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  • June 8, 2026
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Audi Unveils Limited-Edition Nuvolari Hybrid Supercar with 736 kW Output

Audi has unveiled the Nuvolari, a limited-edition hybrid supercar that revives one of the brand’s most iconic names and is set to become the most powerful production vehicle in the company’s history. Restricted to 499 units, the Audi Nuvolari combines a high-performance hybrid powertrain with a new design language inspired by the brand’s future…

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  • June 5, 2026
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Full Circle Lithium Successfully Extinguishes Persistent C&D Landfill Lithium-Ion Battery Fire – Batteries News

Full Circle Lithium Successfully Extinguishes Persistent C&D Landfill Lithium-Ion Battery Fire Fire fully extinguished in under one hour — hot spots cleared within two hours, all smoldering zones resolved within three hours FCL-X™ succeeded where conventional suppression methods failed after three days of continuous effort by local fire crews Incident underscores a growing U.S….

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  • May 30, 2026
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Introducing Joule, EV Connect’s AI-Assisted EV Charging Support Chatbot

As EV adoption continues to scale, one thing is clear: drivers expect faster, simpler, and more reliable support when they charge.  At the same time, charging network operators face increasing pressure to manage costs, improve uptime, and deliver better service—without scaling support teams at the same pace.  At EV Connect, our approach is guided…

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  • May 27, 2026
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Škoda Epiq is official with new design and technology, affordable price

Škoda has officially unveiled the Epiq, its most affordable electric SUV to date, during a world‑premiere event held at the IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship in Zurich. Positioned as a compact, clever, and confidence‑focused EV, the Epiq introduces Škoda’s full Modern Solid design language and a completely new technical package aimed at bringing electric…

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  • May 24, 2026
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VW expands China EV lineup with new ID. UNYX 07 sedan and upgraded 06 SUV

The ID. UNYX 07 is Volkswagen’s first all-electric sedan equipped with the China-exclusive CEA architecture, starting at 109,900 yuan ($16,170) after limited-time benefits. The updated ID. UNYX 06 SUV is priced at 134,900 yuan after benefits. (Volkswagen ID. UNYX 07. Image credit: Volkswagen) Volkswagen has launched the new ID. UNYX 07 sedan and the…

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  • May 21, 2026
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EIB Backs Hamburg Grid Upgrade and Electric Bus Expansion With Over €1 Billion Financing

The European Investment Bank will provide up to 1 billion euros ($1.09 billion) to Hamburger Energienetze for the expansion and modernization of Hamburg’s electricity distribution grid, while also extending around 125 million euros in financing to Verkehrsbetriebe Hamburg-Holstein for battery-electric buses and depot upgrades. The financing agreements, signed on May 19, form part of…

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  • May 18, 2026
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Battery Events – Full Agenda Lands for EBMI2026: World’s Largest Circular Intelligence Hub Announces Free-to-Attend Conference – Batteries News

Battery Events – Full Agenda Lands for EBMI2026: World’s Largest Circular Intelligence Hub Announces Free-to-Attend Conference Taking place from 17-18 June 2026, the event transforms Halle 3.0 at Messe Frankfurt into a 360-degree theatre of innovation. Four dedicated stages will be located at the “four corners” of the exhibition hall, placing 180+ elite speakers…

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  • May 15, 2026
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Scientists Just Discovered A Secret To Make Your EV Battery Live Years Longer

Frequent fast charging can accelerate a lithium-ion battery’s aging. Researchers in Sweden found a way to use artificial intelligence to slow degradation. The simulation results are impressive, and could make a huge difference if commercialized.  Artificial intelligence is already seeping into cars, with the technology now embedded into everything from autonomous vehicles to voice assistants….

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  • May 12, 2026
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EV Charger Load Management Explained: A Practical Guide for Commercial Sites

As electric vehicle adoption accelerates, many commercial properties are discovering that installing EV chargers can present an electrical capacity challenge. Office buildings, multifamily properties, retail centers, municipalities, and even fleets often face fixed power limits that were never designed for simultaneous EV charging demand. But thanks to EV charger load management, built into EV…

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  • May 9, 2026
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Opel revives the hot hatch spirit with the all‑electric Corsa GSE

Opel has brought the hot hatch back to life – this time fully electric – with the debut of the new Corsa GSE, a high‑performance evolution of Germany’s best‑selling small car. Revealed ahead of its public premiere at the Paris Motor Show in October, the Corsa GSE channels the legacy of the iconic Corsa…

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  • May 6, 2026
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Rivian mulls LiDAR production in potential Chinese partnership

Rivian is considering making its own LiDAR sensors in the US using Chinese technology, rather than buying directly from Chinese suppliers. Chinese suppliers such as Hesai and RoboSense currently dominate the market with advanced and low-cost LiDAR technology. (File photo shows a Hesai LiDAR. Image credit: CnEVPost) Rivian (NASDAQ: RIVN) is considering developing and…

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