News at Glance 2027 Mitsubishi Eclipse Sportback EV is being promoted as “plug and play”, KSN-TV reported. Report lacks technical details such as range, pricing and charging specs, prompting general context on what “plug and play” can mean for EV buyers. Implications focus on simplified ownership — easier charging set-up and dealer support could lower […]
News at Glance GM and Ford are repurposing EV battery assets toward stationary energy storage opportunities. Shift focuses on second-life batteries and facility adjustments to serve grid, commercial and industrial customers. Move aims to monetise existing battery investments while addressing technical, regulatory and recycling challenges. Automakers redirect EV battery capacity toward stationary storage markets General […]
News at Glance 74% stock surge: ChargePoint shares rose sharply after the company reported revenue above expectations. 27% US EV sales decline: Electric vehicle sales in the United States fell materially, weighing on sector sentiment. Investor focus shifts: The market reaction highlighted investor interest in charging infrastructure despite weaker vehicle sales. Revenue surprise shifts focus […]
News at Glance Some automakers are exploring small gasoline engines as onboard range extenders for battery electric vehicles to address gaps in charging infrastructure. Range extenders can reduce reliance on fast public chargers by providing on‑board electricity generation for longer trips. Experts warn of trade-offs including higher tailpipe emissions, regulatory scrutiny and added mechanical complexity. […]
News at Glance Canada, the United States and Mexico are cooperating to develop a West Coast charging network for electric heavy‑duty trucks. Priority is on enabling cross‑border freight operations and reducing emissions from long‑haul trucking along Pacific trade corridors. Key challenges include high‑power charging, grid upgrades and interoperability across jurisdictions. Trilateral push aims to enable […]
News at Glance Clean Air Act waiver remains central to California’s authority to set stricter vehicle emission standards. Federal rollbacks can change national rules but face legal challenges and do not instantly undo state regulations. Industry investment and consumer demand have built momentum that is costly and slow to reverse. Clean Air Act waiver anchors […]
News at Glance Ford’s EV priced at about $30,000 is aimed at mainstream buyers. Vehicle is pursuing a sales milestone that, to date, only Tesla has achieved in the EV market. Success would intensify price competition and test margins, dealer networks and charging infrastructure. Ford targets $30,000 price point to broaden EV adoption Ford has […]
News at Glance GMC released a Carbon Fiber Edition of the 2026 Hummer EV aimed at boosting visibility for the model line. Media coverage framed the launch as a public relations success that emphasizes style and status over technical change. The edition highlights material and aesthetic upgrades rather than major powertrain or range revisions, according […]
News at Glance Electric vehicle sales have surpassed petrol car sales in Australia for the first time. Soaring petrol prices are a major factor driving consumers towards EVs. Rapid uptake is increasing demand for public and home charging infrastructure. Fuel-Price Pressure Drives Rapid Uptake, Straining Charging and Supply Australian motorists are increasingly buying electric vehicles […]
News at Glance Hyundai ranked top in a large-scale EV battery health analysis. Study analysed about 500,000 real-world battery health tests across multiple models. Hyundai edged out Tesla for long-term battery state-of-health in the dataset. Hyundai models show strongest long-term battery state-of-health in 500,000-test analysis A recent large-scale analysis of roughly 500,000 real-world EV battery […]
News at Glance Photos show conventional pickup proportions: InsideEVs published images of Ford Fathom prototypes that appear traditional in shape and stance. Model reported at $30,000: Media coverage referenced the Fathom as a lower-priced Ford EV truck proposition, though Ford has not released official pricing. Design may favour production readiness: Observers suggest familiar architecture could […]
News at Glance RMI highlights policy, grid and commercial barriers as central challenges to scaling EV charging across Nigeria. Coordinated planning for public and fleet charging is necessary to align siting decisions with electricity supply and distribution capacity. Private investment and targeted financing models are identified as critical to build networks and support local service […]
