Japanese battery manufacturer Panasonic Energy has launched a recycling initiative for nickel used in lithium-ion battery cathode materials, in collaboration with Japanese non-ferrous metal refining and cathode material manufacturer Sumitomo Metal Mining. Through this new collaboration, battery scrap from Panasonic Energy’s Suminoe Factory in Osaka will be processed and partly recovered as nickel sulfate at… Read more…
Meet the ‘world’s largest’ 100% electric ship: The over-420-foot EV monstrosity, China Zorrilla
The world’s largest fully electric ship was officially launched on Friday. At over 420 feet in length (130 meters), the China Zorrilla is the largest EV of its kind, boasting over 250 tons of batteries. Read more…
ZF presents air compressor for commercial EVs
The Commercial Vehicle Solutions (CVS) division of German automotive components manufacturer ZF has unveiled its latest electrification technology, an air compressor for commercial vehicles. The e-comp Scroll is an oil-free, low-noise and minimal vibration air compression system for medium and heavy-duty hybrid, electric and fuel cell trucks, buses and coaches. Its reduced maintenance requirements contribute… Read more…
ZF presents air compressor for commercial EVs
The Commercial Vehicle Solutions (CVS) division of German automotive components manufacturer ZF has unveiled its latest electrification technology, an air compressor for commercial vehicles. The e-comp Scroll is an oil-free, low-noise and minimal vibration air compression system for medium and heavy-duty hybrid, electric and fuel cell trucks, buses and coaches. Its reduced maintenance requirements contribute… Read more…
Inside Siemens Depot360: smarter EV charging support for fleets
At the 2025 ACT Expo, Charged spoke with Alan White, Head of Emerging Transportation Platforms at Siemens Smart Infrastructure, about the company’s Depot360 Charging-as-a-Service platform—an AI-driven solution designed to support commercial fleet operators through the complexities of electrification. Developed to unify siloed systems like telematics, routing, charging, and energy pricing, Depot360 provides a centralized software… Read more…
EV share of new car registrations reaches 97 per cent in Norway
In April, 10,942 new electric cars were registered in Norway – slightly fewer than in March, but around 900 more electric cars than in April last year. The means that 97 per cent of all new registrations in the country were electric cars. Read more…
Hyundai Ioniq 9 comes to the US, starting at $60,555
Hyundai has officially launched its 2026 Ioniq 9 all-electric three-row SUV in the United States. All versions promise over 480 km of driving range on a single charge. The starting price of $60,555 includes a $1,600 shipping fee, plus the Ioniq 9 is also eligible for a $7,500 federal tax credit for those who purchase it outright as it’s built… Read more…
GM looks back at its fuel cell minibus from the 60s
General Motors recalls the ‘Electrovan’, a fuel cell-powered minibus introduced by the company in 1966. Two years earlier, GM had begun researching both electric and fuel cell cars. Read more…
Kia opens UK order books for the PV5 Cargo
Kia is about to launch its first electric transporter, the PV5 Cargo, on the European market. Kia has already open its pre-order books in the UK, and will launch in other European markets ‘shortly’. Read more…
Electreon launches second inductive charging project with public transport operator
The Israeli public transport operator Electra Afikim has agreed a second charging project with Electreon, specialist in wireless charging. The partners had previously equipped a bus depot with inductive charging stations. Read more…
Uber To Deploy ‘Thousands’ Of Autonomous Taxis, Starting In Texas
The ridesharing giant partnered with May Mobility to deploy AI-powered, driverless Toyota Sienna minivans. Read more…
I Drove China’s Advanced EVs. Now My Brain Is Broken
On this week’s Plugged-In Podcast: Part 1 of our Shanghai Auto Show recap. Plus, could we really be facing a Tesla without Elon Musk? Read more…
Slate Needs A Four-Door Model. We Already Created One
Our fictional rendering depicts a slightly larger Slate with three-row seating. It could be pivotal for the company’s ambitious production target. Read more…
Hyundai and Kia to double down on budget-friendly EVs next year
Hyundai and Kia, Hyundai Motor Group (HMG)’s core brands, are strengthening their focus on the lower end of the electric car market. The South Korean duo plans to launch several budget-friendly EVs next year, targeting both developed and emerging markets. Read more…
ACT Expo 2025 – Windrose gets real, and Wen Han wins the swag wars [part 2]
Windrose arrived at the ACT Expo in Anaheim this week on a high, with not one but several of its 400-mile sleeper cab electric semis, news that its first customer trucks had been deployed in the US, and a $300 million funding goal. But what got the press really excited? A 1:18 scale model of the R700. Read more…
Aptera April update: ‘Artemis’ feature-complete pushes forward, first solar deliveries, and a new partnership [Video]
As anticipated, Aptera Motors has shared its monthly progress update for April, complete with new progress across its business strategy. In the video you can view below, Aptera’s co-founder Chris Anthony details the progress of two more production-intent solar EV builds, including codename “Artemis,” and discusses the startup’s latest investment opportunities to secure one of the first production builds. Read more…
Tesla faces growing negative perception, latest survey shows
A recent survey confirmed Tesla is facing a major image challenge: it is the only EV maker with a net negative brand perception among American consumers. Unfortunately for the company, this negative sentiment is growing. The Electric Vehicle Intelligence Report (EVIR) polled 8,000 individuals across the United States about their opinions on EV purchasing and the brands they consider. The… Read more…
Archer & United present plans for flying taxi network in NY
The Californian air taxi developer Archer and United Airlines have presented plans for an air taxi network in New York City. Archer wants to enable passengers to travel from Manhattan to nearby airports in 5-15 minutes with its eVTOL Midnight. Read more…
Bidirectional package from Compleo incoming
Compleo Charging Solutions and its parent company Kostal, are presenting their complete AC system for bidirectional charging for car manufacturers and other industrial companies at Power2Drive Europe, held in Munich, Germany, May 7-9, 2025. Read more…
These Performance EVs Were Driven Until They Died. Here’s How Far They Went
The Tesla Model S Plaid, Lotus Emeya R and Audi RS E-Tron GT Performance have some optimistic range estimates. Read more…
