Bye Aerospace and Electro.Aero have signed an MoU to develop fast-charging technology for electric aircraft. Specifically, they aim to transform the pilot training market with new mobile fast charging options. Read more…
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Nissan opens new UK electric truck charging hub
Nissan’s plant in Sunderland, UK, has just unveiled a £1.4m charging station for electric trucks and heavy goods vehicles (eHGVs). It’s said to be the first onsite private shared charging station of its kind in the UK. Read more…
Nissan opens new UK electric truck charging hub
Nissan’s plant in Sunderland, UK, has just unveiled a £1.4m charging station for electric trucks and heavy goods vehicles (eHGVs). It’s said to be the first onsite private shared charging station of its kind in the UK. Read more…
Momenta invests in Chinese startup Zeron
The Chinese startup Zeron, which specialises in electric heavy goods vehicles, has completed its Series A financing round of 500 million yuan (60 million euros). The investors include Momenta, a Chinese specialist in AI-supported autonomous driving technologies. Read more…
Momenta invests in Chinese startup Zeron
The Chinese startup Zeron, which specialises in electric heavy goods vehicles, has completed its Series A financing round of 500 million yuan (60 million euros). The investors include Momenta, a Chinese specialist in AI-supported autonomous driving technologies. Read more…
Indiana awards funding for 36 new EV charging projects
Go Electric Vehicle Indiana (GOEVIN) has announced the recipients of the ‘Charging Infrastructure Funding Opportunity’ award. More than $3.3 million will be distributed between 36 charging projects, covering both DC fast charging and Level 2 infrastructure. Read more…
Indiana awards funding for 36 new EV charging projects
Go Electric Vehicle Indiana (GOEVIN) has announced the recipients of the ‘Charging Infrastructure Funding Opportunity’ award. More than $3.3 million will be distributed between 36 charging projects, covering both DC fast charging and Level 2 infrastructure. Read more…
California launches $55mn EV fast charger scheme
California has opened a $55 million incentive programme to expand its public EV fast charging network. It will cover up to 100 per cent of eligible installation costs for DC fast chargers at publicly accessible commercial and community sites. Read more…
California launches $55mn EV fast charger scheme
California has opened a $55 million incentive programme to expand its public EV fast charging network. It will cover up to 100 per cent of eligible installation costs for DC fast chargers at publicly accessible commercial and community sites. Read more…
Audi considers building ‘twin plant’ to VW facility in Tennessee
In light of high US tariffs on vehicles imported from the EU and Mexico, Audi is pushing ahead with plans to establish its own manufacturing site in the United States. One option is reportedly gaining traction within the company: constructing a ‘twin plant’ next to Volkswagen’s factory in Chattanooga, Tennessee, to leverage synergies. Read more…
AIT launches research into anode material based on silicon and tin sulphide
In the RESTINA research project, European experts are developing a new battery anode material. The consortium, led by the AIT Austrian Institute of Technology, is working on a material mix that combines the high specific capacity of silicon with the electrical conductivity of tin compounds. Read more…
Mercedes launches EV push in the top-end segment
With the CLA and its recently confirmed estate variant, Mercedes has revamped its electric entry segment. According to an investor presentation, the company plans to launch 15 new or revised BEV models by 2027 – primarily in the top-end segment. Read more…
Rivian boosts revenue and improves margins in Q2
Rivian Automotive has presented its business figures for the second quarter of 2025. Following two quarters with a gross profit, the company posted a loss again in Q2. However, it expects automotive sales to reach a record high next quarter. Read more…
SAIC launches redesigned MG4 with semi-solid-state battery option
SAIC Motor has started pre-sales of the new MG4 compact electric hatchback in China, offering four variants from 73,800 yuan, which is just shy of 9,000 euros. A version equipped with a semi-solid-state battery will follow later this year, with pricing to be confirmed in September. Read more…
P.B. Balaji to take over as JLR’s new CEO
JLR has announced the appointment of P.B. Balaji as its new CEO with effect from November 2025. Balaji succeeds Adrian Mardell, who is retiring after around three years in the top job. Read more…
Aviloo takes stance to correct battery life cycle study
The battery testing company Aviloo is taking a stance against reporting on a recently published Stanford study, which claims that occasional sprints extend the service life of electric car batteries. Read more…
German grocery chain REWE expands electric delivery fleet
The German grocery chain Rewe is expanding its electric delivery fleet in Berlin with another 40 electric transporters, as well as launching emissions-free deliveries in the city of Neuss. Read more…
Tesla grants Elon Musk $29bn in shares to secure long-term leadership
Tesla has awarded CEO Elon Musk a new stock package valued at $29 billion to reinforce his commitment to the company. Tesla states this grant is designed to incentivise Musk to remain at the helm and strengthen his voting power. Read more…
New Mexico launches school bus electrification pilot project with GreenPower Motor
The electric bus manufacturer GreenPower Motor has signed a contract with the state of New Mexico to run an all-electric school bus pilot project. It is to run over two years and will serve to evaluate routes and the required charging infrastructure. Read more…
CaetanoBus secures follow-up order in Porto
CaetanoBus has been awarded a new €11.6 million contract by Porto’s public transport operator STCP for the supply of 30 e.City Gold electric buses. The order is the second consecutive one for CaetanoBus’ latest generation of zero-emission vehicles, equipped with CATL’s BC5 battery technology. Read more…
