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Certain versions of the Ford Mustang Mach-E, Tesla Model Y and Tesla Model 3 carry lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) batteries. These are meant to be more affordable, longer-lasting batteries that also carry some range and charging tradeoffs. But they also have different charging needs than the more common nickel-manganese-cobalt (NMC) batteries on other EVs. Here’s what you…
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Samsung SDI has signed a memorandum of understanding with Korean automaker KG Mobility (KGM) to jointly develop next‑generation battery pack technologies centered on Samsung SDI’s 46‑series cylindrical cells, the companies announced this week. The agreement, formalised at a ceremony held at KG Tower, commits both firms to collaborative research and market strategy exchanges aimed…
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Changan Thailand plant has shipped its first locally produced Deepal S05 vehicles to Europe, becoming the latest Chinese automaker to do so after BYD. Changan’s Rayong plant commenced operations on May 16, with the first vehicle — a right-hand-drive Deepal S05 — rolling off the production line. (Image credit: Changan) Changan Automobile (SHE: 000625)…
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Chinese power battery manufacturer Eve Energy has begun construction of a new sodium battery business headquarters, intensifying its push into next-generation battery technologies as competition accelerates across China’s energy storage sector. The project, which also incorporates an artificial intelligence and robotics centre, broke ground on Dec. 22 at District D of Eve Energy’s headquarters…
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New strategic direction drives leadership change at Morrow Batteries (Arendal, Norway) After three years leading Morrow Batteries ASA (Morrow), Lars Christian Bacher is stepping down as Chief Executive Officer. Jon Fold von Bülow, one of the company’s founders, assumes the role of acting CEO as Morrow pursues a revised strategic direction. -We have mutually…
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A German startup believes it has the recipe for electric vehicle battery cells that are cheaper, more energy dense, and less problematic for the environment than current lithium-ion cells. But commercialization seems a long way off. Theion announced Thursday in a press release that it is close to completing a 15 million euro (approximately…
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Porsche usually under-promises and over-delivers when it comes to the driving range of its electric vehicles. The Taycan offers impressive real-world range and is among the fastest-charging EVs in the U.S. After issues on early model year Taycan batteries, the latest version packs some clever engineering. If you’re a driving enthusiast and an electric…
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Germany’s TÜV has issued its 2026 report for the available passenger car park in the country. The report highlights rising defect rates in Germany’s car fleet, an aging vehicle population, and the growing role of electric vehicles in safety inspections. The study is based on ~9.5 million inspections performed between July 2024 and June…
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BYD‘s share edged slightly higher than October’s, while Tesla made its return to the top 10 after falling out of the rankings last month. In the January-November period, BYD led China’s NEV market with a 27.4 percent share, while Tesla ranked fifth with a 4.6 percent share. BYD (HKG: 1211) maintained its position as…
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Sweden-based automotive recycling group Autocirc has launched a new platform designed to standardise the safe dismantling and reuse of damaged and end-of-life electric vehicles, as Europe faces a growing wave of retired high-voltage batteries and EV components. The platform, called EV360, introduces a unified process for dismantling, testing and reselling original reusable electric vehicle…
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MIT – Driving American battery innovation forward At MITEI’s Fall Colloquium, General Motors’ battery development expert emphasized how affordability, accessibility, and commercialization can position the US as a leader in battery tech. Advancements in battery innovation are transforming both mobility and energy systems alike, according to Kurt Kelty, vice president of battery, propulsion, and…
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GM-Pilot stations with EVgo now cover more than 130 locations The automaker also has GM Energy projects with ChargePoint and EVgo GM is also part of Ionna, seeking 30,000 fast-chargers by 2030 Automakers beyond just Tesla have been committing to the EV infrastructure buildout; and among them, General Motors remains one of the most…
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