Author: Alexander Reed

Tesla has begun providing real-time occupancy data for its global Supercharger network to Google Maps, enabling users to check the availability of charging stalls directly through the widely used navigation service, the company said in a brief announcement on Friday. The update was revealed by the @TeslaCharging account on X, stating simply: “Live availability of Superchargers now in Google Maps.” Tesla also shared an accompanying graphic illustrating how charging locations now display available stalls and charging power within the app. The new integration allows drivers to see, for example, that a Supercharger site in Brussels has 15 of 16 stalls…

Monta’s charge point management software (CPMS) platform, Monta Hub, will be integrated into the Octopus Electroverse charging network, the companies announced. The partnership aims to simplify and optimize fleet and workplace electric vehicle (EV) charging operations across Europe. Monta Hub provides fleet managers with complete visibility and control over their charging infrastructure, integrating billing, analytics, diagnostics, and optimization tools into a single platform. The company says the platform offers “end-to-end operational control over every charge point, across any location,” allowing centralized management of all fleet operations. See also: Curo and Monta Partner to Tackle EV Charger Underuse Through Platform Integration…

UK charge point operator Zest has completed the installation of 142 EV charging spaces across 14 sites at the University of Warwick, establishing one of the largest campus-based charging networks in the United Kingdom. The £1.3 million project supports the university’s sustainability goals and long-term commitment to greener mobility. The new network features both fast and rapid EV chargers, providing flexibility for users and is expected to deliver a reduction of more than 15,000 tonnes of CO₂ over its lifetime. Zest will operate and maintain the chargers under a 15-year management agreement. See also: Portsmouth Partners with Zest to Launch…

Xpeng announced on November 10 that cumulative deliveries of its P7+ electric sedan have exceeded 85,000 units since its market debut on November 7, 2024. The P7+ is available in three variants — Long Range Max, Ultra Long Range Max, and Limited Edition Max — with prices ranging from 186,800 yuan to 218,800 yuan. The sedan retains Xpeng’s signature “Robot Face” design, featuring an integrated front light bar and ventilation channels beside the headlights to improve lighting durability. See also: Xpeng G6 EREV Revealed with 325 km Electric Range in MIIT Filing The Ultra Long Range Max variant comes equipped…

Xiaomi EV said its vehicle deliveries reached a record 48,654 units in October, marking the second consecutive month above 40,000 and moving closer to the 50,000 mark, according to data released by the China Passenger Car Association (CPCA). From January through October, the company delivered a total of 315,376 vehicles, putting it within reach of its full-year target of 350,000 units. “October deliveries again exceeded 40,000 units,” Xiaomi EV said on November 1, without disclosing the exact figure at the time. See also: Xiaomi’s Lei Jun Surges to Fifth on Hurun China Rich List as EV Boom Drives Record Wealth…

Honda is holding back plans to launch new electric sports cars despite having several prototypes ready, as the automaker reassesses market timing amid slower-than-expected demand for battery-powered vehicles. “We do have research on EV-based sports cars and we have many prototypes already made internally,” Honda CEO Toshihiro Mibe told MotorTrend. See also: Honda Unveils Next-Generation Hybrid and EV Platforms Ahead of Late-2020s Launch However, he added that “now is not the right time” to bring a production model to market, noting that engineers are still working to improve electric vehicle technology. “Eventually, at some point, we will provide you with…

Georgia has inaugurated the Hyundai Mobility Training Center, an 89,000-square-foot advanced facility designed to train workers for electric and hybrid vehicle manufacturing at Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America (HMGMA) in Bryan County. The center, operated by Georgia Quick Start, aims to support the development of a skilled workforce for the $7.6 billion project, which is expected to create 8,500 jobs by 2031. Located adjacent to HMGMA, the new center can train up to 824 individuals simultaneously and features advanced simulation and technical labs that mirror production environments. See also: Hyundai Motor Group Opens €150 Million Square Campus in Germany to…

Great Wall Motor’s Tank brand has introduced the refreshed Tank 400 SUV, expanding its lineup with new hybrid and internal combustion engine (ICE) variants as it seeks to strengthen its position in China’s competitive off-road SUV market. The updated Tank 400 retains its rugged design and offers gasoline, diesel, and hybrid powertrains. The ICE versions are priced from RMB 249,800 ($35,090) for the gasoline model and RMB 264,800 for the diesel variant. See also: Great Wall Motor Launches Updated Tank 500 SUV With Lower Starting Price The hybrid lineup includes two Hi4-T options and one Hi4-Z option, starting at RMB…

DeepRoute.ai, a leading Chinese autonomous driving developer backed by Alibaba and Great Wall Motor, said it will begin operating production-grade robotaxis by late 2025, marking a key milestone in its push to commercialize scalable and affordable autonomous mobility. The company plans to deploy consumer-market production vehicles equipped with its autonomous systems — already used in over 150,000 vehicles across China — eliminating the need for costly, custom-built test fleets. DeepRoute.ai expects the number of vehicles integrated with its systems to reach 200,000 units by year-end. See also: DeepRoute.ai Unveils DeepRoute IO 2.0 With Advanced VLA Technology for Mass-Produced Vehicles Unlike…

Seat has inaugurated a new PXL press line at its main manufacturing facility in Martorell, Spain, a significant milestone in the company’s preparations for producing its next generation of small electric vehicles. The press line, comprising six interconnected presses, will be capable of stamping up to four million body parts annually for Seat’s current models and, from 2026, for the Cupra Raval and Volkswagen ID. Polo. According to Seat, the €multi-million investment forms part of a broader strategy to modernize its Martorell operations, including new battery assembly facilities, advanced training for employees, and upgrades to production equipment. The PXL press,…

Hyundai Motor Group has announced a partnership with US technology company Nvidia to jointly advance artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities across autonomous vehicles, robotics, and smart manufacturing. The collaboration will be part of a new AI cluster supported by the South Korean government to strengthen the nation’s position in advanced technology. The initiative is expected to attract around $3 billion in investment and will include the establishment of a Physical AI Application Centre operated by Hyundai Motor Group, an Nvidia AI Technology Centre, and multiple AI data centres in the region. South Korea’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Science and…

BYD’s off-road sub-brand Fang Cheng Bao has achieved a major milestone, surpassing 100,000 deliveries of its flagship Bao 5 SUV less than a year after the model’s debut. The 100,000th Bao 5 was delivered on October 30, with the average transaction price standing at RMB 271,400 ($38,160), according to a company statement on Thursday. The figure suggests that at least 3,395 units were delivered in October, based on cumulative sales data through September. See also: BYD’s Fang Cheng Bao Launches Smart Driving Edition Variants for Bao 5 SUV Launched on November 9, 2023, and delivered from November 23, the Bao…