WAAT, a French startup specialising in charging infrastructure for electric vehicles in private environments, has raised €100 million in a funding round. Read more…
XCharge EU opens new technical centre in Madrid
XCharge EU has opened a new 5,000-square-foot technical centre in Madrid, combining offices, testing facilities, warehouse, and workshop. The site is designed to strengthen customer support across Southern Europe and Latin America, while accelerating R&D on high-power charging solutions. Read more…
E-quipment highlight: 50 kW portable DC fast charger from Lincoln Electric
The welding equipment experts at Lincoln Electric know a thing or two about high-voltage equipment. Now, they’re bringing that electrical expertise to a whole new market with a portable, self-contained, 50 kW DC fast charger designed to deliver a quick shot of range and get stranded drivers back on the road. Read more…
Lotus Cars quietly updates its 900+ hp Eletre and Emeya EVs for 2026
Lotus Cars’ compelling, high-performance electric sports sedan and SUV received a number of fresh updates earlier this week, but packs superior infotainment tech, styling tweaks, and (of course) a mind-bending 905 electric horsepower. (!. Read more…
Mazda launches its new global electric SUV in China for under $17,000, but there’s a catch
Mazda calls the EZ-60 a “dream car.” The electric SUV is now available in China with prices starting under $17,000. Starting next year, Mazda will launch the new electric SUV in other global markets, including Europe and North America. Read more…
How CATL is changing EV battery tech in Europe [Video]
Electric vehicles have come a long way, but let’s be real—they still have their hangups: “range anxiety,” long charging times, and questions about safety and sustainability. But what if all those worries could be put to rest. Read more…
Podcast: Tesla delivery estimate, FSD v14, Lucid Gravity, and more
In the Electrek Podcast, we discuss the most popular news in the world of sustainable transport and energy. In this week’s episode, we discuss Tesla’s Q3 delivery estimate, the launch of FSD v14, Lucid Gravity ramp-up, and more. Read more…
Battery boom: 5.6 GW of US energy storage added in Q2
The US battery storage market just had its biggest quarter ever. In Q2 2025, a record 5.6 gigawatts (GW) of new capacity came online, according to the latest US Energy Storage Monitor report from the American Clean Power Association (ACP) and Wood Mackenzie. Read more…
Rivian patent filings hint at a deployable rear diffuser, on screen ‘gadgets,’ and new architecture
American EV automaker Rivian submitted a slew of patent applications with the USPTO this week, including a deployable rear diffuser mechanism to adjust a vehicle’s drag and some software systems related to infotainment, navigation, and video playback. Read more…
Hyundai wants you to feel how smooth its EVs drive with a unique 24-hour ‘Rest Drive’
Hyundai wants to give you the chance to see for yourself just how peaceful the ride is in its EVs. In the UK, Hyundai is offering a new 24-hour “Rest Drive” for the new Kona Electric, allowing you to experience it on your daily travels. Read more…
EnergyHub acquires BTR to expand managed charging programs
EnergyHub, a US provider of distributed energy resource management systems, has acquired Bridge to Renewables (BTR) to help accelerate the growth of utility EV programs. Through the acquisition, EnergyHub, which is an independent subsidiary of connected property platform Alarm.com, aims to expand its direct partnerships with OEMs and deliver managed charging programs to EV drivers…. Read more…
I Saw The Affordable Slate Truck In Person. Now I’m Worried
Slate Auto’s $20,000-ish EV truck is getting a lot of attention. But is this really what Americans want? Lire la suite…
Sion Power develops vacuum deposition process for lithium anodes
US battery technology firm Sion Power has developed a process that replaces conventional mechanical rolling with a vacuum deposition process that produces lithium anodes with a high level of control and efficiency, which has been a key barrier to lithium metal battery performance and scalability. Traditional anode manufacturing relies on mechanical rolling, which limits the lithium… Read more…
UgoWork launches US battery assembly operations
UgoWork, a Canadian lithium-ion battery manufacturer specializing in the material handling industry, launched battery assembly operations in the US this month. UgoWork’s next-generation lithium-ion batteries for Class I, II and III lift trucks for the US market will be assembled from domestic and foreign components, allowing it to reduce lead times and offer competitive pricing… Read more…
Lucid and NFL star Travis Kelce turn EV test drives into $87 donations for a good cause
The Kelce Car Jam is back, baby. Hosted by one of the NFL’s hottest stars (and Taylor Swift’s new fiancé), Travis Kelce, Lucid Motors (LCID) will be at the event, offering the chance to test drive its luxury electric vehicles. For every EV test drive, Lucid pledges to donate $87 to Kelce’s Eighty-Seven and Running Foundation. Read more…
XPeng (XPEV) continues global expansion, announcing entry into five additional EU markets
XPeng Motors is making good on previously shared plans to expand to 60 global markets this year, many of which already include countries in the EU. The Chinese automaker announced five new markets and some pop-ups in additional regions as it continues its quest to become a household name in BEVs. Read more…
Pando Electric’s new Smart Outlet Gen2 EV charger is purpose-built for multifamily properties
EV charging hardware provider Pando Electric is “laser-focused on the multifamily market,” as CEO Aaron Li told Charged in March. Now the company has launched the Pando Smart Outlet Gen2, an EV charging platform engineered specifically for multifamily housing. The new charger is designed to eliminate what Pando calls the three biggest barriers to EV… Read more…
Ideal Power increases B-TRAN bidirectional semiconductor power rating, targeting EV contactor applications
Ideal Power has the power rating of its discrete B-TRAN bidirectional semiconductor power switch from 50 A to 75 A. The company says that the higher rating is supported by extensive internal and third-party testing, and no design or packaging changes were required. While the official rating is now 75 A, the device has been… Read more…
2026 Subaru Solterra EV pricing confirmed to remain unchanged despite boost in range and extra features
When Subaru first launched the Solterra in the US, it was a solid first attempt at an electric car, but it arrived with a few asterisks. Its driving range was modest to say the least, and its charging speed could test your patience. For its second act, the 2026 Subaru Solterra is delivering big upgrades in nearly every category. The… Read more…
EVs Had A Monster Quarter. Can It Keep Going Without Tax Credits?
Plus: Tesla wants the EPA to preserve tailpipe emissions rules, and the Trump administration gets into the lithium game. Lire la suite…
