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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Hyundai Motor has launched a pilot project in South Korea allowing electric vehicle batteries to be used on a subscription basis, marking a shift toward separating vehicle and battery ownership. The initiative, developed in collaboration with Hyundai Capital, is initially focused on taxi fleets and is expected to expand to private consumers later this…
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UL Solutions Launches Large-scale Fire Testing for Battery Energy Storage Systems A new test method helps code officials and fire departments better understand how battery fires behave in real-world battery energy storage installations. New large-scale fire tests show how battery energy storage system (BESS) fires can spread between units and to nearby buildings. Test…
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China’s CATL unveiled its latest lithium iron phosphate battery today. The third-generation Shenxing battery can be charged from 10% to nearly full in less than 7 minutes. The LFP packs can also retain over 90% of their original capacity after 1,000 ultra-fast charging cycles, the company claims. China’s Contemporary Amperex Technology (CATL) just upped…
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As electric vehicles become mainstream, EV charging stations for hotels are no longer a niche amenity—they’re a growing guest expectation. From improving satisfaction and loyalty to future‑proofing infrastructure, the right charging strategy can help hospitality properties stay competitive in an increasingly electrified travel landscape. Why Drivers Need EV Charging at Hotels Although about 80%…
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