Renault Filante Record 2025 demo EV achieves 1,008 km range without recharging On December 23, Renault announced that it has set a new EV efficiency record with its Filante Record 2025 concept car. During a test on December 18, 2025, at UTAC’s circuit in Morocco, the car drove 1,008 km without recharging at an average speed of 102 km/h. The 1,000 kg vehicle completed the run under 9 hours and 52 minutes using an 87 kWh battery, the same size as...

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Ford China launches Bronco New Energy off-road SUV On December 19, Ford China launched the Bronco New Energy, its first versatile intelligent off-road SUV model. The model is available in five EV (battery electric vehicle) and REEV (range-extended electric vehicle) variants, with prices ranging from CNY 229,800 to CNY 282,800. The Bronco New Energy measures 5,025mm long, 1,960mm wide, and 1,825mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,950mm. The Bronco New ...

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Changan, Shanghai Electric Drive provide E-Drive System to NSTDA to advance Thai EV testing standards Announced on December 18, 2025, the National Science and Technology Development Agency (NSTDA), under the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation, through the Thailand Electric Vehicle Centre of Excellence (TECE), in collaboration with the National Electronics and Computer Technology Center (NECTEC) and the National Energy ...

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November electrified vehicle sales in Japan see growth in EV sales for third consecutive month Sales of electric vehicles (EVs) are increasing in Japan. In November, while sales of electrified passenger vehicles in the country fell 14.9% year-on-year (y/y) to 161,903 units, sales of EVs rose 17.5% y/y to 5,921 units, marking the third consecutive month of growth. In addition to growth in EV sales by Toyota Motor Corporation and Honda Motor Co., L...

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ifornia." The vehicle was the first one assembled from knockdown kits that arrived in Los Angeles on December 3. The FX Super One is a premium mass market MPV featuring spacious seating and premium entertainment systems. The Super One is planned to be available with AWD and two powertrain options: battery electric and, at a later date, an AI hybrid extended range (AIHER) configuration. Faraday Future's current 1.1 million-square-foot manufacturi...

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Mindra Group, India signs 1 GWh battery partnership with China’s REPT BATTERO On December 20, Mindra Group, in a social media update, announced that it has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with REPT BATTERO Energy Co., Ltd., a China-based Tier I lithium ion battery maker for an exclusive 1 GWh partnership for the Indian battery energy storage system (BESS) market. The MoU covers 150 MWh of market distribution of advanced battery pack ...

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Cylib, Germany secures grant to launch Europe’s first LFP battery recycling line On December 19, cylib, a German battery recycling company, secured a EUR 63.4 million grant from the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWE) to support the second expansion phase of its Dormagen facility. The funding will enable cylib to build Europe’s first industrial-scale LFP recycling line, doubling the planned capacity to 60,000 tonne...

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JAC Motors expands into Thailand with commercial EV lineup, partners DCH Motors Reported on December 18, 2025, JAC Motors has officially launched its brand in Thailand, appointing DCH Motors (Thailand) as its sole authorized importer and distributor. The launch underscores JAC’s expansion in Southeast Asia and its commitment to sustainable mobility in Thailand. At the launch in Bangkok, JAC showcased four models currently available in the marke...

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LG Energy Solution told EV battery supply deal cancellation by Ford LG Energy Solution Ltd. (LG Energy Solution), an electric vehicle (EV) battery manufacturing subsidiary of LG Chem Ltd. (LG Chem), announced that Ford Motor Company notified the company that the automaker will terminate an electric vehicle (EV) battery supply contract. LG Energy Solution signed contracts with Ford in October 2024 to supply 34GWh of batteries between 2026 and 2030...

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Volta Energy Solutions Canada battery materials plant on track with CAD 194 million funding On December 15, Volta Energy Solutions Canada (VESC) announced that it has been selected to receive CAD 194 (USD 40 million) from the Supply Chain Resilience Fund, under the Leading Company Supply Chain Resilience program hosted by the Korean Ministry of Economy and Finance. Volta Energy Solutions Canada is an overseas subsidiary of Solus Advanced Materia...

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Leapmotor to unveil B03X, reveal B05 interior, and launch B10 hybrid EV at Brussels Motor Show 2026 On December 18, Leapmotor announced that it will unveil the B03X in Europe, reveal the B05’s interior design, and launch the B10 Hybrid EV with range-extender technology for the European market, at Brussels Motor Show 2026. The B03X is a fully electric B-segment crossover built on the Leapmotor’s new global platform. It features modern aerodyna...

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ous R&D centre under the Department of Science and Technology, signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Voltasun Technologies Pvt. Ltd. for industrial performance validation of sodium-ion pouch cells made from Sodium Vanadium Phosphate (NVP) cathode powder material. Under the MoU, ARCI will develop and supply 80 Nos of 5Ah pouch cells for evaluation and potential commercialisation of its sodium-ion battery technology. ARCI has developed th...

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Oben Electric, India raises INR 850 million pre Series B funding On December 18, Oben Electric raised INR 850 million in a pre‑Series B funding round from several Indian American family offices, along with existing investors, taking its total funding to INR 2.85 billion. The company plans to use the new capital to expand its national retail footprint, increase brand visibility, and accelerate new product development and launches.  The electric...

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AESC begins production at new EV battery gigafactory in UK On December 16, AESC started production at its new 15.8 GWh electric vehicle battery gigafactory in Sunderland, UK. The plant will supply lithium-ion batteries for UK-made electric vehicles, including the new Nissan Leaf. Once fully operational, AESC’s UK workforce will grow to about 1,000 people. The company has invested over GBP 1 billion in the UK. Based on AESC Group press release...

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FAW Hongqi launches HS6 PHEV flagship SUV On December 16, FAW Hongqi launched the HS6 PHEV large 5-seater flagship SUV. The model is available in one 4WD and two FWD variants, with prices ranging from CNY 178,800 to CNY 228,800. The HS6 PHEV measures 4,925mm long, 1,970mm wide, and 1,740mm high, with a wheelbase of 2,925mm. The HS6 PHEV features the Honghu hybrid platform. Equipped with a 110kW/225Nm 1.5T dedicated hybrid engine, a 168kW/340Nm pe...

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rmance computing units and a full-stack software offering. The Augmented Valeo Panovision, showcased in a demo car, includes driver and interior monitoring systems with an integrated camera and adaptive warning based on a driver’s gaze to help reduce distracted driving. It will also present a new EV platform that combines ultra-compact and optimized thermal management systems for improved aerodynamic and fast charging, versatile eAxles (magnet ...

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TQ WULING makes debut with Malaysia-assembled Bingo compact e-hatchback Announced on December 17, 2025, TQ WULING officially launched the locally assembled TQ WULING Bingo compact electric hatchback in Malaysia, tailored for urban mobility. The model is offered in two variants: the Bingo PRO at MYR 67,800 and the Bingo MAX at MYR 72,800, with launch promotions adding further appeal. The Bingo EV marks the official debut of the TQ WULING brand, es...

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Ford cancels USD 6.5 billion LGES battery contract for axed new-gen E-Transit On December 16, LG Energy Solution (LGES) announced in a regulatory filing that Ford Motor has terminated its long-term EV battery supply agreement, citing changes in the policy environment and weakening demand for EV. Under contracts signed in October 2024, LG Energy Solution was to supply 34 GWh of batteries to Ford from 2026-30 and an additional 75 GWh from 2027-32 ...

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Ford transitions EV strategy and plants in Tennessee, Kentucky, Ohio, Michigan On December 15, Ford announced a new revised strategy for its EV and ICE efforts that will enable the company to face the changing marketplace and accelerate margin improvements across its Ford Model e, Ford Pro and Ford Blue divisions, as well as launch a new energy storage business. Ford said the moves will begin narrowing the financial losses for its Model e EV uni...

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which offers advanced lens‑cleaning capabilities powered by AI transformation(AX)‑based software, and next‑gen frequency modulated continuous wave (FMCW) LiDAR and Radar systems, as well as its award-winning 'Ultra-Thin Pixel Lighting Module', mounted on the front and rear of the mockup. The EV mockup features 15 power and motor components, including 'B‑Link (Battery Link)', which integrates a 'Wireless Battery Management System (BMS)' a...

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