The Zeekr-made Ojai minivan fitted with Waymo’s sixth-generation Driver suite will start offering trips to employees soon. Lire la suite…
Waymo’s Most Advanced Self-Driving System Hits The Road
CATL added to Hong Kong’s Hang Seng Index; WeRide, Pony AI join Hang Seng Composite Index
CATL was listed in Hong Kong on May 20, 2025, and has since risen 75% cumulatively, with a market capitalization of HK$2.36 trillion ($302 billion).
WeRide and Pony AI were included in the Hang Seng Composite Index, while Horizon Robotics was included in the Hang Seng China Enterprises Index.
Tesla launches its FSD ride-along program in the Netherlands
Tesla announced its expansion of the FSD ride-along program in the Netherlands, following the positive reception and success in other European countries. In November last year, the company kick-started the FSD ride-alongs in Germany, France and Italy. The ride-alongs allow consumers and authorities to experience Tesla’s Full Self-Driving feature in real-world traffic conditions with a staff member in the driver’s… Read more…
China: FAW advances solid-state batteries
China Automotive New Energy Battery (CANEB), the battery production subsidiary of the FAW Group, has begun installing semi-solid-state batteries in prototype vehicles. Just weeks earlier, FAW had already showcased a first prototype of its luxury brand Hongqi equipped with a solid-state battery. Read more…
New MG4 EV Urban launches in Austria for under 20,000 Euros
MG Motor is now offering its new MG4 Urban, unveiled in late January in the UK, in the first continental European market: The MG4 EV Urban is now available for order in Austria and is expected to be available from April 2026. Prices start at €19,990. Read more…
Rivian boosts revenue despite delivery decline – also thanks to VW
EV manufacturer Rivian increased its 2025 revenue by 8% to nearly $5.4 billion. This growth occurred despite an 18% decline in vehicle deliveries. The development of E/E architecture and software for partner Volkswagen significantly contributed to this revenue boost. Read more…
Trump scraps climate protection cornerstone: what it means for the automotive industry
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has revoked the ‘Endangerment Finding’ under pressure from U.S. President Donald Trump, which previously classified greenhouse gases as a threat to public health. This removes the legal basis for numerous climate protection regulations in the U.S., including emission standards for vehicles. Read more…
Li Auto’s self-driving head to leave after brief role in humanoid robot effort, report says
Li Auto’s autonomous driving architect Lang Xianpeng is set to depart after transitioning to lead the company’s humanoid robot unit two weeks ago.
Lang was one of the primary contributors to Li Auto’s advancement from mid-tier to industry-leading capabilities in smart driving.
Be.EV acquires Mer’s UK charging network
UK charge point operator Be.EV has acquired the UK public charging network of Mer, adding over 1,600 charging bays across more than 450 sites. The deal expands its footprint to over 2,500 bays at over 680 locations nationwide. Read more…
Mercedes introduces fourth CLA powertrain variant
So far, Mercedes has offered two battery variants for its entry-level electric model, the CLA, with the larger battery also optionally available as an all-wheel-drive version. Now, the German automaker added a fourth variant, at least in Germany. It features the familiar rear-wheel drive but with a new, mid-sized battery. Read more…
Canada Just Unveiled Its Boldest EVs Yet
The Vector and Borealis are Canada’s way of saying: “We have EVs at home.” Lire la suite…
Nio’s battery asset operator Mirattery secures $145 million in latest C3 financing round
Mirattery brought in two new state-owned enterprise shareholders from Hefei in the new funding, expanding its Series C financing to nearly RMB 2 billion.
This marks a further expansion of Mirattery’s Series C financing following its December expansion.
Xos drops price of electric Class 6 strip chassis to $99,000
Xos has unveiled its 2026 model year Class 6 strip chassis at a starting price of $99,000, which the company calls the most competitive price point in the commercial EV segment. The 23,000 lb GVWR chassis is purpose-built for return-to-base fleet operations, offering approximately 120 miles of range on the standard configuration and up to… Read more…
Voyah to make Hong Kong stock market debut on Mar 19
Voyah turned a profit in 2025, reporting net income of RMB 1.02 billion.
Voyah’s stock code is 7489, and it will list in Hong Kong via an introductory listing.
Tesla Semi specifications reveal massive power and higher price tags
The wait for the Tesla Semi has been a long one. It has been nearly ten years since the world first saw the concept of this electric truck. For 98 months, fans and businesses wondered if the vehicle would ever truly hit the road in large numbers. A few companies have used the truck in tests, but Tesla is now… Read more…
Xiaomi EV reaches 600,000 vehicle delivery milestone in 22 months
Xiaomi EV aims to deliver 550,000 vehicles in 2026, following 411,837 deliveries in 2025.
Xiaomi EV commenced pre-sales for the updated SU7 on January 7, with the official launch scheduled for April.
ChargePoint network data indicates EV charging demand is outpacing infrastructure deployments
EV charging providers don’t seem to have gotten the memo about the demise of EVs—they’ve been deploying new chargers in record numbers in the US and Europe. Retail chains also seem to be ignoring the steady drumbeat of doom—Walmart, Kroger, Wawa and others are planning to open thousands of new charging locations over the next… Read more…
i-charging launches 1.6 MW modular architecture for megawatt-scale EV charging
EV charging infrastructure provider i-charging has expanded its charging ecosystem with MAX, a 1.6 MW modular charging power unit designed to be expandable to accommodate changing needs. MAX integrates seamlessly with i-charging’s existing user interface portfolio to support installations ranging from mixed urban fleets to megawatt-scale public charging sites. “Traditional high-power charging solutions require operators… Read more…
In Washington, DC, curbside parking just became EV charging
Washington, DC, just launched a curbside charging pilot to install public EV chargers on residential streets across all eight wards. The goal is to make charging easier for people who don’t have a driveway or garage and figure out how to scale curbside charging citywide. Read more…
Europe surges, US stumbles, China cools: EV sales dip in 2026
1.2 million EVs were sold globally in January – but the market shrank. Global EV sales fell 3% year-over-year and 44% in January 2026 from December to 1.2 million units, according to Benchmark Mineral Intelligence. The slowdown was largely driven by China, where sales dropped after new taxes and weaker incentives kicked in. Read more…
