Kia India launches Battery-as-a-Service finance program for Carens Clavis EV On May 13, Kia India launched a Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) finance program for the Carens Clavis EV. Under the dual-loan structure, separate loan accounts are created for the vehicle chassis and battery, with EMI starting at INR 51,520 and a battery repayment plan of INR 3.3 per kilometre. The Standard pack (ex-showroom INR 1.8 million) offers a chassis price of INR 1....

News  Updated at: 2026/05/13

Henkel, Germany, launches gap filler and adhesive to improve EV battery thermal management On May 12, Henkel launched two new thermal interface materials for electric vehicle batteries: Bergquist TGF 2030APS, a silicone-free two-component thermal gap filler, and Loctite TLB 9270APS, a polyurethane-based two-component thermally conductive adhesive.  With a thermal conductivity of 1.7 W/m · K, Bergquist TGF 2030APS enables efficient heat dissipat...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/13

Ola Electric, India receives ICAT certification for 4680 Bharat Cell-Powered S1 X+ 5.2 kWh electric scooter On May 8, 2026, Ola Electric announced that its S1 X+ (5.2 kWh) electric scooter, powered by its indigenously developed 4680 Bharat Cell battery pack, has received government certification under the Central Motor Vehicle Rules (CMVR), 1989, from the International Centre for Automotive Technology (ICAT), Manesar. The certification followed c...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/08

eelbase of 2,775mm. The AION N60 adopts a front-wheel-drive layout. It is equipped with an AC permanent magnet synchronous motor, delivering a maximum power of 165kW and a peak torque of 205Nm, achieving 0-100km/h acceleration in 7.9/8.5s. Depending on the variant, it carries a 45.58/57.43/69.75kWh battery pack, offering a CLTC range of 410/510/610km. The CLTC power consumption per 100km is 11.5/11.7/11.8kWh. Charging from SoC 30%-80% takes 23 mi...

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a total annual production capacity of 1 million units, and to be built out in two phases of 500 thousand units each. Its phase-I is scheduled to commence operations in Q3 FY 2027 (ending December). The factory is designed to house end-to-end scooter manufacturing operations under one roof, covering battery pack assembly, scooter assembly, transmission assembly, painting, electronics assembly, and CED coating. The factory 3.0 is being set up speci...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/05

Proterra opens U.S. cell supply option for Onyx battery platform On May 4, Proterra announced that its Onyx battery platform will be available with a U.S. cell option, with shipments beginning in Q1 2027. The announcement reflects Proterra’s strategic focus and investments to localize and de-risk battery materials and components for its heavy-duty transportation and industrial equipment manufacturer customers. The initiative builds on the compa...

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SEAT Martorell plant starts battery production for Cupra Raval and VW ID. Polo EVs On May 4, SEAT & Cupra announced that its battery assembly plant in Martorell, Spain, called Workshop 20, supports the VW Group’s MEB platform. It builds batteries for Cupra Raval and VW ID. Polo. Each battery has 468 parts. The cells act like the heart, the aluminium case is like the skeleton, the EBOX works as the brain, and the outer covers act like skin. The ...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/04

t moves seamlessly across the vehicles’ surfaces. LEPAS also announced that the L6 will be introduced after the arrival of the LEPAS L8, which will arrive in the UK in late 2026. The LEPAS L6 made its European debut during Milan Design Week with a choice of two powertrains: Super Hybrid (PHEV)and battery electric (EV). The LEPAS Super Hybrid combines a 1.5-litre turbocharged engine with an electric motor and battery pack. It has a total range o...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/29

Stellantis launches new Leapmotor B05 C-segment electric hatchback in Europe On April 23, Stellantis announced the European launch of the Leapmotor B05, a new C-segment electric hatchback and the brand’s first sporty electric model in the region. The B05 is powered by a rear-wheel-drive electric system delivering 218 hp and 240 Nm of torque, accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds. Two battery options are available: a 56.2 kWh pack offer...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/24

6 units, including 394,611 Models 3/Y and 13,775 other models•    Deliveries, though down 14.4% from Q4 2025, were up 6.3% from Q1 2025 to 358,023 units, including 341,893 Models 3/Y and 16,130 other models•    Storage deployed was down 15.4% from Q1 2025 to 8.8 GWh  The company notes that battery pack capacity continues to be the limiting factor on ramping its vehicle production, and it is actively working to increase capacity. Tesla ha...

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Tesla launches Model Y L long-wheelbase EV in India On April 22, Tesla launched the Model Y L in India at INR 6.2 million as a single Premium variant, positioning it between the Model Y Standard Range and Model Y Long Range in the lineup. The dual-motor AWD setup produces 378 kW with an 82 kWh battery pack and delivers a WLTP range of 681 km and 0-100 kmph in 5.0 seconds. The Model Y L is a long-wheelbase, three-row, six-seat version of the Mode...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/22

the brand to a wider customer base, according to media reports on April 9, in a production strategy that would offer both human-driven and autonomy-ready versions. According to sources, the new crossover SUV would be about 168.5 in. long, making it notably shorter than the Model Y. Using  smaller battery pack and single electric motor, the SUV would weigh about 3,307 lbs. For comparison, the entry-level Model Y is 188.7 inches long, and weighs ...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/18

obility vehicle and a zero-emission alternative to traditional delivery vans and trucks, designed for urban fleets operating in dense city environments and sized to use bicycle lanes. Key features of the zero-emission Fastport eQuad include:  •  Easily swappable, rechargeable Honda Mobile Power Pack e: batteries   •  Regenerative braking system to capture and reuse energy   •  Software-Defined Vehicle capabilities for powertrain opt...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/17

corridors, supporting the long-haul movement of steel, cement, and other industrial goods. The Tata Prima E.55S is built on i-MoEV, Tata Motors’ advanced electric vehicle architecture, and features a full-electric drivetrain with an integrated e-axle and regenerative braking. Powered by a 450kWh battery pack, the truck offers a range of up to 350 km on a single charge. Based on Tata Motors press release...

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Rivian, Redwood Materials partner on energy storage for manufacturing in US On April 14, Rivian and Redwood Materials announced a partnership to deploy innovative battery energy storage at Rivian’s Normal, Illinois manufacturing plant. Using more than 100 second-life Rivian battery packs, the joint solution will initially provide 10 MWh of dispatchable energy to reduce cost and grid load during peak demand periods, both saving on cost and suppo...

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MaxVolt Energy, India launches L3 LFP Battery Pack for electric three-wheelers and cargo vehicles On April 14, MaxVolt Energy Industries launched its L3 Lithium Ferrous Phosphate (LFP) battery pack, a 51.2V-105Ah system designed for electric three-wheelers, cargo vehicles, and light electric mobility platforms. The battery integrates an advanced Battery Management System (BMS) monitoring voltage, temperature, and current, with cell balancing, sma...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/14

LEPAS to launch L6 in Europe at Milan Design Week On April 13, LEPAS announced the European premiere of LEPAS L6 in LEPAS Super Hybrid and battery electric vehicle (BEV) form. The five-seater, C-segment SUV will be launched at the Milan Design Week 2026. The company will also present LEPAS L8 in LEPAS Super Hybrid form. LEPAS Super Hybrid pairs a 1.5-litre engine with an electric motor and battery pack to deliver over 700 miles of total range. Th...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/13

Three Gotion High-tech battery pack testing labs certified by VW Group Three battery pack testing laboratories of Gotion High-tech Co., Ltd. (Gotion High-tech) were newly certified by VW Group, following two cell laboratories in 2023 and 2024, respectively. This shows that Gotion High-tech has achieved further progress in building testing capabilities. To date, five Gotion High-tech laboratories have been qualified by VW Group, forming a testing...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/10

rtrain options. The standard variant is equipped with a 1.0-litre DIG-T turbocharged gasoline engine, delivering 117 PS of power and up to 200 Nm of torque. Meanwhile, the hybrid variant combines a gasoline engine with two electric motors, producing 143 hp and 353 Nm of torque, along with a 1.3 kWh battery. The vehicle features ambient lighting, a Bose Personal audio system, and Nissan’s full safety pack as standard, including a 360° Around Vi...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/08

LION E-Mobility, Switzerland, plans new production lines for NMC+ battery cell On April 1, LION E-Mobility AG announced that in the second quarter of 2026, the LION battery pack production will be temporarily impacted by a planned two-month factory shutdown for conversion works, with operations scheduled to resume at the end of June. The new production lines will focus on battery packs with the high-performance NMC+ battery cells. As a result, a ...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/06