Wallbox partners with Freenow by Lyft to provide tailored EV charging solutions for electric taxi fleets across key European markets. Read more…
Mercedes-AMG announces prices for the new all-electric GT
Mercedes-AMG opened order books for its all-electric performance flagship, the new AMG GT, with two distinct versions available at launch. The starting price for the base model, the AMG GT 55, starts from €154,700.00. Consumers who want the high-performance option must pay at least €196,350.00 for the AMG GT 63. These numbers place the new AMG out of reach for… Read more…
Another solid-state EV battery maker is going public to fund its next growth stage
After becoming the first to commercialize solid-state batteries, ProLogium announced it will become a publicly listed company through a business merger with a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC). Read more…
One of North America’s largest solar farms just came online in Texas
Canadian energy company Enbridge has switched on the first phase of its massive $1.1 billion Sequoia Solar project in Texas. Read more…
Rivian R2 officially launches June 9 – order invites, first deliveries, demo drives
The hotly-anticipated Rivian R2 is nearly upon us, and Rivian just gave everyone a single date to focus on: June 9. Read more…
Nexperia to manufacture next-gen power MOSFETs at Polar Semiconductor’s Minnesota foundry
Nexperia partners with Polar Semiconductor to produce next-gen power MOSFETs at a Minnesota foundry, securing US-based supply for automotive and AI sectors. Read more…
Everyone Seems To Hate Ferrari’s First EV. I Don’t
Don’t look at the Luce as a typical Ferrari, because it isn’t one. Read More…
This electric SUV with a semi-solid-state EV battery costs less than $15,000 in China
SAIC launched its first electric SUV powered by a semi-solid-state EV battery in China, starting at under $15,000. Read more…
Pine Point Schools cuts the ribbon on new, 2.7 MWh microgrid project
The Pine Point School district serving Minnesota’s White Earth Reservation community has taken a huge step towards energy independence this month, with the commissioning of a new solar + BESS microgrid project that will help insulate the district from energy rate hikes caused by new data center construction. Read more…
NIO launches ES9 flagship SUV: China’s largest EV, starting at $54K with BaaS
NIO officially launched the ES9 today, its flagship executive SUV and the largest battery electric SUV ever produced in China. The three-row SUV stretches 5,365 mm (17.6 ft) long on a 3,250 mm wheelbase, packing 520 kW (697 hp) and up to 620 km (385 miles) of CLTC range. Read more…
A new EV brand backed by 5 companies wants to shake up Japan’s cheap mini car market
BYD isn’t the only Chinese brand that wants to crack open Japan’s kei car market. Five companies, including China’s Chery Automotive and Japanese car parts giant Autobacs Seven, launched a new EV brand that will launch its first vehicle next year with prices on par with gas cars. Read more…
Vision Marine files patent application for electronically controlled reverse thrust in electric outboards
Vision Marine Technologies files patent for electronic reverse-thrust system in E-Motion electric marine outboards, simplifying motor control and integration. Read more…
China opens first truck battery swap station using Bosch BaaS
A new battery-swapping station for electric trucks has opened in Chizhou, China. What makes it special: The station uses a ‘Battery-as-a-Service’ solution from Bosch MC Battery Service Innovations, the new joint venture between Bosch and the Mitsubishi Corporation. This marks the new company’s debut customer project. Read more…
Scania opens orders for electric trucks with extra battery pack and MCS
Scania has previously offered its e-trucks with a maximum of six battery packs. Now, the manufacturer is beginning the market introduction of a seventh battery pack located below the driver’s cabin, stating that this will enable ranges “far exceeding 800 km in individual cases.” Additionally, the MCS port announced by Scania for 2025 is now available for order. Read more…
Germany surpasses 200,000 public charging points
The German Federal Network Agency has published new figures on the expansion of public charging infrastructure. According to the data, the milestone of 200,000 public charging points in Germany was exceeded as of April 1, representing a 17 percent increase compared to the previous year. The fast-charging network continues to grow particularly dynamically. Read more…
Orbia secures £1.4 million UK grant for graphite recycling pilot
Orbia Fluor & Energy Materials has secured £1.4 million in UK Government funding for a graphite recycling pilot in Runcorn. The project aims to strengthen the domestic EV battery supply chain, reduce reliance on imported graphite and support battery material recovery. Read more…
Wisconsin opens new NEVI funding round for EV charging expansion
Wisconsin has launched the next round of NEVI funding to expand EV fast-charging infrastructure beyond its completed Alternative Fuel Corridor network. Around $40 million remains available. Read more…
Nio ES9 hits market with prices undercutting pre-sales levels
Nio priced the ES9 starting at 498,000 yuan ($73,400) including the battery pack, down nearly 6% from the pre-sales price announced last month. Read more…
Huawei-backed Aito launches updated M9 SUV to target premium buyers
The standard version of the new Aito M9 starts at 479,800 yuan ($70,760), while the special extended Ultimate edition starts at 649,800 yuan. Read more…
Next-gen Hyundai Kona spotted testing
The latest spy photos of the next-generation Hyundai Kona, codenamed SX3, reveal that the South Korean automaker is completely transforming its small SUV. Instead of a simple mid-cycle cosmetic update, the brand is pushing large-scale structural changes to turn the vehicle into a Software-Defined Vehicle, hoping to elevate the model from an affordable entry-level vehicle into a premium, high-specification challenger… Read more…
