Hypercharge launches Hypercorp energy management initiative
Hypercharge has launched Hypercorp Energy Solutions, offering battery energy storage, energy-management software and services to commercial, fleet and multi-family property owners across North America using an asset-light partnership model.
UNIGRID 12V sodium-ion batteries for SLI replacement
UNIGRID introduced 12-volt sodium-ion batteries intended to replace lead-acid SLI units; the company says they offer higher cycle life, improved temperature performance and simpler integration for automotive auxiliary power.
Volvo EX30 battery charge advisory and recall
Volvo has advised owners of certain 2024 EX30 models to limit charging to 70% due to a suspected manufacturing fault; a recall is registered in Australia and remedies are pending.
Svolt introduces 3.5-generation charging technology
Svolt Energy said its 3.5-generation ion oscillation pulse charging method reduces full charging time by 25% without increasing system costs; mass-market deployment is scheduled for Q3 2026.
Arcfox launches 2026 Koala S with 520 km range
Arcfox launched the 2026 Koala S, priced ¥99,800–¥119,800 (US$14,300–17,100), offering a 520-kilometre CLTC range and a 58.8 kWh CATL LFP battery.
24 V solid-state battery module for construction machinery
ProLogium, Kyushu Electric Power and Nakayama revealed a 24 V solid-state battery module for integration into two construction machines, with reported longer run-times and reduced charging times versus lithium-ion systems.
Harbinger targets medium-duty electric truck market
Harbinger sells Class 4-6 electric chassis at claimed price parity by owning component IP and simplifying its supply chain; customers include FedEx and Thor, with reported 2025 sales growth.
Volvo recalls EX30 globally over Sunwoda battery defects
Volvo is implementing a global recall of EX30 vehicles over Sunwoda-supplied battery defects; Geely subsidiary has filed a damages claim while charging is limited to 70% pending remediation.
BYD Denza Z9 GT revised; three-motor output 1,140 hp
Regulatory filing details Denza Z9 GT updates: new single-motor option, increased three-motor output to 1,140 hp, larger plug-in hybrid battery and range; pricing and launch unconfirmed.
Hylic opens liquid-solid state battery plant in Jiangsu
Hylic began operations of a 10 GWh liquid-solid state battery plant in Jiangsu in Q4 2025, a 5 billion yuan investment built in three phases with varied product specifications.
Geely files Galaxy A7 long-range PHEV with 175 km range
Geely has filed a long-range Galaxy A7 plug-in hybrid with a 28.3 kWh battery and 175 km CLTC electric range; pricing and launch date remain unannounced.
BYD Seal 05 PHEV updated with 26.6 kWh battery
Chinese certification shows BYD's revised Seal 05 PHEV with refreshed styling, 26.6 kWh battery (151–155 km electric), extended 2770 mm wheelbase and retained 1.5‑litre hybrid powertrain.
Volkswagen ID. Era 9X full-size EREV crossover specs
Chinese filings reveal Volkswagen’s ID. Era 9X EREV crossover: 5.207‑metre length, 65.2 kWh NMC battery (up to 340 km), rear‑ and all‑wheel‑drive options; market entry expected in 2026.
Donut Lab to supply SSBs for Verge Motorcycles
Donut Lab says its all‑solid‑state batteries will be used by Verge Motorcycles and other partners, claiming high energy density, wide temperature tolerance and lower cost; independent verification remains pending.
Zeekr 8X plug-in hybrid: 275 hp, 70 kWh battery
The Zeekr 8X plug-in hybrid features a 205 kW 2.0T engine paired with 55.1–70 kWh batteries (WLTC ranges 256–328 km); 5/6-seat SUV due in first half of 2026.
EcoPro begins commercial production at Hungarian plant
South Korea’s EcoPro has begun commercial cathode production at a Debrecen plant with 54,000‑tonne capacity, lithium hydroxide and industrial gas facilities; the company targets European markets and plans expansion.
BYD launches 2026 Qin Plus and Qin L PHEVs in China
BYD introduced 2026 Qin Plus and Qin L plug-in hybrids in China, offering up to 210 km EV range with a 25.28 kWh LFP battery and prices from 79,800 yuan.
Xpeng updates G6 and G9 with up to 2,250 TOPS ADAS
Xpeng released 2026 G6 and G9 models in China with optional Ultra SE and Ultra ADAS packages offering 1,500–2,250 TOPS, VLA support and AIOS 6.0 cockpit features.
Tailan raises US$57m to scale solid-state production
Tailan New Energy raised US$57m in a B+ round to fund its first mass-production line, expand automotive solid-state battery R&D, and recruit technical staff; Changan is a strategic investor.
Cabot signs multi-year supply deal with VW PowerCo
Cabot signed a multi-year agreement to supply conductive carbons and dispersions to PowerCo, supporting lithium‑ion EV battery production and to bolster Cabot's battery materials growth.
NEO receives first order for silicon-enhanced battery cells
Canada-based NEO received its first commercial purchase orders for silicon-enhanced lithium-ion cells from an unnamed Asian automotive OEM, with production underway at its Gimje, South Korea, facility.
SAFELOOP develops recycled-content Li-ion EV battery
SAFELOOP, a Horizon Europe-funded consortium, will develop recycled-content lithium-ion cells for e-buses, targeting improved safety, 15% longer lifetime and enhanced recyclability to support EU supply-chain resilience.
ProLogium and FEV unveil solid-state EV battery module
ProLogium and FEV unveiled a solid-state EV battery module at CES 2026, reporting high energy density, fast-charge metrics and plans to publicise manufacturing and a Dunkirk gigafactory.
Volt Carbon obtains second US patent and battery test data
Volt Carbon secured a second US patent for aerodynamic air classification and disclosed lithium-metal battery test results, including cycle life, high-rate discharge and improved low-temperature performance.
Umicore and HS Hyosung JV to industrialise silicon anodes
Umicore and HS Hyosung established Extra Mile Materials to scale silicon–carbon anode production to industrial demonstration by 2026; Umicore holds a 20% stake and transfers relevant staff.
FIREBULL AB fluorine-free firefighting concentrate
FIREBULL AB is a PFAS-free firefighting concentrate validated to UL NFPA 18, EN 1568 and NTA 8133; designed for equipment compatibility, CAFS integration and PFAS replacement programmes.
Nio reaches one million vehicles, targets 40–50% growth
Nio announced its one millionth vehicle, 2025 deliveries of 326,028 (+46.9%), aims 40–50% annual sales growth and to expand charging and battery-swap network to over 10,000 units by 2030.
CATL to deploy sodium‑ion EV batteries at scale in 2026
CATL will deploy sodium‑ion batteries commercially across EVs, battery‑swap systems and energy storage in 2026, following production ramp and compliance with national standards.
Hongqi Tiangong 06 begins all-solid-state battery testing
Hongqi has fitted its first independently developed all-solid-state battery pack into a Tiangong 06 prototype, initiating vehicle-level testing ahead of planned limited deployment in 2027; technical metrics remain undisclosed.
Nexeon commissions silicon-carbon plant in South Korea
Nexeon has commissioned a silicon-carbon plant in Gunsan, South Korea, supplying battery materials with pipeline monosilane access, proximity to Asian cell manufacturers, scalable reactor capacity and entering automotive production qualification.
China reaches parity with South Korea in technology
South Korea's president said China has advanced to parity or beyond in technology and capital, prompting emphasis on more balanced industrial and automotive cooperation amid intensifying competition.
LoRaWAN reaches 125 million connected devices
LoRaWAN adoption surpassed 125 million devices, driven by operator network scale, standards recognition and an expanding ecosystem, supporting long‑range, low‑power IoT deployments across utilities, cities and industry.
CATL to commercialise sodium-ion batteries in 2026
CATL plans commercial rollout of sodium‑ion batteries in 2026, positioning them alongside lithium‑ion systems to reduce material exposure and offer lower‑cost energy storage for vehicles and stationary applications.
China pilots NEV power battery carbon reporting
MIIT will pilot carbon-footprint reporting for NEV power batteries from 2026, expanding to all models in 2027, establishing lifecycle-based measurement, verification and a secure data platform to standardise reporting.
Beijing approves solid-state electrolyte pilot project
Beijing approved a pilot and validation centre for solid-state electrolyte materials led by Guolian, with CATL, SAIC and other automakers collaborating to advance research and supply‑chain capabilities.
BYD Sealion 06 EV: battery, range and specs revealed
BYD’s Sealion 06 gains 75.6 kWh and 82.7 kWh LFP batteries with CLTC ranges of 620 km and 710 km; motor power rises to 270 kW; November sales 35,081.
BYD Yangwang U7 to offer 150.01 kWh Blade battery
BYD will offer Yangwang U7 BEV with 150.01 kWh and 135.5 kWh Blade batteries, CLTC ranges up to 1,006 km and retained quad-motor 960 kW powertrain.
EVE Energy and Green Whale form marine battery partnership
EVE Energy and Green Whale Technology signed a partnership to supply and service lithium marine battery energy storage systems, expanding market presence and targeting a product launch in 2026.
CATL and SAIC partner on commercial battery-swapping system
CATL and SAIC formed a strategic partnership to develop an integrated vehicle, battery, station and cloud battery-swapping ecosystem, pursue joint R&D, pilot three-minute swaps and expand networks globally.
FAW-Toyota launches bZ3 Smart Home Edition in China
FAW-Toyota launched the bZ3 Smart Home Edition in China with lidar and Momenta 5.0 ADAS. Two trims start at ¥109,800 and ¥129,800, offering 517 km and 616 km CLTC ranges.
China urges more recycled materials in auto manufacturing
Plan seeks expanded recycled-material supply, standards and adoption across vehicle production, batteries and recycling chains to improve material recovery and reduce reliance on primary raw inputs.
China issues first national solid-state battery standard
China published its first national standard for solid-state electric-vehicle batteries for public consultation, defining terminology, classifications and a stricter 0.5% verification threshold to support industrialisation and supply-chain alignment.
China battery recycling market reaches USD78bn
China's battery recycling market was valued at USD78bn in 2024; recycled materials sales could reach USD278bn by 2030 amid policy tightening and industry consolidation.
Xpeng G7 EREV to launch in Q1 2026 with 1,704 km range
Xpeng will launch the G7 EREV in Q1 2026, featuring 430 km CLTC electric range, 1,704 km combined range, a 55.8 kWh battery and 800V platform.
Schaeffler to present powertrain innovations at CES 2026
Schaeffler will exhibit software‑defined vehicle architectures, magnet‑free powertrain components, modular EV power electronics, DC/DC converters and integrated battery and drive modules at CES 2026.
BYD Dolphin to launch in South Korea at US$14,000 in H1 2026
BYD will introduce the Dolphin in South Korea in H1 2026 at about US$14,000, subject to final launch timing and subsidy policy; model offers two battery ranges and fast charging.
Honda to Acquire Full Ownership of Ohio EV Battery Plant
Honda will acquire factory buildings and assets from LG Energy Solution for about $2.9bn; the joint venture will lease and operate the facility, with closing expected by February 2026.
