The Hongguang Mini EV family sold 435,598 units in 2025, with cumulative sales surpassing 1.85 million units since its July 2020 launch.
The fifth-generation Hongguang Mini EV unifies the design language for both two-door and four-door variants.
Nio’s battery swap network handles over 2 million services in holiday stress test
Nio’s daily battery swap volume hit new records five consecutive days from February 18 to February 22, peaking at 177,627 swaps.
Nio’s average daily battery swap service during the 2026 Spring Festival holiday increased by 29.4% compared to the same period last year.
Tesla extends 7-year car loans in China again as over 10 EV makers join price war alternative
This marks Tesla’s second extension of its 7-year low-interest financing plan this year, following its unconventional launch of the promotion on January 6.
More than ten automakers, including BYD, Nio, Xpeng, and Geely, have followed suit.
Rivian’s $24 Billion Bet: Spend The Cash Now, Scale Later
RJ Scaringe defends Rivian’s $24 billion cash burn—soon it’ll let the R2 do the talking. Lire la suite…
Waymo’s driverless robotaxis land in four more US cities ahead of international expansion
Waymo has expanded its driverless robotaxis to Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio in Texas and Orlando in Florida today. With these additions, the service is now up and running in ten US cities. As with all Waymo expansions into new cities, the service will initially be open to “select riders”, who will receive an invitation to take their first local… Read more…
These schools went solar – and the savings will pay for teachers
Fifteen schools in Wayne County, West Virginia, are getting solar power, and the district says the energy savings will fund teachers’ salaries. Read more…
Hyundai has high hopes for its first midsize pickup, and we may even see a new 4WD SUV
Hyundai looks to tap into a new market with its first midsize pickup. The pickup, potentially the IONIQ T7, may even share a body-on-frame platform with a rugged new 4WD SUV. Read more…
Ampere, Basquevolt team up on lithium metal batteries for next-gen EV prototypes
Ampere, Renault Group’s EV and software unit, has signed a joint development agreement with Basquevolt to accelerate development and validation of lithium metal-based batteries aimed at meeting “Pre-A Sample” EV prototype requirements. Basquevolt says its lithium metal-based technology—combining a polymer electrolyte with an advanced anode—could deliver a major jump in energy density compared with today’s… Read more…
Why Lucid Needs Its $50,000 Midsize EV More Than Ever
Lucid aims to produce 25,000 to 27,000 EVs this year. That’s a big jump over 2025, but not enough to put it in the big leagues. Lire la suite…
Want A Great EV Deal? Buy One That’s A Year Old
Three-year-old models used to represent the best balance of condition and value. But right now, you can get crazy discounts on barely-used EVs. Lire la suite…
Leapmotor reveals the interior of the upcoming A10 small SUV
Leapmotor is getting ready to release its newest model, the A10. Also known internationally as the B03X, this compact SUV just showed off its interior for the first time. The company plans to launch the car in China very soon, with a European debut following in the second half of 2026. This vehicle is a big step for the brand… Read more…
NoMIS Power launches 3.3 kV, 1.7 kV SiC MOSFETs for medium-voltage converters
NoMIS Power has released two new medium-voltage silicon carbide MOSFETs, including its first 1.7 kV device, targeting applications such as grid infrastructure, rail and heavy-duty electrification, industrial drives and marine systems. The new parts are the N3PT035MP330K (3.3 kV, 35 mΩ, 88 A) and the N3PT100MP170K (1.7 kV, 100 mΩ, 24 A). Both can be… Read more…
Webinar: Reset instead of replace—solving EV circuit protection challenges
The rapid evolution of electric vehicles has introduced new challenges for high-voltage circuit protection. Traditional solutions, such as fuses and pyrotechnic devices, are single use, leaving OEMs and fleet operators facing costly component replacements, extended downtime, and even full battery pack swaps after minor fault events. Breaktor® circuit protection technology changes this paradigm. By combining… Read more…
A free frunk? Ford says not so fast
If you want a frunk with your 2026 Mustang Mach-E, it won’t be free. Ford is charging extra for the front trunk on 2026 models. Read more…
Used Tesla prices rise 4.3% while rest of EV market drops after tax credit ends
A new study shows that used Tesla prices have climbed 4.3% since the federal EV tax credit expired on September 30, while nearly every other used electric vehicle has dropped an average of 3.6%. Used EV market share has plunged 20% over the same period. Read more…
Volvo’s cheapest EV is about to be even more affordable
The EX30 is Volvo’s most affordable electric vehicle, but a new entry-level trim is expected to bring the price down considerably. Read more…
Anker SOLIX 48-hour flash sale drops 6,144Wh expanded F3000 power station to $1,999 low, first Aiper IrriSense 2 discount, more
Our mid-week Green Deals are giving us quite the savings on newer tech models, like Anker’s latest 48-hour flash sale that has dropped the expanded Anker SOLIX F3000 Power Station bundle to its $1,999 low, among alternate F3800 Plus bundle offers. Right behind it is the first official discount on Aiper’s newest IrriSense 2 Smart Irrigation System at $470, as well as Schumacher’s Portable Level 1 EV Charger at a new $88 low, and more waiting for you below. And don’t forget the hangover deals at the bottom of the page. Read more…
Waymo’s Expansion Is Leaving Tesla In The Dust
Waymo is now operating driverless rides in 10 cities. Tesla has fallen far short of Elon Musk’s expansion projections. Lire la suite…
Aqua Metals to supply battery materials to 6K Energy
Battery metals recycling and refining firm Aqua Metals has signed a three-year material supply agreement with US-based cathode active materials (CAM) battery metals producer 6K Energy. The agreement establishes a commercial framework for the future supply of battery-grade nickel metal and lithium carbonate produced using the AquaRefining process. AquaRefining operates without hydrogen peroxide or sodium… Read more…
Aqua Metals to supply battery materials to 6K Energy
Battery metals recycling and refining firm Aqua Metals has signed a three-year material supply agreement with US-based cathode active materials (CAM) battery metals producer 6K Energy. The agreement establishes a commercial framework for the future supply of battery-grade nickel metal and lithium carbonate produced using the AquaRefining process. AquaRefining operates without hydrogen peroxide or sodium… Read more…
