InfiMotion unveils a magnesium-aluminum alloy dual motor assembly cutting weight by 25% with advanced thermal management for EV applications. Read more…
The 2027 BMW iX3 Is Actually Cheaper Than A Comparable Gas BMW
With up to 434 miles of EPA range, the 2027 BMW iX3 xDrive50 is $5,000 more affordable than the gas-powered X3 M50 xDrive. Read More…
Global battery market grows by 9.1% in Q1/2026
The global market for electric vehicle batteries remains firmly in Asian hands: the entire top 10 manufacturers are from China, South Korea, and Japan. CATL continues to lead by a wide margin, followed by BYD and LG Energy Solution. Read more…
Electric Mercedes C-Class starts at €67,711
Mercedes-Benz has opened the order books for the new all-electric C-Class around two weeks after unveiling the model. In Germany, prices for the C 400 4MATIC start at €67,711 including VAT. Read more…
British H2 truck company HVS sold at steep discount
Scottish fuel cell truck developer and manufacturer Hydrogen Vehicle Systems (HVS) has been sold as part of a ‘pre-pack’ deal for just £145,000. The acquisition followed an insolvency filing, as HVS had been struggling with financial difficulties for some time. Read more…
BMW opens 2027 iX3 preorders starting at $61,500 with up to 434 miles of range
The 2027 iX3, BMW’s first Neue Klasse vehicle, is now available to order in the US starting at $61,500. BMW’s electric SUV delivers more range than expected, up to 434 miles on a single charge. Read more…
Hiplok Switch 105 folding lock vs Urban D lock tested on e-bikes
I recently had the chance to test out two very different styles of locks from Hiplok: Their Hiplok Urban D and their Switch 105. They come with unique use cases and security levels, so testing both gave me a unique view of when and where they fit best into my bike lock quiver. Read more…
BMW Has Built Way More EVs Than You Think
The Bavarian automaker just announced it has now manufactured over 2 million EVs. Read More…
CPCA head calls for China to establish budget EV standards to boost sales
CPCA’s Cui advocates introducing standards for budget EVs in China to stimulate demand in underdeveloped regions and address sluggish auto sales. Read more…
DAF begins series production of electric XG models
Dutch truck manufacturer DAF has started series production of its XG Electric and XG+ Electric models in Eindhoven. The first unit, an XG+ tractor, will be delivered to the German logistics provider Hellmold & Plank. Read more…
Ballard to supply fuel cell modules for new Solaris H2 bus
Canadian supplier Ballard Power Systems will supply fuel cell modules for the next generation of hydrogen buses from Polish manufacturer Solaris. The companies plan to use Ballard’s new FCmove-SC fuel cell module in future city bus models. Read more…
Honda’s $11B EV Factory In Canada Is Dead: Report
The carmaker previously put the plant on hold for two years. Now, a Nikkei report says the factory is dead in the water. Read More…
Massachusetts proposes ‘first in the nation’ e-bike and moped laws based on speed
Massachusetts lawmakers are considering one of the most comprehensive micromobility regulatory overhauls we’ve seen in the US yet, proposing a new legal framework that would categorize everything from bicycles and e-bikes to electric scooters and Sur Ron-style electric motos into a four-tier speed classification system. Read more…
CATL shares hit record high on strong May battery production outlook
Total scheduled production of lithium batteries in China hit a record high for the third consecutive month in May, driven by energy storage battery demand. Read more…
WattEV orders 370 Tesla Semi trucks for operations in California
Electric truck service provider WattEV has ordered 370 Tesla Semi trucks, marking what the company describes as the largest single electric truck procurement in California to date. The announcement comes shortly after Tesla launched Semi production at its Nevada plant, where the first vehicle recently rolled off the assembly line. Read more…
Milence secures multi-million-euro financing
The truck charging network operator Milence has successfully signed a financing agreement worth €120 million to further advance the expansion of its growing network of high-performance charging stations for trucks across Europe. Read more…
Fraunhofer ISI: Study sees German automotive industry further advanced in EV transition
A new strategy paper based on a survey of automotive executives suggests that Germany’s transition to electric mobility is more advanced than often perceived. However, the study also highlights ongoing divisions within the industry over the pace and direction of the transformation. Read more…
Why Li Auto doesn’t make sedans: CEO explains
Li Auto CEO said making sedans would sacrifice space and comfort, contradicting the brand’s core design philosophy centered on “home.” Read more…
Even Lucid Doesn’t Know How Many EVs It Will Make In 2026
The company suspended its full-year production guidance after reporting a $1 billion net loss in the first quarter. Read More…
Nissan to consolidate Sunderland production on one line
Japanese automaker Nissan will close one of two production lines at the British plant in Sunderland. Nissan currently manufactures the Qashqai, Juke, and the third generation of the electric Leaf model in there. Read more…
