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SiC technology — key to BYD's 5-minute EV charging breakthrough
The ability to charge an electric vehicle to a 400-km range in just 5 minutes represents a significant shift in EV technology with advanced semiconductor technology. BYD's Super e Platform achieved this through its newly developed car-grade silicon carbide (SiC) power chips. These chips are rated for 1,500-V operation, essential for supporting the platform's 1,000-V architecture and enabling megawatt-level charging capabilities. While Ron (on-resistance) is a critical factor in evaluating SiC...
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Is BYD’s new platform the technological inflection point EVs need?
The adoption of electric vehicles has not progressed as smoothly as anticipated five years ago. Many have questioned whether the transition to EVs is beneficial, as concerns about their practicality in everyday use persist, despite the advantage of zero tailpipe emissions. According to the S&P Global Mobility consumer survey conducted in 2024, primary concerns include the availability of charging stations, long charging times and the range on a single charge. Nearly half of the respondent...
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Charge-point operator Fastned expands footprint in Northern Ireland
Fastned, a leading electric vehicle charging service provider in Europe, has opened yet another state-of-the-art charging hub at The Junction Retail and Leisure Park in Antrim, Northern Ireland, the company announced March 20. The site features three 400-kW ultrarapid chargers that provide six charging spots, with the capability to expand to 12. The fast chargers offer EV drivers up to 100 miles of driving range by charging their vehicles for just five minutes. The newly opened charging si...
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May Mobility's RAPID autonomous vehicle service surpasses 100,000 rides
In a press release on March 26, May Mobility announced that its RAPID autonomous vehicle service has provided over 100,000 rides since its initiation in March 2021. The service has become integral in facilitating transportation for university students and staff in and around campus and downtown areas. This achievement is the result of a collaboration between the city of Arlington, May Mobility, Via and the University of Texas at Arlington (UTA), aimed at offering an autonomous, on-demand transpo...
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Toyota delays plans to set up lithium-ion plant in Southern Japan
Toyota has decided to delay the construction of a lithium-ion (Li-ion) battery plant for electric vehicles in Fukuoka prefecture, southern Japan, according to a report by The Asahi Shimbun. The postponement arises amid concerns over slower EV demand in some of the company's key markets. This decision reflects Toyota's cautious approach toward its next-generation EV releases, aiming to ensure quality and address issues brought by new technology. Additionally, a significant factor in reeva...
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Mobilize plans to expand EV charging network to 650 stations across Europe
Renault Group-backed electric mobility brand Mobilize plans to expand its electric vehicle charging network to 650 charging stations across France, Italy, Belgium and Spain by 2028, the company announced March 26. Established in 2023, the company operates an existing network of 25 stations in France. It aims to expand this network to 100 charging sites by the end of 2025. “During the second half of 2025 and in 2026, Mobilize will expand its network in Belgium and Spain, two key markets f...
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Revel opens first EV charging hub in San Francisco, US
Brooklyn-based electric vehicle charging infrastructure startup Revel initiated its expansion into the San Francisco Bay Area by opening its first fast-charging station in the city's Mission District. The newly opened EV charging station in San Francisco features 12 chargers with a capacity of 320 kW, made by Kempower, and is accessible to all makes and EV models. Revel, which is co-founded by Frank Reig and Paul Suhey, plans to extend its services across the Bay Area, aiming to add over 1...
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Abu Dhabi expands autonomous vehicle operations to more areas
The Integrated Transport Centre (Abu Dhabi Mobility), an affiliate of the Department of Municipalities and Transport, recently announced the achievement of completing about 30,000 autonomous vehicle service trips in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, covering over 430,000 km, according to a report published by Gulf News on March 26. These services, initially rolled out in Yas and Saadiyat Islands, are now set to expand to include the access roads to and from Zayed International Airport as part of ...
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Waymo to expand robo-taxi service to Washington, DC, in 2026
In a press release on March 25, Waymo announced that it is laying the foundation for its fully autonomous ride-hailing service in Washington, DC, having resumed operations in the area earlier in 2025. The company is engaging with local communities and emergency responders, and working with policymakers to establish necessary regulations for operating without a human driver. Waymo One offers over 200,000 fully autonomous paid trips per week across several US cities including San Francisco, Pho...
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Nouveau Monde Graphite advances phase two at its battery material plants with positive feasibility study
Nouveau Monde Graphite Inc. (NMG) has released an updated feasibility study for its phase two integrated operations, which includes the Matawinie Mine and the Bécancour Battery Material Plant within a 150-km radius of Montréal, Québec. This study reflects technological advancements, engineering progress, project optimizations and updated economic factors, establishing a refined integrated production model for natural graphite and active anode material. Notably, the study indicates an after...
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Xiaomi raises $5.5 billion for EV push
Mainland China's Xiaomi Corp. announced it successfully raised $5.5 billion through an upsized share sale, signaling a significant push toward its electric vehicle manufacturing ambitions. The sale involved 800 million shares priced at HK$53.25 each, an increase from the initially planned 750 million shares due to heightened interest during the bookbuilding process. This pricing was on the lower end of the anticipated range, reflecting a 6.6% discount on Xiaomi's closing stock price prior to ...
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Inova Semiconductors unveils new headquarters in Munich to support global expansion
In January, Inova Semiconductors inaugurated its new headquarters located at Zielstattstrasse 32, 81379 Munich, marking a significant step in its five-year expansion strategy. The move to the larger office space is designed to support the company's plans for international growth, particularly in Asia and North America, and to accommodate its innovation in semiconductor technologies. With the goal of expanding its workforce to approximately 100 full-time positions in the coming years, the new hea...
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Kempower launches flex satellite for public charging in North America
Finnish charging equipment manufacturer Kempower has launched the Kempower Flex Satellite for public charging in North America, the company announced March 20. The company said that its flex satellite is designed for public charging applications, providing light-duty electric vehicle drivers with an accessible and functional fast-charging experience while helping to meet the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Formula Program (NEVI Formula) funding requirements and state regulations. ...
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Toyota plans to establish an R&D center in Bangaluru, India, by 2027
Japan’s largest carmaker Toyota Motor Corp. plans to establish its first research and development center in India under its locally operating subsidiary, according to a report published by Autocar Professional on March 21. The news report cited Bloomberg as the original source of this story. It said that the planned India R&D center will be Toyota's third R&D location in the Asia-Pacific region, outside Japan. The carmaker has already made R&D investments in Thailand and Grea...
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InstaVolt opens largest ultrarapid-charging Superhub in Winchester, UK
InstaVolt has opened the largest and most advanced ultrarapid-charging superhub in Winchester, UK, the charge-point operator (CPO) announced March 24. The newly opened electric vehicle charging hub is strategically located near the A34 and close to junction 9 of the M3 in Winchester. The facility represents a major step forward in the UK’s EV charging infrastructure, providing 44 ultrarapid chargers, each capable of delivering up to 160 kW of power, the company said. It further said that...
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Samsung SDI to introduce P7 battery and 46-series in a boost to market competitiveness
During its 55th shareholders' meeting, Samsung SDI announced plans to complete the development of its next-generation prismatic battery, known as P7, within the year. The company also revealed that the launch of its 46-series cylindrical batteries would commence in the first quarter as a move to bolster its market competitiveness. Additionally, Samsung SDI is set to enhance its technological leadership through investments in new products, including the all solid-state battery, 46-series and...
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Honda and Acura EVs gain access to Tesla Superchargers in 2025
In June, owners of the Honda Prologue and Acura ZDX electric vehicles will have access to over 20,000 selected Tesla Superchargers across the US, thanks to the availability of the first Honda-approved NACS-CCS DC fast-charging adapter. This adapter, which ensures a safe and reliable charging experience, will be available for purchase through authorized Honda and Acura dealers. The adapter, tested for safety performance and compatibility with Prologue and ZDX models, is the only DC fast-chargi...
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Pulsetrain raises €6.1 million to boost EV battery technology
Pulsetrain has successfully secured €6.1 million in seed financing to revolutionize the electric vehicle industry by significantly enhancing battery performance and lifespan, thereby making future vehicles safer, more powerful, longer-lasting and more affordable. This funding round, led by Vsquared Ventures and Planet A, with additional support from Climate Club, is aimed at advancing product development to facilitate industrialization and scaling processes. The company's groundbreaking pow...
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Wallbox earns key California certification for its Supernova DC fast charger
Wallbox, a global provider of electric vehicle charging and energy management solutions, has achieved a significant milestone in its North American expansion by securing the California Type Evaluation Program (CTEP) certification for its Supernova DC fast charger. The certification confirms that Wallbox's charging technology meets California, US' strict standards for measurement accuracy and billing transparency, crucial for participating in the sale of electricity through EV chargers. Wallbo...
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Siemens to focus on EV fast-charging business amid restructuring
German technology company Siemens said that it plans to focus more on emerging market segments such as fast-charging infrastructure for depots, fleets and en route charging as part of its renewed push to better leverage opportunities in the dynamic market for charging infrastructure, the company announced March 18. Siemens had carved out its electric vehicle charging business in September 2024. The market is currently characterized by strong price pressures and limited growth potential for lo...
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Coreshell secures $24M for innovative EV battery production
Coreshell, a California-based battery technology company, has successfully secured $24 million in strategic funding to enhance the production of its innovative 60-ampere-hour (Ah) battery cells, which uniquely utilize 100% domestically-sourced metallurgical silicon (MG-Si). This financial boost was led by its strategic partner Ferroglobe PLC, a recognized leader in silicon and ferroalloys production, along with Zeon Ventures. The funding round also saw contributions from a mix of financial an...
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Mober launches largest commercial EV charging hub in Philippines
Electric vehicle logistics company Mober has launched Central Charge, which is the largest commercial EV charging hub in the Philippines, according to a news report published by the Philippine News Agency on March 10. The move, which is aligned with the local mandate of the Electric Vehicle Industry Development Act (EVIDA), is aimed at setting up infrastructure for sustainable transport in the country and position the Philippines at the forefront of sustainable logistics in Southeast Asia. ...
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Arnold Clark installs over 240 ultrarapid EV charging points
Arnold Clark, UK’s leading car retailer, has installed more than 240 ultrarapid electric vehicle charge points in Scotland and England, as part of its £30 million investment on setting up EV charging infrastructure, according to a news report published by Transport & Energy on March 17. The report mentioned that the company has launched its own ultrarapid charging network called Arnold Clark Charge. The said network is expected to see more than 500 EV chargers installed at over 100 loc...
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Mirova invests over €50 million in EV charging infrastructure provider GreenWay
Mirova, an affiliate of Natixis Investment Managers dedicated to sustainable investing, has made an equity investment of more than €50 million in GreenWay, a leading electric vehicle charging infrastructure provider in Central Europe, Mirova announced March 17. With the new investment, Mirova will become the largest shareholder in GreenWay Holding. According to the press note, through its energy transition infrastructure expertise, Mirova aims to empower institutional clients by offering...
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Vehicle-to-grid technology company Nuvve launches a new subsidiary in Mexico
Nuvve Holding Corp., a leading company specializing in grid modernization and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology, has established Nuvve New Mexico LLC, a new subsidiary created to support the company’s recently awarded state of New Mexico, US, contract, Nuvve announced March 13. Nuvve’s subsidiary will serve as a regional representative company, ensuring the successful execution of the contract and the expansion of Nuvve’s innovative energy solutions across the state. The award co...
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UL Solutions plans to develop a new advanced electromagnetic compatibility laboratory in Toyota City, Japan
UL Solutions Inc., a global leader in applied safety science, plans to develop a new advanced automotive electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) laboratory in Toyota City, Japan, to provide testing to help manufacturers protect against electromagnetic interference that can cause critical systems in vehicles, such as braking and engine control, to malfunction, the company announced March 16. EMC testing continues to gain more importance as vehicles are being increasingly equipped with more complex...
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Samsung SDI to raise $1.38 billion through rights offering
In a press release dated March 14, Samsung SDI announced its decision to conduct a rights offering aimed at raising approximately 2 trillion won (about $1.38 billion) to enhance its competitive edge and support mid-to-long term growth. This strategic move is intended to fund new facility investments, including a joint venture with General Motors in the US, expanding the capacity of its battery plant in Hungary, and establishing production lines for all solid-state batteries in South Korea. ...
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Hyundai Mobis announces new vision to improve its competitive edge in future mobility industry
Hyundai Mobis announced its new vision on March 12 at Mobis Technical Center of Korea in Yongin, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea, as it aims to become a leading global player in future mobility. With the new vision — Lead the Shift in Mobility, Move the World beyond Possibilities — the South Korean supplier aims to strengthen internal cohesion with a shared sense of purpose while driving a paradigm shift in the rapidly evolving mobility market. Under its new vision, Hyundai Mobis ...
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Continental’s supervisory board approves planned spinoff of Automotive sector business into public, independent company
On March 12, the supervisory board of Continental approved the proposed spinoff of its Automotive sector into an independent company, recommending shareholder approval at the 2025 annual shareholders' meeting. The board also allocated €1.5 billion in cash funds to the newly independent automotive company, alongside a €2.5 billion revolving credit facility to bolster its operations. Continental first announced that its executive board is considering the potential spinoff of its Automotive ...
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Milence enables electric corridor between Barcelona and Lyon
Milence, a joint venture between Daimler Truck, the Traton Group and Volvo Group, has enabled an electric corridor of about 700 km between Barcelona and Lyon — considered to be one of the major routes in Europe, Milence announced March 13. Across the 700-km route, Milence has set up three electric-charging hubs, located in Perpignan, Béziers and Malataverne, which connect one of Europe’s largest and busiest port with France’s second-largest logistics center. These hubs are expecte...
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Jaguar Land Rover halts EV production plans in India – Reuters
Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), the British luxury-car unit of Tata Motors, has reportedly halted its plans to build electric vehicles at Tata Motors' upcoming $1 billion factory in Tamil Nadu in southern India, said four individuals acquainted with the situation, according to a Reuters' report. The report also mentioned that three of the sources said JLR decided to shelve its EV production plans in India as it was unable to achieve a satisfactory price-quality ratio for locally sourced EV components. ...
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Maserati cancels electric variant of MC20 due to low demand estimates
Stellantis-owned luxury-car maker Maserati has called off the production of an electric version of its MC20 sports car, the MC 20 Folgore, which was to be unveiled later this 2025, citing anticipated low demand as the decisive factor. Maserati's decision was influenced by market research findings that its customer base prefers potent petrol engines over battery-electric vehicles (BEVs), with no significant shift to electric expected in the near future. The MC20, launched in 2020 with a 630hp ...
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Northvolt AB files for bankruptcy in Sweden amid financial struggles
Northvolt AB has announced its bankruptcy filing in Sweden on March 12, following extensive efforts to secure its financial and operational future. The company faced numerous challenges, including rising capital costs, geopolitical instability, supply chain disruptions and shifts in market demand, compounded by internal challenges in ramping up production. Despite efforts to negotiate financial restructuring and liquidity support from lenders and key counterparts, Northvolt was unable to achi...
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Honda halves engine production at Guangzhou plant in mainland China amid EV shift
Honda is planning to significantly reduce its engine production capacity at its Guangzhou plant in mainland China, a move prompted by challenges arising from the rapid shift toward electric vehicles in the market, Kyodo News reported. This decision will see the production capacity at Dongfeng Honda Engine Co., a joint venture with local automaker Dongfeng Motor, cut by half, affecting about 30% of Honda's sales of gasoline-powered vehicles in the country. The company plans to achieve this r...
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Geely forays Australia and New Zealand by launching EX5 electric SUV
Geely Auto, one of the largest Chinese automakers, has forayed into Australia and New Zealand markets with the launch of its all-electric sport utility vehicle EX5 in the region, according to a news report published by CnEVPost on March 12. The Geely EX5 was launched at an event at Sydney's Luna Park on March 11. The carmaker also launched its international brand — Geely Go — on the sidelines of the event. Citing Jerry Gan, CEO of Geely Auto Group, the report mentioned that the ca...
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Hyundai plans to set up fuel-cell manufacturing plant in South Korea
South Korean vehicle manufacturer Hyundai Motor Co. plans to build a fuel-cell plant in its home country, according to a news report published by The Korea Economic Daily on March 11. Citing the automotive and energy industries, the report mentioned that the carmaker and its labor union have agreed to build a next-generation hydrogen fuel-cell plant in the company’s existing car manufacturing complex in Ulsan, South Korea, which is located about 300 km south of the capital city Seoul. ...
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Nissan tests autonomous vehicles in Yokohama, Japan
In Yokohama, Japan, a Nissan Serena minivan equipped with advanced technology including 14 cameras, nine radars and six Lidar sensors is testing autonomous driving capabilities on the busy streets, catching the attention of pedestrians. This initiative is part of Japan's effort to catch up in the autonomous vehicle sector, where companies such as Waymo in the US and various Chinese startups currently lead, as reported by Washington Post on March 10. Nissan plans to deploy 20 self-driving...
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Thyssenkrupp to cut 1,800 jobs amid automotive sector challenges
Thyssenkrupp, a German conglomerate, announced its plan to reduce its workforce by approximately 1,800 jobs due to ongoing difficulties within the automotive sector. The company attributed the decision to persistently challenging market conditions in the global automotive industry and highlighted a strategic move to freeze hiring as part of its efforts to navigate these challenges. Thyssenkrupp aims to implement these and other measures, including reducing investments, to achieve savings of m...
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Shanghai-based EV maker Nio initiates restructuring to focus on cost control
Chinese electric-car maker Nio is implementing a new organizational restructuring to focus more on cost control, with William Li, the company’s founder, chairman and CEO, increasing his involvement in the supply chain management, according to a news report published by CnEVPost on March 10. The CnEVPost news report cites local media 36kr as the original source of this news. It said that the electric-vehicle maker has launched an internal management mechanism called Cell Business Uni...
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MOIA initiates autonomous vehicle tests in Oslo’s winter conditions
As reported in a press release on March 6, MOIA, a subsidiary of the Volkswagen Group, has embarked on a crucial phase of testing fully autonomous vehicles by initiating trials of the ID. Buzz AD in Oslo's harsh winter conditions since the start of 2025. This move extends MOIA's exploration of autonomous driving technology to environments characterized by snow, ice and subzero temperatures, thereby widening its test locations to include Austin, Texas; Munich and Hamburg, Germany; and n...
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Vehicle-to-grid tech company Nuvve Holding Corp. expands footprint to Japan
Nuvve Holding Corp., a leading company for grid modernization and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology, has expanded its footprint to Japan, it announced March 6. The newly established entity, which will be called Nuvve Japan, is set up as Nuvve’s franchise business model, a strategic initiative that is aimed at fostering localized investment and accelerating international expansion. According to the company, its expansion into Japan comes at a critical time as the country continues to invest i...
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EV Connect achieves OCPP 2.0.1 certification to improve interoperability
In a press release dated March 4, EV Connect announced that it has obtained OCPP 2.0.1 certification for both the Core and Advanced Security modules from the Open Charge Alliance (OCA). This achievement highlights the company’s commitment to fostering interoperability within the electric vehicle charging ecosystem, ensuring compatibility with various charging station manufacturers and enhancing the reliability of charging infrastructure. As EV charging networks expand, efficient communicati...
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Li-Cycle gets approval to trade on OTCQX Best Market
Li-Cycle, a prominent player in lithium-ion battery resource recovery, has received approval to trade on the OTCQX Best Market. The company initiated trading under the symbol “LICYF” on Feb. 27, following the suspension of its shares on the NYSE. Ajay Kochhar, president and CEO of Li-Cycle, commented on the transition: “Moving to OTCQX is set to lower our costs while ensuring efficient access to US capital markets. We are committed to creating value for our stakeholders and advancing ou...
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Wallbox launches Quasar 2 bidirectional charger for Kia EV9 owners
Wallbox, a company specializing in electric vehicle charging solutions, has announced the launch of preorders for its newest bidirectional charger, the Quasar 2, exclusively available to eligible Kia EV9 owners and lessees. The Quasar 2, a next-generation bidirectional DC charger, combined with the Wallbox Power Recovery Unit, offers the capability for eligible Kia EV9 drivers to use their vehicle as a backup power source for their homes. This innovative technology can supply power for up to ...
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Electrify America plans to expand its EV charging network by 30% in 2025
Electrify America, a leading charge-point operator (CPO) in North America, plans to expand its electric vehicle charging network by 30% while implementing technology solutions that meet the changing needs of EV drivers in 2025, the CPO announced March 4. The company also said it expects the demand for high-speed EV charging stations to continue growing through 2025. In 2024, Electrify America focused on a holistic approach to enhance customer experience by growing its EV charging network a...
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German battery life-cycle startup Circunomics expands to Michigan, US
German battery life-cycle startup Circunomics has opened its first office in Detroit, marking its first move toward global expansion outside of its home country, the company announced March 4. It said that with this expansion, Circunomics is entering one of the world's most important battery markets. With over 1.3 million electric vehicles registered last year in the US, the market is expected to grow exponentially in the coming years. The startup said that its unique battery life-cycle ...
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Polestar expands EV charging network in the UK
Polestar, the Swedish performance electric-car brand, has added 2,754 electric vehicle charging points to its Polestar Charge subscription offer in the UK, the company announced March 3. With the newly added charging points to its network, Volvo Cars’ premium EV unit now offers direct access to more than 900,000 individual charging points across European markets, for seamless and hassle-free public charging under the standard Polestar Charge. Of these, the company now provides a discounted ...
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BYD raises $5.59 billion in Hong Kong's largest share sale in years
Mainland Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer BYD has successfully raised $5.59 billion through a primary share sale in Hong Kong, marking the city's largest such sale in four years and the largest equity follow-on offering globally in the automotive sector in the past decade. The share sale saw an increase to 129.8 million primary shares from the initially planned 118 million. This fundraising event has caught the attention of the United Arab Emirates-based Al-Futtaim Family Office, which h...
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ZOOZ Power launches first ZOOZTER-100power booster for EV charging in mainland China
ZOOZ Power, known for its flywheel-based power boosters and energy management systems designed to facilitate ultrafast electric vehicle charging solutions, announced the shipment of its first ZOOZTER-100 power-boosting system to mainland China. This move marks a significant milestone in the company's efforts to penetrate the mainland Chinese market, with the commercial agreement facilitated through a related party in mainland China. The ZOOZTER-100 is set to be installed at a site developed b...
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Fastned CEO Michiel Langezaal elected new president of ChargeUp Europe
Michiel Langezaal, co-founder and CEO of Fastned, a fast-growing charge-point operator (CPO), has been elected as the new president of ChargeUp Europe, the association that represents the electric vehicle charging industry in Europe, Fastned announced Feb. 27. Langezaal was elected during the organization’s annual general meeting on Feb. 25 in Brussels, the company said. The association works to accelerate the switch to zero-emission mobility and ensure that EV drivers can enjoy a seamle...
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Infineon achieves ISO/SAE 21434 certification for AURIX TC4x and plans certification for TC3x family
As reported in a press release on March 3, Infineon Technologies has received ISO/SAE 21434 certification for its AURIX TC4Dx microcontroller. The certification, granted by TÜV SGS, confirms compliance with stringent cybersecurity standards, ensuring secured development processes and risk management throughout a vehicle’s life cycle. Infineon is also pursuing ISO/SAE 21434 certification for its AURIX TC3x microcontroller family to help customers meet national and global cybersecurity reg...
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Idemitsu Kosan plans to set up a large-scale plant for solid electrolytes in Japan
Tokyo-based Idemitsu Kosan Co. Ltd. plans to construct a large-scale production facility for solid electrolytes, a material that is used in all-solid-state lithium-ion rechargeable batteries, the company announced Feb. 27. Disclosing its plans, Idemitsu said that it aims to expand the production capacity of lithium sulfide, which is an important intermediate raw material for producing solid electrolytes, to the tune of producing in capacity equivalent to 3 GWh per year of storage batteri...
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BMW plans to commence pre-series production of Neue Klasse EVs in 2026
German premium carmaker BMW announced Feb. 27 that its group plant in Munich is gearing up to commence the pre-series production of its Neue Klasse electric vehicles from summer of 2026. That will be followed with full-fledged production operations of the new range of EVs in Munich from the beginning of 2027. To ensure pre-series production at the site, the carmaker is setting up three new production halls for the body shop, assembly and associated production logistics. “For the pro...
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Winline Technology unveils advanced EV chargers at EV Charge Live Asia 2025
Shenzhen Winline Technology Co. Ltd. (Winline Technology) showcased its advanced electric vehicle charging solutions at the EV Charge Live Asia 2025 event in Bangkok on Feb. 26–27, drawing significant interest from industry stakeholders and policymakers. The company's presentation focused on its range of integrated chargers, particularly the 720-kW split-type supercharger known for its high-speed charging capabilities, intelligent thermal management system and noise reduction features. ...
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Continental Tires expands San Luis Potosí plant with new facility
Continental Tires has commenced expansion of its San Luis Potosí tire plant in Mexico with the start of construction work for a new building spanning 2,400 square meters, Mexico Now reported Feb. 28. The planned expansion is expected to increase operational efficiency and strengthen the sustainability of the production process. The expansion project incorporates advanced technology to optimize the production of key compounds in tire manufacturing, improving safety, durability and efficiency ...
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Nio launches first battery-swap station in UAE, entering MENA market
Mainland Chinese electric-vehicle maker Nio has inaugurated its first battery-swap station in the United Arab Emirates, marking its entry into the Middle East and North America (MENA) region. This station, opened on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, on Feb. 26, offers a strategic location at the Yas Marina Circuit and aligns with the Abu Dhabi Economic Vision 2030 toward sustainable and innovative transport solutions. The new station is Nio's 3,189th battery-swap station worldwide and aims to ...
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Kia launches vehicle-to-home services in select regions in Europe, the US
South Korean carmaker Kia has launched its smart charging and vehicle-to-home (V2H) services in select regions of Europe and the US, the company announced Feb. 26. The new services are rolled out with an aim to enhance the energy management capabilities of its electric vehicle lineup, as the launch marks the first step in Hyundai Motor Group’s global initiative to advance vehicle-to-everything (V2X) services. The introduction of smart charging in the Netherlands and V2H emergency backu...
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Fastned opens a new EV charging station along the A4 Brescia-Verona highway in Italy
Amsterdam-based charge-point operator (CPO) Fastned has opened its first electric vehicle charging station in Italy. The newly opened EV charging station is located at the Truck Park Brescia Est rest area along the busy A4 highway between Brescia and Padova, a key artery across the north of Italy, Fastned said in a press note issued on Feb. 27. The CPO said that it has initially installed eight charging points at the site, making it the largest EV charging station so far on the A4 highway net...
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MassCES selects The Mobility House, Resource Innovations to deploy V2X chargers in Massachusetts, US
Resource Innovations (RI), a leading provider of clean energy solutions, and The Mobility House (TMH), a leading Munich-based provider of vehicle-grid integration (VGI) technology, have been selected by the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) to spearhead a first-of-its-kind statewide vehicle-to-everything (V2X) demonstration program in the US, The Mobility House announced Feb. 24. The two-year initiative aims to deploy bidirectional charging infrastructure to enhance grid resilience,...
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Pronto announces global agreement to deploy more than 100 autonomous haul trucks
In a press release on Feb. 24, Pronto, a Silicon Valley, California-based autonomous technology company, has announced an agreement with Heidelberg Materials, an integrated manufacturer of building materials and solutions, to deploy its autonomous haulage system (Pronto AHS) to over 100 trucks operating at Heidelberg Materials sites worldwide over the next three years. Through the agreement, Pronto will likewise become the exclusive provider of autonomous technologies to Heidelberg Materials in ...
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Fastned opens new ultrafast-charging hub in Northern Ireland
Fastned, one of the leading electric vehicle charging infrastructure providers in the UK, has opened a brand new 400-kW charging hub in Banbridge, Northern Ireland, the company said Feb. 26. The new EV charging hub has been set up with an investment of "multimillion-pounds," Fastned said, without disclosing the actual amount it has invested in installing the fast-charging facility. The company claimed that its new ultrarapid-charging hub in Banbridge is now Northern Ireland’s fastest c...
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JOLT raises a loan of C$194 million from Canada Infrastructure Bank
JOLT, a leading electric vehicle charge-point operator (CPO), has secured a loan of C$194 million from the Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) to enable expansion of its EV charging network across Canada, CIB announced Feb. 24. The CIB investment will facilitate the installation of up to 1,500 new curbside EV chargers in urban centers, ensuring Canadians have access to convenient charging options. JOLT’s EV charging stations combine innovative technology with affordable, fast charging for a...
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Allego co-founds Charge France to accelerate EV charging infrastructure in France
Allego has co-founded Charge France, a coalition of 13 charge-point operators (CPOs), to bring together key players in the French electric vehicle charging ecosystem and accelerate a wider adoption of EVs across the country, Allego said Feb. 13. According to Allego, Charge France represents 13 CPOs already investing over €1 billion in public charging infrastructure. These CPOs have together installed more than 2,000 ultrafast-charging stations across France, which accommodate about 10,000 u...
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Toyota launches hydrogen refueling facility in Indonesia
Toyota Indonesia has officially launched its hydrogen refueling system (HRS) facility, located at the xEV Center TMMIN Karawang Plant 3, in Indonesia, the company announced Feb. 11. The facility is built with an investment of more than 35 billion rupiah (about $2.1 million), and is an example of collaboration between Toyota Indonesia, the national automotive industry, government, academia, Pertamina, PLN, BRIN and other stakeholders in Indonesia. The newly opened facility aims to focus on ...
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BYD engages with Italian component manufacturers to increase localization in Europe
Chinese electric vehicle and battery manufacturer BYD has met with several Italian automotive component suppliers in Turin, Italy, to select new suppliers for its Europe-based manufacturing sites. The event, organized by BYD with the support of the Italian Association of the Automotive Industry (Associazione Nazionale Filiera Industria Automobilistica [ANFIA]), was aimed at establishing a common ground between the vehicle manufacturer and local supply chain stakeholders, along with ...
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Wallbox secures $10 million funding to expand EV charging business
In a press release dated Feb. 24, Wallbox, a leading name in electric vehicle charging and energy management solutions, announced that it has raised an investment of approximately $10 million. The funding round attracted notable investors including Inversiones Financieras Perseo SL, a subsidiary of Iberdrola; Orilla Asset Management; and Enric Asunción, the company’s CEO and co-founder. The private placement involves the sale of 26,707,142 Class A ordinary shares, generating total proceeds...
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Northern Graphite starts supplying battery anode materials to lithium-ion battery manufacturers
Northern Graphite Corp. announced that it has started offering three standard battery anode material (BAM) products alongside its patented Porocarb material to manufacturers of lithium-ion (Li-ion) and all-solid-state batteries. This development comes a year after the Ottawa, Ontario-based company established its battery division through the acquisition of assets and the research and development team from the battery division of Germany's Heraeus Group. This move included licensing ...
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Toyota unveils phase one of Woven City
Toyota Motor Corp. Chairman Akio Toyoda recently announced the completion of the phase one building construction of Toyota Woven City. This follows his 2018 announcement of Toyota's transition into a mobility company and his 2020 revelation of plans for Woven City, a mobility test course. After breaking ground in 2021, the first phase concluded in October 2024, with preparations underway for the official launch in fall 2025, which will welcome the first residents. Woven City aims to foster co...
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Pony AI launches first paid robo-taxi service in Guangzhou
On Feb. 21, Pony AI announced the initiation of its paid robo-taxi services in Guangzhou, China, connecting the city center to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport and Guangzhou South Railway Station. This marks Pony.ai as the first company authorized to operate robo-taxi services on these high-demand routes, highlighting a significant advancement in the integration of autonomous vehicles within Guangzhou's urban setting. The service is accessible through the PonyPilot App, offering fares comp...
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Milence launches its first charging hub in Italy on Bologna-Bolzano route
Milence, the joint venture between Daimler Truck, the Traton Group and the Volvo Group, has officially entered Italy by opening its first major charging hub in Bagnolo San Vito, in the province of Mantua, the company announced Feb. 20. The newly inaugurated charging hub for heavy electric vehicles is strategically located 40 km south of Verona, along the Bologna-Bolzano route, on the A22 Autostrada del Brennero and the Scandinavia-Mediterranean corridor, which play a key role in the Euro...
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BP launches its first dedicated EV charging and convenience hub in London
BP has launched its first new format electric vehicle charging and convenience hub at Cromwell Road on the A4 in Hammersmith, London, the company announced Feb. 20. The site has been reconstructed with fuel refilling stations removed, the company said, adding that it has installed five ultrafast BP Pulse 300-kW chargers. Each EV charger is capable of charging two cars simultaneously, with canopies over the chargers. The EV charging site also accommodates a redesigned convenience store, with a...
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Charting a course through automotive supply chain disruptions
The automotive industry is grappling with a myriad of supply chain disruptions that have become increasingly common since the pandemic struck. In addition to Brexit complexities, rising material costs, natural disasters, geopolitical tensions and economic instability are forcing companies to rethink their logistics and sourcing strategies on the fly. While improvements are anticipated in the global car chip shortage, challenges persist. As Nimish Ashar, associate director of E/E & Semicon...
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Freyr Battery rebrands as T1 Energy
In a significant move toward establishing a robust presence in the renewable energy sector, Freyr Battery has officially rebranded itself as T1 Energy Inc. This transformation, which became effective Feb. 19, includes a new corporate name, a refreshed logo and a new visual identity, along with an upcoming change in ticker symbols on the New York Stock Exchange to “TE” for common stock and “TE WS” for warrants, set to take effect on March 3. T1 Energy's rebranding reflects its strategi...
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Clarios celebrates production of 1 millionth 12V lithium-ion battery
Clarios, a company specializing in advanced energy storage solutions, has celebrated a significant achievement by producing its 1 millionth lithium-ion (Li-ion) 12V battery. This milestone reflects the company's pivotal role in the development of low-voltage energy storage technologies essential for highly electrified vehicles such as internal combustion engines (ICEs), hybrids, plug-in hybrids and electric vehicles. With a comprehensive global network, Clarios manufactures lit...
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Steering through regulations in the automotive sector
As the automotive industry evolves, suppliers must prioritize regulatory compliance due to stricter environmental laws linked to climate change. Investing in new technologies is essential to avoid penalties and enhance competitiveness. We examine the regulatory challenges facing suppliers and share insights from industry executives in S&P Global Mobility’s 2025 Automotive Supplier Outlook. Regulatory pressures: A catalyst for change Automotive suppliers are facing numerous challenges...
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Facing the skills crisis in the European automotive sector
The European automotive supply industry is currently grappling with a severe labor shortage, exacerbated by record attrition levels that have plagued it over the past few years. This alarming situation has led to job losses that surpass even the darkest days of the pandemic. Despite optimistic forecasts for new job creation, the reality reveals a staggering net loss of nearly 56,000 positions since 2020, with the worst yet to come, according to The European Association of Automotive Suppliers (C...
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Lanxess inaugurates Application Development Center in Mumbai
German specialty chemicals company Lanxess has unveiled its India Application Development Center (IADC) in Thane, Mumbai, underscoring the significance of the Indian market in its global strategy and its commitment to fostering innovation and enhancing customer service. The facility, situated within Lanxess House, is poised to support the Lubricant Additives and Material Protection Products business units, with plans for eventual expansion. Matthias Zachert, chairman of the board of management o...
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MAHLE to supply cooling modules for megawatt charging stations
German automotive technology solutions supplier MAHLE announced Feb. 19 that it has won its first series order for a new, high-performance cooling module in the megawatt charging sector. MAHLE’s cooling module will be installed in fast-charging stations for electric commercial vehicles. Without disclosing the name of the customer, MAHLE said that the order is placed by a European cable manufacturer and outfitter of megawatt charging systems (MCS). Series production of the new coo...
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Kempower launches 0% financing scheme to accelerate deployment of DC chargers
Finnish DC fast-charging solutions provider Kempower has launched a 0% financing scheme for the purchase of its DC fast-charging solutions, the company announced Feb. 19. The move is aimed at making electric vehicle charging infrastructure more accessible and affordable for investors across select markets in Europe and Australia. The new financing scheme is part of Kempower’s recently launched partnership with DLL, a global leading vendor finance company. Officially known as 0% Financing...
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TDK launches wire-wound inductors for high-current automotive power-over-coax applications
TDK Corp. announced the expansion of the ADL4532VK series of wire-winding inductors for automotive power-over-coax (PoC). Mass production of these new components began in February 2025. Advanced driver assistance systems are designed to enhance vehicle safety by using automotive cameras and sensors that monitor the driving environment. These systems rely on multiple cameras, typically installed at the front, rear and sides of the vehicle, to capture real-time imagery for safe and secure drivi...
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Rhythmos’ Grid-Edge EV charging optimization could cut transformer upgrade costs by up to 60%
Rhythmos.io, an AI-powered data analytics platform for utilities and electric vehicle fleet operators, has collaborated with a leading consulting firm Energy and Environmental Economics (E3) to assess the impact of optimized managed EV charging on existing grid infrastructure, the company announced Feb. 18. The joint study, which aims to ensure grid reliability with power demand on the rise, reveals that for the utilities modeled, optimized EV charging could reduce distribution transformer up...
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Jio-bp aims to install over 30,000 EV charging points across India by 2030
Jio-bp, a joint venture between Reliance Industries Ltd. (RIL) and global energy giant BP, plans to install about 30,000 electric vehicle charging points across India by 2030, according to a news report published by a local financial daily Mint. The news report cited unnamed sources aware of Jio-bp’s forward-looking plans. The JV has a network of about 5,600 EV charging points across the country. The report points out that these expansion plans align with the Union government's stra...
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Continental to cut 3,000 R&D jobs in Automotive division
Continental is planning to cut 3,000 jobs in research and development globally, which is equivalent to about 10% of the unit's R&D workforce. Nearly half of these layoffs will be in Germany. According to Manager Magazin, the layoffs will mainly impact its German sites in Hesse and Bavaria while another site in Nuremberg will be completely closed. This decision is part of Continental’s preparation for the spinoff of its Automotive group sector division, which has been strugglin...
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NxtWave collaborates to form largest Autonomous Vehicle Developer Community under SkillUp India 4.0
NxtWave has announced a partnership with Tier IV and the Autoware Foundation to establish the world's largest Autonomous Vehicle Developer Community under the SkillUp India 4.0 initiative, as reported by Autocar Professional on Feb. 12. The partnership seeks to address the gap between academic curricula and industry demands by offering hands-on experience and globally relevant expertise in AI-driven mobility solutions, targeting improvements in industries such as transportation, logistics, he...
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Tier IV advances robo-taxi service in Tokyo with successful pilot tests
As reported in a press release on Feb. 17, Tier IV has successfully completed pilot tests for a robo-taxi service in Tokyo, demonstrating significant progress toward the commercialization of robo-taxi services in Japan.  The tests took place in two phases: The first in Odaiba in November 2024, and the second in Nishi-Shinjuku in December 2024. These trials were part of a project led by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, focusing on the digital transformation of the mobility sec...
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Imperial College confirms Altilium's recycled EV battery materials outperform virgin counterparts
In a press release dated Feb. 13, Altilium announced that Imperial College London's new research has substantiated the performance efficiency of its recycled electric vehicle battery materials, proving them to be on par or even superior to virgin mined materials. This finding is pivotal for the advancement of a circular economy in EV battery materials, establishing that recycled components are indeed a viable and high-performing alternative to mined metals. The analysis conducted by Imperial ...
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TotalEnergies launches pilot to trial dynamic pricing for EV charging in Utrecht
French energy company TotalEnergies has launched a pilot project to trial dynamic pricing for electric vehicle charging customers in the city of Utrecht, the Netherlands, according to a news report published by Mobility Plaza on Feb. 7. As part of this pilot project, a total of 15 EV charging stations belonging to TotalEnergies will begin implementing dynamic tariffs, wherein the EV charging prices will be adjusted based on the expected availability of solar and wind energy. This is expect...
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BYD plans to begin demonstration of all-solid-state batteries by 2027
BYD, a leading global electric vehicle and battery-maker, plans to begin demonstration of all-solid-state batteries around 2027, according to a news report published by CnEVPost on Feb. 15. The report cited the chief technology officer of BYD’s Battery business, Sun Huajun, who disclosed his company’s plan in an industry forum. True large-scale adoption of all-solid-state batteries may not be realized until after 2030, the report said. The report mentioned that BYD’s solid-state batt...
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Tata Agratas to open UK’s biggest gigafactory in 2026
A 40-GWh gigafactory that will be established and operated by Tata Group’s global battery business Agratas is scheduled to come up at the 620-acre Gravity Smart Campus near Bridgwater in Somerset, UK, in 2026, National Grid said Feb. 11, on the sidelines of its announcement on the engineering project it is executing. National Grid is working to set up the power lines for the UK’s biggest EV battery-making facility in Somerset. According to the company, the multimillion-pound project is ex...
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TATA.ev to double EV charge points in India to 400,000 by 2027
TATA.ev, Tata Motors' electric vehicle division, has announced a significant expansion of the country's charging infrastructure, aiming to more than double the number of EV charge points to 400,000 by 2027. This initiative builds on TATA.ev's leadership in the EV market, underscored by surpassing 200,000 EV sales and a robust track record of developing both private or home and public charging solutions since 2019. The company's strategic Open Collaboration framework, initiated in 2023 with ch...
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CATL pursues Hong Kong listing to fund European expansion
Mainland Chinese battery manufacturer CATL has initiated the process for a Hong Kong listing, aiming to raise at least $5 billion, according to sources familiar with the matter. This move by the world's largest battery-maker involves filings with Hong Kong regulators, with plans to allocate part of the raised funds toward constructing a €7.3 billion battery plant in Hungary. While the exact amount to be raised has not been disclosed, this listing marks a significant step in CATL's expansion, d...
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US Court approves Accuride’s Chapter 11 reorganization plan
The US Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware has confirmed automotive wheel supplier Accuride's Chapter 11 Plan of Reorganization, signaling a significant overhaul for the company. Through this plan, Accuride aims to refocus its business on its core wheel segment while substantially strengthening its balance sheet. Accuride filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in October 2024. This restructuring includes the equitization of over $400 million in funded debt and the restructu...
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Compleo UK to electrify Islington’s Council fleet with £1.2 million EV charging project
Compleo UK announced that it has secured a major tender with Islington Council to support the council's environmental objectives by installing a comprehensive electric vehicle charging infrastructure. This initiative is designed to facilitate the council's transition to an over 550 fully electric fleet, focusing primarily on the council's waste and recycling center. The project aligns with Islington Council's broader commitment to sustainability and social justice, emphasizing the improv...
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Circle K opens its largest EV charging park in Sweden
Circle K Sverige AB, a leading fuel retailer in Sweden, has opened its new flagship electric vehicle charging station in Järna, Sweden, which will be the largest EV charging park in its Swedish network, according to a company press note published by My News Desk on Feb. 11. The newly opened EV charging facility houses 26 charging points for both light and heavy traffic, and aims to introduce both electrification and customer experience at the center. The charging park is spread across an ...
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SWTCH Energy to manage major EV charging project in Washington
SWTCH Energy is set to manage one of the largest electric vehicle charging deployments in Washington, specifically designed for multifamily properties. This partnership involves the implementation of SWTCH's smart charging platform across 2,500 charging stations situated in 136 properties, aiming to provide easy access to EV charging for thousands of residents. The initiative is part of the Washington Department of Commerce's Electric Vehicle Charging Program, which has allocated $25.6 millio...
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Kodal Minerals begins spodumene production at Mali project
Kodal Minerals, a mineral exploration and development company, has announced the production of the first spodumene concentrate at its fully-funded Bougouni Lithium Project in southern Mali, which marks a significant milestone during the commissioning of the dense media separation (DMS) processing plant. The first round of production yielded spodumene concentrate with a lithium oxide (Li2O) grade of 5.53%, achieved ahead of schedule and in line with the planned production profile, signaling su...
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PowerGo completes installation of 152 public charging points in Ikast-Brande, Denmark
PowerGo, a leading European charge-point operator (CPO), has completed the installation of 152 charging points in the Danish municipality of Ikast-Brande, in the Central Jutland region, the company announced Feb. 6. PowerGo said that the newly installed EV charging points offer a capacity ranging from 22 to 150 kW and are all publicly accessible. “The municipality of Ikast-Brande has selected PowerGo as charge point operator (CPO) based on a tender. Ikast-Brande is now part of PowerGo’...
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Canadian pension fund writes down US$400 million investment in Northvolt
Investment Management Corporation of Ontario (IMCO) has written down its US$400 million investment in Northvolt AB, according to a news report published by Bloomberg on Feb. 11. The report cited unnamed sources familiar with the matter. Northvolt, the Swedish battery company, had filed for bankruptcy protection in November 2024 in the US after failing to secure necessary funds to maintain liquidity. At the time of filing for Chapter 11 in the US, Northvolt was left with little cash and US$5.8...
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Karma Automotive-Intel partnership: Looking to break the siloes in SDV development
Among the many product unveilings and demonstrations held at the CES 2025 last month, an important announcement was made in the realm of software-defined vehicles (SDV) when Karma Automotive announced a collaboration with Intel Corporation for joint development of an SDV architecture that is expected to underpin Karma’s future electric vehicle models. First to potentially utilize the new architecture will be the Karman Kaveya super coupe, due out in 2026, followed by the production version of ...
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Landis+Gyr exits from charging infrastructure business in EMEA
Landis+Gyr Group AG, a global provider of integrated energy management solutions based in Cham, Switzerland, has decided to discontinue its electric vehicle charging business in the Europe, Middle East and Africa region due to unfavorable market conditions and the lack of anticipated growth. The company announced the decision while sharing updates on its strategic initiatives and revised its guidance for the financial year 2024. "Landis+Gyr’s vision that utility customers would ha...
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Rivian opens sales of its commercial van to all US fleets
Electric vehicle manufacturer Rivian Automotive has announced the commencement of sales of its Rivian Commercial Van to US fleets of any size. This vehicle, which serves as the basis for Amazon's custom electric delivery van (EDV), is engineered focusing on safety, driver comfort, total cost of ownership and sustainability. It includes advanced safety features such as automatic emergency braking, collision warnings and 360-degree visibility. Following the end of its exclusivity period with Amazo...
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Freyr Battery relocates global headquarters to Austin, Texas
Freyr Battery has announced the relocation of its global headquarters to Austin, Texas. This move is part of Freyr's strategic plan to integrate its workforce with its operational goals and strategy, focusing on manufacturing solar modules in the US. The announcement comes as the company is increasing production at its G1 solar module facility located in Wilmer, Texas, a facility that has already created over 1,000 jobs in the Wilmer and Dallas communities. The new global headquarters in Aust...
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