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PlugInSites is monitoring electric vehicle legislation in Maryland for the 2026 session. Maryland General Assembly Session Begins January 14, 2026 The 2026 Legislative Session in Maryland begins on January 14th and will adjourn on April 13th. Maryland General Assembly 2026 Operations Consult the MGA website for details on the 2026 Senate and House of…
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Stellantis has axed its plug-in hybrids in North America. The Jeep Wrangler 4xe, Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe and Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid are all now discontinued. Stellantis is focusing on hybrids and extended-range EVs with gas generators. Stellantis is pulling the plug on its plug-in hybrid vehicles in North America, The Drive reported on Thursday. That…
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Full Control in Cathode Active Materials Synthesis for Battery R&D – enabling scalable, reproducible results. In battery materials development, achieving consistent particle morphology is a major challenge. Parameters such as pH, temperature, and mixing strongly influence the size and shape of precursor particles, which in turn affect performance and manufacturability. As demand for high-energy-density…
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Xiaomi founder, chairman, and CEO Lei Jun hosted a live broadcast, unveiling the latest developments surrounding the company’s fast‑growing automotive business and officially introducing the first facelift of the Xiaomi SU7. The update marks a significant milestone for Xiaomi’s entry into the electric vehicle market, which has gained traction rapidly since its launch. Lei…
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adminisBenchmark copper prices on the London Metal Exchange (LME) surged past $13,000 per metric ton for the first time, reaching intraday highs around $13,387–$13,387.50 on January 6, before settling slightly lower. This extends a massive rally from 2025 up ~42% annually, driven by: Tight global supply from mine disruptions e.g., strikes in Chile, accidents…
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The Driven publishes detailed sales data for Australian battery electric vehicle sales on this page. Data is sourced from the Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) report known as VFacts, the Electric Vehicle Council (EVC), as well as individual companies. This page will be updated as new data is released each month, and as…
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adminisMinister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has said the 2026 budget is strategically designed to consolidate the gains of President Bola Tinubu’s reform agenda, which he noted is already yielding positive results. Idris made this known in an op-ed published yesterday in national newspapers, titled, “A Defining Moment for Nigeria: Why Staying…
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At CES 2026, Qualcomm announced a series of high-profile partnerships with ZF, Google, and Leapmotor, reinforcing its position at the center of the rapidly evolving automotive technology ecosystem. Together, these collaborations aim to accelerate the adoption of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), software-defined vehicles, and AI-powered driving experiences.Qualcomm and ZF: Scalable ADAS for the…
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In 2024, public charging in California expanded at record levels The state has double the publicly accessible chargers versus 2022 Nearly 30% of U.S. EV sales go to California customers In California, drivers are now much more likely to encounter an electric vehicle charging connector than a gas pump nozzle. The state reached 178,549…
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The automotive industry is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by the need for sustainable transportation solutions in an era of environmental consciousness. One of the most exciting innovations in this space is wireless EV charging technology, which promises to streamline the charging process for electric vehicles (EVs) and enhance their accessibility. This article will…
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adminisThe Executive Chairman/Managing Director of LUG West Africa, Mr. Imran Oladimeji Hamzat, has said that Nigeria is gradually becoming a huge market for electric vehicles, stating the country has recorded a significant rise in electric vehicle adoption, as between 2020 and 2025, the country has experienced an estimated 400 per cent increase in electric…
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Xpeng has announced the updated G6 electric SUV for the UK market, featuring a new all-wheel-drive performance model, advanced 80.8kWh lithium iron phosphate battery technology enabling 12-minute charging from 10 to 80 percent, and comprehensive refinements across design and technology systems. Chinese EV manufacturer Xpeng has unveiled significant updates to its G6 model for…
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