Tesla has moved its safety monitor from the passenger’s seat to the driver’s seat in its ‘Robotaxi’ service in Austin, Texas, as it expands onto highways. Read more…
The Hyundai IONIQ 5 is having a breakout moment
Hyundai is on track for its best year ever. Following a breakout sales month in August, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 remains one of the best-selling EVs in the US. However, that’s not the only Hyundai EV that was a hot seller in August. Read more…
US residential solar prices stay low, tax credit cuts and tariffs loom
The US residential solar market hit a bumpy patch in the first half of 2025, according to the newly released 21st EnergySage Intel: Solar & Storage Marketplace Report. The semiannual report digs into millions of data points from EnergySage.com, where homeowners shop for solar panels, inverters, and batteries. This edition also includes EnergySage’s annual Electrification Contractor Survey, fielded between January and March 2025. Read more…
Toyota announces another new EV, but this one will be unique
The world’s largest automaker, Toyota, just announced plans for another new electric vehicle. This one isn’t just another EV. It marks a new milestone for Toyota as it expands its lineup. Read more…
Recirculate project pioneers robotic EV battery disassembly system
Recirculate, an EU-funded project focused on advancing innovations for second-life batteries, is developing a robotic EV battery disassembly system. This innovation addresses one of the battery industry’s most pressing bottlenecks: safe and efficient automated disassembly. The project has successfully completed its first phase: the creation of a set of tools and machine learning models for… Read more…
Webinar: Enhancing safety in your next lithium-ion battery design with BES LITE
Join us for an insightful webinar focused on the innovative BES LITE sensor, Battery Safety Electrolyte Detector, where we will delve into its myriad benefits, particularly in in-pack monitoring, testing methods, and seamless integration features tailored for non-EV applications. BES LITE can be integrated into Battery Energy Storage Systems, UAV/UVM, 2w & 3w vehicles, and… Read more…
Somerset Council to expand EV charging in UK county
The local authority for the UK county of Somerset has secured nearly £3.8 million to expand EV charging infrastructure for its residents. The council says it is now seeking a contractor to deliver the new chargers. Read more…
Hyundai And Kia Continued Their EV Sales Surge In August
Buyers are scooping up the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Kia EV9 in droves ahead of the federal tax credit expiring. Lire la suite…
California Pushes On With EV Chargers While Trump Changes The Rules—Again
The Golden State has big plans for its EV infrastructure, even as the federal government tips the scales toward gas stations. Lire la suite…
Toyota to manufacture EVs in Czech Republic
Japanese car manufacturer Toyota has confirmed its intention to manufacture electric cars in Europe in the future. The existing plant in Kolin, Czech Republic, has been chosen for this purpose. Among other things, the plant is now to be expanded to include a battery assembly facility. However, it is not yet known which electric car will be manufactured in Kolin. Read more…
Allego to launch mobility service platform with Deftpower
Charging infrastructure operator Allego has announced its entry into the extended mobility services business. Allego plans to work with Deftpower to develop and launch a new MSP (mobility service provider) platform. Read more…
UK Prime Minister cannot get an electric Range Rover
Jaguar Land Rover has confirmed that Prime Minister Keir Starmer cannot use an electric version of his armoured Range Rover. The manufacturer says current battery-electric technology cannot meet required levels of blast protection, forcing the head of government to rely on petrol models. So he has to stick with a petrol version. Read more…
Hubject and partners present reservation solution for electric commercial vehicles
At the ICNC, Hubject, together with Bosch Road Services, FRYTE and SBRS, presented a solution for the first fully interoperable reservation and POI data hub for commercial vehicles. What was previously only possible in individual projects is now to be implemented across providers. Read more…
India tax panel backs higher levies on luxury EVs
India’s GST advisory panel has recommended higher taxes on expensive electric vehicles, potentially slowing uptake of imported EVs such as the Tesla Model Y, BMW iX and Mercedes EQ models. Domestic manufacturers such as Tata and Mahindra could also feel the impact. Read more…
Skoda unveils models eligible for UK Electric Car Grant
Skoda has just revealed which of its EVs are eligible for the UK government’s Band 2 Electric Car Grant (ECG), which will give its customers £1,500 towards the purchase of a new vehicle. The company also announced the new long-range Elroq SE L 85. Read more…
New Jersey Driver Notices Tesla Model Y Charging Slowly. Should He Have Preconditioned?
“Pretty slow…” Lire la suite…
Segway’s electric go-karts are joining forces with the world’s largest indoor karting chain
Segway just smashed the accelerator pedal on youth motorsports, teaming up with indoor karting giant K1 Speed in a new partnership that blends electric micromobility with high-octane (high-electron?) thrills and fun.. Read more…
Volkswagen vows to make EVs more affordable, starting with the ID.Polo and a new SUV
It’s official. Volkswagen is shaking up its EV naming strategy. After confirming the ID.2 will launch as the ID.Polo, Volkswagen promises its new family of entry-level EVs “will make electric driving more affordable than ever.” The ID.Polo is just the start with an electric T-Cross and much more coming soon. Read more…
Fraunhofer pilot plant carefully dismantles batteries down to the cell level
Fraunhofer IWU is working with its partner EDAG Production Solutions to build an automated pilot plant for dismantling functional electric car batteries. The aim is to create an alternative to shredding used modules or entire high-voltage storage systems at the Chemnitz site. Read more…
Altilium and JLR demonstrate UK’s first EV cells from recycled materials
Altilium and Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) are showcasing the UK’s first EV battery cells using recycled cathode and anode materials at Cenex Expo 2025. The partners want to show that circular material use can meet automotive performance standards. Read more…
