TomTom Expands EV Charger Data Past 2 Million Points
TomTom now covers more than two million EV chargers globally and plans an AI-based range prediction API by year-end, as product lead Drew Meehan reviews the company's two-year EV roadmap.
Sensata OmniNode Integrates High-Voltage Power Distribution
Sensata Technologies has introduced OmniNode, a patent-pending, off-the-shelf platform that consolidates high-voltage switching, protection, sensing, diagnostics, communications and charging for Class 5 and above battery-electric trucks and buses.
Mercedes-Benz VLE 400 4MATIC Opens for Orders
Mercedes-Benz opens orders for the 310 kW VLE 400 4MATIC electric from €66,310 excluding VAT, adds lower-priced VLE 300 entry variants and a fourth equipment package for its electric Grand Limousine.
Horse Powertrain Reveals Waterproof HORSE B20 Hybrid Engine
Horse Powertrain's HORSE B20 is a 2.0-liter turbocharged hybrid engine rated IPX8 waterproof to 1.1 meters, producing up to 248 hp for off-road HEV, PHEV, and REEV applications.
BYD UK Launches 138-Site Approved Repair Network
BYD UK has launched a 138-site Approved Repair network with Vizion Network, giving owners access to BYD-trained technicians, genuine parts, and manufacturer repair methods across the UK.
Second-Generation Dacia Spring Debuts With 155-Mile Range
Dacia's second-generation Spring moves to Renault Group's RG-EV Small platform and Slovenian production, with a 27.5 kWh LFP battery, 155-mile WLTP range, and a sub-£18,000 UK price target.
Rivian Brings RivianOS 2 to All R1 Vehicles
Rivian's 2026.31 update rebuilds the R1 experience on RivianOS 2, putting Gen 1 and Gen 2 R1 vehicles on the same software platform as the R2, with a redesigned interface and new route alerts.
Audi A2 e-tron Lineup Priced From €38,200
Audi has detailed the A2 e-tron lineup unveiled in Paris: four power levels, three battery sizes, up to 646 km WLTP range, German pricing from €38,200, orders opening September 10.
Hoymiles Launches 22 kW Bidirectional V2X DC Charger
Hoymiles has launched a 22 kW bidirectional V2X DC charger that pairs with its HiOne All-in-One BESS, adding vehicle-to-home backup and vehicle-to-grid dispatch to its residential energy ecosystem.
Kia Expands Electric GT Lineup With Three Models
Kia's EV3 GT, EV4 GT and EV5 GT are now on sale in Europe with dual-motor AWD, 288 to 302 hp, an 81.4 kWh battery and up to 334 miles WLTP range. UK pricing is pending.
Polestar Confirms Formula 2030 Concept Car
Polestar has confirmed the Formula 2030 concept car, a Philipp Römers-led design study previewing the next Polestar 2, due in 2027, and the Polestar 7, ahead of a global debut later this year.
Ten-Nine Scales TENIX Cathode Additive Production
Ten-Nine Technologies is scaling production of TENIX, a cathode additive it says extends EV battery life by more than 75% in third-party testing, with 100 tons of capacity and orders open for 2026–27.
AION V Finance Offer: 0% APR, Zero Deposit
AION Auto UK offers the AION V electric SUV on 0% APR PCP from £399 per month with a deposit, or £449 with zero deposit, for September orders; AION UT arrives at £28,950.
Renault Scenic E-Tech Gets 89kWh Battery, 399-Mile Range
Renault upgrades the Scenic E-Tech electric with an 89 kWh NMC battery rated at 399 miles WLTP, a 67 kWh LFP option arriving in autumn 2026, Google Gemini, and revised driver assistance, from €38,750 in France.
Zum Begins SFUSD Electric School Bus Rollout
Zum has started deploying electric school buses for San Francisco Unified School District, with more arriving through fall 2026 and charging infrastructure already complete, the company says.