ADS-TEC Energy will deploy over 30 of its ChargePost and ChargeBox battery-buffered fast EV charging stations, with charging capacities of up to 320 kW, at retail group Müller locations throughout Germany. ADS-TEC Energy’s ChargePost systems feature high-resolution 75-inch screens, which will be used for advertising (Digital Out-of-Home, or DOOH). “The roll-out of an efficient charging… Read more…
New air mobility corridor in Michigan will enable research into eVTOLs
A flight corridor for testing drones and electric aircraft will soon link the University of Michigan’s autonomy research and proving ground facilities in Ann Arbor to Michigan Central’s urban testbed and innovation district in Detroit. The roughly 40-mile research skyway will be the centerpiece of M-Air, a new public-private partnership U-M is launching to support… Read more…
Vauxhall transforms the Mokka into a 280-hp electric pocket rocket
Vauxhall decided to inject a serious dose of caffeine into its electric lineup. The company is reviving its historic GSe performance badge, but this time it’s not for gasoline engines or even hybrids. The new GSe nameplate will exclusively represent the brand’s fastest, fully electric cars, and its first entry is a surprising one: a high-performance version of the Mokka… Read more…
Tesla Wants To Know What Happens If Someone Messes With Its Robotaxis
Tesla is quietly testing if bad actors can use RF jammers and gadgets to mess with its Robotaxis. Lire la suite…
You can finally get your motorcycle license on an electric, and everyone’s loving it
Getting a motorcycle license just got a little easier – and more electrifying. In a move that could help usher more riders into the electric future, new riders now have a chance to learn on LiveWire electric motorcycles as part of a licensing course. Read more…
Lucid (LCID) is driving EV innovation in America with or without help from Washington
Lucid (LCID) is making big moves to advance electric vehicles in the US. After launching a new alliance with four US producers, Lucid is building a domestic supply chain for EVs to help America keep pace with China and others. Read more…
Tesla’s own data confirms Autopilot safety regressed in 2025
Tesla released its Autopilot safety report for Q2 2025, confirming that Autopilot safety has regressed so far in 2025. Read more…
Toyota will begin building EVs, electric pickups in new markets in the next few months
Toyota announced plans to begin building electric vehicles in Indonesia this year as it looks to counter surging Chinese rivals. It will be its third country where Toyota produces EVs, following China and Japan. Later this year, Toyota will also begin building electric pickups in another market. Read more…
Rivian Adds Tesla Plugs To Its Charging Network
The Rivian Adventure Network of DC fast chargers is being slowly upgraded to feature both CCS1 and NACS cables. Lire la suite…
How America’s Heel Turn From EVs Could Hurt Canada Too
As U.S. manufacturers slow down on EVs, it could lead to real issues of consumer choice for Canadian drivers. Also, Chinese brands pick up steam in Europe. Lire la suite…
Alfa Romeo introduces EV Grant to UK
The new Alfa Romeo EV Grant offers customers a £1,500 saving across all Junior models, including the top of the range 280hp Veloce and the Intensa Special Series. It’s also available on top of existing retail and finance offers. Read more…
Toyota announces new bZ4X production in Indonesia
In its press conference at the annual GAIKINDO Indonesia International Auto Show (GIIAS) today, Toyota announced plans to locally produce the new bZ4X. The company also debuted the updated EV for the local market. Read more…
China NEV retail at 537,000 in Jul 1-20, up 23% year-on-year
The penetration rate of NEVs in retail sales was 54.9 percent in July 1-20, and 50.56 percent year-to-date.
So far this year, China’s passenger NEV cumulative retail sales totaled 6.006 million units, up 32 percent year-on-year.
As car sales slump, Tesla turns to robot dreams to woo its investors
Tesla will release its second-quarter financial results for 2025 later today, and the electric vehicle community is watching closely. For a company whose success has been measured by explosive growth, the latest numbers point to a major slowdown. The core of Tesla’s financial performance has always been straightforward: how many cars it delivers to customers. The latest reports on that… Read more…
Kia reveals UK pricing and specs for EV4 Fastback
Following the announcement of pricing and specs for the EV4 on 1 July, Kia has now shared details on the EV4 Fastback – the four door saloon version of the EV4. Starting at £40,895, the 81.4kWh battery provides up to 380 miles of WLTP range with the Kia AI Assistant included as standard. Read more…
My BMW App to gain carbon footprint dashboard
BMW has announced a new update for the My BMW App and MINI App: a new feature that lets drivers view their personal carbon footprint. It’s designed for use with traditional ICE vehicles as well as BEVs and plug-in hybrids. Read more…
Ampeco teams up with Latitude and EVerged
EV charging management software provider Ampeco has entered into a strategic partnership with Italian company Latitude for its brand Eleven. It also signed a similar agreement with North American technology firm EVerged. Read more…
Svolt will start semi-solid battery production for Mini in Q4
Chinese battery maker Svolt Energy will begin trial production of its first-generation semi-solid-state batteries in Q4 2025. The 140 Ah cells will be supplied to BMW’s Mini brand, with mass production targeted for 2027 and future energy density increases already outlined. Read more…
Incat Tasmania to build electric ferries for Denmark
Incat Tasmania has been awarded the contract to build two new battery-powered catamarans for the Danish ferry operator Molslinjen. The 129-meter-long vessels will be equipped with battery systems with a capacity of approximately 45,000 kWh and will operate on the busy Kattegat route between Jutland and Zealand. Read more…
Li Auto opens presales for i8 electric SUV in China
Li Auto has begun presales of its first fully electric SUV, the i8, in China. The six-seat crossover offers up to 720 km range and dual-motor all-wheel drive with a combined power output of 400 kW. Deliveries are scheduled for August. Read more…
