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Children swing from BYD megawatt charger cable in Nanning
Video of children swinging from a BYD Megawatt Flash Charger cable in Nanning has raised concerns about misuse and possible mechanical damage. BYD said it would inspect the station and tighten monitoring.
AUTOCRYPT establishes Plug&Charge PKI system in South Korea
AUTOCRYPT has established a public-key infrastructure for Plug&Charge services in South Korea, enabling compatible vehicles and charging operators to use a shared authentication framework. It was validated with vehicles from six global brands.
Germany changes rules for vehicle-to-grid power flows
Germany’s grid agency has adopted rules allowing batteries, including those in electric cars, to draw power from and feed it back to the grid. Industry groups say complex requirements for state support and smart meters could still hinder bidirectional charging.
Ampol to acquire Australian EV charging network Evie for $225 million
Ampol has agreed to buy Evie Networks for $225 million, adding more than 1,030 charging bays across 400 sites to its Australian network. The deal is subject to regulatory approval.
Foton and Ampol to test electric trucks on AmpCharge network
Foton Mobility Distribution and Ampol have signed an MoU to test whether Foton’s electric trucks are compatible with AmpCharge, potentially giving fleet operators access to Ampol’s public charging network and extending vehicle range.
Tasmania funds 50 EV chargers at tourism destinations
Tasmania is funding 50 destination chargers at 24 tourism businesses through a A$250,000 grant programme. The first funding round has awarded grants for installations across the state, with the second round due early next year.
Geely deploys 2,250 kW charging stations in five Chinese cities
Geely has deployed its Smart Charging C12 stations in five Chinese cities, with peak output of 2,250 kW per connector. An AI algorithm predicts battery temperature changes to manage charging power; the company plans 15,000 stations across China by 2027.
T&E calls for EU public charging price transparency rules
T&E recommends changes to the EU’s Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Regulation, including standardised charging-price components and displays, card payments at public chargers, centralised charger data and regular price monitoring.
Vandals cut cables at 28 Tesla Supercharger bays in Victoria
Cables were cut at 28 Tesla Supercharger bays in central Victoria, including sites in Ballarat. Charging networks say cable theft is becoming more frequent and are adding protective measures, cameras and lighting while working with police.
Geely and Nio agree battery-swapping and charging partnership
Geely will take a 30% stake in Nio Power, while Nio will acquire 10% of Geely’s charging subsidiary. The companies will develop shared battery-swapping standards, compatible EVs and interconnected charging resources in China.
Nissan launches Pixo electric city car for UK deliveries in 2027
Nissan has announced the Pixo, a UK-market electric city car based on the Renault Twingo E-Tech. It has a 27.5 kWh LFP battery, a 260 km WLTP range and 11 kW AC vehicle-to-grid capability. Production is planned in Slovenia, with UK deliveries from early 2027.
Exploren to invest $30m in Australia network and add more than 600 fast chargers
Exploren will invest $30 million over two years to expand and upgrade its Australian public charging network, adding more than 600 DC fast chargers. The company also plans to introduce contactless payments and improve existing sites.
New York City fleet depot redevelopment reaches structural completion
New York City has reached structural completion on the $121 million Harper Street DOT facility redevelopment in Queens. The 24-hour fleet site is being rebuilt with 38 EV charging stations, redesigned vehicle flows and flood-resilient features, and is expected to open in 2027.
Workplace EV trial highlights regional charging and education challenges
An employee in Western Australia describes using a Chery E5 for 10,000km of field work, including charging gaps and planning challenges. The account says EVs can work for regional fleets, but staff experience and education are important to wider adoption.
Porsche offers wireless EV charging in Germany and other European markets
Porsche’s wireless charging system for the Cayenne Electric transfers power at up to 11 kW with around 90% efficiency. The system uses vehicle and ground pads, includes motion and foreign-object detection, and is available to order in Germany and other European markets.
AEMC draft rule would support Australian EV charger rollout
The AEMC’s draft rule would let electricity networks recover 70% of eligible costs for the federal programme to install about 14,000 EV chargers. The commission says the temporary change could add around A$1 a year to a typical household bill for five years.
Geely unveils 2.25MW charging system and faster-charging batteries
Geely has unveiled an AI-enabled charging system with a peak 2.25MW output, alongside new 6C and 12C batteries. It plans to deploy more than 100,000 charging guns across China by the end of 2027, including 50,000 Smart Charge units.
Kinetic electrifies Melbourne depot for 60 electric buses
Kinetic has completed upgrades at its Sunshine West depot in Melbourne, increasing charging capacity from 24 to 66 buses and providing infrastructure for up to 82. The site will operate 60 battery-electric buses by year-end, supported by overhead gantries, fast chargers and automated load management.
Tesla deploys pre-assembled 1.2 MW Megacharger station for electric trucks
Tesla has deployed its first pre-assembled Megacharger site, with each V4 cabinet supporting two posts delivering up to 1.2 MW. The installation is intended to speed charging infrastructure deployment as production and deliveries of the electric Semi increase.
Germany begins building 4,200-point electric truck charging network
Germany is beginning construction of a €1 billion motorway charging network for electric trucks. The planned system will install fast chargers at 124 service stations and eventually provide about 4,200 charging points across 350 locations, including overnight charging facilities.
Australia pilots dynamic grid connection for EV fast-charging site
Ampol and Ausgrid have launched Australia’s first dynamic grid connection for an EV charging site in New South Wales. The model cuts connection costs by allowing chargers to use spare capacity and reduce demand during rare network peaks.
NSW commits $16.5m to EV charging for fleets, councils and carparks
New South Wales will provide $16.5 million in grants for kerbside, council and commercial-carpark EV chargers. The scheme includes support for fleet electrification and requires funded sites to use 100% renewable electricity.
BHP slows electric haul-truck rollout as Fortescue defends charging strategy
BHP says current electric haul trucks are unsuitable for mass deployment because of charging downtime, while Fortescue argues charging must be assessed alongside energy costs, infrastructure and productivity. Fortescue is trialling 6MW chargers in Australia’s Pilbara region.
BYD adds Sealion 7 to Australia’s largest V2G trial
BYD is adding its Sealion 7 electric SUV to Amber Electric’s Australian vehicle-to-grid trial, which can include up to 1,000 EVs. Buyers committing to the trial receive a 6% discount, while BYD says more models will follow.
EV charging demand outpaces infrastructure growth, ChargePoint report finds
ChargePoint says charging sessions on its network rose 34% in 2025, versus 16% growth in vehicles, highlighting pressure on fleet infrastructure. Its report covers higher-powered chargers, AI-enabled management, uptime and emerging vehicle-to-grid applications.
How three-phase home charging can maximise solar power for EVs
A technical guide explains how single- and three-phase EV chargers interact with solar inverters and household supplies. It covers load balancing, solar-sensing chargers, portable charging and integrating home batteries to improve solar utilisation.
EV Realty appoints Henrik Holland president to expand fleet charging
EV Realty has appointed Henrik Holland president as it expands its heavy-truck charging business and develops its Powered Properties platform for autonomous and other fleet depots. The company has secured nearly 50MW of grid capacity and plans a new California facility.
Australian EV sales growth puts charging network under pressure
The HERE-SBD EV Index found Australia had 24 battery-electric cars per public charger in 2025. Charging infrastructure is concentrated in New South Wales and Victoria, while Western Australia and Tasmania lag, highlighting the need for further investment as EV adoption rises.
Centurion backs Western Australia electric heavy-freight charging network
Centurion is working with Purpose Energy on a proposed A$137m electric heavy-freight network between Perth and Bunbury, featuring three charging hubs and two battery-swapping stations. Purpose Energy is also exploring trucks and technology with Sany.
Australia expands EV charger and workshop rebates for dealerships and repairers
Australia’s DRIVEN programme will provide dealerships, repairers and mechanics with up to A$3,000 per EV charging plug and 80% of eligible tool costs, capped at A$50,000 per site, until April 2027.
New York and New Jersey ports launch $45m electric truck incentives
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey is launching $45m in incentives for zero-emission drayage trucks, yard tractors and charging equipment. Calstart will administer the programmes, including up to $39m in vehicle and charger vouchers and $5m for five charging hubs.
Queensland halts EV charging funding as regional ownership rises
Queensland’s LNP government has ended funding rounds for its regional EV charging network, while cancelling plans to electrify its fleet and ordering 630 diesel buses. The decision comes as EV ownership grows sharply across regional Queensland.
ChargePoint reports quarterly beat as CEO forecasts continued growth
ChargePoint reported $116.1m in quarterly revenue, beating expectations, while its CEO forecast further growth from new charging products and technology. The company is rolling out faster chargers in Europe and next-generation Level 2 and Level 3 products in the US.
IRU and T&E call for EU dialogue on heavy-duty vehicle decarbonisation
IRU and T&E have urged European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to launch a strategic dialogue on heavy-duty vehicle decarbonisation. Their call comes ahead of reviews of EU charging infrastructure and CO₂ standards rules, amid concerns over costs, grid capacity and zero-emission vehicle uptake.
EV charging accessories reach Australian hardware-store shelves
Portable chargers, wallboxes and adapter leads for electric vehicles are increasingly being sold through Australian hardware retailers, including Bunnings, as manufacturers supply fewer charging accessories with new vehicles.
Guide to using public AC chargers with your own charging lead
Public AC chargers commonly require drivers to supply their own cable. The guide explains Type 2 and three-phase requirements, recommends a 22kW-rated lead of 5–7 metres, and advises Australian buyers to use local distributors.
Study calls for locally planned kerbside EV charging
A UNSW study says kerbside EV chargers should be planned like traffic lights, with councils and residents helping determine locations and quantities. Evidence from Australian deployments highlights approval delays, uneven demand and the need to balance charging access with other kerbside priorities.
Tesla questioned over Australian Supercharger vote outcome
Tesla has been challenged over selecting Jurien Bay for its latest Australian Supercharger vote despite Balladonia receiving the most votes. The Driven reports that a new voting round has begun, with Eucla and Balladonia among the nominated sites.
BYD reaches 10,000 Flash Charging stations in China
BYD has deployed 10,000 Flash Charging stations in China, halfway to its target of 20,000 by the end of 2026. Its 1,500kW network is also being added to selected Sinopec fuel stations under a June agreement.
Kempower data links EV charging-site use to plug density
Kempower’s ChargEye data indicates that charging-site utilisation correlates more strongly with the number of plugs than installed power. Sites using distributed charging achieved 83% higher utilisation than fixed-power sites, according to the company’s white paper based on North American data.
Hyundai selects Kaluza for smart charging and planned V2G services
Hyundai Motor Group has chosen Kaluza as its global technology partner for smart charging and planned vehicle-to-grid services. Integration with Hyundai and Kia apps will begin in the UK, followed by Australia, with OVO initially offering the service.
Modelling highlights V2G’s potential to meet Australia’s storage needs
Updated S-curve modelling argues that bi-directionally charged EVs could provide a major share of Australia’s future grid storage, potentially delivering more storage per public dollar than standalone home batteries or Snowy 2.0.
Canada-Mexico West Coast zero-emission truck corridor planned
Five governments are coordinating a British Columbia-to-Baja California freight corridor with 20 electric-truck charging stations and three hydrogen fuelling stations. The initiative will also align technical standards and infrastructure planning to support zero-emission trucks across borders.
Geely develops 1000V architecture for faster electric-vehicle charging
Geely is developing a 1000V architecture intended to improve on its current 800V systems and deliver charging beyond 10–80% in 5.5 minutes. The group has also built more than 2,100 1,500kW Zeekr-branded chargers to support future vehicles.
Ausgrid tests layered EV charging strategy for operational fleet
Ausgrid is prioritising depot charging, while testing 40kW DC chargers at substations and vehicle-to-vehicle charging for operational resilience. It is also exploring automated home-charging reimbursement using in-vehicle monitoring data.
Ampol expands Australian EV charging network but remains loss-making
Ampol nearly doubled its Australian EV charging bays to 356 and invested A$10m in fast chargers. Its Energy Solutions business posted a A$15.6m first-half operating loss but expects to break even towards the end of 2028.
German renewable reforms could restrict bidirectional EV charging
Germany’s car and electricity industries warn that proposed renewable-energy reforms could limit electricity fed into the grid from EV batteries, undermining the business case for bidirectional charging. The legislation is due to be debated in parliament.
Electric motorcycle lap highlights charging gaps across remote Australia
Ed Darmanin’s electric motorcycle journey from Sydney to Broome exposed charger faults, heat-related slow charging and long infrastructure gaps, while showcasing solar-and-battery charging sites in remote Queensland, the Northern Territory and Western Australia.