At Power2Drive, Phoenix Contact presented the second generation of its HPC charging connector CHARX connect professional with up to 1,000 kW charging power in boost mode. This was done via CCS, and not the new megawatt standard. The company is also presenting new CCS charging sockets, albeit with a lower output. Read more…
Audi to release two A6 plug-in hybrid models
The Audi A6 – not the battery-electric A6 e-tron – is now available again in two plug-in hybrid versions. Compared to its predecessors, the battery is significantly larger, increasing the electric range on paper to up to 106 kilometres. Read more…
RJ Scaringe posted fresh images of Rivian’s R2 validation builds
Another day, another exciting post from Rivian founder and CEO RJ Scaringe sharing images of the upcoming R2 EV. This is the third R2 update from Rivian in as many days, as the American automaker’s second flagship model configuration inches closer to full-fledged production. Read more…
Mitsubishi is launching a new EV based on the Nissan LEAF: Here’s what to expect
Finally, Mitsubishi is bringing a new EV to the US. Mitsubishi confirmed plans to launch a new EV in North America that will be based on the next-gen Nissan LEAF. Here’s what we know so far. Read more…
Majority owner Geely proposes delisting ZEEKR (ZK) in the US and taking it private
Just one year after ZEEKR went public on the US stock market, its majority shareholder, Geely, is offering the Chinese EV automaker an opportunity to go private once again. Read more…
The Mercedes-Benz CLA EV Can’t Use Most Fast Chargers In The U.S.
It’s official: the CLA’s 800V system doesn’t work with 400V chargers. Read more…
I Tried BYD’s 5-Minute EV Fast Charging. It’s A True Game-Changer
BYD’s new Megawatt charging proves that 5-minute charging stops are possible. And China will get there first. Read more…
InCharge Energy launches InService maintenance and repair plans to service EV chargers
InCharge Energy, a provider of commercial EV charging solutions, has launched a new suite of services to provide expert support for “nearly any EV charging equipment.” InCharge’s InService maintenance and repair plans and OnDemand service are designed to serve the growing number of businesses that have one or more brands of EV chargers on premises… Read more…
Rocsys launches integrated platform to enable hands-free charging for autonomous mobility
Hands-free charging specialist Rocsys has announced the launch of the Rocsys Platform, an integrated solution that combines hardware, intelligent software and proactive support to simplify and scale hands-free charging for autonomous mobility. Designed to meet the demands of 24/7 autonomous operations, the Rocsys Platform is designed to ensure that electric vehicles are always charged, connected… Read more…
Uber joins robotaxi forces with both Pony.ai and WeRide
Uber has added more cooperation agreements for robotaxis to its recent slate of deals. After Volkswagen, Momentum and May Mobility, Uber has now inked separate deals with Chinese-American autonomous driving systems specialists Pony.ai and WeRide. Read more…
Foxconn develops and builds electric car for Mitsubishi
Foxconn and Mitsubishi Motors have signed a memorandum of understanding that provides for the development of an electric car model for the Japanese company by Foxconn and its production in Thailand. The model is due to be launched on the Australian and New Zealand markets in the second half of 2026. Read more…
Polestar introduces battery health certificates
Polestar has introduced battery state-of-health (SOH) certificates for secondhand Polestar 2 vehicles, in a bid to improve consumer confidence in the preowned EV market. The certificates will give customers transparency over a used vehicle’s battery health, capacity, and longevity. Read more…
Avatr launches updated Avatr 12 sedan amid drag coefficient doubts
Avatr starts offering EREV variants of the Avatr 12 at a starting price of RMB 269,900 ($37,360).
A recent video has raised questions about the drag coefficient of the Avatr 12.
The New Model Y Isn’t Saving Tesla
Tesla isn’t lifted by its updates to the world’s best-selling car. Plus, Rivian weighs a tariff impact, and battery swapping rises. Read more…
Holon appoints Markus Schlitt as new CEO
Holon is driving forward the series production and market launch of its fully electric autonomous shuttle with a new top management team: Markus Schlitt took over as CEO and Managing Director of Holon on 1 May 2025. He succeeds Henning von Watzdorf, who is currently in talks about a new management role at Benteler. Read more…
Liquidation likely for Lion Electric
Lion Electric, a Canadian manufacturer of electric school buses and other commercial vehicles, faces imminent liquidation after the Quebec government pulled the plug on a public bailout. If the company falls through, it would mark a huge setback for the province’s EV ambitions. Read more…
Liquidation likely for Lion Electric
Lion Electric, a Canadian manufacturer of electric school buses and other commercial vehicles, faces imminent liquidation after the Quebec government pulled the plug on a public bailout. If the company falls through, it would mark a huge setback for the province’s EV ambitions. Read more…
Rivian Cut Production Costs By Over $20,000 This Year
Add the cost slashing from last year’s final quarter, and Rivian managed to cut production costs by over $50,000. Read more…
Hyundai to source steel and battery materials from Posco
The Hyundai Motor Group and the South Korean company Posco have agreed to cooperate on low-carbon steel and battery materials such as lithium and active anode materials. The two companies’ cooperation on steel focuses on plants in the USA, allowing Posco to supply markets in the US without tariff hurdles. Read more…
Amperfied enters the DC charging business
Amperfied, the charging infrastructure subsidiary of Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG, is presenting its modular DC fast charging solution under the name Amperfied Dynamic DC at the Power2Drive trade fair. Amperfied also intends to offer associated charging services. Read more…
