at its plant in Sunderland, England. The new LEAF features a 75 kWh battery pack, and boasts a range of up to 386 miles per charge. The UK government has confirmed that the Leaf will qualify for the full £3,750 electric car grant…. Read more…
Hyundai and Kia invest in VisIC for power semiconductors
VisIC Technologies, which is developing gallium nitride (GaN) power semiconductors for EVs, has announced the second closing of its Series B funding, securing $26 million. The round was led by an unnamed global semiconductor company and included participation from automakers Hyundai Motor and Kia. The lead investor’s focus on advancing critical semiconductor technologies complements VisIC’s… Read more…
Hyundai’s flagship electric SUVs are affordable and ‘top-tier’ for safety
Hyundai Motor Group, including Kia and Genesis, won the most IIHS Top Safety Award for the second year in a row, with its flagship electric SUVs delivering “top-tier” safety performance in every test. Read more…
Tesla signs massive 1 GWh Megapack project in the UK with Matrix Renewables
Tesla Energy has secured another massive Megapack project in the UK. Matrix Renewables announced today that it has signed a full EPC agreement with Tesla for a 500 MW / 1 GWh battery energy storage system in Scotland. Read more…
The Dark Side Of Tesla’s Sleek Door Handle Tech
Plus, Nissan’s dealers want more hybrids, and the $35,000 Cybertruck is coming—just not how you think. Lire la suite…
This New Tesla Supercharger Extension Cable Fixes All Of Its Predecessor’s Problems
Hansshow’s new NACS to CCS1 extension cable saves EV owners from taking up to spots at Tesla Superchargers. Is it worth it, though? Lire la suite…
Porsche to close EV charging network in China next year
The German automaker has confirmed plans to close its self-operated charging hubs in China from March 2026. Around 200 sites will be affected. Read more…
New round of EV fleet funding opens in NSW
The government of New South Wales, Australia has opened the latest funding round of its EV fleet incentives programme. More than $5 million AUD is now available for businesses looking to adopt EVs. Read more…
India: Sarla Aviation begins testing its eVTOL in Bengaluru
Indian aerospace startup Sarla Aviation has commenced testing of its eVTOL at its facility in
Bengaluru (Karnataka). The company aims to begin commercial operations in 2029. Read more…
Chery reveals new Exeed ES7 GT, ES8, ET8, and ET9 as well as advanced solid-state battery plans
Chery just held a big event to show off the future of its luxury brand, Exeed. The company introduced four new electric cars: the ES7 GT, ES8, ET8, and ET9. These vehicles are part of a plan to help the brand sell more cars after a slow year. From January to November, Exeed sold 97,706 vehicles, which is about 24… Read more…
New Fastned rapid chargers for UK’s North East
Fastned has just opened two new ultra-rapid charging hubs in the North East of England – one near Newcastle and the other in Sunderland. It brings the total number of Fastned sites in the region up to 13. Read more…
ZF sells ADAS division to Harman International
The ZF Group is transferring its Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) business unit, which includes compute solutions, smart cameras, radar technology, and driver assistance software functions, to Harman International, a US-based specialist in interior electronics. Read more…
Geely’s popular Xingyuan EV achieves 500,000 deliveries just 14 months after launch
In November, the Xingyuan EV recorded retail sales of 44,239 units, marking its sixth consecutive month surpassing the 40,000-unit mark.
The currently available Xingyuan EV was launched on October 10 with a limited-time starting price of RMB 65,800 ($9,360).
