Chery Tiggo 4 CSH Hybrid SUV Launches in UK
Chery launches the Tiggo 4 CSH in the UK as its first full-hybrid SUV, priced from £19,995 with a fifth-generation Super Hybrid powertrain producing 204 PS.
Continental Supplies EcoContact 7 Tires for Smart #5
Continental's EcoContact 7 is the factory tire for the smart #5 EV, featuring aerodimple sidewall technology, low rolling resistance materials, and urban noise reduction tuning.
Renault Targets Two Million Sales With Electrification Push
Renault's futuREady plan targets two million vehicle sales by 2030, anchored by a new 800V electric platform, extended hybrid commitment, and expansion across five international hubs.
EV Manufacturing Confidence Grows as Costs Decline
A global survey of 473 automotive decision-makers shows EV manufacturing is getting easier and cheaper, with most producers expecting higher output in 2026.
Evolt Charging Selects AMPECO for UK Platform Upgrade
Evolt Charging partners with AMPECO to launch e.Connect+, upgrading its UK charging management platform with AI capabilities and hardware-agnostic tools across 10,000+ charge points.
Valeo, ZEborne Launch Autocharge for Private EV Charging
Valeo and ZEborne integrate badge-free Autocharge into Ineez Pro Smart chargers for French workplace fleets and apartment buildings, aligning private charging with EU Plug & Charge standards.
Xos Launches Vehicle-to-Grid for Commercial EVs
Xos launches V2G production in April 2026 on a major school bus platform, enabling commercial EV fleets to return energy to the grid and generate revenue.
Ford Pro Partners With ChargePoint for European Fleet Charging
Ford Pro partners with ChargePoint to launch a new commercial EV fleet charging model in Germany and the UK, with European expansion planned through 2026.
RoboSense to Supply LiDAR for WeRide Robotaxis
RoboSense is supplying 2,000 digital LiDAR units for WeRide’s GXR robotaxi fleet. This global deployment aims to enhance autonomous sensing capabilities and support the commercial scaling of robotaxi services worldwide.
2027 Chevrolet Bolt Targets Affordability With Shared Components
The 2027 Chevrolet Bolt starts at $28,995 with shared GM components, LFP battery chemistry, and 15 additional miles of range, making it America's most affordable EV.
Donut Lab Solid-State Battery Passes Charge Retention Test
Donut Lab's third independent test confirms its solid-state battery retains charge over 10 days, ruling out supercapacitor behavior and advancing production-readiness validation.
Nissan LEAF Wins 2026 WWCOTY Supreme Winner Award
The 2026 WWCOTY Supreme Winner award goes to the third-generation Nissan LEAF, recognized by 86 international women automotive journalists for its electric performance, design, and real-world usability.
Lotus Eletre X Hybrid Targets 1,200 km Combined Range
Lotus has introduced the X Hybrid platform, targeting 952 PS, 350 km of pure electric range, and over 1,200 km combined range for the upcoming Eletre X, launching in Europe in June 2026.
SK Battery Cuts 37% of Georgia Workforce
SK Battery America cut nearly 1,000 jobs at its Georgia plant after Ford canceled the F-150 Lightning. What this means for the domestic EV supply chain — and what comes next.
EXEDY Corporation Acquires Protean Electric In-Wheel Motor Company
EXEDY Corporation has acquired Protean Electric, a developer of in-wheel motor technology for EVs, from BEDEO Group. The deal aims to bring ProteanDrive to industrial-scale production for OEM customers.