China is tightening its subsidy rules for vehicles with alternative drivetrains, introducing stricter efficiency and range requirements from 2026. Only models with more than 100 kilometres of pure electric range and lower energy consumption will continue to benefit from tax incentives. Read more…
Comau invests in cold plasma specialist Intecells
Comau has strengthened its ties with Intecells in order to promote the use of cold plasma in industrial cell production. Following an initial phase in which Comau supported the industrialisation of Intecells’ patented cold plasma application, Comau has now become an investor in the company. Read more…
This Toyota Corolla Concept Is Electric. But What Does It Mean?
Toyota is teasing what looks like a close-to-production Corolla EV concept that could signal the model’s pivot to electric. Lire la suite…
Maryland launches $4.9 million electric school bus grant programme
The Maryland Energy Administration has opened applications for $4.9 million in grants to support public school districts in adopting electric school buses next year. The funding covers vehicle and charging infrastructure costs. Read more…
Watch A Chinese EV Charge From 4% To 80% In Less Than 7 Minutes
The upgraded Zeekr 001 is capable of charging at over 1.3 MW. That’s nearly four times faster than the fastest-charging American EV. Lire la suite…
New six-seater Model Y gives Tesla China a much-needed sales boost
Tesla’s sales in China finally got some positive news in September, putting an end to a two-month streak of declining performance. The company sold 90,812 vehicles produced at its Shanghai factory – a modest 2.8% increase compared to the same month last year. Tesla investors will surely welcome any change in the trend, but a wider look at the numbers… Read more…
Imerys and Shanshan to produce synthetic graphite in Europe
French mining group Imerys is joining forces with Shanshan New Material to establish European production of synthetic graphite for anodes. These anodes are a key component of batteries used in electric cars and stationary energy storage systems. Read more…
Webinar: New twin-screw extrusion – Powering the next generation of battery manufacturing
From the lab to gigafactory, twin-screw extrusion (TSE) is highly beneficial in battery research and development due to its ability to produce superior electrode quality. This method is recognized for its effective distributive and dispersive mixing capabilities, resulting in homogeneous electrode materials with excellent dispersion of all ingredients. Twin-screw extrusion also supports continuous operation, an… Read more…
Ireland to add 90 new high-power EV charging hubs
Ireland’s Department of Transport has confirmed the locations of 90 new high-power recharging hubs to support the country’s growing electric vehicle fleet. The sites, part of the government’s Light Duty Vehicle initiative, will deliver 192 new charging points along over 2,900km of primary and secondary roads. Read more…
Polestar closes last direct store in China amid sluggish sales and shift to online
Polestar has shut down its final direct store in China, transitioning primarily to an online sales model in the country.
Polestar said it is strategically adjusting its business model in China to better align with the diverse and rapidly evolving consumer demands of the Chinese market.
Seres passes listing hearing for Hong Kong IPO
Seres submitted its application for a Hong Kong IPO in April, aiming to advance its global expansion and establish an international capital operation platform. Read more…
Fuso and Hino to unite under new holding Archion
Daimler Truck and Toyota have revealed further details about the planned merger of their Japanese commercial vehicle brands Mitsubishi Fuso and Hino Motors. The new holding company will be called Archion and is due to begin operations on 1 April 2026. Read more…
US recall for nearly 20,000 Nissan Leafs
Nissan North America has launched a recall for 19,077 Nissan Leaf models from the 2021–2022 model years. The batteries may overheat during DC charging. Dealers will update the battery management software. Read more…
Xpeng Aeroht rebranded as Aridge, reveals new product with range exceeding 500 km
Aridge showcased its hybrid long-range flying car A868 under development in Dubai, with an official debut scheduled for November in Guangzhou.
Aridge aims to enter the Middle East market as early as 2027.
Germany: New EV subsidy returns as purchase incentive – also for used cars
Following the German government’s announcement of a new subsidy for electric vehicles, more details are emerging. According to media reports, it will once again be a purchase incentive worth up to 4,000 euros, but with strict limits on both vehicle price and the buyer’s income. Used cars are also expected to be eligible. Read more…
End of US tax credit drives record EV sales
As expected, EV sales in the United States hit a new record in the third quarter of 2025, reaching 438,487 units. The expiration of the EV tax credit on 30 September was clearly a driving force. What happens from Q4 onwards remains uncertain. Read more…
The 2026 Ford F-150 Lightning Is Now Slightly More Affordable
Two of the four retail-oriented trim levels got a price cut after the $7,500 federal tax credit went away on September 30. Lire la suite…
Xiaomi SU7 catches fire after severe collision, sending stock price tumbling
A Xiaomi SU7 caught fire after a severe collision, reportedly trapping a driver inside.
This incident places Xiaomi back in the spotlight following a fatal SU7 crash in late March.
Global EV battery market share in Jan-Aug 2025: CATL 36.8%, BYD 18.0%
CATL and BYD collectively installed 379.3 GWh of EV batteries in January-August 2025, accounting for 54.8 percent of the global total.
South Korea’s LG Energy Solution maintained its third-place position with a 9.7 percent share.
China NEV retail rises to second-highest on record in Sept as BEVs hit record high
China’s BEV retail sales reached a record 826,000 units in September, accounting for 63.7 percent of total NEV retail sales of 1.296 million units.
Hybrid vehicles, including PHEVs and EREVs, recorded retail sales of 469,000 units in September, down 2.7 percent year-on-year.
