On September 5, global mining giant Fortescue announced it has cancelled plans for a USD 210 million EV battery factory in Detroit, citing “current policy settings and market conditions” in the U.S., including elimination of “critical tax credits”.
Fortescue Zero, the Australian mining company’s green energy investme

On September 10, BASF introduced its new GLYSANTIN ELECTRIFIED low electrical conductivity coolants (LECCs) to enhance the safety and stability of battery systems in electric vehicles. LECCs maintain low and stable currents when exposed to high-voltage components, minimizing fluid decomposition and hydrogen generatio

South Korea’s L&F Co., Ltd. has established a new subsidiary, L&F Plus, which specializes in the production and sales of lithium ferro-phosphate (LFP) cathode materials. The company will be 100% owned by L&F. The subsidiary will build an LFP cathode material plant in Daegu Metropolitan City, investing KRW 338.2 billi

Several South Korean media sources reported that that LG Energy Solution Ltd., an electric vehicle (EV) battery manufacturing subsidiary of LG Chem Ltd., announced that it had developed a technology to significantly shorten the time required to charge lithium metal batteries for electric vehicles (EVs). This technolo

On September 8, Volkswagen Group and PowerCo unveiled the series version of the new Unified Cell, debuting in the Electric Urban Car Family from Volkswagen, ŠKODA, and CUPRA brands. The production will start this year in Salzgitter (Germany), then expand to Valencia (Spain) and St. Thomas (Canada).
With materials suc

On September 8, ProLogium Technology and Rimac Technology signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the IAA Mobility Show. The platform integrates ProLogium’s “Superfluidized all-inorganic solid-state lithium ceramic battery”. Rimac Technology will bring its expertise in designing scalable, high-performance batte

On September 9, XING Mobility presented its latest IMMERSIO Cell-to-Pack (CTP) battery system at IAA Mobility 2025. It delivers unmatched thermal stability and exceptional energy density. The IMMERSIO CTP system featured in Project V is already in volume production at XING’s Paradigm Factory in Taiwan. 
IAA 2025 also

On September 8, the Ministry of Industry and Tourism, Spain, awarded Inobat a EUR 54 million grant and a EUR 456,000 loan to implement a battery gigafactory in Valladolid, through the third call for proposals for the Electric and Connected Vehicle PERTE (Perte), in its battery section.
Inobat's project to develop the

ElringKlinger AG (ElringKlinger) is presenting its products for the next generation of electromobility at IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich, Germany, including cell contacting systems, battery components, sealing materials, and lightweight plastics.
The company’s cell contacting systems are essential for battery electric d

On September 7, U.S. President Trump told international companies they are welcome only if they respect the United States’ immigration rules, after hundreds of South Korean workers were arrested on September 5 at Hyundai’s manufacturing site and battery plant under construction with LG Energy Solution near Savannah,

On September 7 at the IAA Mobility show, Scout Motors CEO Scott Keogh told reporters that PowerCo would be awarded the battery contract for the new Terra pickup and Traveler SUV, which he said are on track to begin production at a new plant under construction in Blythewood, South Carolina, in late 2027.
While saying

On September 4, SK On announced it is entering the U.S. battery energy storage system (BESS) market with lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries. SK On, part of the SK Group, secured a BESS supply contract with Flatiron Energy Development, a U.S. utility-scale energy storage developer, owner and operator.
Under the ag

On September 2, Carrar announced three transformative OEM agreements, a major production scale-up, and plans for a Series A+ funding round. The new contracts, secured with tier-1 and OEM manufacturers in the EV, marine, and energy storage sectors, provide immediate market validation and establish a multi-year revenue

On September 4, multiple sources reported that Taiwanese company Aleees is planning to establish a lithium iron phosphate (LFP) cathode production plant in Morocco. The company will invest EUR 250 million for its first project outside Asia. It will strengthen the local value chain for electric vehicle (EV) battery pr

On September 8, QuantumScape Corporation and PowerCo SE, the battery company of the Volkswagen Group, premiered the world's first live demonstration of QS solid-state lithium-metal batteries powering an electric vehicle. It was showcased in a Ducati motorcycle equipped with QSE-5 battery cells, produced using the QS

On August 29, CzechInvest, the Investment and Business Development Agency of the Czech Republic, announced that Taiwanese company C-TECH United Corporation is opening its first European representative office in Prague. It intends to commence production in Czechia next year and is also considering the construction of

On September 8, Rimac Technology unveiled its latest advanced battery and powertrain technologies at IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich, Germany. The showcase includes next-generation solid-state solutions and updates to its existing batteries and e-Axles, its role as a leading tier-1 supplier.
The company showcased three t

On September 7, CATL unveiled Shenxing Pro, the world’s first lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery at IAA Mobility 2025. The battery delivers high voltage, consistent power, and ensures safety with no fire or smoke after thermal runaway. Shenxing is built as an ideal solution for Europe’s growing electric vehicle (EV

Webasto SE (Webasto) has expanded its production plant in Dangjin, South Korea, with the launch of its fourth generation battery system, featuring advanced Anti-Propagation Thermal Management Battery Pack Design.
The system is engineered to prevent thermal runaway, enhancing EV safety and reliability. It also reinfor

South Korea’s Duksan Electera Co., Ltd. began full-scale electrolyte supply to an electric vehicle (EV) battery manufacturer in North America in the latter half of 2025. The company will supply approximately 2,000 tons of electrolytes annually, and the final products will be installed on EVs for the North American ma