For years, drivers using Apple CarPlay have voiced a desire for more entertainment options, particularly the ability to stream videos while their vehicles are stationary. Apple ignored the requests and maintained a tight grip on the types of apps allowed on its in-car infotainment system, sticking mainly to navigation, music, calls, and messaging. This restriction resulted in the emergence of… Read more…
CATL unveils sodium-ion, 12C Shenxing, Freevoy dual-power batteries to show tech muscle
CATL has showcased its latest innovations ahead of the Shanghai auto show, as it tries to push the “boundaries” even further.
It unveiled the Naxtra sodium-ion battery brand, and the Naxtra passenger car battery will be mass-produced in December 2025.
CATL and NIO reach strategic cooperation on battery swapping
Chinese battery manufacturer CATL has signed a strategic cooperation agreement with EV manufacturer NIO to jointly build a battery swap network and promote the unification of industry technical standards. The companies aim to build a battery swap network for passenger cars and promote the popularization and upgrading of battery swap services. CATL will support the… Read more…
Video: Volvo CE’s electric construction equipment—practical considerations, successes and challenges
Charged recently chatted with Fredrik Tjernström from Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) to learn about the OEM’s electrification journey. Tjernström detailed Volvo CE’s gradual and strategic progression in electrifying its equipment lineup, starting four years ago with compact machines such as fully electric compact excavators and wheel loaders. He highlighted recent advancements, including launching electric… Read more…
CATL’s New LFP Battery Beats BYD’s 5-Minute EV Charging Speeds
The world’s biggest battery maker made three big announcements ahead of Auto Shanghai pushing EV tech to new heights. Read more…
2025 Kia EV6: America’s Most Underrated EV Starts At $42,900
That’s only $300 more than last year. But higher trim levels get way more expensive. Read more…
Ford gives all EV buyers a free charging station and installation—it seems to sell more cars
The “Ford Power Promise” focuses on drivers who can most easily charge at home—still the low-hanging fruit for EV sales. It’s working. Selling electric vehicles was always going to be a challenge, especially for established U.S. brands like Ford and Chevrolet. They require a lot of explanation by salespeople unfamiliar with EVs; not every shopper… Read more…
Nissan Wants Its Own City EV For Europe
The upcoming electric subcompact will be related to the new Renault Twingo and Dacia Spring EVs. Read more…
All the best EV rebate and cash back deals we could find for April 2025 (and PHEV)
Cynics will point at big rebates and claim they mean the vehicle isn’t selling, but that just exposes them for the industry noobs that they are. A rebate is a powerful financial tool that helps dealers overcome obstacles like negative equity, poor credit, and down payment requirements and get you to drive home in the car of your dreams today. Read more…
Affordable Tesla EV launch in the US faces delays
The long-awaited launch of Tesla’s more affordable electric vehicle in the United States is facing more delays. Customers who were hoping to snag a cheaper Tesla this year will have to practice their patience for at least several more months, according to recent reports. This new EV is widely understood to be a simplified version of the popular Model Y.… Read more…
Flynt unveils its first electric van for Europe
Dutch startup Flynt wants to shake up the European market for light commercial vehicles and has unveiled its first fully electric van. It is supposed to go up to 500 kilometres on one charge and score points with a low total cost of ownership (TCO). The electric transporter should hit the road in 2026. Read more…
How will customers benefit from bidirectional charging – five questions for Michael Rahi from E.ON Group Innovation
Last year, E.ON kicked off its Bi-clEVer pilot project to test the use of bidirectional charging in private households. So what does the future of bidirectional charging look like in Germany, and what is the state of affairs today? In the run-up to the Bidirectional Charging Special Exhibit at the Power2Drive in Munich in May, Michael Rahi from the E.ON Group Innovation explores the opportunities and hurdles ahead. Read more…
Free2move adds 50 Mokka Electric vehicles to fleet in Amsterdam
Carsharing provider Free2move, which is part of the Stellantis Group, is expanding its electric fleet in Amsterdam. As of now, 50 Opel Mokka Electric are available as part of the Free2move fleet in the Dutch capital. Read more…
Xpeng to launch faster-charging variant for P7+ electric sedan
Xpeng will launch a new variant for the P7+ that supports 5C charging, claiming that the range it gets from a 10-minute charge can be used for a one-month commute.
Xpeng has already standardized 5C batteries for the updated G6, G9, and X9.
Scania extends battery-electric bus portfolio with three-axle low-entry alternative
With a new chassis variant that features the recently launched e-machine and charging options, plus new rear axle options, Scania provides bus operators with a compelling alternative for electrifying transport operations beyond purely urban applications. Read more…
BYD Yangwang reaches 10,000th delivery milestone
Yangwang’s 10,000th vehicle was delivered to Yu Minhong, founder of Chinese education group New Oriental.
Yu is a longtime BYD owner and in December 2020 took delivery of a BYD Han EV.
Nio Firefly won’t have dedicated swap stations in strategy shift
Firefly vehicles will be connected to Nio’s next-generation battery swap stations, instead of Nio’s original plan to have dedicated demonstration stations in the initial phase.
Nio’s fifth-generation battery swap stations, which will be operational as early as early next year, will be compatible with the Nio, Onvo and Firefly brands.
Nio targets Firefly to contribute 10% of sales
Nio management said orders for the Firefly were in line with expectations, and as before avoided talking about specific numbers.
Firefly will focus on one car, just as the Mini did in its early days.
Lucid Air Grand Touring range test and cabin noise
Lucid is an electric vehicle startup that quickly gathered attention with its luxury EVs with a taste of speed. The Lucid Air is its hero model – a sedan with a sleek design, great power and extravagant interior, turning it into one of the most capable options in its segment. Today, we are testing how efficient the Lucid Air Grand… Read more…
Tesla whistleblower says Musk wanted to deport her team for raising brake issue
Former Tesla engineer Christina Balan, who was fired in 2014, said in an interview that her entire team was threatened with deportation for taking her side when she brought up a brake safety issue directly to Elon Musk. She’s now succeeded in throwing out Tesla’s arbitration case against her, and hopes to meet Tesla directly in open court in a case that could influence corporate policy nationwide. Read more…
