Sakuu has announced that its Kavian additive manufacturing platform can dry-print lithium-ion battery cathodes with leading cycle life using existing high-nickel chemistry. The company claims that cells manufactured via Kavian’s fully dry process retained 83 percent of their original charge capacity after 4,000 cycles, surpassing typical standards for EV batteries. According to Sakuu, the tested… Read more…
VW to be the launch customer of XPeng’s new VLA 2.0 self-driving system
XPeng unveiled its VLA 2.0 model, its full-send “operating system of the physical AI world.” The AI-powered self-driving system promises to bring a paradigm shift in the industry. As a testament to its potential Volkswagen has decided to adopt VLA 2.0 on its vehicles, ditching its own efforts on self-driving. VW will also be using XPeng’s Turing AI Chip for… Read more…
Tesla Model Y Performance review – A perfect blend of driving thrill and everyday practicality
The revised Tesla Model Y Performance surprises at first glance at the data sheet with its seemingly lower output. However, in our test drive, the top version of the Juniper proved that with its 338 kW, it remains as strong as ever while showing clear improvements in driving dynamics, comfort, and quality.
BC Hydro expands EV network beyond 700 charging points
BC Hydro’s public charging network has surpassed 700 charging points across British Columbia after taking ownership of 28 additional electric vehicle sites from the Ministry of Transportation and Transit. The integration will add 88 new ports, including fast and Level 2 chargers, by the end of 2025. Read more…
Electric aircraft manufacturer Beta Technologies makes its stock market debut
Beta Technologies raises a billion dollars in fresh capital on its Wall Street debut and achieves a valuation of 7.4 billion dollars. VTOL technology is set to be officially approved in the US within the next 30 months. Read more…
Porsche opens development centre in Shanghai
On 5 November, Porsche opened its first major development facility outside Europe in Shanghai. The main aim there is to tailor software to local customer preferences and shorten development cycles. Read more…
Retro Renault Twingo EV Aims To Undercut China
The new electric Twingo will cost less than $23,000 before subsidies apply. Lire la suite…
Tesla Faces A Reality Check Amid Musk’s $1 Trillion Raise Request
We also discuss Lucid’s third-quarter earnings and Redwood Materials’ new plant in South Carolina. Lire la suite…
Sourcewell contracts ChargePoint & The Mobility House in North America
Two public Sourcewell contracts were issued in the United States for charging infrastructure, and ChargePoint and The Mobility House are the beneficiaries. The charging infrastructure stands to be built by municipalities, transit authorities, and public schools in North America. Read more…
2026 Cadillac Optiq-V First Drive: A Tesla-Plug EV Hot Rod That’s More Than Meets The Eye
Cadillac’s smallest EV gets a lot of extra grunt from its big brother, the Lyriq-V. We find out if it’s better for it. Lire la suite…
EO closes major funding round in the UK
British charging infrastructure provider EO Charging has completed a major investment round, worth a total of £25 million, as well as an increased debt facility with HSBC. The company also has completed its planned exit from the US market. Read more…
World premiere of the Twingo E-Tech Electric: Renault’s “game changer” for electric city cars
Many carmakers have struggled to produce an electric small car for under €20,000. The new Renault Twingo aims to achieve exactly that – while avoiding the trap of being a bare-bones budget model. On paper, the electric car built in Slovenia looks highly appealing – thanks in no small part to help from China. Read more…
Candela’s flying electric boats set to soar around the Maldives
In a landmark move for sustainable maritime transport, Swedish firm Candela is bringing its hydrofoiling electric vessel, the Candela P‑12, to the Maldives, promising faster, cleaner, seasickness-free transfers from the airport to the remote atolls. Read more…
This $15,000 Chinese EV can swap batteries faster than you can pump gas [Video]
How does a fully charged battery in under 100 seconds sound? China’s CATL, GAC Group, and JD.com revealed a battery-swappable version of the Aion UT that can swap batteries quicker than you can pump gas. Read more…
GWM Tank launches updated Tank 400 SUV, hybrid version starts at $40,140
The Tank 400 competes with the Fang Cheng Bao’s Bao 5, offering gasoline and diesel variants in addition to hybrid options.
The hybrid Tank 400 offers two Hi4-T options and one Hi4-Z option, starting at RMB 285,800 ($40,140).
Tesla launches “MultiPass” in more countries – including Germany
In September, Tesla introduced “MultiPass”, a feature that allows charging at third-party stations using a Tesla account. After its initial launch in the Netherlands, “MultiPass” is now available in Sweden, Germany, the UK, France and Belgium. Read more…
Tesla launches “MultiPass” in more countries – including Germany
In September, Tesla introduced “MultiPass”, a feature that allows charging at third-party stations using a Tesla account. After its initial launch in the Netherlands, “MultiPass” is now available in Sweden, Germany, the UK, France and Belgium. Read more…
Evotrex’s Off-Grid Trailer Brings A Hybrid Twist To The RV Game
The company was founded by people who used to work at BYD and Anker, so the RV trailer could shape up to be something interesting. Lire la suite…
Bentley’s First EV Is Coming—But So Are More Gas Engines
The luxury automaker is backtracking on its earlier commitment to phase out combustion engines by 2035. Lire la suite…
The 2026 BMW i4 Gets More Range And More Power
The entry-level i4 eDrive40 can now deliver over 300 miles of range, no matter the wheel size. Lire la suite…
