US manufacturer Rivian and charging software provider WeaveGrid announced they will provide smart charging capabilities to owners of Rivian EVs by the end of this year. It means that customers will be financially rewarded for charging flexibility. Read more…
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Resch aims to cut battery module costs by one-third
The supplier Resch has developed a battery module that, unlike conventional solutions, does not require adhesives or welded connections. The Austrian company expects cost savings of around one-third if the solution enters series production. Read more…
New high-voltage battery sensor from LEM aims to reduce costs
Swiss measurement technology specialist LEM has developed a new current sensing unit for battery management in electric vehicles that combines shunt and Hall-effect technologies in a single component. The goal is to make the sensor more compact and cost-effective. Read more…
Philippines gains its first all-electric taxi service
VinFast has launched an electric taxi service in the Philippines. The company offers zero-emission rides under its Green GSM brand. The service will operate in ten of the 16 cities and districts that make up Metro Manila. Read more…
Cadillac launches the Lyriq-V in Europe
GM’s premium subsidiary Cadillac has officially announced the European launch of the performance version of the Lyriq. The model will be available to order in Germany, Switzerland and France from June, at six-figure prices. Read more…
Blink Charging UK expands North Herts network
The charge point operator Blink Charging UK has announced a new contract with North Herts Council. It will see the CPO deliver 18 new EV charging hubs in locations across the county. Read more…
Tesla to launch robotaxi service in Austin
It looks like Tesla will stick to its schedule: The company’s first robotaxi service is expected to launch this month – but initially with the Model Y, not the Cybercab. Read more…
Tritium introduces TRI-FLEX fast-charging system in Europe
Tritium has announced the European launch of its TRI-FLEX DC fast-charging platform. The new system is designed to meet EU infrastructure requirements and will be presented at EVS38 in Gothenburg, Sweden, from 15 to 18 June 2025. Read more…
Toyota launches bZ5 electric SUV coupe in China
Toyota is celebrating the market launch of its electric SUV coupé bZ5 in China. The front-wheel drive vehicle was developed by FAW Toyota and features LFP batteries from BYD. The Japanese manufacturer is asking the equivalent of just under €16,000 for the entry-level version of the model. Read more…
Maruti Suzuki to limit production for its e Vitara
Maruti Suzuki has decided to initially lower the production target for the all-electric e Vitara by two-thirds due to supply constraints. The move will likely limit the EV’s availability at launch. Read more…
Denza’s Germany launch takes shape
BYD’s premium brand Denza plans to launch two models in Germany in Q4 – the shooting brake Z9 GT and the electric van D9. The Denza launch in Germany and Austria will be led by a new manager. Read more…
What’s Next in EV Charging: A Software Perspective – Christian Kurtenbach from Monta
EV charging software is evolving fast as charge point operators aim for profitability, scale, and better user experiences. During our recent online conference electrive LIVE Christian Kurtenbach of Monta explained why cohesive software stacks are now essential — and how platform-native models are redefining the industry.
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Dacora Motors to launch ‘ultra-luxury’ American EV
The US EV startup Dacora has just unveiled its debut fully electric vehicle. It’s inspired by 1930s classic cars and promises an ‘ultra-luxury’ experience. Read more…
Spain invests in Wallbox Chargers
Spanish charging solutions provider Wallbox Chargers has raised 15 million US dollars in fresh capital through the issuance of new shares. More than nine million dollars of this funding comes from the Spanish government. Read more…
Ample rolls out battery swapping stations in Madrid
Ample has launched its modular battery swapping technology in Madrid, supported by €9.76 million in funding from Spain’s IDAE through the Moves Singulares programme. The system is said to swap EV batteries in five minutes, targeting urban fleets and infrastructure scalability. Read more…
PowerGo and Essendi to partner on hotel EV charging
PowerGo has announced a strategic partnership with the hotel company Essendi which will see it install EV charging points at multiple hotels in the Netherlands. This will include a combination of both AC and DC fast chargers. Read more…
Daimler Truck and Toyota to merge Fuso and Hino operations
After more than two years of negotiations, the agreement is final. Daimler Truck and Toyota will merge their Japanese commercial vehicle subsidiaries, Mitsubishi Fuso and Hino Motors. The newly formed holding company is set to launch in April 2026. Read more…
Allego introduces Plug & Charge to charging network
Plug & Charge is now available at 5000 Allego charging points across Europe. Based on the latest OCPP 2.0.1 standard, it means drivers can now charge their vehicles at Allego hubs without the need for cards or an app. Read more…
India: Bengaluru opens solar-powered EV charging station
Bengaluru, the capital of the southern state of Karnataka in India, has opened a new EV charging station that runs on solar power. Highlighting its sustainable nature, the city has named it the ‘Renewable Energy to Electric Vehicle (RE2EV)’ hub. Read more…
German project tests inductive charging on the Autobahn
A test stretch on the A6 motorway in Bavaria, Germany, has gone into operation, allowing electric vehicles to charge inductively while driving. The one-kilometre segment between Amberg-West and Sulzbach-Rosenberg will see its first test drives under the E|MPOWER project in the second half of the year. Read more…
