We dive into the state of the EV charging industry as of Q1 2025. Read more…
Mercedes makes big promises about the next electric V-Class with the Vision V
With the Vision V show car, Mercedes-Benz has given a preview of the top-end variant of the planned Van Electric Architecture (VAN.EA) in the run-up to the motor show in Shanghai. The V-Class for private customers will be available in two variants in future – as a premium van and as a luxury space traveler. Read more…
Nio subsidiary Firefly launches debut electric car in China
Nio launches sales of the first model of its global electric car brand Firefly in China. The Firefly EV is a compact five-seater and is available there from the equivalent of around 14,200 euros. Contrary to earlier plans, however, Nio no longer intends to set up its own battery exchange stations for Firefly. Read more…
A new report suggests US EV charging networks are slowly improving—and getting more prevalent
EV charging stations: more plugs, standardized pricing, and reliability rises a little. The whole topic of charging an electric vehicle remains a mystery to EV-curious car shoppers. Dealership sales staff often know little more than their customers. YouTube videos with horror stories about dead public charging stations, long lines, and slow charging—not to mention outright… Read more…
CATL presents three new battery breakthroughs at ‘Super Tech Day’
CATL is presenting a series of battery innovations, including its Naxtra brand for mass-produced sodium-ion batteries, the new generation of its Shenxing battery Shenxing and the new Freevoy dual-power battery. Read more…
Tesla delays launch of lower cost Model Y
The start of production for the slimmed-down Tesla Model Y in the USA has been delayed by at least several months. However, Tesla is already expecting a significant volume for the model developed under the code name E41 in the coming year. Read more…
Tesla starts offering 5-year, 0-interest financing incentive for updated Model Y in China
Tesla began offering a five-year, zero-interest financing incentive in China for the updated Model Y, in a ramped-up promotion to try to boost the crossover’s appeal.
Tesla previously offered a three-year, zero-interest financing incentive on the updated Model Y.
Mercedes-Benz Vision V Previews A Very Important People Carrier
The production-version of this hyper-luxury van will come to the U.S., Mercedes says. Read more…
CATL reveals new EV batteries with super-fast charging
CATL has just revealed exciting new developments in the EV battery space that promise to make owning and using electric vehicles even easier and more convenient for everyone. One of the biggest announcements is CATL’s next-generation Shenxing battery, designed specifically for super-fast charging. According to the company, you can add 520 km of driving range to your EV in just… Read more…
GM doubles down on Mexico, “no plans” to move EV production to US
Despite the will-they, won’t-they uncertainty surrounding the future of tariffs and union jobs and – let’s face it – just about everything else in every industry these days, GM says it has no plans to move production of its Ultium-based EVs from Mexico to the US. Read more…
Tesla settles another wrongful death lawsuit that has big implications
Tesla has settled another wrongful death lawsuit, and it has significant implications based on Tesla’s legal strategy of not settling unless it is at fault. Read more…
Nio Firefly to launch in Europe in Jun-Aug, right-hand drive version ready by Oct
By the end of this year, Firefly will be in about 20 overseas markets. Read more…
Nio Firefly to launch in Europe in Jun-Aug, right-hand drive version ready by Oct
By the end of this year, Firefly will be in about 20 overseas markets. Read more…
INFICON stresses enhanced EV battery safety
Leak detection systems provider INFICON has highlighted the urgent need for comprehensive testing of all EV battery cells, modules and packs. North American EV battery manufacturers currently do not test 100% of individual cells assembled into battery packs for electrolyte leakage, leading to missed defects and possible battery fires, higher warranty costs and potential reputational… Read more…
INFICON stresses enhanced EV battery safety
Leak detection systems provider INFICON has highlighted the urgent need for comprehensive testing of all EV battery cells, modules and packs. North American EV battery manufacturers currently do not test 100% of individual cells assembled into battery packs for electrolyte leakage, leading to missed defects and possible battery fires, higher warranty costs and potential reputational… Read more…
BYD, Saudi Aramco sign deal to collaborate on NEV technologies
Saudi Aramco and BYD signed a joint development agreement aimed at promoting the development of innovative technologies.
The partnership will leverage the R&D teams of both companies, aiming to achieve breakthroughs in the NEV sector, Saudi Aramco said.
CATL unveils new EV battery that charges as fast as pumping gas
China’s Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Limited (CATL) has unveiled its latest battery cell technologies, which charge as quickly as filling up a gas tank while potentially lowering costs without compromise. Read more…
FERC: Solar + wind made up 98% of new US power generating capacity in Jan-Feb 2025
Solar and wind accounted for almost 98% of new US electrical generating capacity added in the first two months of 2025, according to new Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) data reviewed by the SUN DAY Campaign. Read more…
$350 million autonomous equipment sale is biggest in Epiroc history
The mining equipment experts at Epiroc will supply a fleet of autonomous, zero-emission electric Pit Viper 271E and SmartROC D65 BE drill rigs at a number of Australian mines operated by multinational metals firm, Fortescue. Read more…
BYD Is Developing An Electric Kei Car For Japan: Report
The Chinese conglomerate is already one of the best-selling EV brands in Japan. Now, it may give the Japanese market what it wants. Read more…
