EU proposes revision to car CO2 standards
The European Commission has proposed revisions to EU car CO2 rules, replacing the 2035 zero‑emission mandate with a 90% target and introducing averaging, credits and fuel allowances, which have increased projected emissions and reduced expected BEV market shares.
EV pullback's impact on Southern US factories and jobs
Automakers and suppliers have reduced EV commitments in the Southern US, have halted projects and recorded impairments, and have shifted production towards hybrids and internal combustion to preserve asset utilisation and limit workforce losses.
Tesla sold $430m in Megapacks to xAI in 2025
Tesla has sold $430m of Megapack backup batteries to xAI, which has represented about 3.4% of its energy revenue, while Tesla's energy division has climbed 27% to $12.8bn.
CATL and NIO sign five-year battery partnership
CATL and NIO have signed a five-year strategic cooperation and have agreed to develop long‑life batteries, have committed to advance battery‑swapping technology and standards, and have arranged to share network resources and pursue joint branding to expand market share.
XC Technology and Photon Automation form ESS partnership
XC Technology and Photon Automation have signed a strategic collaboration to support Photon Energy in offering turnkey energy storage system contract manufacturing, covering design, prototyping, production, precision laser welding and battery process optimisation.
Europe's battery sector and industrial sovereignty
Europe has developed nascent battery production but has remained reliant on Asian imports, particularly Chinese cells and cathodes. Policymakers have delayed substantial financial support and tariffs and have faced decisions on local content rules under the Industry Accelerator Act.
Danfoss Editron eDrive for VTS Fero tracked carriers
Danfoss Power Solutions has supplied its Editron eDrive to VTS Track Solutions, which has developed Fero tracked carriers; the parties have collaborated to adapt software and integrate a dual-motor propulsion system for battery-electric material transport.
Octillion reports single-day EV battery production record
Octillion has reported a single-day output of 3,653 EV battery systems across nine factories, totalling about 114 MWh, and has delivered approximately 20 GWh in 2025 and has forecast higher production in 2026.
China expands hydrogen vehicle deployment in 2025
China added over 10,000 hydrogen vehicles in 2025, supported by targeted subsidies, regional pilots, expanding refuelling infrastructure and state-backed investment to promote commercial and heavy-duty applications.
Syensqo and Axens launch Argylium for solid electrolytes
Syensqo and Axens launched Argylium to industrialise sulfide solid electrolytes in Europe, combining materials development, process scale-up and research partnerships to accelerate all-solid-state battery commercialisation.
China scales automated dark factories for vehicle production
China is progressing towards highly automated dark vehicle factories, leveraging EV platforms, robotics and AI; this may lower production costs, improve quality consistency and alter global manufacturing competitiveness.
Chery Exeed Liefeng to use 1,500 km solid-state battery
Chery plans a 2026 launch of the Exeed Liefeng with in-house Rhino S solid-state battery targeting 1,500 km range; initial fleet rollout precedes potential mass production in 2027.
Honda and Princeton NuEnergy sign MOU on cathode recycling
Honda and Princeton NuEnergy signed an MOU to advance plasma-based cathode-to-cathode recycling, validating rejuvenated NMC materials and exploring commercial-scale, closed-loop production to support electrification strategies.
Harbinger launches standalone battery business
Harbinger has launched Harbinger Industria to offer automotive-grade battery systems standalone; Airstream will integrate the system into its Trade Wind 27FB travel trailer, supporting off-grid power and solar.
Whale Logistics orders 1000 battery-swap trucks from U Power
U Power's U SWAP and Whale Logistics agreed a Thailand partnership in which Whale ordered 1,000 battery-swapping electric trucks; 30 units deliverable in April 2026 to support regional commercial deployment.
ANDRITZ Schuler commissions 1.5 GW battery formation line
ANDRITZ Schuler has commissioned a 1.5 GW automated battery cell formation line for a German premium car manufacturer, featuring Sovema-derived technology, 200 chambers, Track and Trace and high-rate data capture.
Ford negotiates battery supply with BYD
Ford is negotiating with BYD to source batteries for hybrid models; terms, logistics and manufacturing locations remain under discussion as Ford rebalances electric-vehicle and hybrid strategies.
EV components susceptible to vibration-related failure
High-frequency vibrations in electric vehicles can loosen fasteners and damage batteries, motors, bearings, suspension and power electronics; manufacturers should adopt quality materials, installation controls and vibration testing, including certified suppliers.
CATL installs 1,325 battery-swapping stations in one year
CATL installed 1,325 battery‑swapping stations in a year across passenger and commercial networks, expanded into 45 cities, formed strategic partnerships and set targets for nationwide expansion.
Samsung SDI and KGM to develop 46-series EV battery packs
Samsung SDI and KG Mobility will co-develop battery pack technology for 46-series cylindrical cells, targeting KGM electric vehicles and pursuing joint R&D and coordinated global market strategy.
Materia AI secures UK grant for EV battery recycling
UK startup Materia AI received Innovate UK funding to develop ReGenTrace, an AI and blockchain platform to improve EV battery recycling, optimise material recovery and support regulatory traceability.
CATL secures LFP supply from Ningbo Ronbay through 2031
CATL agreed a long-term supply contract with Ningbo Ronbay for about 3.05m tonnes of LFP from Q1 2026 to 2031, valued at over RMB120bn, to secure battery raw materials.
US automakers expand into energy-storage market
US automakers are converting battery capacity to grid and residential energy storage, leveraging factory investments amid uncertain EV sales and rising electricity demand from data centres.
Materia AI awarded UK grant for EV battery circular platform
Materia AI received an Innovate UK grant to develop ReGenTrace AI, cloud-native platform integrating machine learning and blockchain to support a UK EV battery circular economy; MVP deployment end-March.
Dongfeng starts Mohe testing of 350Wh/kg solid-state cells
Dongfeng deployed vehicles with 350Wh/kg solid-state cells to Mohe for -40°C to -30°C testing, assessing low-temperature range, charging, durability and production readiness ahead of 2026 mass-production plans.
Volkswagen Magotan PHEV specs revealed in China
FAW-Volkswagen disclosed Magotan PHEV specs: 240 kW system, 22 kWh battery, 127 km CLTC electric range, 1.5T engine, 4990 mm length. Launch supports 2026 NEV roll-out in China.
Sunwoda clarifies role in Volvo EX30 battery recall
Sunwoda said it did not supply EX30 battery packs; cells were produced by Shandong Geely Sunwoda JV (Sunwoda 30% stake) and packs assembled by Volvo’s supplier amid a 33,777‑vehicle recall.
China targets solid‑state batteries and L3 in 2026 NEV plan
MIIT outlined a 2026 NEV plan prioritising commercialisation of all‑solid‑state batteries, L3 autonomous driving, supply‑chain strengthening and measures to boost vehicle consumption and international industrial cooperation.
Electrolyte enables all-solid-state batteries at 5 MPa
University of Science and Technology of China reports inorganic solid electrolyte enabling stable all-solid-state lithium-battery cycling at 5 MPa, with >2 mS/cm conductivity and reduced material cost.
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.
