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…
CATL’s 1 millionth battery pack for Li Auto rolls off line
As of the end of May, Li Auto’s cumulative vehicle deliveries reached 1,301,531 units.
Li Auto introduced Sunwoda and Svolt Energy as additional battery suppliers in February 2023.
Advanced PEEK materials enable high-voltage EV motor performance
Syensqo’s Ajedium™ and KetaSpire® PEEK Solutions Optimize Slot Fill Factor and Thermal Management in Premium Sports Car Application
Mavel Powertrain has integrated Syensqo’s advanced polyetheretherketone (PEEK) materials into its latest high-voltage electric motor architecture, targeting applications exceeding 800V nominal system voltage. Read more…
Toyota launches bZ5 electric SUV coupe in China
Toyota is celebrating the market launch of its electric SUV coupé bZ5 in China. The front-wheel drive vehicle was developed by FAW Toyota and features LFP batteries from BYD. The Japanese manufacturer is asking the equivalent of just under €16,000 for the entry-level version of the model. Read more…
Maruti Suzuki to limit production for its e Vitara
Maruti Suzuki has decided to initially lower the production target for the all-electric e Vitara by two-thirds due to supply constraints. The move will likely limit the EV’s availability at launch. Read more…
Leapmotor expands into Hong Kong, opens first local store
Market development in Hong Kong and Macau will be handled by Leapmotor’s marketing team in the Chinese mainland.
Leapmotor views Hong Kong as a stage to showcase its products to global users and a window for global capital to understand the company.
Check out Toyota’s new bZ5: A surprisingly stylish and low-cost EV for China
Toyota’s new electric SUV is about the size of a Tesla Model Y, but half the cost. The bZ5 officially launched in China on Tuesday, starting at around $18,000. Can it keep pace with BYD, Tesla, and others in Chin. Read more…
EV prices dipped in May – and Tesla Model Y led the slide
EVs got a little more affordable in May, and Tesla’s price drop had a lot to do with that. According to new data from Kelley Blue Book, the average transaction price (ATP) for a new EV in May was $57,734. That’s down from $59,123 in April. Year-over-year, that’s a 1.1% drop. Read more…
A prototype Porsche Cayenne EV just beat every gas SUV ever in a hillclimb
Porsche is preparing to release its Cayenne EV in the next year or so, but that didn’t stop it from taking the car out in secret to a hillclimb meet, where it utterly destroyed the previous course record previously held by a 12-cylinder Bentley Bentayga. Read more…
Tesla driverless robotaxi spotted in Austin for the first time, but with trailing car
Tesla’s driverless robotaxi has been spotted in Austin for the first time, but it is being followed by a trailing car with a driver. Read more…
Nio, Xpeng, Li Auto join major automakers in pledging to pay suppliers within 60 days
Nio said that it will continue to adhere to payment terms of 60 days or less, collaborating with partners to promote high-quality development of China’s automotive industry.
Xpeng and Li Auto also announced similar commitments following similar moves by several major automakers.
CATL launches next-gen battery cell for energy storage
The 587 Ah high-capacity cell achieves an energy density of 434 Wh/L, a 10 percent improvement over the previous generation.
CATL has deployed over 256 GWh of energy storage system capacity globally, serving more than 1,000 projects.
Xiaomi SU7 Ultra becomes fastest production car on Nürburgring
The SU7 Ultra achieved a lap time of 7:04.957 on the Nürburgring circuit in Germany, surpassing the previous record of 7:07.55 set by the Porsche Taycan Turbo GT in September 2023.
In October 2024, the SU7 Ultra prototype completed the Nürburgring circuit challenge with a lap time of 6:46.874.
Chinese automakers including BYD, Geely, Xpeng pledge to shorten payment cycles to suppliers
China’s major automakers and some new carmakers have pledged to shorten supplier payment terms amid concerns about supply chain security.
About 10 automakers, including BYD, Geely Auto, Chery, and Xpeng, have announced this commitment.
