Tesco has ordered 750 Maxus eDeliver 9 fully electric vans, marking the largest single EV order to date for Harris Maxus UK. Deliveries will begin in February 2026 and follow 232 units already deployed across Tesco’s home delivery fleet this year. Read more…
Dendrites also grow inside solid-state batteries
A team of researchers at the Technical University of Munich has discovered that dangerous dendrites, which can cause short circuits in batteries, can form not only on the electrodes of a battery, but also in the middle of the solid electrolyte. This is crucial for the development of future solid-state batteries. Read more…
Tesla launches ‘Multipass’ in more markets for frictionless third-party charging
Tesla has quietly expanded its new MultiPass feature to more regions across Europe, allowing owners to charge at third-party stations directly through their Tesla account — no separate app, card, or registration required. Read more…
Chinese EV makers scramble for CATL batteries to deliver more cars before extra tax costs hit
Representatives from several Chinese automakers visited CATL headquarters to secure battery capacity before the rollback of NEV purchase tax incentive.
CATL currently prefers to offer guarantees and preferential terms to automakers that exclusively use its products and have high shipment volumes.
Yutong rejects remote control claims over electric buses in Norway
Chinese manufacturer Yutong has denied that its electric buses can be remotely accessed or controlled from China following claims by Norwegian public transport operator Ruter. The company said that neither steering, braking, nor acceleration could be manipulated via software systems. Read more…
Bentley teases silhouette of its first electric SUV
Bentley has given a sneak preview of its first all-electric car. A teaser image shows the contours of the luxury SUV. Bentley has also revealed initial details about the length and fast-charging capability of the new model. Delivery of the as-yet-unnamed Bentley BEV is scheduled to begin in 2027. Read more…
Formula E presents new Gen4 race car with up to 600 kW
Formula E has unveiled its new Gen4 race car, which will debut in the 2026/27 season of the all-electric championship. The Gen4 marks a major leap in both performance and technology. Read more…
Xpeng Aridge officially debuts hybrid flying car A868 with range exceeding 500 km
The Aridge A868 flying car can take six passengers, designed to meet the needs of multi-person long-range travel.
The A868 prototype has entered the test flight phase.
Xpeng Aridge officially debuts hybrid flying car A868 with range exceeding 500 km
The Aridge A868 flying car can take six passengers, designed to meet the needs of multi-person long-range travel.
The A868 prototype has entered the test flight phase.
Xpeng to launch three robotaxi models next year
Xpeng will introduce three robotaxi models in 2026 and begin pilot operations, marking a major step in the company’s transition to “physical AI”. The vehicles will feature Xpeng’s self-developed AI chips and the second generation of its Vision-Language-Action model. Read more…
Xpeng to launch three robotaxi models next year
Xpeng will introduce three robotaxi models in 2026 and begin pilot operations, marking a major step in the company’s transition to “physical AI”. The vehicles will feature Xpeng’s self-developed AI chips and the second generation of its Vision-Language-Action model. Read more…
Chrysler recalls 320,000 Jeep PHEVs over fire risk in the US
Chrysler has issued a recall for more than 320,000 Jeep Wrangler and Grand Cherokee plug-in hybrid vehicles due to a fire risk linked to battery defects. Owners are advised to park the vehicles outside and avoid charging them until a remedy is available. Read more…
Chrysler recalls 320,000 Jeep PHEVs over fire risk in the US
Chrysler has issued a recall for more than 320,000 Jeep Wrangler and Grand Cherokee plug-in hybrid vehicles due to a fire risk linked to battery defects. Owners are advised to park the vehicles outside and avoid charging them until a remedy is available. Read more…
Lucid reports revenue growth but tightens production guidance
Lucid Motors posted revenues of $336.6 million for the third quarter of 2025, a 68 per cent increase year-on-year. Despite the growth, the company again revised its annual production guidance downward to around 18,000 units. Read more…
Polestar 4 gains AI-powered live lane guidance in Google Maps
Today, Polestar has unveiled that it’s the first car brand to integrate live lane guidance in Google Maps. This will be available in the Polestar 4’s 10.2-inch driver display, as evidenced in the image below. Basically, the software detects which lane your car is in by using Google’s AI to analyze elements on the road like lane markings and road… Read more…
Nio starts displaying Coca-Cola ads at some battery swap stations
To date, 32 battery swap stations have begun displaying Coca-Cola advertisements, marking Nio’s first such initiative.
Nio currently operates 3,555 battery swap stations across China, having provided over 90 million cumulative services.
HEINEKEN is brewing beer with a massive 100 MWh heat battery
Rondo Energy and energy producer EDP are installing a massive 100 MWh renewable-powered heat battery at HEINEKEN’s brewery in Lisbon, Portugal. The project will deliver round-the-clock renewable steam and reduce emissions without altering the facility’s beer brewing process. Read more…
It seems like Elon Musk stoking a civil war in England isn’t good for Tesla’s sales there
Tesla’s EV registrations in the UK, its biggest market in Europe, took a dramatic hit in October 2025 — just 511 units — marking one of the brand’s weakest showings in recent memory. That’s a steep drop from 971 in October 2024 and 2,677 in October 2023. The tone of the market is shifting. Read more…
Xpeng’s Iron humanoid robot looks so real that some suspect it hides a human inside
What began as scattered discussions quickly evolved into trending topics across Chinese social media.
Xpeng CEO shared a video today showcasing details of this new-generation Iron.
WeRide, Pony AI both tumble on Hong Kong stock market debut
As of press time, WeRide fell 12.18 percent and Pony AI dropped 13.96 percent.
WeRide raised about HK$2.93 billion in net proceeds from its Hong Kong offering, while Pony AI secured HK$6.45 billion in net proceeds.
