Xiaomi is expanding its automotive lineup beyond battery-electric models for the first time. The new Sky Nomad SUV series debuts with a range extender, five or seven seats, and up to 505 km of electric CLTC range. Read more…

Ultium Cells plans to convert its battery cell plant in Spring Hill, Tennessee, USA, to produce prismatic LMR cells. The new cell chemistry is set to be used in future General Motors electric vehicles starting in 2028, offering approximately 33 per cent higher energy density than LFP at similar costs. Read more…

Siemens eMobility and OMV have deployed the new Sicharge Flex charging system in commercial operations for the first time. A site at the Brenner route in Kufstein will open with six DC charging points for cars and trucks, and will later expand with four MCS charging points offering up to 1.2 MW. Read more…

General Motors will produce significantly fewer units of the new Chevrolet Bolt than originally planned. According to a union representative, production is expected to reach only around 35,000 vehicles by the time the model is phased out in the first quarter of 2027 – down from the 50,000 or so originally planned. Read more…

Stellantis is halting production at its French plants in Sochaux, Rennes, and Mulhouse for at least one week. In two cases, this is due to shortages in the supply of EV batteries, as supplier ACC struggles to keep up with demand for its nickel-based long-range batteries. Read more…

The South Korean automaker Hyundai reportedly plans to expand its Ioniq family with two additional electric models within the next 12 to 18 months: the Ioniq 4 and the Ioniq 7. According to a British media report, these are said to be two differently sized electric SUVs. Read more…

Gotion High-tech has unveiled new targets for its solid-state batteries. The Chinese cell manufacturer, in which Volkswagen has a stake, is aiming for an energy density of 400 Wh/kg for its Jinshi cells and long-term costs of approximately US$150 per kWh. Read more…

Norwegian battery material specialist Vianode and Italian battery manufacturer FAAM have demonstrated how waste graphite from battery production can be recycled into high-performance anode material. Both parties now aim to scale their approach for industrial use. Read more…

BMW has unveiled its new 3 Series – which for the first time includes an electric sedan, the i3. Based on the Neue Klasse platform, the i3 shares its technical toolkit with the iX3 SUV but pulls ahead in terms of range. While the Munich-based automaker is calling for a starting price of €59,900, those who want the full 900 kilometers will pay at least €65,900. Read more…

The city of Boston is suing the Trump administration over the cancellation of a $20 million federal infrastructure grant by the US Department of Transportation. The federal agency reportedly withdrew the funding partly because the project included support for EV charging stations. Read more…

ASKO and ABB E-mobility are expanding their collaboration in the electrification of heavy-duty transport. A new service contract will govern the operation, maintenance, and support of the charging infrastructure for the Norwegian logistic company’s growing e-truck fleet. Read more…

Quantron has announced plans to establish a platform for zero-emission and autonomous heavy-duty commercial vehicles with two Chinese partners. Earlier this month, the Haller Group brand also announced its return to the market through a joint venture in China. Read more…

Mercedes-Benz is now accepting orders for the 2027 G 580 Electric in the US, with the luxury off-roader receiving a revised charging setup, improved efficiency, and slightly more range. Prices start at $165,200, up from $164,550 during the previous model year. Read more…

Momenta is set to work with Dongfeng Stellantis Automotive Technology to develop new driver assistance systems for future Peugeot and Jeep models. Based on Momenta’s R7 World Model, the systems are due to be introduced in several new electrified model lines from 2027, including in Europe. Read more…

Rio de Janeiro is investing the equivalent of approximately US$98 million in 175 electric buses and a new charging depot. The vehicles are scheduled to enter the city’s public transport system in the second half of 2027 and will fully electrify bus operations at the Terminal Gentileza. Read more…

Switch Mobility, a subsidiary of Indian commercial manufacturer Ashok Leyland, has secured an order for 840 electric buses from Navi Mumbai-based bus operator Antony Road Transport Solutions. The two companies have signed an agreement under which the latter will deploy these buses for public transport in Delhi. Read more…

The EU Commission wants to focus CEF and AFIF funding on charging infrastructure for e-trucks and buses in future. This is against a backdrop of high investment risks, cautious banks, and rapidly growing charging demand along key freight routes. Read more…

Amid a wave of mass redundancies, Bosch has announced further jobs cuts: around 900 out of 1800 employees at its Nuremburg site are now set to leave by 2029. IG Metall and the works council have firmly denounced this decision, calling it a “massive layoff.” Read more…

GAC plans to enter FAW Toyota and intends to take over the existing 50 per cent stake of a FAW subsidiary. This would bring Toyota’s previously separate China partnerships with FAW and GAC closer together. Read more…

With significantly lowered fuel consumption standards, the US government under President Donald Trump is promoting the market for internal combustion engine vehicles. This is noticeably hindering the ramp-up of electromobility in the USA and reducing pressure on automakers to sell more electric cars. Read more…