Ford Energy Signs 20 GWh EDF Battery Storage Deal
Ford Energy and EDF power solutions North America signed a five-year framework agreement for up to 20 GWh of DC Block battery energy storage systems, with deliveries beginning in 2028.
Vertically Integrated EV Charging Manufacturer FLO’s Auburn Hills Assets Head to Auction
CA Global Partners and BidItUp will run a timed online auction of late-model manufacturing, engineering, and electrical testing assets from FLO EV Charging Operations' Auburn Hills, Michigan site, closing May 28.
InstaVolt Secures £250m to Expand UK Rapid Charging
InstaVolt has secured a £250 million debt facility — about $332.5 million — backed by a nine-lender consortium to accelerate its UK rapid EV charging rollout, with 3,700 chargers live or in construction.
BMW Extends Neue Klasse Bidirectional Charging to Home Energy With SOLARWATT
BMW and SOLARWATT are extending their partnership to integrate Neue Klasse electric vehicles into the home energy ecosystem through the SOLARWATT Manager HEMS, with a Vehicle-to-Home launch planned for late 2026.
Ford Plots European EV Comeback With Five New Models
Ford will launch five new "multi-energy" passenger vehicles in Europe by end of 2029, including an electric hatchback and small electric SUV, alongside the all-electric Transit City van and a regulatory push for PHEV-friendly EU rules.
Scania Wins 91 Battery-Electric Bus Order from VR Sweden
Scania has secured an order for 91 battery-electric Fencer f1 buses from VR Sweden, billed as one of the largest electric bus deals in Sweden to date, with service beginning June 2027.
BMW Launches 20% IONNA Charging Discount for EV Drivers
BMW of North America has launched a preferred pricing program offering BMW and MINI drivers 20% off IONNA charging sessions through September 30, 2026, applied automatically via Plug & Charge or the My BMW App.
Volkswagen ID. Polo GTI Debuts as First All-Electric GTI
Volkswagen unveils the ID. Polo GTI, the first all-electric GTI, with 166 kW (226 PS), a 6.8-second 0–100 km/h time, 424 km WLTP range, and a sub-€39,000 starting price in Germany.
Roam Deploys 112 EV Chargers Across Hand Picked Hotels
Roam Charging will install 112 EV charge points across 20 Hand Picked Hotels properties in the UK and Channel Islands, covering design, deployment, and ongoing maintenance under a destination-charging deal.
Li Auto Launches All-New L9 Flagship EREV SUV
Li Auto launched the all-new Li L9 flagship SUV in China with two trims, a third-generation EREV powertrain, an 800V active suspension chassis, and a Q3 2026 international rollout.
Volkswagen Named Which? Electric Car Brand of the Year 2026
Volkswagen has been named Electric Car Brand of the Year at the 2026 Which? Awards, with judges citing reliability, innovation, safety, and the highest average test score among shortlisted brands.
VinFast Signs MOUs With 29 Global Aftersales Partners
VinFast signed MOUs with 29 international aftersales partners at its 2026 Global Business Conference, advancing a plan to expand its global EV service network to more than 1,100 workshops this year.
Loop Global Powers Boston’s Largest Multifamily EV Charging Project
Loop Global has completed a 64-port Level 2 charging installation at a 247-unit Hyde Park development, the largest multifamily EV charging project in Boston according to Ohm Analytics.
Honda Plans 15 Next-Generation Hybrid Models By 2030
Honda will launch 15 next-generation hybrid models globally by March 2030, revealing the Honda Hybrid Sedan Prototype and Acura Hybrid SUV Prototype at a Tokyo business briefing. Production expands across Ohio plants.
Honda Cuts EV Spend, Pivots to Hybrids for FY2029 Profit Target
Honda will cap EV-related investment at 0.8 trillion yen over three years and launch 15 next-generation hybrid models globally by FY2030, while indefinitely suspending its Canada EV value chain project.