Legacy automakers know that EVs are the future—but as public companies, the only future they can plan for is next quarter’s earnings report. As the current US administration slashes support for new technologies, automakers have been mostly silent, and some have quietly scaled back previously-announced electrification plans. So, it’s refreshing to hear that Ford still… Read more…
You Have To Win A Lottery To Tour Xiaomi’s Factory
The maker of the SU7 and YU7 started factory tours for the public in January. Good luck getting tickets. Read more…
Chevron announces plans to enter U.S. lithium market
The US-American oil company Chevron has announced its entry into lithium production, an important raw material for electric car batteries. Specifically, Chevron has acquired mining rights to the Smackover formation in Arkansas and Texas. Read more…
The European Battery Alliance hires a new managing director
Emma Nehrenheim is the new Managing Director of the European Battery Alliance (EBA). Founded in 2017, the battery alliance is a project initiated by the European Commission and coordinated by InnoEnergy on behalf of the EU Commission. Read more…
BearingPoint & SAP introduce cloud-based fleet management tool
The Europe-based management and tech consultancy firm BearingPoint has developed a modular, cloud-based fleet management system in collaboration with the software giant SAP aimed at optimizing business for fleet- and charge point operators. Read more…
Cadillac shakes up its entry-level EV with more power, new price, and Tesla plug
Just a year after introducing the Optiq as its most accessible electric vehicle, Cadillac is already rolling out big updates for the 2026 model year. In anything but a typical move for a sophomore model, the brand is boosting power, adding a new entry-level option, and unleashing a high-performance variant – an aggressive strategy for the busy American electric SUV… Read more…
CATL announces joint venture for robotaxis
Chinese battery giant CATL is venturing beyond the powertrain by co-founding a joint venture targeting Level 4 autonomous driving. It is leveraging synergies with mobility service provider Hello and fintech heavyweight Ant Group. Read more…
BYD expands its cargo ship fleet once again
In recent days, BYD has once again sent two new cargo ships on their way to export its electric cars and plug-in hybrids. The BYD Xi’an and the BYD Changsha can carry around 7,000 and 9,200 units, respectively. They are now BYD’s fifth and sixth car carriers. Read more…
This new ultra-compact hub motor could change urban e-bikes forever
A new electric hub motor just dropped at Eurobike 2025, and it’s a big deal – mainly because it’s so small. Developed through a partnership between Moving Magnet Technologies (MMT), Swiss mechatronics firm Sonceboz, and French e-bike software company eBikeLabs, the new motor aims to set a new benchmark for premium urban e-bikes. Read more…
Tesla Tells Feds To Stay Tight-Lipped On Robotaxi Safety Data
Plus, scrapping USPS EV progress would be a $1.5 billion hit to taxpayers and China dumps excess EVs on Brazil. Read more…
BYD unveils electric intercity bus with 700 km range
BYD has presented the B13.b electric bus for the intercity segment – an evolution of the current B13 model. Now built on the company’s integrated Blade Battery Chassis, the bus features a structural battery enabling “up to 700 kilometres of range”. Read more…
DPD to build seven new eco-ready parcel hubs in the UK
DPD will invest £330m in seven new fully automated distribution centres across the UK, all designed to support the company’s growing electric van fleet and help meet its net zero targets. The new sites will go live by early 2027. Read more…
The Rimac Nevera R Forces You to Recalibrate Your Brain
With over 2,000 horsepower, the Rimac Nevera R accelerates like little else. It’s a lot to handle. Read more…
Santiago public transport operator takes delivery of 300 electric buses
Chilean bus operator Red Movilidad has taken delivery of a further 300 electric buses in Santiago de Chile. They will join another 300 new electric buses that had arrived in the Chilean capital in May. Read more…
Tesla’s refreshed Model Y Performance breaks cover ahead of launch
The high-performance variant of Tesla’s updated Model Y, part of the “Juniper” refresh, has been spotted for the first time on public roads completely undisguised, revealing key styling changes that set it apart from its more sedate siblings. Just when you thought the electric car world couldn’t get any more predictable, Tesla pulls the camouflage off its latest creation, the… Read more…
BYD to take over EV distribution in Australia
From July 2025, BYD will handle the distribution of its EVs and plug-in hybrids in Australia, taking over from EV Direct. The move comes a year ahead of schedule and is set to streamline operations, expand the retail network, and accelerate EV adoption across the country. Read more…
Antonio Filosa takes office as Stellantis CEO – new leadership team announced
Just a few weeks after being named successor to outgoing Stellantis CEO Carlos Tavares, who stepped down in December, Antonio Filosa has officially taken up his post. His first official act as the new CEO has been to appoint his executive team. No longer part of that team is Chief Purchasing Officer Maxime Picat, who is now seen as a potential candidate for the top job at Renault. Read more…
Wolfspeed to file for bankruptcy in the USA
The US chip manufacturer Wolfspeed wanted to expand in Germany with chips for electric cars. The company has now reached an agreement with its creditors and has presented plans for restructuring. Accordingly, the company intends to file for insolvency in the USA and thus reduce its debts by 70 per cent. Read more…
Amazon takes 5,000 electric delivery vans from Mercedes
Amazon is expanding its European fleet with a further 5,000 electric vans from Mercedes-Benz Vans. The all-electric eVito and eSprinter are to be handed over to Amazon’s delivery partners in five countries. Including Germany. Read more…
Mercedes-Benz Trucks introduces circular economy
Mercedes-Benz Trucks is introducing a CB400 high-voltage exchange battery as a resource-efficient alternative to replacing used batteries with new ones. At launch, the batteries are available for eActros 300/400 models, but the programme is to be expanded. Read more…
