US truck manufacturer Peterbilt has unveiled its latest electric model, the 567EV—touted by the company as its first battery-electric heavy-duty truck developed specifically for the vocational market. In parallel, Peterbilt’s 579EV is also moving into its next generation. Read more…
Rumor: an Aston Martin F1-branded smartphone is in the works
Plans for an Aston Martin EV keep getting pushed back – recent reports say fans will have to wait until 2030! – but the company has other projects in the pipeline. Like a smartphone, for example. Okay, it’s actually the Aston Martin Aramco Formula 1 Team and the phone itself will be made by a Chinese brand. This info comes… Read more…
Legal dispute over fast-chargers: Fastned loses case against Autobahn GmbH at ECJ
In its long-awaited ruling, the European Court of Justice (ECJ) clarified the conditions under which an existing concession may be amended without launching a new procurement procedure. The verdict confirms that the actions of German Autobahn GmbH in expanding charging infrastructure were lawful, and Fastned’s challenge has been dismissed. Read more…
Smart opens order books for the #5 in Germany
The Smart #5 is now available to order in Germany, with list prices starting at €45,900 as previously announced. To mark its launch, the electric SUV is being offered across all trim levels with a €2,500 discount. Read more…
LG & Derichebourg to launch recycling joint venture in France
LG Energy Solution announces plans to establish a joint venture with Derichebourg, a French metal waste recycler, to build a battery recycling plant. Construction of a new factory will begin next year. Read more…
Volvo Goes Into Cost-Cutting Mode
Despite posting record profits last year, Volvo’s financial situation is becoming increasingly grim this year. So it’s cutting deep. Read more…
Porsche reassesses battery ambitions amid slower EV uptake
Porsche is reassessing its battery strategy in response to the slower-than-expected ramp-up of electric mobility – and the impact is being felt across its operations. The German carmaker has confirmed a strategic realignment of its battery activities, which directly affects its subsidiary, the Cellforce Group. Compounding the situation, Porsche has also issued a profit warning. Read more…
BYD’s 1st flagship showroom in Peru opens
The new store, which covers more than 1,000 square meters, is the first BYD flagship showroom in Peru.
BYD launched the Yuan Up electric compact SUV in Peru.
Ljubljana secures EU funding for 16 electric buses to modernise public transport
Slovenia’s capital will receive €3.5 million in EU support for fleet renewal, targeting cleaner air and lower emissions. The city will acquire three types of electric buses. Read more…
Nio’s swap stations complete initial coverage of all counties in Guangdong
Nio has previously completed its Power Up Counties program in Jiangsu and Zhejiang.
It aims to complete its Power Up Counties program in 14 provinces in the first half of this year.
Baknor reveals revolutionary advance in liquid cold plate casting process
A new leak-free casting process that could revolutionise the efficiency of liquid cold plates has been introduced by leading thermal management solution innovator Baknor. The ‘Zero Zleak’ method promises to enhance the performance and reliability of cooling systems for high-power batteries and power electronics and set new industry standards. Read more…
China EV insurance registrations for week ending Apr 27: Nio 6,500, Onvo 1,470, Tesla 10,280, BYD 62,200
The Nio and Onvo brands had combined insurance registrations of 7,970 units in China last week, up 29.17 percent from 6,170 units in the previous week.
Tesla had 10,280 insurance registrations last week, up 51.62 percent from 6,780 the previous week.
This 2026 luxury Genesis electric SUV already has a massive $14,000 discount
The redesigned 2026 Genesis GV70 EV is arriving with significant discounts of up to $14,000. Genesis upgraded the luxury electric SUV with a longer driving range and a refined design, both inside and out. Here’s how you can score some savings. Read more…
Vietnamese solar giant Boviet opens first US factory in North Carolina
Vietnamese solar panel maker Boviet Solar just opened the doors to its first US factory — a huge new PV module plant in Greenville, North Carolina. Read more…
Xpeng P7+ electric sedan reaches 50,000th production milestone 5 months after launch
The P7+ delivered 23,885 units in the first quarter, contributing 25.41 percent of Xpeng’s deliveries in the same period.
Xpeng launched a faster charging variant for the P7+ last week.
Leapmotor founder increases stake in company again
Leapmotor’s founder and his concert parties increased their stake in the company by HK$316 million ($40.7 million) in April.
Leapmotor has risen about 70 percent in Hong Kong so far this year.
Tesla gives update on Tesla Semi factory, says on track for volume production in 2026
Tesla has released a quick update about its Tesla Semi factory in Nevada. It says that it is on track for volume production of the electric semi truck in 2026. Read more…
The first giant 15 MW turbine is up at Germany’s largest offshore wind farm
Germany’s largest offshore wind farm under construction, EnBW’s He Dreiht, just hit a big milestone: The first enormous turbine is now up in the North Sea. Read more…
BYD breaks ground on NEV plant in Cambodia, production expected to start in Q4
The first phase of the plant is expected to start production in the fourth quarter of this year, with a planned annual capacity of 10,000 vehicles.
The CKD plant will cover an area of 12 hectares with a total investment of $32 million.
TOSS seal-and-cut heat seal bands are designed for sealing battery cells and packs
TOSS Machine Components, a manufacturer of impulse heat-sealing components and supplies, has introduced a line of seal-and-cut heat-seal bands designed to address the specific needs of sealing battery cells and packs. The company’s Beaded Bands, T-Profile Bands and Custom Seal-Cut (CSC) Bands deliver consistent, reliable seals while cutting polymeric films in a single process, the… Read more…
