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Chinese EV giant BYD has started the year off with a flurry of tech and product announcements, including 5-minute flash charging tech, blade battery and dozens of models. Now, the company has announced ambitious plans in the autonomous driving space by equipping all of its vehicles with the next generation of its God’s Eye…
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adminisNigeria’s push to build a domestic electric vehicle (EV) industry gathered momentum as the Federal Government reaffirmed its commitment to local manufacturing, innovation, and technology transfer in the country’s emerging e-mobility sector. The renewed commitment was announced by the Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Dr. Kingsley Udeh, during the inaugural meeting of the…
Continue readingGraphite One has secured a site in Conneaut, Ohio for its planned Active Anode Materials facility. The site offers direct access to Lake Erie and the Great Lakes shipping corridor, multi-line CN rail connectivity and an existing on-site substation. The company aims to complete construction in Q4 2027. Phase One production is planned at…
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As EV adoption continues to scale, one thing is clear: drivers expect faster, simpler, and more reliable support when they charge. At the same time, charging network operators face increasing pressure to manage costs, improve uptime, and deliver better service—without scaling support teams at the same pace. At EV Connect, our approach is guided…
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Back to articles BUMP Charge and EVBox: a trusted partnership to deploy fast charging at scale Since 2021, BUMP Charge, a charging operator for fleets, real estate owners, and transport and logistics players, has relied on EVBox to support the deployment of its fast-charging network in France.A long-standing partnership built on trust, operational performance, and…
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adminisA Nigerian citizen, Peter Ogbudu marked his birthday on May 25, 2026, devoid of not fanfare and razzmatazz, and a passionate appeal to President Bola Tinubu to tackle the country’s growing economic and security challenges. In an open letter to the President, Ogbudu, widely known as Gana, said he could not celebrate while…
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Jaguar has revealed the name of its upcoming electric four-door GT as the Type 01, with prototypes testing on the Monaco circuit before the 16 May Formula E E Prix. The car uses silicon carbide inverter and all-wheel drive control technology developed by the Jaguar TCS Racing Formula E team. Jaguar has confirmed the…
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Škoda has officially unveiled the Epiq, its most affordable electric SUV to date, during a world‑premiere event held at the IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship in Zurich. Positioned as a compact, clever, and confidence‑focused EV, the Epiq introduces Škoda’s full Modern Solid design language and a completely new technical package aimed at bringing electric…
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Global electric vehicle sales are set to hit a record 23 million units in 2026 as soaring fuel prices and ongoing geopolitical instability accelerate the shift away from petrol and diesel cars, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA). The IEA’s new Global EV Outlook 2026 report forecasts electric vehicles will account for close…
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adminisFG partners Chinese firm to manufacture CNG, EV infrastructure locally Nigeria and the Republic of Türkiye have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen bilateral cooperation in the solid minerals sector, marking a significant step towards deepening economic collaboration between both countries. The Federal Government also engaged a Chinese firm, New Power Technology…
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adminisAfrica is at low levels in terms electric vehicle sales as market adoption has continued to accelerate worldwide but the market’s expansion remains heavily concentrated in a few major regions. According to the International Energy Agency’s Global EV Outlook 2026 report published May 20, global electric vehicle sales could reach 23 million units…
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Early units of the Rivian R2 will not be equipped with lidar. This has caused a bit of a debate between early adopters: buy early and get the car first, or wait for the newest tech? Rivian’s leadership says that buyers won’t notice the difference between the two “for some time.” Rivian’s upcoming R2…
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