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March 1, 2026
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How a Commercial EV Charging Station Benefits Your Business | EV Connect

As electric vehicles (EVs) rapidly gain mainstream adoption across the United States, businesses are uniquely positioned to capitalize on this shift. Installing a commercial EV charging station is no longer a futuristic perk—it’s a strategic move that enhances customer experience, boosts revenue, and strengthens your brand’s sustainability profile. Whether you operate retail locations, office…

February 26, 2026
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Polestar unveils ambitious three-year product offensive

Polestar has announced the most aggressive product expansion in its history, outlining plans to launch four new electric vehicles over the next three years. The company says the strategy positions it to compete in the fastest‑growing and most profitable segments of the EV market, while supporting continued global retail expansion. According to the announcement,…

February 23, 2026
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[Updated] Nio breaks single-day battery swap service record, again

This post was originally published on February 19 and was updated on February 20 and February 22. On February 21, Nio completed 175,976 battery swap services, setting a new single-day record for the fourth consecutive day. The busiest station handled 193 swaps in a single day. (Image credit: Nio) Nio Inc (NYSE: NIO, HKG:…

February 20, 2026
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Polestar Announces Major Product Expansion With Four New Electric Models by 2028

Polestar said on Wednesday it plans to expand its vehicle portfolio with four new electric models scheduled for release over the next three years, describing the initiative as the “largest model offensive in its history.” The Swedish electric vehicle maker is seeking to strengthen its position in key market segments as global competition intensifies….

February 17, 2026
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Pioneering a new generation of lithium battery cathode materials – Batteries News

Pioneering a new generation of lithium battery cathode materials Driving the global transition in electric vehicles and energy storage Grant and Award Announcement City University of Hong Kong As the global electric vehicle (EV) market and renewable energy sector continue to expand rapidly, demand for advanced lithium-ion battery technology continues to grow. A research…

February 14, 2026
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EV battery recycling breakthrough recovers 99.99% of lithium

Chinese researchers claim to have developed a process to recover nearly all of the lithium from used electric vehicle batteries for recycling. The Independent (via InsideEVs) reports on study results first published in the German academic journal Angewandte Chemie claiming recovery of 99.99% of lithium from a used battery, as well as 97% of…

February 11, 2026
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A California Company Just Kicked Off Solid-State Battery Pilot Production. Now Comes The Hard Part

Fifteen years after its founding, California-based QuantumScape believes it has cracked the code to solid-state batteries. Roughly the size and shape of a silvery deck of cards, the company’s anode-free, lithium-metal cells promise to address virtually all of the shortcomings of today’s lithium-ion batteries. That means higher energy density, quicker charging, more power, safer…

February 8, 2026
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LG Energy Solution takes full ownership of NextStar Energy

LG Energy Solution will assume full ownership of NextStar Energy after acquiring Stellantis’ 49 per cent stake in the joint venture, the companies announced today. The move marks a significant realignment in North America’s fast‑expanding battery supply chain and reinforces Canada’s position as a strategic hub for electric‑vehicle and energy‑storage manufacturing. Founded in 2022…

February 5, 2026
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China Jan NEV wholesale sales edge up 1% to 900,000 units, CPCA estimates show

Compared with December 2025, the estimate represents a 42.42% decline. Consumer demand was pulled forward in December, resulting in a drawdown of January demand. China NEV Monthly Wholesale Sales (CPCA) 2024-2026 Month 2024 2025 2026 January 689,000 889,000 900,000 February 446,870 830,000 March 815,180 1,128,000 April 788,443 1,133,000 May 897,347 1,216,000 June 982,593 1,241,000…

February 2, 2026
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Incheon Airport Opens Hydrogen Mobility Hub to Support Fuel Cell Bus Fleet

South Korea’s Incheon has opened a hydrogen mobility hub at Incheon International Airport, marking a significant step in the city’s long-running push to deploy hydrogen in transport and reduce emissions from high-mileage commercial vehicles. The hub, located in the Terminal 2 car park, includes a liquid hydrogen refuelling station designed to support the transition…

January 30, 2026
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Dutch lithium supplier AMG seeks to bypass China – Batteries News

Dutch lithium supplier AMG seeks to bypass China FRANKFURT, Jan 29 (Reuters) – Dutch miner and lithium supplier AMG Critical Materials (AMG.AS), plans to reduce dependence on China by processing battery-grade lithium for electric vehicles in Brazil, Portugal and Germany, its head of development told Reuters. AMG development head Michael Connor said the firm…

January 27, 2026
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Study: Tesla, Rivian charging networks have far fewer problems

Owners report more than ten times the issues with Shell Recharge, EVgo, or Blink than with Tesla Rivian’s own charging network was second only to Tesla Hardware-related issues have become more prevalent than payment problems Charging networks operated by Tesla and Rivian tended to have fewer problems than non-automaker efforts, according to a recent…