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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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  • March 4, 2026
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What Donut Lab’s Latest Solid-State EV Battery Test Actually Reveals

Donut Lab released its second independent solid-state battery test result Monday. The pouch cell was subjected to extreme temperatures as high as 212 degrees Fahrenheit. It appeared to perform well at elevated heat, but one battery scientist said the limited data revealed little about its real-world performance. Finnish startup Donut Lab has released its…

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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…

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  • 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,…

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  • 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:…

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  • 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….

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  • 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…

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  • 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…

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  • 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…

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  • 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…

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