Nio reported an adjusted operating profit (non-GAAP) of RMB 66.8 million ($9.7 million) for the first quarter of 2026. Read more…
Skoda Epiq shifts the balance for entry-level electric cars
The EV market is finally shifting its focus toward affordability, and the newest entry goes straight for the mainstream buyer. Skoda Epiq is built on VW’s MEB+ architecture, and represents a calculated effort to bring zero-emission driving to a broader global audience. Early EVs demanded a financial premium, but this new model arrives with pricing designed to match conventional petrol… Read more…
BYD expands Indonesia lineup with DM hybrid technology
BYD launched its DM hybrid technology in Indonesia, with the M6 DM MPV being the first model equipped with the tech. Read more…
Openreach expands electric van fleet to 7,000 vehicles
Openreach has deployed its 7,000th electric van as part of the electrification of its 23,000-strong fleet. The operator said the rollout has focused on ensuring electric vans meet the operational requirements of engineers working across urban and rural environments. Read more…
Kia set to shake up the A segment from 2028
The Kia EV1 micro-electric car is reportedly expected to launch in 2028 with a starting price of between 20,000 and 22,000 euros – followed by a sister model from Hyundai, possibly called the Ioniq 1. Both are credited with setting new standards of smart car capabilities. Read more…
DKV launches charging card for electric trucks
DKV Mobility is launching a charging card specifically for transport companies operating electric trucks. The DKV Card +Charge Truck provides access to more than 3,000 verified truck-compatible charging points across 17 European countries. The card covers both charging for electric trucks and refuelling for conventional vehicles. Read more…
Onvo Launches Large Five-Seater SUV L80
Nio’s Onvo brand has launched its third model in China: The Onvo L80 is a large electric SUV resembling the L90 but offering two instead of three rows of seats. The nearly 5.15-meter-long and luxuriously equipped vehicle features an 85 kWh battery and achieves a CLTC range of up to 605 km, depending on the configuration. Read more…
Tesla gets green light for FSD (Supervised) in Lithuania
Lithuania has become the first EU member state to recognise the type approval for Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (Supervised) driver assistance system, granted by the Dutch authority RDW. Previously, Tesla had aimed for EU-wide approval in one go, but that proved more complicated than the US manufacturer had hoped. Read more…
Tesla Says FSD Is Finally Live In China, But Leaves Drivers Guessing On Rollout
After years of delays, Tesla confirmed that its driving assistance system is now available in China. Nobody can find it, though. Read More…
Bojangles Is Going Into EV Fast Charging
The beloved Southern food brand opened its first DC fast charging station in Savannah, Georgia. More are in the works. Read More…
Tesla says FSD Supervised now available in countries including China
Tesla officially confirmed FSD Supervised has entered the world’s largest auto market for the first time. Read more…
Xpeng defends its pure vision strategy, says LiDAR is no longer necessary for cars
Xpeng CEO acknowledges LiDAR remains a good and necessary component in many other industries, but believes the auto industry no longer needs the sensor. Read more…
SEIA: AI is fueling a massive US energy storage boom
The US energy storage industry kicked off 2026 with its strongest Q1 on record, despite the Trump administration continuing to attack clean energy. Read more…
Ganfeng Lithium starts small-scale production of 500 Wh/kg solid-state batteries
Ganfeng said the battery cell is the world’s first 10 Ah solid-state product to reach a 500 Wh/kg energy density. Read more…
Xpeng’s new flagship GX SUV secures 24,863 firm orders in 12 hours after launch
The top-trim Ultra Flagship versions account for over 80% of Xpeng GX’s initial orders. Read more…
In a first, wind and solar generated more power than gas globally in April 2026
Wind and solar just hit a major global milestone: For the first time ever, they generated more electricity than gas for the full month of April. Read more…
Electrifying your fleet isn’t just about going green – it’s about staying in business
In the world of business, there are two kinds of sustainability – sustainability in the sense that we need a planet to live and breathe on, and sustainability in the sense that the business needs to stay in business. For years, EV proponents have been talking about sustainability of the first kind, but Trump’s war with Iran is proving that going electric can help with sustainability of the second kind, too. Read more…
SpaceX S-1 reveals Tesla’s Terafab deal is far from done
SpaceX filed its S-1 with the SEC today ahead of its blockbuster IPO, and buried in the 308-page document is a sobering reality check on the Tesla (TSLA) collaborations that Elon Musk has been hyping for months. Read more…
MathWorks adds Renesas hardware support packages for direct Simulink deployment to automotive and industrial MCUs
MathWorks adds hardware support packages for Renesas MCUs enabling direct Simulink deployment for automotive and industrial control applications. Read more…
Vishay’s new automotive optocouplers combine 5300 VRMS isolation and 11 mm creepage for EV electronics isolation stages
Vishay Intertechnology launches AEC-Q102 automotive optocouplers with 5300 VRMS isolation and 11 mm creepage for high-voltage EV electronics stages. Read more…
