Author: Joshua Morris

Tesla has begun deploying a software update enabling its in-cabin radar system, a long-anticipated feature designed to enhance passenger safety and occupancy detection. The update, version 2025.2.6, is initially rolling out to 2022 and later Model Y units, with plans to expand to refreshed Model 3 and Cybertruck models. The in-cabin radar, positioned above the passenger dome light, uses radio waves to detect occupants more precisely than the existing interior camera. See also: New Tesla Model Y Variants: Performance Trim and Seven-Seat Option Coming Soon According to Tesla’s owner’s manual, the system can identify passengers in the front and rear seats,…

German battery recycling startup Tozero has successfully tested a battery cell using 100% recycled graphite, marking what it calls an industry-first achievement at an industrial scale. The company, which specializes in recycling lithium-ion batteries, said its test results demonstrated that battery cells made from recycled graphite perform comparably to those using newly mined material. See also: Tozero Secures €11 Million in Seed Funding to Scale Lithium-Ion Battery Recycling Operations Unlike conventional recycling methods that often result in graphite being burned or lost in waste streams due to the use of strong acids, Tozero claims its process recovers more than 80%…

Lucid has opened orders for its all-electric Gravity SUV in Canada, with the premium Grand Touring variant now available for reservation at a starting price of C$134,500, the company said on Wednesday. The Gravity Grand Touring features dual electric motors producing 828 horsepower and a projected range exceeding 720 kilometers (447 miles) per charge. A more affordable Touring trim, expected to launch in late 2025, will start at C$113,500, though full specifications for the variant have not yet been disclosed. See also: Lucid Gravity SUV Gains Access to Tesla Supercharger Network Without Adapter “Canadian customers can now configure and reserve…

Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) is investing $180 million into its technology hub in Portland, Oregon, as part of a global strategy to enhance the development of next-generation vehicle software, connectivity, and autonomous driving technologies. This investment will support the company’s long-term vision of delivering software-defined, modern luxury vehicles equipped with cutting-edge digital experiences. See also: Jaguar Land Rover to Invest £65 Million in Bespoke Paint Facilities to Meet Growing Demand The 50,000 sq. ft. facility, which has been operational since 2014, will focus on software-driven vehicle development. The expanded hub will play a pivotal role in advancing autonomous technologies, connectivity…

The Investment Management Corporation of Ontario (IMCO) has written down its $400 million investment in Northvolt, becoming the latest shareholder to distance itself from the financially troubled battery manufacturer, Bloomberg reported on Monday, citing sources familiar with the matter. IMCO, a Canadian pension fund, had purchased convertible bonds from Northvolt in 2023 to support the company’s expansion in battery cell production ahead of a planned stock exchange listing. However, IMCO declined to comment on the write-down, according to Bloomberg. See also: Scania Steps In to Support Northvolt’s Struggling Battery Production The Swedish battery maker has faced mounting financial difficulties, filing…

Vietnamese electric vehicle maker VinFast said on Thursday it delivered approximately 97,000 cars in 2024, nearly tripling its sales from the previous year, with most units sold in its domestic market. The automaker aims to at least double global sales in 2025, following a surge in deliveries in the final quarter of 2024, when it sold over 53,000 vehicles—more than half of its total annual sales. The company exceeded its revised target of 80,000 units, though it initially projected 100,000 sales for the year. See also: VinFast Introduces Promotion Offering Complimentary VF DrgnFly E-Bike with VF 9 SUV Purchase “VinFast’s…

Illinois’ largest utility provider, ComEd, has unveiled a $100 million rebate program for 2025, aiming to encourage private, public, and business customers to invest in electric vehicles and charging infrastructure, the company announced. Of the total funds, $53 million is earmarked for business and public fleets purchasing electric vehicles. The rebates apply across all vehicle weight classes, provided the EVs are used for commercial purposes. An additional $38 million will be allocated for “make ready” infrastructure upgrades to support Level 2 and DC fast chargers at fleet locations open to the public. Meanwhile, non-residential customers will have access to $9…

Solaris Bus & Coach has delivered the first hydrogen buses to Bologna and Ferrara as part of a large-scale order from Italian public transport operator TPER, marking the initial phase of a 137-unit contract signed at the end of 2023. TPER, the primary transport provider in the Emilia-Romagna region, has received 37 of the 137 ordered Urbino 12 hydrogen buses. The vehicles will be deployed as part of hydrogen bus projects in Bologna and Ferrara, supporting local efforts to reduce emissions in public transportation. See also: Warsaw’s MZA Orders 50 More Electric Buses from Solaris “We are honored to contribute…

Subaru has officially unveiled the 2025 Forester Hybrid, marking the brand’s first hybrid Forester for the U.S. market. The all-new hybrid SUV, which debuted at the 2025 Chicago Auto Show, features a next-generation series-parallel hybrid system that integrates Subaru’s 2.5-liter BOXER® engine with electric motors. This system delivers a combination of enhanced performance and improved fuel efficiency, making it a standout in Subaru’s lineup. The 2025 Forester Hybrid offers 194 total system horsepower, a significant increase from the 180 horsepower found in the non-hybrid version. This power boost is paired with up to 40% better fuel efficiency, delivering an EPA-estimated…

Stellantis is reportedly exploring the use of BYD’s lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery cells as part of its strategy to introduce an electric vehicle priced below €20,000, according to French publication L’Argus. This shift would allow Stellantis to diversify its battery supply, which currently relies on SVOLT, and take advantage of BYD’s highly integrated supply chain and economies of scale. The Chinese manufacturer, known for its extensive battery production capabilities, owns its own lithium mines and has the capacity to deliver cost-effective solutions for mass-market EVs. See also: Fiat Sets UK Pricing for Grande Panda EV, Orders Open in Germany…

BorgWarner has signed agreements for four new projects with three major Chinese domestic automakers, supplying electric drive systems for battery electric vehicles (BEVs), plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), and hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs). The first project involves providing 400V high-voltage hairpin (HVH) motors to a leading Chinese new energy vehicle manufacturer for its 200kW hybrid rear-drive platform. Production is set to begin in August 2025. See also: BorgWarner Receives New Xpeng Orders, Debuts Torque Vectoring in Polestar Electric Cars In another agreement, BorgWarner will supply drive systems to a “top Chinese domestic OEM” developing a 150kW pure electric platform, with…

Foxconn Chairman Young Liu stated on Wednesday that the company is focused on cooperation with Japan’s Nissan, rather than seeking to acquire the automaker. This clarification came amid reports of Nissan reconsidering a $60 billion merger with Honda, which was poised to create the world’s third-largest automaker. Foxconn, the world’s largest contract electronics maker, has expressed interest in working with Nissan, following the collapse of the Honda deal last week. See also: Foxconn Expands Electric Vehicle Portfolio with New Models: Model C and Model D Unveiled A source told Reuters that Nissan is open to collaborating with Foxconn, particularly after…