Author: Joshua Morris

A research team from the Technical University of Munich (TUM) has discovered that dangerous dendrites — tiny, needle-like lithium structures that can cause short circuits — may form not only on a battery’s electrodes but also within the solid electrolyte itself. The finding challenges a central assumption in battery science and has significant implications for the development of safer solid-state batteries. Dendrites are among the most serious safety challenges in battery technology. These metallic formations can grow uncontrollably within a cell, potentially piercing separators and triggering internal short circuits or fires. Until now, researchers widely believed that solid electrolytes, such…

Emil Frey has entered into an exclusive partnership with Changan to handle sales and service operations in the Netherlands, marking another significant step in the Chinese automaker’s European expansion. The Deepal S05 and Deepal S07 models will be the first to be introduced to Dutch customers under this collaboration. According to Changan, this partnership supports its strategy to establish a presence in more than ten European markets by the end of the year. Both the Deepal S05 and S07 will make their public debut at the Utrecht Fleet Expo on 12 and 13 November. See also: Mazda and Changan Form…

Toyota has unveiled the 2026 Crown Signia, enhancing its flagship hybrid crossover with new two-tone color options and refined premium features. The Limited grade now offers a contrasting black roof paired with one of four exterior colors — Storm Cloud, Oxygen White, Finish Line Red, or Bronze Age — adding visual distinction to the model’s sleek, coupe-like profile. Available in XLE and Limited trims, the 2026 Crown Signia continues Toyota’s focus on combining hybrid performance with all-wheel-drive versatility. Each model is powered by a 2.5-liter hybrid system that produces 240 horsepower and delivers an EPA-estimated 38 MPG combined. See also:…

Xpeng introduced its next-generation Iron humanoid robot at the 2025 Xpeng AI Day in Guangzhou, underscoring the Chinese electric vehicle maker’s deepening investment in artificial intelligence and robotics. The upgraded Iron showcased fluid, human-like motion in a live catwalk demonstration, reflecting major advancements in balance, posture, and movement realism. Xpeng Chairman and CEO He Xiaopeng said the company’s R&D team achieved Iron’s “light and gentle stride” by adding passive degrees of freedom at the toes, enhancing its natural walking dynamics. The company first unveiled the Iron robot in November 2024, standing 178 cm tall and weighing 70 kg, designed to…

Seres Group fell in its Hong Kong trading debut on Tuesday after completing its share offering at the upper end of the pricing range. The decline came amid a broader market downturn for electric vehicle (EV) stocks listed in Hong Kong. As of press time, Seres shares were down 4.79 percent at HK$125.20, giving the company a market capitalization of HK$217 billion ($27.9 billion). The automaker priced its initial public offering at HK$131.50 per share, selling 108.6 million shares, including 8.4 million new shares, to raise HK$14.3 billion. The stock opened at HK$128.90, down 1.98 percent from its offer price.…

BYD (HKG: 1211) has introduced the updated 2026 Xia MPV (multi-purpose vehicle) with significantly reduced pricing to strengthen its position amid intensifying market competition. The model now starts at RMB 206,800 ($29,020), down RMB 43,000, or about 17%, from its predecessor’s starting price of RMB 249,800. The Xia MPV, the first MPV in BYD’s Dynasty series and the company’s second overall following the Denza D9, was initially launched on January 8, 2025. The updated 2026 version is available in four variants, priced at RMB 206,800, RMB 219,800, RMB 246,800, and RMB 269,800. See also: BYD to Roll Out 3,000 Dolphin…

Shangjie, the new automotive brand jointly developed by Huawei and SAIC Motor, said it has delivered 10,000 units of its H5 SUV just 43 days after its market debut, marking a strong start for the latest member of Huawei’s Harmony Intelligent Mobility Alliance (HIMA). In a post on Weibo, the company celebrated the milestone and said customers who order the model before December 1 can receive “limited-time benefits worth up to RMB 43,588 ($6,120)” and “purchase tax subsidies of up to RMB 9,000.” The H5, which launched on September 23, starts at RMB 159,800, making it the most affordable model…

Geely will acquire a 26.4 percent stake in Renault do Brasil, marking a strategic step for the company’s expansion into South America. Renault Group will remain the controlling shareholder and continue to consolidate Renault do Brasil in its financial statements. As a minority shareholder, Geely will be able to utilize Renault do Brasil’s industrial and commercial infrastructure to support its growth in the region. The Geely EX5 electric SUV is already available in Brazil through Renault’s dealership network. See also: Geely-Renault Joint Venture Horse Powertrain Partners with Leapmotor, Chery, and JAC to Support Overseas Expansion Production at Renault’s Ayrton Senna…

BorgWarner has secured its first North American deployment of a high-energy battery system for autonomous vehicles, supplying its NMC-based batteries for HOLON’s 15-passenger Level 4 electric shuttle. Production is scheduled to begin in 2027 at BorgWarner’s Seneca, South Carolina facility, compliant with Buy America and FEOC standards. Each HOLON urban shuttle will feature two 57 kWh BorgWarner 5AKM NMC battery packs, including a multi-pack controller, replaceable contactor box, and stainless steel protective housing. The modular, liquid-cooled system is designed to ensure thermal efficiency, energy density, and long operational life under continuous autonomous driving conditions. See also: Holon to Build $200…

Hyundai Motor Group has broken ground on a new hydrogen fuel cell production facility in the South Korean industrial city of Ulsan, marking a key step in its broader strategy to advance hydrogen technology beyond passenger vehicles. The new 43,000-square-metre plant will be built on the site of a former internal combustion engine and transmission factory and is scheduled to begin operations in 2027. Hyundai said the facility will have an annual production capacity of 30,000 fuel cell systems and polymer electrolyte membrane (PEM) electrolysers to support a wide range of applications including cars, commercial trucks, buses, construction machinery and…

Tesla said it will take part in China’s annual import expo next month, marking its return to the high-profile trade event after missing last year’s edition. The company confirmed on Weibo that it will appear at Booth A3-03 in Hall 2.1 of the National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai. The American electric vehicle maker will display its Cybercab robotaxi for the first time in the Asia-Pacific region at the upcoming 8th China International Import Expo (CIIE), which will run from November 5 to 10. “Tesla’s Cybercab robotaxi will make its Asia-Pacific debut at the event,” the company said on…

The Mobility House Solutions has introduced dynamic tariff optimisation in its smart charging software, ChargePilot, allowing electric vehicle (EV) fleets to charge during periods of low or negative electricity prices. The company said the new feature could reduce energy costs by 25 to 30 percent across EV operations. Electricity markets in Europe have remained volatile amid a growing share of renewable generation. The company reported 457 hours of negative power prices in Germany in 2024 alone. By leveraging such periods for charging, fleet operators can not only lower costs but also contribute to stabilising the grid. See also: The Mobility…