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  • April 9, 2026
  • 3 minutes Read
The Next BMW i7 Will Get Its Batteries From An Unexpected Source

Rimac Technology will supply the battery packs for the next-generation BMW i7. The packs will be manufactured in Croatia and shipped to BMW’s plant in Germany. BMW is claiming gains in range and charging performance. BMW has tapped Croatian supercar specialist Rimac Technology to supply the high-performance batteries for the revised i7, the German…

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  • April 6, 2026
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EV Charging Discounts & Loyalty Programs | EV Connect EVouchers

In a relatively young industry like EV charging, any opportunity to boost customer loyalty while also ensuring charger utilization is huge. EV Connect’s EVouchers offer a practical way to achieve steady, reliable ROI without added complexity. Let’s take a look at how a loyalty program paired with special EV charging rewards can increase station…

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  • April 3, 2026
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2026 XPEng Mona M03 is launched is launched in China

XPeng has officially launched the updated 2026 MONA M03 in China. This new AI‑enhanced pure electric fastback is positioned as a stylish, efficiency‑focused model for the next generation of EV buyers. The vehicle marks a significant step in XPeng’s strategy to merge advanced intelligence, aerodynamic engineering, and youthful design into a competitively priced package….

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  • March 31, 2026
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Chery launches QQ3 EV with strong initial orders

Chery said the QQ3 EV secured 56,879 orders roughly two hours after its launch event ended. The aggressive pricing of the QQ3 EV poses a direct threat to the Leapmotor A10 launched just a week ago. (Chery QQ3 EV. Image credit: Chery) Chery officially launched its new pure electric compact car, the QQ3 EV,…

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  • March 28, 2026
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Pony AI Reports First Quarterly Profit, Targets 3,000-Vehicle Fleet in 2026

Pony AI reported its first profitable quarter since inception, as it ramps up commercialization efforts and expands its global robotaxi footprint. The company posted net income of 528 million yuan ($75.5 million) in the fourth quarter of 2025, according to its latest financial results. The profit was primarily driven by gains from an early…

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  • March 25, 2026
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Samsung SDI, L&F ink battery material purchase agreement – Batteries News

Samsung SDI, L&F ink battery material purchase agreement Samsung SDI said Tuesday it has signed a purchase deal with L&F, a Korean battery material supplier, as it aims to expand its North American energy storage system (ESS) business amid tighter U.S. rules on China-related supply chains. Under the agreement signed Monday, Samsung SDI will…

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  • March 19, 2026
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New ChargePoint Fees: What’s Changing and Who Pays More | EV Connect

On March 1, 2026, ChargePoint began rolling out newly standardized per‑session service fees across its network—fees that apply in addition to whatever pricing a station owner already sets for energy use. According to ChargePoint, these fees are intended to support reliability, customer service, and continued platform investment. But the reaction from EV drivers and…

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  • March 16, 2026
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Rivian unveils full R2 lineup with trims and pricing

Rivian announced the complete trims and pricing for the all‑new R2, a mid‑size electric SUV designed to bring the company’s signature design, performance, and technology to a wider audience while maintaining the character that defines a Rivian vehicle. Deliveries will begin in Spring 2026 with the Rivian R2 Performance equipped with the Launch Package,…

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  • March 13, 2026
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Xiaomi moves up new SU7 launch to Mar as EV race heats up

Xiaomi CEO announced the revamped SU7 sedan will be launched this month, earlier than the previously planned April. Xiaomi is fully committed to the production preparation of the revamped SU7, with large-scale deliveries to begin after the launch. (Image credit: Xiaomi) Xiaomi is advancing the official launch of its next-generation SU7 electric sedan to…

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  • March 10, 2026
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Terawatt and Velocity Vehicle Group Partner to Expand Heavy-Duty EV Charging Network

Terawatt and Velocity Vehicle Group (VVG) have announced a partnership aimed at supporting heavy-duty electric vehicle fleet operators across North America by integrating high-speed charging infrastructure with commercial vehicle service and maintenance networks. The collaboration will initially focus on Southern California, one of the region’s largest freight hubs and a key area for electric…

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  • March 7, 2026
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Sungrow and Delta Capacity Deepen Partnership with 1 GWh BESS Framework Agreement Signed at Energy Storage Summit – Batteries News

Sungrow and Delta Capacity Deepen Partnership with 1 GWh BESS Framework Agreement Signed at Energy Storage Summit MUNICH, March 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Sungrow, a global leader in PV inverters and energy storage systems (ESS), and Delta Capacity, a developer and long-term owner of utility-scale`battery energy storage systems (BESS), today announced a significant expansion of…

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