Welion reports 824 Wh/kg solid-state battery result
Welion reported laboratory solid‑state cells at 824 Wh/kg, targeting over 1,000 Wh/kg; commercialisation faces cost and raw‑material challenges, with scaled production and an IPO planned.
Hongqi HS6 PHEV SUV launched with 1,650 km range
FAW's Hongqi launched the HS6 PHEV SUV, priced ¥178,800–¥228,800, featuring a 1.5T plug-in hybrid, up to 248 km electric range and 1,650 km combined range.
Nissan begins production of next-generation LEAF in UK
Nissan has started production of the next-generation LEAF in Sunderland after a £450m plant investment, supporting regional jobs and aligning with UK government EV programmes and supply‑chain initiatives.
Keto Motors to invest ₹300 crore in Telangana bus plant
Keto Motors will invest ₹300 crore to establish a 9‑metre electric bus plant in Jadcherla, Telangana, creating over 2,000 jobs and leveraging government facilitation for approvals.
EU to soften 2035 ban on new combustion-engine cars
The EU is expected to ease its 2035 ban on new petrol and diesel cars, citing industry concerns; analysts question long-term competitiveness benefits.
Shift to 800V Architectures in Electric Vehicles
Vehicle manufacturers are adopting 800V EV platforms for faster charging, improved efficiency and reduced wiring; adoption requires power electronics and charger solutions for compatibility with 400V infrastructure.
Ford records $19.5bn charge and refocuses from EVs
Ford will record a $19.5bn writedown as it reallocates capital from some EV programmes to ICE, hybrid and commercial vehicle growth, dissolving its SK On battery joint venture.
Ford shifts F-150 Lightning to generator-backed EREV
Ford will cease current F-150 Lightning BEV production and introduce an EREV variant with an on-board generator, citing extended range and continued V2G/V2L functionality; technical details pending.
Ford to take $19.5bn charges amid EV strategy shift
Ford will record $19.5bn in special charges for a restructuring and EV investment pullback, with most charges in Q4 and adjusted EBIT guidance raised to about $7bn in 2025.
Turntide and Electrified Motors launch validated drive kits
Turntide and Electrified Motors offer pre-validated motor–inverter packages for 3–44 kW industrial EVs, aiming to reduce integration costs and accelerate OEM electrification programmes.
Beam Global deploys BeamPatrol EV motorcycle charging system
Beam Global deployed a BeamPatrol off-grid charging unit at Miami's Dolphin Mall to power Sweetwater Police Department Ryvid e-motorcycles, providing transportable, solar-enabled charging without a utility connection.
Comau invests in Intecells for electrode production
Comau acquired a stake in Intecells to commercialise cold‑plasma electrode production, aiming to halve energy use and investment costs while integrating solvent‑free processes into existing cell manufacturing lines.
Xpeng to open right-hand drive assembly in Malaysia
Xpeng and EPMB will establish Malaysia assembly for G6 and X9 from 2026 to serve right-hand-drive ASEAN markets, leveraging local incentives and distributor Bermaz’s existing stake.
Jandakot depot to receive EV charging infrastructure
Western Australia awarded a A$9.6m contract to install EV charging at Jandakot depot to support up to 90 buses; operations are due by end‑2026 amid diesel phase‑out.
Chinese lithium battery material suppliers raise prices
Chinese lithium battery-material suppliers announced price increases up to 15% citing rising raw-material costs and stronger demand, potentially raising electric vehicle costs and affecting battery supply chains in 2026.
BYD patents variable-flux permanent-magnet motor designs
BYD published patents for variable-flux permanent-magnet synchronous motor designs intended to adjust rotor flux, aiming to improve efficiency and torque across operating speeds for electric vehicles.
Johnson Matthey opens Gothenburg hydrogen engine test centre
Johnson Matthey has opened a Gothenburg centre to test hydrogen internal combustion engines for heavy-duty vehicles, expanding test capabilities and supporting decarbonisation options for fleet operators.
FORVIA and H2 Energy to scale MEGC manufacturing
FORVIA and H2 Energy will jointly manufacture certified MEGC units to expand compressed hydrogen logistics, supporting refuelling and heavy‑duty mobility across Europe by end‑2025.
India EV battery demand to reach 256.3 GWh by 2032
Report projects India’s annual EV battery demand rising from about 17.7 GWh in 2025 to 256.3 GWh by 2032, driven by policy support, technology and market expansion.
ChargePoint hardware supports Plug & Charge standard
ChargePoint has enabled Plug & Charge (ISO 15118-20) across its hardware, automating EV authentication and billing while noting technical, commercial and regulatory hurdles to wider adoption.
Hioki RM3546 meter for nanohm resistance measurement
Hioki introduced the RM3546 resistance meter for nanohm-class measurements, offering 1-nanohm resolution, voltage protection and multiplexer support to enhance battery pack welding quality control and inline inspection.
JET Charge installs 59 EV chargers at IKEA sites
JET Charge installed 59 EV chargers at seven IKEA Australia sites, with smart load management and Chargefox billing; over 100 vehicles charge, supporting IKEA's 90% zero-emission delivery target by end-2025.
DP World installs Kempower MCS chargers at London Gateway
DP World has commissioned 12 Kempower Megawatt Charging System dispensers totalling 7.2MW at London Gateway to charge Kalmar electric straddle carriers, raising site capacity to 11.2MW.
China batteries: 179.4 GWh sales in November 2025
China's battery shipments rose to 179.4 GWh in November 2025, driven by 134.0 GWh of power batteries and year‑on‑year growth; exports and installations also increased.
Nio ET5 Deep Space Purple limited editions debut
Nio will debut Deep Space Purple ET5 and ET5 Touring limited editions on 16 December, offering cosmetic exterior upgrades while retaining existing platform, powertrain specifications and software suite.
JMC-Ford starts production of electric Ford Bronco
JMC-Ford began mass production of the electric Ford Bronco at its Fushan plant, offering BEV and EREV variants from 229,800 yuan after a 300 million yuan line upgrade.
VisIC raises $26m Series B with Hyundai and Kia
VisIC closed a $26m Series B led by a semiconductor investor, with Hyundai and Kia as strategic partners to scale GaN power modules for automotive and data centre applications.
UK light commercial vehicle sales and BEV uptake
SMMT data show November UK LCV BEV registrations rose 25.3% to 2,909 units, 12.3% monthly share; year-to-date BEV LCV share remains 9.4%, below 2025 government target.
India launches hydrogen fuel-cell vehicle pilot with Toyota
India and Toyota Kirloskar Motor launched a two-year NISE pilot programme testing the Mirai FCEV to evaluate performance across conditions and inform hydrogen mobility policy and infrastructure.
Rivian unveils autonomy hardware, AI models
Rivian unveiled in-house chips, lidar-enabled autonomy computers and AI models, and announced an Autonomy+ subscription priced at $2,500 or $49.99 monthly, targeting early 2026 availability.
Kenworth launches medium-duty battery-electric truck range
Kenworth has introduced medium-duty battery-electric models T280E, T380E and T480E for Class 6–8 applications; production starts 2026 and orders are open in the US and Canada.
In-cab panic button for fleet safety
In-cab panic buttons provide immediate alerts, activate vehicle cameras and GPS, and give fleet managers live evidence to support rapid response, reducing exposure to theft, fraud and operational risk.
UNIGRID launches 12V sodium-ion starter batteries
UNIGRID introduced 12V sodium-ion starter batteries offering lighter weight, higher cycle life, improved cold-cranking and drop-in form factors for OEMs and distributors.
Concentric’s PowerHIVE reaches 250,000 battery swaps
Concentric’s PowerHIVE completed 250,000 two‑minute forklift battery swaps, offering standardised batteries, centralised charging and claimed throughput, space and energy efficiencies for facilities transitioning to lithium‑ion power.
Nuvola SafeCoat separator prevents thermal runaway in tests
Nuvola reported its SafeCoat separator prevented thermal runaway during nail penetration tests and remains stable above 220°C; it is compatible with existing production lines and may reduce pack insulation needs.
EVgo expands Autocharge+ deployment
EVgo has promoted its Autocharge+ seamless charging system, reporting five million sessions, 300,000 enrolled customers and nearly 30% of sessions initiated via Autocharge+; it continues to support Plug and Charge.
BYD expands 240 kW motor to mid-range EVs
BYD will fit its 240 kW TZ200XYAT motor across several mid-range models, enabling 800V architecture and megawatt charging; targeted price range is 100,000–150,000 yuan.
Nissan N7 produced 50,000 units in China
Dongfeng-Nissan produced the 50,000th N7 electric sedan in Guangzhou after 227 days; China-made N7s are scheduled for exports to Southeast Asia and the Middle East in 2026.
GAC to enter Japanese EV market with Aion UT and V
State-owned GAC will enter Japan's EV market in 2026, selling Aion UT and V via M Mobility Japan to corporate clients, targeting 200 units in 2026 and 2,000 in 2027.
Wuling Xingguang 560 SUV launched with multiple drivetrains
SGMW introduced the Wuling Xingguang 560 in petrol, PHEV and EV variants, priced RMB59,800-98,800, offering five- and seven-seat configurations and multiple trim and range options.
Vingroup to invest $3bn in Telangana multi-sector ecosystem
Vingroup will commit up to $3bn to develop a multi‑sector ecosystem in Telangana, covering electric mobility, smart urban development, renewable energy, healthcare, education and tourism.
Allye Energy secures order for five MAX500 systems
Allye Energy has secured an order for five MAX500 mobile battery systems to provide on-site DC fast charging for electric construction vehicles where grid constraints limit fixed infrastructure.
bp pulse opens DC fast-charging sites in four US states
bp pulse expanded its US DC fast-charging network with new sites in Arizona, Texas, Florida and Ohio, offering CCS and NACS connectors, up to 400 kW and traveller amenities.
