Kia opened pre-orders for the highly anticipated EV3 in Mexico, where the electric SUV will be built and shipped to the US later this year. Read more…
Waymo adds Google’s Gemini AI assistant and new UI to Ojai robotaxi
Waymo is putting Google’s Gemini AI assistant inside its robotaxis for the first time, alongside the first major redesign of its rider interface in years. Read more…
Two solid-state EV battery leaders are joining forces to scale the ‘breakthrough’ tech
SK On and Factorial Energy announced a new alliance that will focus on bringing solid-state batteries to the masses. Read more…
MG 07 goes on pre-sales with Momenta driver-assist, 845 km range
The MG 07 is priced from 125,900 yuan ($18,540) to 165,900 yuan in pre-sales and will officially launch in late August. Read more…
Factorial Taps Hyundai Supplier To Solve Solid-State Batteries’ Biggest Problem
Can you really mass-produce solid state batteries on existing battery lines? Factorial and SK On plan to find out. Read More…
Hongqi unveils 12C ultra-fast charging battery
Freenow and Apollo Go launch London robotaxi trial
Zeekr Power opens its first megawatt-level charging station in Thailand
Volvo drops lidar for good on EX90 and ES90, pays owner compensation
Volvo has confirmed it’s dropping lidar for good on the EX90 and ES90, and it’s paying owners compensation for a feature they were promised but will never get. Read more…
Hyundai reveals IONIQ 3 prices start at $30,000, and it already looks like a hit
Hyundai says the IONIQ 3 is attracting more customer interest than any vehicle it’s ever launched. With over 300 miles of range, Hyundai’s new high-tech infotainment system, and a starting price around $30,000, the electric hatch checks all the boxes. Read more…
China’s EV Charging Race Just Broke The Four-Minute Barrier
Hongqi says its experimental battery can add 60% charge in under four minutes with a peak charging rate of 12C. Read More…
Momenta cleared to test robotaxis across Germany as Uber ups its stake
This marks the first time a Chinese company has obtained Level 4 testing authorization covering urban roads across Germany. Read more…
ACEA reports strong growth for electric trucks and buses in the EU
BYD commences sales of Racco electric kei car in Japan
Hyundai recalls Inster over fire risk
Gelderland launches public smart charging pilot
China NEV retail sales dip 2% in first 26 days of July, outperforming broader market
China’s NEV retail penetration rose to 65.7% in July 1-26, while wholesale penetration reached 70%. Read more…
