The Volkswagen Group delivered a total of 252,100 electric cars worldwide across all brands in the third quarter of 2025. This represents an increase of 33.1 per cent. Cumulatively over the first nine months of the year, the increase was even stronger: sales rose by 41.7 per cent to 717,500 electric vehicles. Read more…
Personalize your Tesla and add range with HALODISC 2 wheel covers
Tesla drivers, if you’ve been looking for a way to protect your OEM wheels, turn heads, and bonus – squeeze out more range! – the all-new HALODISC 2 Custom Numbers wheel covers from Haloblk (pronounced “halo-black”) check every box. Read more…
Inside The Trouble Brewing In America’s ‘Battery Belt’
Plus, the final third-quarter EV sales tally is in. And we discuss Tesla’s Chinese-made EVs sales growth. Lire la suite…
VW to soon release the Chinese version of the ID.7 called ID.UNYX 07
Volkswagen Anhui, a joint venture between Volkswagen and Anhui Jianghuai Automobile Group, has filed for regulatory approval of its upcoming ID.UNYX 07 all-electric sedan. The filing is listed on China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology website, and it’s part of the regulatory process in China. Volkswagen ID.UNYX 07 As the name of the vehicle suggests, the ID.UNYX 07 is… Read more…
Video: potting vs. foam in EV battery packs
When it comes to lithium-ion batteries in EVs, the stakes are high. A single malfunctioning cell can trigger thermal runaway—a rapid, uncontrollable rise in temperature and pressure that can result in fires or explosions. For engineers, preventing this isn’t just good design—it’s non-negotiable. Charged recently chatted with Luka Sovulj from Epic Resins to learn how… Read more…
Tesla Has Big Robotaxi Dreams. FSD Is Running Red Lights
The top federal road safety body is looking into scenarios where Teslas running “Full Self-Driving” broke traffic laws. Lire la suite…
Tesla’s New ‘Standard’ Model Y And Model 3: Bargain, Or Bare-Bones?
But are they solid deals? We discuss on this week’s Plugged-In Podcast. Plus, ZETA’s Albert Gore III on the future of the EV market. Lire la suite…
Starting at €39,990: Tesla’s Model Y Standard launches in Europe
The slimmed-down Tesla Model Y Standard is now also available in Germany. Manufactured in Grünheide, this economy version requires buyers to make a few compromises for just under €40,000, but in return it offers the most economical engine in the mid-range SUV segment. Read more…
Geely launches updated Xingyuan as compact EV surpasses 400,000 sales 1 year on market
The 2026 Geely Xingyuan starts at RMB 65,800 ($9,240) with limited-time offers, primarily competing against BYD’s Seagull and Dolphin.
The Xingyuan has become one of China’s best-selling models, with over 400,000 units sold in the past year.
Kia runs cell-level battery passport trial in Europe
Kia Europe is publicly testing a battery passport at the cell level for the first time as part of preliminary research. A Kia EV3 produced in Korea and equipped with a Dukosi battery cell monitoring system was shipped to Germany for the test. The test vehicle is capable of collecting and transmitting live data for each battery cell and uploading it to its digital battery passport. Read more…
Green GSM signs MoU with Xentro for ride-hailing fleet
The ride hailing service Green GSM has ordered a fleet of 2,000 electric cars from VinFast, to be delivered via a collaboration with the Xentro Group. The vehicles will provide the basis for Green GSM’s ride hailing business across the Philippines. Read more…
CPCA estimates China Sept NEV wholesale to rise 22% to 1.5 million
From January to September, China’s NEV wholesale sales are estimated at 10.45 million units, up 32 percent year-on-year.
Among major automakers’ NEV wholesale sales, BYD recorded 393,060 units, while Geely reached 165,201 units.
CATL closes $280 million first external funding round for skateboard chassis unit, report says
Following the funding, CAIT-SH is valued at over RMB 10 billion, becoming the first unicorn in the skateboard chassis sector.
Funds from this round will primarily support mass production of CATL’s Bedrock Chassis models and R&D for next-generation technology.
Tesla’s new Model Y+ targets 800 km range in China
Tesla is preparing to launch a new version of its popular Model Y in China. The new model, called the Model Y+ in the official Chinese filing, promises a longer driving range, a feature that’s important for all EV drivers. The new Model Y+ uses a single electric motor with a peak power of 225 kW, which is about 302… Read more…
Heybike Ranger 3.0 Pro review: 28 MPH foldable fat-tire e-bike with full-suspension comfort
I’ve tested a lot of folding fat-tire e-bikes over the years, and while many start to blend together, the Heybike Ranger 3.0 Pro managed to stand out with a thoughtful combination of design, comfort, and surprising feature upgrades. This is a beefy, full-suspension folder that feels more like a mini-adventure bike than a commuter machine – and I mean that in a good way. Read more…
USA Rare Earth acquires Less Common Metals to accelerate its mine-to-magnet strategy
USA Rare Earth (USAR) has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire UK-based rare earth metal and alloy producer Less Common Metals (LCM). The acquisition secures USAR’s access to high-quality rare earth metal and strip cast alloy for its global customers and the development of its Oklahoma magnet facility. Under the terms of the deal,… Read more…
Delta Air Lines partners with Maeve to refine regional hybrid-electric airliners
Delta Air Lines has announced a partnership with Dutch electric plane maker Maeve to support the development of a new hybrid-electric regional aircraft. Under the terms of the agreement, Delta will provide operational support to help Maeve’s M80 hybrid-electric aircraft reach commercial viability for regional flights. Maeve will become part of Delta’s Sustainable Skies Lab. Its… Read more…
NHTSA takes a closer look at Tesla’s FSD
The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has announced a new investigation affecting approximately 2.88 million Tesla vehicles in the US equipped with Full Self-Driving (FSD) software. Read more…
NHTSA takes a closer look at Tesla’s FSD
The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has announced a new investigation affecting approximately 2.88 million Tesla vehicles in the US equipped with Full Self-Driving (FSD) software. Read more…
LLBS completes Korean plant for battery precursor materials
LS-L&F Battery Solutions (LLBS) has completed a plant for the production of battery precursor materials. LLBS has commenced trial production at its plant in Gunsan, South Korea. The plant should alleviate dependence on battery materials from China, and by 2029, produce enough material requirements for around 1.3 million electric cars. Read more…
