Author: Benedict Mcdaniel

U.S. charging network operator Electrify America said it has installed a total of 500 high-speed electric vehicle chargers across 105 retail locations owned by property group Simon, marking a major expansion of a partnership that began in 2018. The chargers are located at Simon shopping malls, premium outlets and mixed-use destinations across the United States, giving EV drivers access to charging at some of the country’s busiest retail centers. Simon owns more than 250 retail properties globally, including 114 shopping malls and 108 premium outlet centers. See also: Electrify America Wins Innovation Award for Battery Storage Strategy at EV Charging…

Chinese electric vehicle maker BYD has strengthened its traction battery warranty for customers in Norway, extending the coverage to eight years or 250,000 kilometres, whichever comes first, the company said. The updated warranty takes effect immediately and applies not only to new buyers but also to existing BYD electric vehicle owners, excluding the eTP3 electric van. The previous warranty limit stood at eight years or 200,000 kilometres, meaning the new terms mainly benefit high-mileage drivers. The increase allows an average annual distance of up to 31,250 kilometres to be fully covered over the eight-year period. As with most manufacturers, BYD’s…

Xpeng delivered 36,728 vehicles in November, maintaining near-record monthly volumes despite a sequential slowdown, as the Chinese electric vehicle maker pushes to reach profitability and expand its overseas footprint, the company said on Monday. November deliveries rose 18.88% from a year earlier but fell 12.58% from October’s level, according to company data. From January through November, Xpeng delivered 391,937 vehicles, representing a year-on-year increase of 155.54%. Overseas deliveries during the same period reached 39,773 vehicles, up 95% from a year earlier, highlighting growing international demand. See also: Xpeng Ramps Up X9 Extended-Range Production After Strong Early Demand By the end…

AYK Energy will supply a three-megawatt-hour battery system for Greenpeace International’s next flagship vessel, a 75-metre sailing ship scheduled to launch in 2027. The Andorra-based battery manufacturer said it is expanding production capacity to meet what it described as a “prestigious order,” secured through a system integrator. The vessel is currently under construction at the Freire Shipyard in Spain. The new ship is designed to operate with minimal emissions, combining two electric propellers with 1,746 square metres of sail area, solar panels and AYK’s Aires+ battery system, which recently received certification from classification society DNV. Hydrogen and methanol will serve…

XCharge Europe and XCharge North America, subsidiaries of Nasdaq-listed XCHG Limited, have entered a strategic partnership with Saudi mobility services company Electromin to roll out battery-integrated fast-charging systems across Saudi Arabia, the companies said. The deployment will focus on locations with limited grid capacity, using XCharge’s GridLink technology to support the Kingdom’s electric vehicle adoption and decarbonisation goals. Electromin, which operates Saudi Arabia’s largest EV charging network and serves as the exclusive distributor for Volvo Cars in the country, will provide full turnkey services including installation, commissioning and maintenance. See also: XCharge EU Opens Madrid Technical Centre to Support EV…

Vietnamese electric vehicle maker VinFast is facing a new lawsuit in the United States, as owners of its VF 8 Plus AWD allege the vehicles charge at significantly slower speeds than advertised, in some cases taking up to 24 hours to fully recharge. The complaint was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California and represents customers who purchased or leased the model within the past four years. See also: VinFast Reports Larger Q3 Loss Amid Expansion and Rising Costs According to the lawsuit, the VF 8 Plus AWD is marketed as capable of Level 2…

Volkswagen unveiled two new plug-in hybrid models and a sweeping five-year roadmap for China during the opening morning of Auto Guangzhou 2025, marking what executives described as the brand’s largest product offensive in the market to date. The press event was led by Stefan Mecha, CEO of Volkswagen Passenger Cars Brand China, alongside senior executives from FAW-Volkswagen and SAIC-Volkswagen, each presenting their own development plans. While the automaker showcased the new Passat ePro from SAIC VW and the Tayron L PHEV from FAW VW, the broader focus centered on Volkswagen’s strategy for competing in China’s rapidly evolving landscape of intelligent…

MAN has unveiled a refrigerated-body version of its 12-tonne eTGL at the Solutrans transport trade fair in France, completing its portfolio of fully electric solutions for temperature-controlled logistics. The new model is positioned as the lightest option in MAN’s zero-emission refrigerated lineup and is aimed primarily at urban and regional distribution operations. See also: MAN Truck & Bus Secures Record Electric Bus Order in South Africa The eTGL refrigerated variant is derived from the diesel-powered 12-tonne TGL and supports gross vehicle weights of up to 12 tonnes. Depending on the configuration, the chassis measures between 6.20 and 7.30 metres in…

Torqeedo is presenting an expanded range of electric propulsion products at Metstrade 2025 in Amsterdam, highlighting upgrades to its Cruise motors, a new entry-level Travel XS system, and advanced system components for the Deep Blue high-voltage platform. The company is exhibiting alongside parent Yamaha Motor from 18 to 20 November. The latest Cruise 3.0 and 6.0 models feature a new 48-volt architecture that allows compatibility with Torqeedo’s larger 5 kWh batteries. A foldable tiller with a high-resolution display has been added to the lineup, offering Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity for users who want to monitor system data remotely via an…

Seyond, a supplier of image-grade LiDAR systems, has cleared its listing hearing with the Hong Kong Stock Exchange as of Nov. 12, marking a key advancement toward its planned public offering. According to its updated prospectus, the company delivered about 181,000 automotive-grade LiDAR units in the first nine months of 2025, representing a 7.7% increase from the same period a year earlier. See also: Seyond Faces Patent Lawsuit From Hesai Ahead of Hong Kong Listing Seyond also reported four consecutive quarters of positive gross profit from Q4 2024 to Q3 2025, indicating improved operational efficiency and tighter cost control. The…

The Chair of Production Engineering of E-Mobility Components (PEM) at RWTH Aachen University has completed its three-and-a-half-year ‘PEAk-Bat’ research project aimed at reducing the cost and time required for battery production. The project focused on developing a module-to-chassis system that integrates the battery structure directly into the vehicle body. To validate the concept, researchers built ten vehicle bodies with structural battery systems and submitted them for testing by project partners TÜV Rheinland and Magna. The PEM team also created and validated several simulation models. See also: RWTH Aachen Launches Project to Develop Battery Cells with Over 80% Recycled Content According…

Nio said it will release its unaudited financial results for the third quarter of 2025 before U.S. markets open on Tuesday, November 25. The company’s management will hold an earnings conference call at 7:00 a.m. U.S. Eastern Time (8:00 p.m. Beijing time) on the same day. The upcoming report comes as Nio enters a strong fourth quarter, with analysts watching closely to see if the Chinese electric vehicle maker can achieve its first quarterly profit under non-GAAP standards. See also: Nio’s Firefly Ships EVs to Europe, Eyes Expansion Into North America During the third quarter, Nio delivered 87,071 vehicles, within…

Rivian has introduced a limited-time promotion for buyers of its R1 electric vehicles, offering a $4,000 discount for customers who pay in cash rather than using Rivian’s financing or leasing options. Buyers who secure their own third-party financing are also eligible for the discount. The cash incentive can be combined with Rivian’s November Sales Event, which provides an additional $1,000 discount for customers who take a test drive and place an order on the same day, allowing for total potential savings of up to $5,000 on a new R1 vehicle. The promotion applies to 2025 and 2026 model-year R1 vehicles,…

GAC Group’s electric vehicle unit, GAC Aion, has introduced the Aion UT Super, a compact hatchback built with CATL’s Choco-SEB battery swap technology, as part of efforts to stimulate sales through partnerships with CATL and JD.com. The Aion UT Super is priced from RMB 89,900 ($12,630) including the battery pack, or RMB 49,900 under a battery rental plan. See also: GAC Aion and DiDi Unveil Level 4 Autonomous EV with 10 LiDAR Units and Multi-Layer Safety Architecture Limited-time incentives lower the effective starting price to RMB 85,900 with the battery or RMB 45,400 under the rental option. The model is…

Mercedes-Benz has begun accepting orders across Europe for the new CLA hybrid lineup, combining a reengineered 1.5-liter turbocharged engine with a 48-volt mild-hybrid system and the latest MB.OS-powered user interface. Prices in Germany start at €46,243 for the CLA 180. The new CLA range launches with three variants — CLA 180, CLA 200, and CLA 220 — with the latter two also available in 4MATIC all-wheel drive. Each version pairs a 1.5-liter Miller-cycle four-cylinder engine with a 22 kW electric motor integrated into an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission. See also: Mercedes to Launch Next-Generation EQV Successor and Sprinter Vans in 2026…

Asahi Kasei said it has signed a licensing agreement with Germany’s EAS Batteries for its acetonitrile-based electrolyte technology, aimed at supporting the development and market launch of a new ultra-high-power lithium-ion cell for demanding mobility and industrial uses. The Japanese chemical company said on Wednesday that the electrolyte, first demonstrated in June 2024, enables higher power output at low temperatures and improved durability at high temperatures. The new cylindrical cell, which uses a lithium iron phosphate (LFP) cathode, is expected to be launched by March 2026. See also: Asahi Kasei and Toyota Tsusho Partner to Strengthen U.S. Battery Supply Chain…

The European Commission is preparing to unveil new CO₂ regulations for company fleets in mid-December, a move that industry groups warn could amount to an early ban on combustion engine vehicles. The proposal, expected to be presented on 16 December, may include mandatory electric vehicle (EV) quotas that would take effect years before the bloc’s 2035 target for zero-emission cars. According to Automobilwoche, which cited industry sources, the Commission plans to introduce a binding quota for electric vehicles in corporate fleets — potentially requiring at least 50% of new company car registrations to be electric by 2027 and as much…

New Zealand public transport operator Ritchies has entered into a major partnership with Zenobē to expand its electric bus fleet and develop new charging infrastructure across Auckland. The collaboration will see Ritchies’ number of electric buses increase fivefold, alongside the construction of six new depots in West and South Auckland. According to Zenobē, the rollout will take place over the next nine months, beginning with the opening of the first new depot on 2 November 2025. Additional facilities are planned to be completed between now and August 2026. See also: Zenobe Launches 35 Electric School Buses in Massachusetts With Public-Private…

Li Auto  has announced the recall of more than 11,000 Li Mega MPVs following a vehicle fire in Shanghai that heightened concerns over the model’s safety. The move impacts nearly half of all Li Mega units delivered since the model’s launch. According to a notice published on the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) website, the recall covers 11,411 Li Mega MPVs manufactured between February 18 and December 27, 2024. The vehicles may suffer from corrosion and leakage in the cooling aluminum plates of the power battery and front motor controller due to insufficient corrosion protection in the coolant. See…

Xpeng reported record deliveries of 42,013 vehicles in October, marking its fourth consecutive month of record-breaking performance as the Chinese electric vehicle (EV) maker continues its strong growth momentum. The October result represents a 75.7% increase from 23,917 vehicles delivered in the same month last year and a 1.0% rise from September’s 41,581 units, according to company data. From January to October, Xpeng delivered 355,209 vehicles, up 190.0% from a year earlier. See also: Xpeng’s X9 EREV MPV Offers 1,602 km Combined Range Earlier this year, Xpeng management said it expected to double its deliveries in 2025 compared with last…