Lucid Motors, the California-based maker of luxury electric cars, just announced its sixth straight quarter of record-breaking vehicle deliveries. It seems that even in the world of high-end electric vehicles, a good deal goes a long way. For the second quarter of 2025, Lucid delivered 3,309 of its premium EVs. While that number might seem small compared to industry giants,… Read more…
Tesla Model 3+ targets record EV range with new battery strategy in China
Tesla is about to introduce a new version of its popular Model 3 sedan in China, designed for one task – to maximize range. Documents filed with Chinese regulators reveal a new trim, badged as the “Model 3+,” which cleverly combines existing components to create what could become the longest-range electric car in Tesla’s entire lineup. Tesla plans to take… Read more…
Leapmotor launches EV purchase grant in the UK
Leapmotor has announced rebates for its T03 and B10 electric SUVs in the UK to cover for the switch in British subsidies. Buyers of Leapmotor’s EVs can save up to £3,750 on the purchase. Read more…
Energica may be saved by investors from Singapore
Rescue may be in sight for the insolvent Italian electric motorbike manufacturer Energica. As part of the legal sales process for Energica, “an offer with a significant deposit has been received from investors in Singapore”, writes the company. Read more…
Lithium metal batteries made usable with integrated flame retardant
A Chinese research team from the Institute of Chemistry of the Chinese Academy of Sciences has equipped a lithium metal battery with a flame retardant that can prevent fires caused by overheating. Read more…
Finn orders 5,000 vehicles from MG
The German car subscription provider Finn is expanding its partnership with MG Motor, which has been running since 2021. MG Motor will deliver a total of 5,000 additional vehicles to the mobility service provider in 2025, including electric cars. Read more…
Buick teases Electra L7 extended-range sedan in China
The Buick Electra L7 measures 5,032 mm in length and targets the premium sedan market priced at the RMB 300,000 ($41,790) level.
Buick is the latest automaker to adopt extended-range technology in the Chinese market, following several other international automakers that have already announced similar plans.
China expands luxury car consumption tax coverage
The move is seen as benefiting emerging domestic luxury EV models, while negatively impacting German models that dominate the market.
This marks China’s first inclusion of pure electric vehicles in the scope of consumption tax levies.
Huawei-backed Maextro S800 luxury sedan secures over 8,000 orders 50 days after launch
The Maextro S800 is a luxury sedan co-developed by Huawei and JAC, with a starting price of RMB 708,000 ($98,600).
Its highest-priced variant will be affected by China’s latest luxury car consumption tax.
Dongfeng M-Hero begins pre-sales of M817 off-road SUV featuring Huawei tech
The M817 is the first result of the strategic partnership between M-Hero and Huawei, featuring the ADS 4 assisted driving system and HarmonyOS cockpit.
The M817’s pre-sales starting price is RMB 329,900 ($45,950).
Geely Galaxy adds 2 lower-priced variants to A7 hybrid sedan ahead of Aug launch
The Geely Galaxy A7’s pre-sales starting price has been lowered to RMB 97,800 ($13,620), with the official launch set for August.
Deutsche Bank expects the A7’s monthly sales to exceed 10,000 units, competing with the BYD Qin L DM-i and Seal 06 DM-i.
BYD reaches 60,000 deliveries in Australia with 8,156 units sold in Jun
The BYD Shark 6 pickup truck sold 10,424 units in Australia in the first half of the year, accounting for 45 percent of BYD’s local sales during the same period.
BYD expects its delivery volume in Australia to exceed 40,000 units for the full year of 2025.
Ultium Cells to upgrade Tennessee plant for LFP battery cell production
Ultium Cells, a joint venture between General Motors and LG Energy Solution, will upgrade its Spring Hill, Tennessee battery cell manufacturing facility to scale production of low-cost lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery cells, building on a $2.3-billion investment announced in 2021. Conversion of battery cell lines at Spring Hill to produce LFP cells will begin… Read more…
The evolution of aluminum heat exchanger manufacturing
Sponsored by Honeywell. In the dynamic aluminum heat exchanger sector, EV manufacturers continuously push design complexity to meet the demands of electric vehicle size, space, and cooling requirements. This collaboration between EV and heat exchanger manufacturers results in the latter continuously driving improvements in workflow optimization, business efficiency, and environmental responsibility. Heat exchanger manufacturers… Read more…
Würth Elektronik’s new ePDM 70-150 power distribution controller for vehicle electrical systems
Würth Elektronik ICS has introduced a new power distribution controller for vehicle electrical systems. The ePDM 70-150 is an intelligent solution that combines logic processing, communication, advanced diagnostics and high-current outputs in a compact device. The ePDM 70-150 is designed for demanding control and power distribution tasks. It’s equipped with 9 analog and 13 digital… Read more…
Panasonic Energy begins mass production of EV battery cells at new factory in Kansas
Panasonic Energy has begun mass production of 2170 cylindrical battery cells at a new factory just outside Kansas City. The company plans to establish an annual production capacity of approximately 32 GWh in the future. The Kansas Factory is Panasonic’s second EV battery production site in the US. The company’s Nevada Factory in Sparks, Nevada… Read more…
Xiaomi YU7 Max real-world range test falls short of official numbers
The Xiaomi YU7 is getting a lot of attention for its technology and performance. Unfortunately, a recent independent highway range test of the top-tier YU7 Max model suggests that its real-world driving distance may not quite live up to the official numbers advertised. While still delivering a respectable performance, the results highlight a common theme in the world of EVs:… Read more…
Rivian solves EV navigation woes by partnering with Google Maps
There is no two ways about it – most built-in car navigation systems are a compromise. They often feel a step behind the apps on our phones, with outdated maps, clumsy search functions, and questionable traffic predictions. For owners of electric cars, this problem is magnified. A simple wrong turn or a miscalculation of available charging stations can turn a… Read more…
US imposes additional duties on Chinese anode graphite
The US Department of Commerce has imposed provisional anti-dumping duties of 93.5 per cent on Chinese imports of anode graphite after concluding that the materials were unfairly subsidised. However, not all US companies are happy with the decision. Read more…
Lithium metal batteries made usable with integrated flame retardant
A Chinese research team from the Institute of Chemistry of the Chinese Academy of Sciences has equipped a lithium metal battery with a flame retardant that can prevent fires caused by overheating. Read more…
