KIMS develops a sandwich-structured grain boundary diffusion process to improve coercivity in thick Nd-Fe-B magnets for EV motors. Read more…
The 2027 Volvo EX60 Is Cheaper Than A Plug-In Hybrid XC60
The XC60 has long been Volvo’s best-seller. Now, the EX60 sets its sights on stealing the top spot from its aging brother. Read More…
GWM launches Wey V9X flagship SUV to step up efforts in premium NEV market
The Wey V9X is the first mass-produced model on GWM’s new Global One S platform, with a starting price of 349,800 yuan ($51,370). Read more…
ICCT analysis maps global distribution of EV sales
Over 20 million battery electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids were on the roads globally by 2025—not just in major markets like China, Europe, the USA, and India. As an ICCT study shows, eleven emerging economies also added a combined total of around one million new electric vehicles—double the number from 2024. Read more…
Jaguar’s electric four-door GT to be named Type 01
Jaguar continues its incremental strategy and, a few weeks after releasing photos of camouflaged prototypes, has now announced the name of its new all-electric model: it will be called Type 01. The ‘0’ stands for electric propulsion and emission-free driving, while the ‘1’ signifies the first Jaguar of a new era. Read more…
Why every American family should have an e-bike at home
There’s a sentence that still sounds slightly radical in much of America, even though millions of people elsewhere in the world would barely think twice about it: Every family should own an e-bike. Read more…
XPeng (XPEV) rolls first mass-produced robotaxi off the line, a China first
XPeng (NYSE: XPEV) announced today that it has rolled the first mass-produced unit of its robotaxi off the production line in Guangzhou. The milestone makes XPeng the first automaker in China to achieve mass production of a robotaxi built entirely through full-stack, in-house development. Read more…
Ford bets on 5 new vehicles, including EVs and Bronco, to spark Europe comeback
Ford will introduce five new vehicles, including an electrified Bronco and several new EVs, as part of its plans to revive the struggling brand in Europe. Read more…
BYD Denza launches N9 flash charging edition, featuring 9-minute fast charging
The Denza N9 SUV’s flash charging edition starts at 409,800 yuan ($60,260), significantly lower than its previously announced pre-sales price. Read more…
California launches $1 billion rebate programme for electric trucks
California has opened applications for a new rebate programme for electric medium- and heavy-duty trucks. Backed by more than $1 billion through 2030, the initiative aims to accelerate fleet electrification and strengthen the state’s position in the global zero-emission vehicle market. Read more…
USA: BMW introduces discounted charging rates at Ionna network
BMW has launched a preferred pricing programme for BMW and Mini EV drivers at Ionna charging locations across the United States. The offer provides a 20% discount on charging sessions and is integrated via Plug & Charge and the My BMW App. Read more…
Green SM to deploy more than 18,000 VinFast EVs across the Philippines
Vietnamese electric taxi operator and leasing provider Green SM has announced plans to deploy up to 18,497 VinFast EVs across the Philippines. The agreement could mark the largest bulk deal for VinFast EVs in the country. Read more…
Ford plans new compact EV and additional models for Europe
Ford plans to introduce five entirely new passenger car models by the end of 2029, all manufactured in Europe for the European market. These include a fully electric compact car, a small electric SUV, and three models available with various powertrain options. Read more…
BMW Is Working On A Cheaper Neue Klasse EV
The next-generation 1 Series is getting a dedicated electric version riding on the Neue Klasse platform. Read More…
Xpeng advances Southeast Asia push with Indonesian factory takeover
Xpeng acquired a 90.1% stake in Indonesian auto assembly entity EIDO. Read more…
Dongfeng to build new Peugeot and Jeep models for Stellantis
Stellantis is expanding its partnership with the Chinese state-owned company Dongfeng. However, contrary to expectations, this does not involve the production of Dongfeng vehicles in European Stellantis plants. Instead, the focus is on manufacturing Jeep and Peugeot models at Dongfeng’s facilities in China. Read more…
Gotion receives €92 million for two battery projects in Spain
Chinese battery manufacturer Gotion High-Tech has been provisionally awarded €92 million under Spain’s Perte VEC funding program to advance two battery projects in Valladolid. These include a production facility for battery cathodes and a battery recycling plant. Read more…
Xiaomi sets up subsidiary for battery and electric motor production
Xiaomi has set up a subsidiary called Beijing Xiaomi Jingxu Technology, which is intended to produce electric motors and batteries. According to Chinese media, Xiaomi plans a joint-venture battery factory with an annual capacity of 15 GWh, which is expected to begin production later this year. Read more…
Nidec to withdraw from e-axle business
Nidec is seeking to exit its e-axle business in China and Europe: To this end, the Japanese industrial group plans to withdraw from Guangzhou Nidec Auto Drive System, a joint venture established in 2019 with partner GAC. In Europe, a joint venture with Stellantis is affected. Read more…
Tesla’s Model Y Price Bump Makes The Ioniq 5 And Mustang Mach-E Look Better Than Ever
The Model Y’s price has been stable for the last two years, but times have changed. Read More…
