A test of a prototype BMW iX3 reveals that the Neue Klasse EV platform may just live up to the hype—and it’s a BMW through and through. Read more…
Oppo and Volkswagen enter a licensing partnership for connected vehicles
Oppo and Volkswagen announced they signed a partnership deal, allowing the German automaker to use Oppo’s cellular standard-essential patents (SEPs), including those related to 5G connectivity. Vehicles nowadays are becoming smarter and require stable cellular connections for an increasing number of features to work properly. That’s why Volkswagen is making a deal with Oppo. The Chinese tech company ranks eighth… Read more…
‘Utrecht Energized’ launched: How bidirectional charging is set to make the breakthrough
Bidirectional charging is often hailed as the holy grail of e-mobility. The batteries of electric cars are not only used for driving but can also power homes – or even help stabilise the electricity grid. Due to numerous hurdles, it has remained largely in the realm of pilot projects. But Utrecht has now launched the real-world operation of a significantly larger initiative – starting with 50 bidirectionally charging EVs, with a target of 500. What are the Dutch doing that others aren’t? We went to see for ourselves. Read more…
Rivian & WeaveGrid to partner on smart home charging
US manufacturer Rivian and charging software provider WeaveGrid announced they will provide smart charging capabilities to owners of Rivian EVs by the end of this year. It means that customers will be financially rewarded for charging flexibility. Read more…
Elon Musk ‘regrets’ what he said about Trump as the President is about to crush Tesla
Elon Musk announced that he “regrets” some of the things he said about Trump last week, just as the President is about to crush Tesla with a series of new laws. Read more…
Here are the best electric bikes you can buy at every price level in June 2025
I’ve spent countless hours here at Electrek doing detailed hands-on testing of hundreds of electric bikes. Through thousands of miles of riding, I’ve been fortunate to learn these e-bikes inside and out, top to bottom and front to back. That long-term experience with real-world e-bike testing has helped me find the best electric bicycles on the market for just about any budget. Read more…
Resch aims to cut battery module costs by one-third
The supplier Resch has developed a battery module that, unlike conventional solutions, does not require adhesives or welded connections. The Austrian company expects cost savings of around one-third if the solution enters series production. Read more…
New high-voltage battery sensor from LEM aims to reduce costs
Swiss measurement technology specialist LEM has developed a new current sensing unit for battery management in electric vehicles that combines shunt and Hall-effect technologies in a single component. The goal is to make the sensor more compact and cost-effective. Read more…
Philippines gains its first all-electric taxi service
VinFast has launched an electric taxi service in the Philippines. The company offers zero-emission rides under its Green GSM brand. The service will operate in ten of the 16 cities and districts that make up Metro Manila. Read more…
The New Nissan Leaf Finally Gets A Liquid-Cooled Battery
The third-generation EV should also be a little bit more fun to drive. Just don’t expect massive power. Read more…
Xiaomi SU7 Ultra Storms The Nurburgring, Beats Porsche And Rimac
A production-spec Xiaomi SU7 Ultra just lapped the Nurburgring Nordschleife quicker than the quickest Porsche Taycan. Read more…
BYD Fang Cheng Bao’s new SUV officially named Tai 7
Fang Cheng Bao revealed the name of Tai 7 and shared an image of the model wrapped in camouflage.
Tai 7 is expected to target a broader family user base with a larger size than Tai 3.
China NEV retail at 202,000 in Jun 1-8, up 40% year-on-year
The penetration rate of NEVs in retail sales was 58.8 percent during the June 1-8 period, and 49.78 percent year-to-date.
Year-to-date, China’s passenger NEV cumulative retail sales totaled 4.559 million units, up 34 percent year-on-year.
Cadillac launches the Lyriq-V in Europe
GM’s premium subsidiary Cadillac has officially announced the European launch of the performance version of the Lyriq. The model will be available to order in Germany, Switzerland and France from June, at six-figure prices. Read more…
Blink Charging UK expands North Herts network
The charge point operator Blink Charging UK has announced a new contract with North Herts Council. It will see the CPO deliver 18 new EV charging hubs in locations across the county. Read more…
Tesla to launch robotaxi service in Austin
It looks like Tesla will stick to its schedule: The company’s first robotaxi service is expected to launch this month – but initially with the Model Y, not the Cybercab. Read more…
China EV battery installations in May: CATL share at 42.87%, BYD 22.49%
CATL’s market share in May increased by 3.44 percentage points compared to April, while BYD’s share decreased by 3.86 percentage points.
In May, China’s power battery installation volume totaled 57.1 GWh, up 43.1 percent year-on-year and up 5.5 percent sequentially.
ProLogium and Kyushu Electric to develop batteries for heavy machinery
Taiwanese solid-state battery developer and manufacturer ProLogium Technology has formed a strategic partnership with Japan’s Kyushu Electric Power to develop a 24 V lithium ceramic battery (LCB) module tailored for construction machinery applications. The partnership combines ProLogium’s battery technology with Kyushu Electric Power’s expertise in module design and end-user integration to create a high-performance, durable… Read more…
China NEV sales hit year-to-date high in May, exports set new record
In May, China’s NEV sales reached 1,307,000 units, up 36.9 percent year-on-year, according to CAAM data.
NEV exports in May reached a record 212,000 units, up 120 percent year-on-year.
Tritium introduces TRI-FLEX fast-charging system in Europe
Tritium has announced the European launch of its TRI-FLEX DC fast-charging platform. The new system is designed to meet EU infrastructure requirements and will be presented at EVS38 in Gothenburg, Sweden, from 15 to 18 June 2025. Read more…
