Hyundai Motor Group expands testing and R&D facilities in Europe to accelerate sustainable innovation

New test center extension at Nürburgring enhances testing and development capabilities for future electric and high-performance vehicles New Square Campus opening at Hyundai Motor Europe Technical Center in the Rhine-Main region marks a significant expansion of European R&D operations Comprehensive facility upgrades reflect the Group’s commitment to sustainable mobility innovation... Read more →


thyssenkrupp brings a new high-tech annealing and isolating line into operation in Bochum; up to 0.2 mm thin electrical sheet

Alignment with future market requirements though production of thinner, highly silicized, non-grain-oriented electrical steel with optimized mechanical and magnetic properties Electrical steel is the key material for efficient motors and generators Total investment at the Bochum location of around 300 million euros, of which around 150 million euros are for... Read more →


Report: Nissan to buy 20 GWh of ternary Li-ion batteries from SK On

The Nikkei reports that Nissan will buy 20 GWh of ternary Li-ion batteries for EVs sold in the US from S. Korea-based SK On—enough for some 300,000 EVs. A ternary battery uses a cathode material comprising three different metal elements, the most common combination being nickel (Ni), cobalt (Co), and... Read more →


Yamaha kicks off 2025 with new product offerings including an expansion of its HARMO line, available in single and twin configurations. With a 9.9 horsepower gasoline-powered equivalent rating, Yamaha’s new HARMO Electric Outboard is offered in 20-inch and 25-inch shaft lengths. The multi-functional, intelligent design of Yamaha’s newest HARMO Electric... Read more →


The eAxle, jointly developed by BluE Nexus Corporation, Aisin Corporation, and DENSO Corporation, will be installed in Suzuki’s first mass-produced battery electric vehicle (BEV) model, the e VITARA. The newly adopted eAxle uses a small motor and inverter to achieve high power density and high dynamic performance. Moreover, its loss... Read more →


DOE awarding $32M to six pilot projects for grid-edge technology and smart charge management

The US Department of Energy (DOE) is awarding $32 million to six pilot projects that will support new load growth through grid-edge innovations and the ability of energy providers to right-size grid investments for future load growth. These Connected Communities projects in eight states will also provide new strategies and... Read more →


DOE releases strategy to promote widespread deployment of vehicle grid integration solutions

The US Department of Energy (DOE) released a Strategy for Achieving a Beneficial Vehicle Grid Integration (VGI) Future, developed as part of DOE's EVGrid Assist initiative. The strategy details how DOE will support stakeholders in achieving a future where electric vehicles (EVs) are safely, securely, and reliably connected with the... Read more →


In the future, charging stations along freeways, in parking lots or at logistics centers will have to deliver much more power in a short space of time than they do today. For this reason, new charging stations can no longer simply be connected to the low voltage power grid. In... Read more →


DOE to award up to $88M in funding available for advanced vehicle research and development

The US Department of Energy (DOE) announced the Fiscal Year 2025 Vehicle Technologies Office (VTO) Program Wide funding program. (DE-FOA-0003514) This funding opportunity will award up to $88 million for projects that will seek innovative transportation solutions for on- and off-road vehicles. This funding opportunity has 10 major topic areas:... Read more →


Vianode signs USD multi-billion long-term supply agreement for EV battery-grade anode graphite with GM

Vianode, an advanced battery materials company, has been selected as a strategic supplier of high-performance anode graphite solutions to General Motors. The agreement covers development of large-scale manufacturing capacity and supply of synthetic anode graphite towards 2033. The master supply agreement has a USD multi-billion value for Vianode and marks... Read more →


A Volkswagen ID.7 Pro S with a standard technology package and 210 kW (286 PS) covered a distance of 941 kilometres (585 miles) on just one battery charge (86 kWh net) on a circuit in Nardò, southern Italy. This significantly exceeded the model’s maximum WLTP range (combined) of up to... Read more →


DOE awarding $32M to six projects for grid-edge technology and smart charge management

The US Department of Energy (DOE) is awarding $32 million to six selected pilot projects that will support new load growth through grid-edge innovations and the ability of energy providers to right-size grid investments for future load growth. These Connected Communities projects in eight states will also provide new strategies... Read more →


DOE awarding $68M to three SuperTruck Charge projects

The US Department of Energy (DOE) announced a $68-million investment to design, develop, and demonstrate innovative electric vehicle (EV) charging sites near key ports, distribution hubs, and major corridors. The projects are selected and funded through DOE’s SuperTruck Charge initiative and aim to accelerate deployment of large-scale public EV charging... Read more →


Renault Mobilize and Autostrade per l’Italia partner to develop fast-charging infrastructure in Italy

Renault Group through its Mobilize brand and Autostrade per l’Italia through its subsidiary Free To X have signed a framework agreement to develop fast-charging infrastructure in Italy. As part of the transaction, Mobilize will acquire a significant stake in Free To X, a subsidiary of Autostrade per l’Italia, dedicated to... Read more →


Daimler Truck sold 460,409 trucks and buses on Group level in 2024 (2023: 526,053). Sales of battery-electric vehicles increased to 4,035 units (2023: 3,443)—a 0.9% share compared to 0.7% in 2023. The segment Trucks North America contributed 190,428 units to the Group’s overall unit sales (2023: 195,014). Mercedes-Benz Trucks sold... Read more →


Electric vehicle (EV) research house Rho Motion announced that following the fourth successive global monthly record of passenger car and light-duty EV (battery-electric and plug-in hybrid) sales, 17.1 million units were sold world-wide in all of 2024, up 25% compared to 2023. December 2024 resulted in more than 1.9 million... Read more →


The Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer BYD Auto Company Limited is building its first European passenger car plant in Szeged, Hungary. To equip it with painting technology, BYD selected Dürr. Over the coming months, the German mechanical and plant engineering company will send more than 120 robots fitted with EcoBell3 atomizers... Read more →


Although oversupply and low prices have dominated discussions around battery raw material markets this year, significant deficits are forecast in the next ten years, according to Benchmark. The forecast deficits are substantially higher than the current surpluses. In 2034, the lithium and nickel markets are expected to be in deficits... Read more →


Cushman & Wakefield announced the firm has arranged the sale of a ±4.95 acres of vacant land in Harbor City (Los Angeles), California. Located at 23903 Normandie Ave in LA’s South Bay submarket, the site is currently undeveloped and was acquired by the City of Los Angeles for $12 million.... Read more →


Beginning February 2025, Mercedes-Benz BEV drivers will gain access to more than 20,000 Tesla Superchargers across the United States and Canada through the Mercedes me Charge1 service, enabling Plug & Charge functionality. As our technologically advanced and highly compelling all-electric vehicle portfolio continues to grow, we recognize that a critical... Read more →


Honda unveiled the first two models in the company’s new 0 Series line of battery electric vehicles (BEV) at the 2025 Consumer Electronics Show (CES): the Honda 0 SUV and Honda 0 sedan prototypes. Production models based on both prototypes will launch in North America in 2026 followed by global... Read more →


Elaphe, a developer of in-wheel motor (IWM) technology and wheel control, unveiled its high-performance front-wheel in-wheel motor, Sonic.1, at CES 2025. Sonic.1 offers performance upgrades for electric and hybrid vehicles, unrivaled power density, advanced control capabilities and direct compatibility with high-performance brakes and existing supercar architectures. The Sonic.1 direct-drive motor... Read more →


Mazda to build module pack plant for cylindrical lithium-ion batteries in Japan

The Mazda Motor Corporation plans to construct a new module pack plant in Iwakuni City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan. The plant will produce automotive-grade cylindrical lithium-ion battery modules and packs, sourced from Panasonic Energy. These battery packs will power Mazda’s first battery EV designed on a dedicated EV platform and will... Read more →


IDTechEx: More than 880M liters of coolant fluid will be required for electric cars in 2035

In a new report, IDTechEx forecasts that more than 880 million liters of coolant fluid wil be required for electric cars in 2035. Early trends in the market largely revolved around the adoption of active cooling for the battery pack, this now being the industry standard. However, batteries, motors, and... Read more →


Thomas Built Buses, a leading manufacturer of school buses in North America, launched the second-generation Saf-T-Liner C2 Jouley battery-electric school bus. As the second iteration of its flagship electric school bus, originally introduced in 2017, the Jouley incorporates customer-driven improvements and technological advancements to create a product that excels in... Read more →


At CES 2025, technology company Donut Lab presenteed a new generation electric motor family that offers unprecedented performance, cost efficiency, and that eliminates the need for power transmission. Donut Lab is known for its modular technology platform, which provides EV manufacturers with a library of interoperable components. One of the... Read more →


DOT awarding $123M to California for zero-emission vehicle charging and fueling infrastructure

The US Department of Transportation will award $122.9 million for six California projects to build zero-emission vehicle charging and fueling infrastructure, including more than $55 million for medium- and heavy-duty zero-emission vehicles. The funding comes through the Federal Highway Administration’s Charging and Fueling Infrastructure Grant Program, which was created by... Read more →


Bosch presenting e-Bike digital battery lock at CES

At CES 2025 in Las Vegas, Bosch will present the Battery Lock: a function that ensures that the eBike battery can no longer be used if it is stolen, making it worthless to thieves. The new solution complements the digital theft protection portfolio in the smart system centred around eBike... Read more →


Tesla reports record production and deliveries in Q4 2024, but stock dips on miss on analyst expectations

In Q4 2024, Tesla produced approximately 459,000 vehicles, delivered more than 495,000 vehicles and deployed 11.0 GWh of energy storage products—a record for both deliveries and deployments. The results, albeit positive, were below analyst estimates (consensus analyst forecasts of 498,000 deliveries), and Tesla stock dipped more than 5% . Tesla... Read more →


The median range of all-electric vehicles (EVs) for model year (MY) 2024 reached a record high of 283 miles per charge, according to the US Department of Energy (DOE). That is a gain of 13 miles from the previous model year and more than four times higher than the median... Read more →


Solaris signs first contract for electric bus deliveries to the US; King County Metro

A year and a half ago, Solaris announced that its 2026 Strategic Plan included its entrance in the North American market, with a value proposition consisting of pure zero-emission buses (ZEBs). Solaris has just achieved a milestone step towards the execution of its strategy, signing its first contract for ZEB... Read more →


Hyundai to offer free NACS DC EV adapters to enhance charging convenience

Starting in the first quarter of 2025, current and new Hyundai EV owners who have purchased or leased their vehicle on or before January 31, 2025 will be able to request a free NACS adapter (shipping included) through the MyHyundai owner portal. This Hyundai-authorized adapter will give CCS-port-equipped Hyundai EV... Read more →


Toyoda Gosei has acquired a stake in EV Motors Japan Co., Ltd. (EVM-J), a startup engaged in the development and sales of commercial electric vehicles such as trucks and buses. Commercial EV developed and sold by EV Motors Japan The commercial EVs developed by EVM-J achieve lower power loss during... Read more →


Toyota’s investment in WeaveGrid signals broadened commitment to battery and plug-in hybrid electric vehicle customer experience

Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) shared further details regarding its commitment to develop a seamless home charging experience as the company prepares to ramp up for its next-generation electrified vehicles. With investment from Toyota’s growth fund Woven Capital, TMNA is collaborating with WeaveGrid to ensure that as more Toyota battery... Read more →


IVECO BUS wins a major tender in Germany for up to 580 buses, 250 electric

IVECO BUS, the urban, intercity and tourist bus brand of Iveco Group, and the BusGruppe purchasing group, the consortium comprising Verkehrsbetriebe Bachstein, CeBus, KVG Stade, Omnibusbetrieb von Ahrenschildt, Pülm Reisen and Reisebüro Schmidt, have signed a 5-year framework agreement for the supply of up to 580 city buses, of which... Read more →


Additional $28.5M now available to install electric vehicle fast chargers along major travel corridors across New York State

New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced an additional $28.5 million is now available to install electric vehicle fast chargers along major travel corridors across New York State. Funded by the federal National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) formula funding program, the State’s new competitive Downstate Direct Current Fast Charger (DCFC) program... Read more →


ChargePoint and General Motors to install up to 500 EV fast charging ports

ChargePoint and General Motors (GM) plan to accelerate EV infrastructure growth in the US. The companies are joining efforts to install up to 500 ultra-fast charging ports at strategic locations across the US, featuring the latest innovations in EV charging to improve access to chargers and help drivers get back... Read more →


Daimler Truck brand FUSO handed over 22 all-electric eCanter to Planway Logística in Spain

Planway Logística, a logistics provider based in Orense, Spain, added 22 FUSO eCanter to its fleet: All vehicles are operating from now on as part of the distribution fleet of Correos, the postal service provider of Spain. The battery-electric 8.55 t light-duty trucks with a 4,450 mm wheelbase come with... Read more →


Solaris has delivered to Berlin the Urbino 18 electric bus, the world's first series-produced to feature a battery passport. The model is equipped with Solaris High Energy batteries with a capacity of about 700 kWh. It is the first of 50 articulated electric buses ordered by BVG Berlin at the... Read more →


Toyota is lowering its starting Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) on the MY 2025 bZ4x, with a reduction of up-to $6,000. The 2025 bZ4X also adds adds more standard driver assistance technology on the Limited grade including Traffic Jam Assist, Lane Change Assist, and Front Cross Traffic Alert. The bZ4x... Read more →


Hillcrest Energy Technologies and Systematec GmbH to expand collaboration and distribution for European automotive market

Hillcrest Energy Technologies, a manufacturer of high-performance power conversion technologies, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Systematec GmbH, a Germany-based engineering firm specializing in power electronics design and system integration. This MOU underscores the companies’ commitment to strengthening their collaborative partnership and identifies multiple avenues for deepened cooperation, including... Read more →


Expressed in miles per gallon equivalent (MPGe), the efficiency of Model Year 2024n electric vehicles (EVs) range from 53 to 140 MPGe, according to the US Department of Energy (DOE). For comparison, gasoline vehicles, including traditional hybrids, range from 9 MPG to 57 MPG for model year (MY) 2024. Although... Read more →


Recycling could enable Europe to cut its reliance on EV battery mineral imports by up to a quarter by the end of the decade, a new study finds. Materials from end-of-life batteries and gigafactory scrap have the potential to build up to 2.4 million EVs locally in 2030, according to... Read more →


BMW Plant Regensburg has produced 100k electic vehicles so far this year

BMW Group Plant Regensburg has produced 100,000 fully-electric vehicles produced since the start of the year. The milestone vehicle was a BMW iX1. The vehicle, finished in Blue Bay Lagoon metallic, will be shipped to overseas, to the island of La Réunion. The plant has produced this successful premium compact... Read more →


November 2024 marked another record-breaking month for EV sales with 1.8 million units sold globally according to EV research-house, Rho Motion. November overtook the previous record set in October 2024 by 100,000. The Chinese market once again beat its previous record set last month (October) by more than 50,000 vehicles,... Read more →


EPA awarding $735M to assist in purchase of 2,400 zero-emission heavy-duty vehicles

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced that 70 applicants across 27 states, three Tribal Nations, and one territory have been tentatively selected to receive more than $735 million to assist in the purchase of more than 2,400 zero-emission vehicles through its first Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicles Grant Program. EPA’s Clean... Read more →


Fresh off the announcement about Wright's WM2500 2.5 MW motor spinning freely (earlier post), Wright announced that its WV250 aerospace inverter, built with support from ARPA-E and NASA, is also running. Designed to pair with WM2500, WV250 is a 250 kilowatt (kW) ultra-lightweight and ultra-efficient inverter designed for aerospace applications... Read more →


Stellantis and CATL to invest up to €4.1B in joint venture for large-scale LFP battery plant in Spain

Stellantis and CATL will invest up to €4.1 billion to form a joint venture that will build a large-scale European lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery plant in Zaragoza, Spain. Designed to be completely carbon neutral, the battery plant will be implemented in several phases and investment plans. Targeted to start... Read more →


CEC approves $1.4B plan to expand zero-emission transportation infrastructure

The California Energy Commission (CEC) approved a $1.4-billion investment plan that accelerates progress on the state’s electric vehicle (EV) charging and hydrogen refueling goals. These investments will help deploy infrastructure for light-, medium-, and heavy-duty zero-emission vehicles (ZEV) across California, expanding the most extensive charging and hydrogen refueling network in... Read more →