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  • April 27, 2026
  • 3 minutes Read
Lynk & Co GT Concept “Time to Shine” Debuts in Beijing

Lynk & Co has taken a bold step into the high-performance segment with the debut of its first-ever Gran Turismo concept, “Time to Shine,” at the 2026 Beijing Auto Show. The two-door GT signals a major milestone for the brand as it celebrates a decade of innovation, combining design evolution, motorsport pedigree, and future-focused…

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  • April 27, 2026
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What Solid-State Batteries? CATL’s Newest LFP Battery Can Be Filled In Less Than 7 Minutes

China’s CATL unveiled its latest lithium iron phosphate battery today. The third-generation Shenxing battery can be charged from 10% to nearly full in less than 7 minutes. The LFP packs can also retain over 90% of their original capacity after 1,000 ultra-fast charging cycles, the company claims. China’s Contemporary Amperex Technology (CATL) just upped…

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  • April 26, 2026
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smart Concept #2 and smart #6 EHD debuted the Global Brand Event in Beijing

smart marked a major milestone in its global evolution today, unveiling two significant new models – the smart Concept #2 and the smart #6 EHD at its “Change of Perspectives” Global Brand Event in Beijing. The showcase underscored the brand’s ambition to expand its contemporary premium EV portfolio while reaffirming its design partnership with…

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  • April 26, 2026
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Kogi State Strengthens China Partnership for Agro-Industrial Development and SAPZ Implementation — Kogi State Government

  Kogi State has taken a significant step in advancing its international partnerships aimed at accelerating the implementation of its Special Agro-Industrial Processing Zone (SAPZ) programme. The SAPZ initiative is a strategic agro-industrial platform designed to boost food production, enhance processing capacity, create employment opportunities, attract private sector investment, and position Kogi State as…

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  • April 24, 2026
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Maryland Ratepayers to Subsidize EV Charger Fees Under Emergency Regulations – Plug-In Sites

Fees could take effect under emergency authority before public comments are due. The Moore Administration announced yesterday that it plans to use Maryland’s Strategic Energy Investment Fund to cut in half the cost of registering electric vehicle chargers with the state’s Weights and Measures program. SEIF is funded by Maryland utilities, therefore ratepayers, and…

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  • April 24, 2026
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CNG & EV Initiative Seals MoU With CrediCorp, NCGC, Moniepoint MFB on Clean Mobility Financing – THISDAYLIVE

Juliet Akoje In Abuja. The Presidential Initiative on Compressed Natural Gas and Electric Vehicles (Pi-CNG & EV) has entered into a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with major financial institutions aimed at widening access to affordable financing for vehicle conversion under its Clean Mobility programme. The partner institutions include the Nigerian Consumer Credit Corporation…

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  • April 24, 2026
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Solving lithium plating risks in Li-ion batteries during fast charging: high-precision three-electrode analysis

Sponsored by Chroma. Lithium-ion batteries face increasingly severe challenges regarding safety and lifespan under high-rate charging. One of the most critical concerns is the phenomenon of lithium plating—when the charging current is too high or the temperature is too low, lithium-ions fails to intercalate effectively into the anode and instead deposit as metallic lithium…

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  • April 24, 2026
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How EV Charging Stations for Hotels Are Redefining Guest Satisfaction

As electric vehicles become mainstream, EV charging stations for hotels are no longer a niche amenity—they’re a growing guest expectation. From improving satisfaction and loyalty to future‑proofing infrastructure, the right charging strategy can help hospitality properties stay competitive in an increasingly electrified travel landscape. Why Drivers Need EV Charging at Hotels Although about 80%…

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  • April 23, 2026
  • 13 minutes Read
Understanding EV Charging Types: Guide to Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 Charging

As electric vehicles (EVs) continue to gain popularity, understanding the different EV charging types becomes crucial for both new and current EV owners. In this comprehensive guide, we will dive into the various EV charging types explained, specifically focusing on Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 charging. Whether you’re considering transitioning to an…

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  • April 22, 2026
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Halting Petrol Import Licenses is Nigeria’s Most Significant Structural Victory in 50yrs – THISDAYLIVE

Dike Onwuamaeze The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) has described the federal government’s halting of import licenses and empowering local refining industries as the most significant structural victory Nigeria has achieved in its energy sector in fifty years.  MAN stated this last week in its press statement titled, “Fuel Importation Prescription as a Recipe…

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  • April 21, 2026
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World’s largest fully electric container ship begins commercial operations

The world’s largest purely electric container ship has officially begun commercial operations in China. China’s state news agency Xinhua reported last week that the Ning Yuan Dian Kun, built by Jiangxi Jiangxin Shipbuilding, began commercial operations with an inaugural run between the Ningbo-Zhoushan and Jiaxing ports in China’s eastern Zhejiang Province. The 10,000-tonne-class container…

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  • April 21, 2026
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The new Mercedes-Benz EQS debuts with smarter features, faster charging, and 925 km of range

Mercedes‑Benz has introduced the new 2027 EQS, a deeply reengineered evolution of its flagship electric sedan that brings major advances in efficiency, computing power, comfort and design. More than a quarter of the vehicle’s components are newly developed or significantly updated, marking one of the most substantial product renewals in the brand’s electric portfolio….

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