Author: Jonathan Collins

VINCI Autoroutes and Electreon have successfully demonstrated a dynamic wireless-charging system for electric vehicles (EVs) on France’s A10 motorway, in what the companies describe as the first real-world test of the technology under actual traffic conditions. Located around 40 kilometers southwest of Paris, the “Charge as You Drive” project enables EVs fitted with receiver coils to recharge wirelessly from induction coils embedded beneath the road surface. A 1.5-kilometer stretch of the motorway has been equipped for the pilot, with tests confirming that the system can deliver 200–300 kW of power while vehicles are moving. See also: Electreon And ATLoS Partner…

Electron, a provider of energy flexibility marketplaces, has agreed to acquire Rhythmos.io, a company specializing in distributed energy resource (DER) detection and grid impact analytics. The acquisition will integrate Rhythmos’ DER visibility technology with Electron’s flexibility marketplace to enable utilities to expand grid capacity cost-effectively while managing increasing demand from electric vehicles (EVs) and battery systems. See also: Zuup and GreenFlux Partner to Bring Seamless EV Roaming to Australia The combined platform is designed to offer utilities granular insight into DER impacts on specific transformers and substations, providing regulatory-grade data to support investment decisions. By optimizing DER deployment, the technology…

Thomas Built Buses, a subsidiary of Daimler Truck North America, will introduce its first all-electric Type D school bus, the Saf-T-Liner eHDX2 “Wattson,” with orders opening by the end of 2025 and initial deliveries expected in late 2026. The launch marks a key step in the company’s shift toward full-scale electrification of school transportation. Built on the company’s HDX2 platform, the Wattson features a 246 kWh battery that provides up to 150 miles of range. The bus supports standard SAE CCS1 DC fast charging at 60 kW or higher, allowing for a full charge in about two to three hours.…

Indonesian nickel mining and processing firm Anugrah Neo Energy Materials is preparing an initial public offering (IPO) to raise more than $300 million on the Indonesia Stock Exchange, according to two people familiar with the matter. The company, which is developing facilities to produce materials used in electric vehicle batteries, aims to list its shares in December, the sources said. See also: Indonesia Now Accounts for 62% of Global Refined Nickel Supply The IPO could value the company at over $2 billion, with proceeds expected to support expansion projects and related investments. Banks involved in arranging the offering include DBS…

Tesla is recalling 12,963 vehicles in the United States due to a defect in a battery pack component that could cause a sudden loss of drive power, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said on Wednesday. The recall affects certain 2025 Model 3 and 2026 Model Y vehicles. According to the NHTSA, the defect could cause the vehicles to lose acceleration capability while driving, increasing the risk of a crash. See also: Tesla Cuts U.S. Lease Prices for Model 3, Model Y, and Cybertruck Ahead of November Adjustment Tesla said it will replace the affected battery pack contactors free…

British electric motor developer Advanced Electric Machines (AEM) has signed a development partnership with one of the world’s largest automotive suppliers, marking a significant step forward for the Newcastle-based startup after a period of financial strain. The deal, reportedly valued in the seven-figure range, is expected to accelerate the company’s efforts to commercialize its rare-earth-free electric motor technology. Founded in 2017 as a spin-off from Newcastle University, AEM focuses on designing electric motors that eliminate the need for permanent magnets and rare earth materials such as neodymium and dysprosium. Instead, its motors are built using recyclable and widely available materials…

General Motors said it will end production of its BrightDrop electric delivery vans at the CAMI Assembly plant in Ingersoll, Ontario, marking a setback for one of Canada’s early large-scale EV manufacturing sites. The company cited lower-than-expected demand in the commercial electric vehicle market and a changing regulatory environment as key reasons for the decision. See also: General Motors Donates 59 BrightDrop Electric Vans to American Red Cross Production of the Zevo 400 and Zevo 600 models, built at the plant since 2022, will not be moved to another facility, effectively ending the BrightDrop program. Production at the Ingersoll plant…

Senior South Korean officials will travel to Washington on Wednesday for high-level discussions aimed at finalising a long-delayed tariff agreement linked to a $350 billion investment plan, as both countries push to reach a resolution before the upcoming Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit. Presidential Policy Secretary Kim Yong-beom and Industry Minister Kim Jung-kwan are scheduled to meet U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick for the second time in less than a week, following talks held last Friday. “Gaps have been narrowed between the two sides on many issues, but there are a couple of matters over which the two sides still…

Lucid is turning to professional athletes to elevate awareness of its new luxury electric SUV, the Gravity. The company has partnered with New York Knicks stars Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart for a marketing campaign emphasizing precision, performance, and cultural influence. The campaign, timed with the Knicks’ home opener against the Cleveland Cavaliers on October 22, showcases the athletes alongside the Gravity, positioning the vehicle as a reflection of the drive and dedication required to excel both on the court and on the road. See also: Lucid Delivers Record 4,078 Vehicles in Q3 2025, Production Reaches 3,891 Units as Gravity…

General Motors raised its full-year profit forecast and lowered its expected tariff impact after posting stronger-than-expected results for the third quarter, as the automaker adapts to shifting demand in the electric vehicle (EV) market and easing trade pressures. The Detroit-based company now expects annual adjusted core profit of between $12 billion and $13 billion, compared with its earlier estimate of $10 billion to $12.5 billion. GM also said it anticipates tariffs will reduce its bottom line by $3.5 billion to $4.5 billion, less than the previously projected $4 billion to $5 billion. See also: General Motors to Take $1.6 Billion…

Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) v14 update is nearing a broad release, with CEO Elon Musk confirming that version 14.2 will be distributed to all vehicles equipped with the automaker’s latest Hardware 4 (HW4/AI4) system. The rollout follows Tesla’s established pattern of limited testing before expanding to the wider fleet once performance and stability have been verified. Musk’s comments came in response to a post from ΛI DRIVR, an experienced FSD tester on social platform X, who said that “95% of the indecisive lane changes and braking have been fixed in FSD 14.1.2,” and noted they hadn’t needed to take control…

Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) has achieved another step in its electrification strategy, delivering the first L90 Electric wheel loader to customers. The milestone comes after the company’s fleet of battery-powered trucks surpassed 100 million all-electric miles in operation, marking a significant expansion of Volvo’s zero-emission footprint beyond the highway. See also: Stockholm Construction Site Achieves 50% Electric Operation with Volvo CE The L90 Electric, first unveiled at last summer’s Volvo Days event, represents a major evolution in construction equipment. Featuring dedicated electric motors for both propulsion and hydraulics, the machine provides full power to both systems simultaneously. The result…