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  • June 30, 2026
  • 9 minutes Read
Ford begins US production of LFP battery cells, paving the way for cheaper EVs

Ford has taken a decisive step toward reshoring the electric‑vehicle supply chain in the United States, beginning production of lithium‑iron‑phosphate (LFP) battery cells at its new BlueOval Battery Park in Marshall, Michigan. The move positions Ford to become the first automaker to manufacture LFP cells domestically for mainstream consumer EVs, marking a major milestone…

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  • June 29, 2026
  • 20 minutes Read
The $150 Charger Fee Nobody Knew Was Coming – Plug-In Sites

Maryland officials committed to a formal public hearing. They never held one. Here is how it all went wrong. Today — June 29, 2026 — is the final day to submit written comments on the Maryland Department of Agriculture’s proposal to lower the annual registration fee for EV chargers after backlash when it was…

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  • June 29, 2026
  • 5 minutes Read
Slate’s Cheap EV Pickup Is Surprisingly Easy To Make Expensive

Slate’s EV is extremely customizable. The problem is, all of those options quickly add-up. Can you build the truck you actually want to buy without driving the truck out of affordable territory? One of the biggest selling points of Slate’s tiny electric pickup is that it doesn’t try to be everything. It’s small. It’s…

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  • June 28, 2026
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FG plans To Distribute Free Cooking Gas To 27,000 Households In Bayelsa  – THISDAYLIVE

.Says 100,000 vehicles converted to CNG nationwide  Blessing Ibunge in Port Harcourt  In continued efforts to strengthen public understanding of Nigeria’s gas sector, Decade of Gas Secretariat, in collaboration with the Presidential Initiative on Compressed Natural Gas and Electric Vehicles (Pi-CNG & EV), organised a capacity-building session with journalists in Port Harcourt, Rivers State capital. The…

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  • June 27, 2026
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Li Auto enters Macau with localized EVs for cross-border drivers

Li Auto opened its first retail center in Macau on June 26, 2026. Credit: Li Auto Li Auto opened its first retail center in Macau, showcasing the i6 and i8 electric models. The company has localized its glass, connectivity and smart cockpit features to meet local regulations and cross-border travel needs. Li Auto (NASDAQ:…

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  • June 26, 2026
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NAJA Auto Summit to Chart Nigeria’s Clean Mobility Path as EV, CNG Adoption Gains Momentum

Bimpe Adebayo Nigeria’s push towards cleaner, more affordable transportation will take centre stage on July 30, 2026, as policymakers, automotive industry leaders, energy experts and investors gather in Lagos for the third edition of the Nigeria Auto Journalists Association (NAJA) Auto Summit. The high-level industry forum, scheduled to hold at the Radisson Hotel, Ikeja,…

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  • June 26, 2026
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Slate Electric Truck Priced From $24,950 as Preorders Open

Electric vehicle startup Slate has opened preorders for its long-awaited electric pickup, confirming a starting price of $24,950 before destination charges, taxes and local incentives. Backed by Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, Slate is positioning its debut model as the most affordable new pickup truck in the United States. The company will also offer two…

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  • June 24, 2026
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Nissan Shelves Electric Version of Top-Selling Qashqai in Europe as Japanese Automaker Rethinks EV Strategy – Tekedia

Nissan has quietly halted development of a fully electric version of its best-selling Qashqai SUV in Europe, a significant pullback that reflects the Japanese automaker’s broader efforts to trim costs, simplify its lineup, and navigate softening demand for pure battery-electric vehicles in a fiercely competitive market. Six sources with direct knowledge of the matter…

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  • June 24, 2026
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Ferrari Reshuffles Leadership After Luce Launch as BMW Executive Takes Sales Role

Ferrari has appointed former BMW Italy chief Massimiliano Di Silvestre to lead its commercial operations, a move that comes shortly after the launch of the company’s first fully electric vehicle, the Luce. The leadership change follows the decision by long-time Ferrari commercial chief Enrico Galliera to step down and pursue new professional opportunities, according…

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