Eaton and ChargePoint have launched the ChargePoint Express Grid, an ultrafast DC V2X charging solution delivering up to 600 kW for passenger EVs and megawatt charging for commercial vehicles. The modular system reduces capex, footprint and operational costs while integrating renewables and supporting grid stability. Read more…
Government limits Electric Car Grant for pricier variants
To qualify for the UK’s Electric Car Grant (ECG), vehicles need to be zero-emission and start below 37,000 pounds. Until now, the grant also applied to more expensive trim levels as long as the base version of the same model met the price limit. As the number of eligible vehicles grows, the UK government has now introduced a price cap of £42,000. Read more…
Solaris to supply up to 180 electric buses for Malmö
Solaris has signed a new framework agreement with Nobina Sverige, one of Scandinavia’s largest public transport operators. The deal covers up to 180 electric buses, which will be delivered to Malmö over the next two years. Read more…
BYD sees net income drop 30% in Q2 as competition intensifies
This marks the first year-on-year decline in BYD’s net income since the first quarter of 2022. Read more…
Nio makes 100kWh battery standard and slashes EV prices again
Chinese electric car maker Nio announced a major shakeup to its pricing and product strategy. Starting immediately, the company will fit its entire lineup of electric cars with its larger 100 kWh long-range battery pack as standard, effectively slashing prices for its most capable models and addressing one of the biggest complaints from its customer base: driving range. The announcement… Read more…
Isuzu to build test track for automated commercial vehicles
The Japanese commercial vehicle manufacturer Isuzu has started building a test track for fully automated commercial vehicles on its island of Hokkaido. Buses and trucks with autonomy level 4 are to be tested there from September 2027. In the medium term, the new site is set to become Isuzu’s centre for the development of autonomous driving technologies. Read more…
BYD to change H-share lot size from 500 shares to 100 to widen shareholder base
The change will take effect on September 19, significantly lowering the entry barrier for buying BYD shares on the Hong Kong stock market.
The adjustment will enhance the liquidity of H shares and broaden the shareholder base, BYD said.
This is the new Tesla Model Y Performance, coming to Europe in Sept.
Tesla has announced the Model Y Performance, available in Europe starting in September. Read more…
GM Is Partially Shutting Down GMC Hummer EV And Cadillac Escalade IQ Production
Two shifts will be shut down for a little over a month “to align to market dynamics.” Lire la suite…
Chery’s Exeed brand debuts ET5 midsize SUV
The Exeed ET5 is an EREV with a battery range of 205 kilometers.
Exeed said that the ET5 name continues its ET series.
Deftpower secures multi-million euro funding
The Dutch provider of AI-based charging solutions has raised €12.5 million in a financing round – mainly from existing investors. Deftpower plans to use the funds to further develop and expand its smart charging solution. Read more…
BYD Denza adds new variants to D9 MPV, lowering starting price
The new Denza D9 variants lower the MPV’s starting price from RMB 339,800 to RMB 309,800.
Denza sold 11,375 units in July, with 8,331 units of the D9 MPV.
BYD Denza adds new variants to D9 MPV, lowering starting price
The new Denza D9 variants lower the MPV’s starting price from RMB 339,800 to RMB 309,800.
Denza sold 11,375 units in July, with 8,331 units of the D9 MPV.
SAIC MG launches redesigned MG4 with semi-solid-state battery variant starting at $14,000
The all-new MG4 has a starting guide price of just RMB 68,800 ($9,650), making it one of the most affordable EVs in the Chinese market.
Its semi-solid-state battery variant delivers a CLTC range of 537 kilometers.
Leapmotor delays B10 production in Spain to Q3 2026
Leapmotor will apparently not start European production of the B10 until the third quarter of 2026. Earlier this year, there was still talk of a possible production debut in the first quarter. According to a Chinese media report, preparations for production are currently underway at the Stellantis plant in Zaragoza, Spain. Read more…
New Tesla Model Y Performance: This Is It
The fastest Model Y comes with sports seats, adaptive suspension, a new screen and a price to match. Lire la suite…
Rivian’s Fast Charger Network Is Growing, And Most Stalls Work With All EVs Now
Rivian has expanded from a handful of DC fast chargers to over 120 locations across the U.S. Lire la suite…
BYD cuts Qin L EV price, adds new variant to boost electric sedan’s appeal
BYD has reduced the price of its Qin L EV by RMB 10,000 ($1,400) and introduced a new variant equipped with the DiSus-C body control system.
The discounted starting price for this new variant is RMB 129,800, featuring a high-speed tire blowout stability system.
Tesla launches new Model Y Performance in Europe
As with the Model 3 Highland, Tesla initially only offered the standard versions after launching the facelifted Juniper edition of the Model Y. Now, the carmaker has opened the order books for the new Model Y Performance. Read more…
Onvo hits record deliveries in Aug as L90 reaches 10,000 units
The 10,000th L90 was delivered at the Chengdu auto show, 29 days after the SUV began deliveries on August 1.
The Onvo L90 is poised to become Nio Inc’s highest-selling model in a single month in the company’s history.
