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  • May 13, 2025
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Toyota reveals all-new C-HR+, its latest coupe-SUV

Toyota has revealed the Toyota C-HR+, an all-new battery electric model that is positioning as a bold, stylish and capable competitor in Europe’s C-SUV BEV market. The new vehicle has been developed from the Compact SUV concept the automaker presented in 2022 while also carrying forward essential qualities from the Toyota C-HR. Scheduled for…

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  • May 13, 2025
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CATL unveils the Freevoy dual-power battery, the Naxtra battery, and the second-gen Shenxing battery

CATL unveiled three groundbreaking EV battery products at its inaugural Super Tech Day: The Freevoy Dual-Power Battery, Naxtra – the world’s first mass-produced sodium-ion battery, and the second-generation Shenxing Superfast Charging Battery, as well as an integrated 24V start/stop Naxtra battery for heavy-duty trucks. The Freevoy Dual-Power Battery introduces a pioneering cross-chemistry system design…

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  • May 13, 2025
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Ghana, Morocco, Tanzania, other countries top leading electric vehicle adoption

As urban populations grow and fuel prices rise, electric vehicles (EVs) offer a cleaner and cost-effective alternative across Africa, with growing popularity due to increased investment, tax incentives, and improved infrastructure Numerous African nations, including Ethiopia, Benin, Kenya, South Africa, and Morocco, are adopting EV policies, such as tax incentives and domestic production incentives,…

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  • May 13, 2025
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Slate Racks Up 100,000 Reservations On Its Uber-Cheap Electric Truck

Slate announced its uber-cheap EV pick-up just two weeks ago. In that time, it racked up 100,000 reservations, the company announced. The tiny modular pickup is a bare-bones option for folks who want an affordable EV where even speakers are optional. If you’ve been dreaming of an EV that costs less than the average…

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  • May 12, 2025
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BYD enters Romania, to open over 30 local sales outlets by end of 2025

BYD has entered Romania with the launch of four models and the opening of its first local store. BYD sold a record 79,086 vehicles overseas in April, up 92.84 percent year-on-year. (Image credit: BYD) BYD (HKG: 1211, OTCMKTS: BYDDY) has entered the Romanian passenger car market, continuing to expand its footprint in Europe. The…

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  • May 10, 2025
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CNG initiative moves to tackle supply gaps, reduce transport costs

The Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative (PCNGI) has pledged to address persistent supply challenges to help Nigerians benefit from affordable fuel alternatives. Amid rising complaints about high transport fares despite wider use of CNG-powered vehicles, PCNGI Coordinator, Engr. Michael Oluwagbemi, said enforcement of cheaper fares hinges on stable gas supply. He noted that while…

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  • May 10, 2025
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Gravity to Bring 5-Minute EV Charging to Greater LA

The New York-based EV charging startup Gravity announced an initial network of 8 sites across greater Los Angeles with the fastest EV charging in America (500kW). Sites will be located in Pacific Palisades, Long Beach, Manhattan Beach, East Pasadena and other high-speed charging deserts, with the first locations expected to open in 2025. Each new site will be equipped with roughly…

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  • May 7, 2025
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EV offerings to grow, prices to fall as efficiency standards locked in place

Electric vehicles are expected to grow in number and fall in price following the federal election as manufacturers and motorists gain confidence that regulations on low-emission transport will not change. Automotive experts issued the predictions on Wednesday following an election campaign in which the coalition announced plans to remove tax breaks for electric cars…

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