Author: Alexander Reed

Hyundai  plans to temporarily suspend production of some electric vehicle (EV) models at its Ulsan facility in South Korea due to weakening global demand and the impact of U.S. import tariffs, Yonhap news agency reported on Thursday, citing unnamed industry sources. Production of the Ioniq 5 and Kona electric vehicles is expected to be paused from April 24 to 30 on select lines at the Ulsan complex, the report said. See also: Hyundai Mobis Unveils Battery System with Integrated Fire Suppression Technology Hyundai has not issued an official statement and was not immediately available for comment outside regular business hours.…

U.S. rental car company Hertz Global Holdings said on Monday that some customer data may have been exposed following a cybersecurity incident involving one of its third-party vendors. The breach, which occurred through Cleo Communications—a provider of file transfer services—stemmed from hackers exploiting zero-day vulnerabilities in the vendor’s platform during October and December, Hertz said in a disclosure on its website. See also: Hertz Reports $2.9 Billion Loss, Adjusts EV Strategy Amid Lower Demand The compromised data could include customer contact details, credit card numbers, and driver’s license information. A smaller subset of individuals may have had more sensitive data…

Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer Nio has delivered its 100,000th vehicle in Shanghai, the company said, marking a milestone in the city that hosts its global headquarters. The announcement was made in a video message by founder and CEO William Li on Chinese social media platform Weibo, and was also shared through Nio’s mobile app. The company began deliveries in Shanghai in 2018 with the ES8 model. See also: Nio Expands Battery Swap Network With New Partnership in Yunnan In Shanghai’s car market for vehicles priced above 300,000 yuan ($41,140), Nio said it is the first domestic brand to reach 100,000…

German automotive supplier Mahle has received an order valued at €200 million to supply DC converters for a new generation of battery-electric vehicles, the company said on Friday. The order comes from an unnamed international vehicle manufacturer operating in China. Production of the converters is scheduled to begin in mid-2028 at Mahle’s facility in Changshu, which also houses a research and development centre established in 2021. See also: Mahle’s chargeBIG Unveils ‘smallBOX’ Wallbox, Dependent on Central Charging System The DC/DC converter is designed to step down the voltage from 800 volts – typical of high-voltage EV batteries – to 12…

Verge Motorcycles has achieved a new milestone as its TS Pro electric motorcycle entered the Guinness Book of World Records for the longest distance travelled on a single charge by an electric motorbike. The journey covered a total of 311 kilometres, completed entirely on public roads in real-world traffic conditions across London. The record-setting attempt took place on 22 March, with riders Sam Clarke and Sara Sloman taking alternating shifts every hour to 90 minutes throughout the 16-hour trip. The route was confined to areas within London’s M25 ring road, and included diverse traffic situations such as congestion, stoplights, and…

Tesla’s sales across Europe declined significantly in the first quarter of 2025, falling 37% compared to the same period last year, with the UK emerging as the only market to post growth, according to newly released delivery data. The U.S. electric vehicle maker reported lower deliveries in every European country except the United Kingdom, where more competitive pricing helped offset a broader regional downturn in its sales performance. The company’s Q1 figures mark an acceleration in Tesla’s European slump, following a decline in 2024, its first year of contraction on the continent. See also: Tesla Prototype Spotted in California Sparks…

Redwood Materials, a company specializing in lithium-ion battery recycling, has opened a new research and development (R&D) center in San Francisco. The expansion follows the company’s recent growth, including partnerships with Toyota, Panasonic, and General Motors, as well as the construction of a new factory in South Carolina and an acquisition in Europe. The 15,000-square-foot facility, located in San Francisco’s Design District, will focus on advancing technologies across the full battery lifecycle. According to Colin Campbell, Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of Redwood Materials, the center will support engineers working on various aspects of the battery ecosystem, including chemical engineering, cathode…

Tesla’s sales in France and Sweden fell for the third straight month in March, contributing to the company’s lowest first-quarter figures in both countries since 2021, official data showed on Tuesday. The U.S. electric vehicle (EV) maker registered 3,157 car sales in France last month, a 36.8% decline year-on-year, while sales in Sweden dropped 63.9% to 911 units. Quarterly sales totaled 6,693 in France and 1,929 in Sweden. Tesla’s market share in France declined to 1.63% in the first quarter, while Chinese automakers, including BYD, saw their combined market share rise to 3.19%. See also: Tesla Trade-Ins Surge Amid Shifts…

Owners of Audi’s latest electric vehicles can now take advantage of one year of complimentary DC fast-charging at Electrify America stations. The benefit applies to the 2025 Audi Q6 E-Tron, which has begun reaching dealerships, and the upcoming 2025 Audi A6 E-Tron, set to arrive this summer. See also: Audi Q4 e-tron Introduces New Base Version with Larger Battery and Enhanced Range The free-charging offer begins on the date of purchase and comes with no limits on session duration or frequency. To activate the perk, owners must enroll through the MyAudi app, Electrify America confirmed. Both models also support Plug…

Advanced battery materials firm Vianode has introduced its first product based on recycled graphite, marking a step toward more sustainable lithium-ion battery production. The company said product samples and data sheets are now available for customer evaluation. Graphite is a key component in lithium-ion batteries, particularly for anode materials. Vianode stated that its new recycled graphite is part of its “next-generation material series” and contributes to reducing CO2 emissions in graphite production. The company claims its synthetic anode graphite has a 90% lower carbon footprint compared to conventional production methods. See also: GM Signs Multi-Billion Dollar Deal with Vianode for…

Cadillac is expanding its right-hand-drive electric vehicle (EV) lineup in Japan with the launch of the Lyriq, marking a strategic shift in a market where it has primarily offered left-hand-drive vehicles since 1915. The Lyriq, Cadillac’s first right-hand-drive EV in Japan, will be available exclusively in the dual-motor all-wheel-drive (AWD) variant. The vehicle delivers a combined output of 384 kW and 610 Nm of torque, powered by a 95.7 kWh battery pack. It offers a WLTP-rated range of 510 km. See also: Everything You Should Know About Cadillac Lyriq-V Specifications Designed to integrate with Japan’s extensive network of over 10,000…

Audi has announced plans to cut up to 7,500 jobs in Germany by 2029 as part of a sweeping austerity program aimed at reducing costs and improving efficiency. The Volkswagen subsidiary stated that job reductions will focus primarily on non-production roles and will be implemented in phases, with 6,000 jobs to be cut by the end of 2027, followed by 750 additional job cuts in each of the following two years. Despite these reductions, Audi reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening its German operations by investing €8 billion in its domestic production facilities, particularly in electric vehicle (EV) manufacturing. See also:…

Swedish electric vehicle manufacturer Polestar has secured a 12-month loan facility of up to $450 million while announcing a delay in the release of its fourth-quarter and full-year 2024 financial results until April. The company, backed by China’s Geely, has been struggling with slowing demand in a competitive EV market, adding to ongoing financial pressures. See also: Polestar Expands Sales Strategy with Volvo Dealership Network The delay in financial reporting follows previous postponements and issues with Polestar’s financial disclosures. The company has had to republish statements from past years due to errors and has faced scrutiny from investors regarding its…

Tesla has unveiled a range of accessories for the upcoming 2026 Model Y Juniper refresh, which is set to launch in the coming weeks. Among the notable updates is a redesigned frunk that now includes a built-in drain plug, a first for Tesla’s electric SUV. This addition allows owners to use the front trunk as a cooler, particularly for tailgate parties or camping trips, where melting ice can be easily drained. While the frunk’s new functionality provides a convenient option for impromptu cooling, Tesla acknowledges that it may not be the ideal solution for long-term or proper storage of cold…

Chinese automaker Chery plans to introduce a smart driving system on its entry-level models, following a similar move by rival BYD, local media outlet Xinliu Auto reported on Wednesday, citing sources familiar with the matter. The system, based on the Qualcomm 8620 platform, is expected to debut in Chery’s all-electric Little Ant, a budget-friendly model currently priced from RMB 59,900 ($8,270) in China. The updated Little Ant will support highway Navigate on Autopilot (NOA) and memory parking functions, positioning it as a competitor to BYD’s Seagull Smart Driving Edition, according to the report. See also: BYD to Roll Out ‘God’s…

Octopus Energy has positioned itself as a leader in the renewable energy transition, leveraging cutting-edge technology to make clean energy more accessible and affordable. In a conversation with EVMagz, Nick Chaset, CEO of Octopus Energy US, shared insights on the company’s mission, smart EV charging innovations, and the challenges and opportunities ahead in the evolving energy landscape. A Customer-Centric Approach to Renewable Energy Octopus Energy operates on the belief that technology is the key driver of the energy transition. “When you put the customer first and surround them with best-in-class technology and great people, you can deliver renewable energy that…

California-based electric truck operator WattEV has ordered 40 Tesla Semi vehicles, with the first two units already delivered and deployed at the ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles. The remaining trucks are expected to arrive by the end of next year. “Tesla Semi is the only truck in the market that can deliver 500 miles on a single charge, with superb energy efficiency and fast charging,” said Salim Youssefzadeh, CEO of WattEV. The company, which operates electric truck fleets and charging infrastructure, plans to equip its depot with Tesla’s fourth-generation Superchargers. See also: WattEV Launches First-of-its-Kind Electric Truck Charging…

The Kia EV3 emerged as the best-selling car across all powertrains in the Netherlands in January, leading a significant rise in electric vehicle (EV) registrations, according to data from the RAI Association, BOVAG, and RDC. The South Korean automaker registered 1,757 units of the EV3 last month, securing a 5.4% market share—meaning one in every 20 new cars on Dutch roads was a Kia EV3. The model outpaced all other competitors in a market where one-third (34%) of all newly registered vehicles were battery-electric. Despite a 4.6% decline in overall passenger car registrations compared to January 2024, the number of…

Sweden’s state-owned miner LKAB said it could supply up to 18% of Europe’s demand for rare earth metals in the long term if its Arctic Per Geijer mine enters production. The announcement coincides with the start of construction for a related processing facility in northern Sweden. The 800 million crown ($73 million) plant in Lulea will process mining waste into rare earth concentrate, phosphoric acid for fertilizers, and gypsum. Commercial production is expected to begin by late 2029 or early 2030, using material initially sourced from LKAB’s Malmberget mine in Gallivare. See also: MP Materials Begins U.S. Rare Earth Magnet…

Tesla has unveiled a new color option for the Model Y Juniper refresh, named Glacial Blue or Glacier Blue. This new hue has made its first appearance in the wild, with sightings in China. The Glacial Blue color is lighter and blue-tinged compared to previous shades offered by Tesla, setting it apart from the automaker’s typical palette. The new blueish shade bears some resemblance to Tesla’s complex multi-coat Quicksilver color option, though it appears lighter and without the usual metallic and dark undertones associated with Tesla’s more premium finishes. It remains unclear if Glacial Blue is a multi-coat paint, as…