Kia launches entry-level EV6 ‘Air’ with standard battery option in UK On May 2, Kia introduced an entry-level version of its popular EV6 in the UK, adding a new ‘Air’ model with a standard range battery option, with price starting from GBP 39,235. The new EV6 ‘Air’ standard range comes with a smaller 63kWh battery, offering up to 265 miles of range (WLTP) and up to 400 miles in city driving. It features a rear-mounted motor, accelerat...

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PEVS 2025: Wuling unveils EV Van in Indonesia; Local assembly and Q3 launch planned Announced on April 29, 2025, Wuling Motors unveiled the Wuling EV Van for the first time in Indonesia at the Periklindo Electric Vehicle Show (PEVS) 2025 in Jakarta. Pre-bookings are now open. In Indonesia, the Wuling EV van will be offered in Minibus and Blind Van variants and will be locally manufactured in Cikarang, West Java. Its official launch in Indonesia i...

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GM’s EV-only plan for Orion Assembly Plant could change On April 29, a report said that General Motors is reevaluating the vehicle segment and powertrain types slated for production at its Orion Assembly Plant and may not exclusively produce fully electric vehicles after its retooling, citing two people familiar with the matter, as GM adjusts production to address consumer demand. GM planned to relaunch the Orion plant after a USD 4 billion ret...

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Cygni Energy, India opens 4.8 GWh battery plant On April 21, Cygni Energy Private Limited inaugurated Phase I of its battery energy storage system (BESS) gigafactory in Maheshwaram, Telangana. Located in the Electronics Manufacturing Cluster (EMC), the 160,000 sq ft facility on a 5-acre site has an initial capacity of 4.8 GWh. The plant supports grid-scale and EV storage applications and features a fully automated assembly line with Poka-Yoke-ena...

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signed to deliver improved system efficiency and increased power density. It offers a granular portfolio with typical R DS(on) values up to 60 mΩ at 25°C, making it suitable for a wide range of applications, including on-board chargers (OBCs), DC-DC converters, auxiliaries for electric vehicles (xEVs), as well as industrial applications in EV charging, solar inverters, etc.  The ultra-low R DS(on) values 4 and 7 mΩ enable outstanding performa...

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Isuzu D-MAX EV production begins in Thailand, starting with LHD version for Europe Announced on April 29, 2025, Isuzu has commenced mass production of the Isuzu D-MAX EV in Thailand. First unveiled as a prototype at the 45th Bangkok International Motor Show in 2024, the D-MAX EV has been developed as part of its broader commitment to carbon-neutral mobility.  Production of Isuzu’s first fully electric 1-ton pickup truck has now begun for the l...

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South Korea’s Shinsung ST wins order from global EV manufacturer for parts for mass-production models Several South Korean media sources reported that South Korea’s Shinsung ST Co,. Ltd. has been registered as a listed partner of a global electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer and won an order to supply parts for mass-production models. Shinsung ST has been providing bus bars and battery module cases to South Korean battery makers, such as LG Ene...

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Harbinger unveils range extender EV chassis for medium-duty fleets On April 28, Harbinger, a California-based medium-duty electric and hybrid vehicle (EV) manufacturer, unveiled a first-of-its-kind range extender EV chassis for medium-duty fleets. The new model is an EV featuring a gas-powered range extender that charges the battery, allowing for an estimated 500 miles of range between charges.  Harbinger's range extender EV chasis is currently ...

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Porsche revises 2025 forecast due to U.S. tariffs and EV market challenges On April 28, Porsche AG has revised its 2025 outlook mainly due to adjusting its global supply strategy due to growing geopolitical challenges. This is especially in China, where weak demand for electric luxury cars is expected to impact 2025 performance. New US import tariffs will hurt sales in April and May 2025, and this impact is included in the updated forecast. Howev...

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Mobec Innovation, India partners for lithium battery recycling, begins operations in Greater Noida On April 28, Mobec Innovation, a provider of mobile EV charging and energy storage systems, announced that it will now focus on forming partnerships to support lithium battery recycling. The goal is to create a framework for setting up and operating recycling facilities in India. Mobec also named its first partner in Greater Noida. In the initial ph...

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LG Energy Solution and Derichebourg plan battery recycling plant in France On April 29, LG Energy Solution announced plans to establish a joint venture with Derichebourg, the French leader in metal waste recycling, to build a state-of-the-art battery recycling plant.  Construction will begin in 2026 in Bruyères-sur-Oise in northern France, with operations scheduled to commence in 2027. This is LG Energy Solution’s first battery recycling join...

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American Battery Solutions to supply TICO commercial EVs in California On April 28, American Battery Solutions (ABS) announced it has signed a partnership with TICO, the only terminal tractor manufacturer in North America that also owns and operates its own fleet. ABS will provide its Proliance Intelligent Battery Series 700-volt lithium-ion batteries to power TICO’s fleet of Pro-Spotter Electric terminal tractors initially through fiscal year ...

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Mile Green expanding Thailand’s EV infrastructure with fast charging and battery swapping stations Announced on April 23, 2025, Mile Green, an EV company with headquarters in Hong Kong and Thailand, has announced plans to rapidly expand its EV infrastructure across Thailand. The company will introduce Fast Charging Stations and Battery Swapping Stations (BSS) designed for both everyday users and professional riders, including delivery drivers. ...

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Slate Auto reveals affordable, customizable EV pickup in California On April 24 in Long Beach, California, Slate Auto presented its strategically simplified 2-seat EV pickup, which will be produced in a single configuration from the factory, with available conversion modules to create a 5-seat crossover or SUV. Troy, Michigan-based Slate will manufacture the truck at a renovated factory in the Midwest, alongside a Customer Experience Center. The ...

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GM now produces more battery cells in U.S. than Tesla General Motors aims to fully electrify its light-duty vehicle fleet by 2035, and has been making huge investments to expand its EV production capacity. According to recent reports, GM is now producing more battery cells in the U.S. than Tesla.  GM’s leap forward has been driven by a dramatic production ramp-up at its Ultium Cells battery plants in Warren, Ohio, and Spring Hill, Tennessee, a...

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Hindalco Industries, India delivers 10,000 aluminum EV battery enclosures to Mahindra On April 25, 2025, Hindalco Industries Limited announced that it had successfully delivered 10,000 aluminium battery enclosures to Mahindra for its electric SUVs — the BE 6 and XUV 9e. These enclosures are manufactured at Hindalco’s newly inaugurated EV component facility in Chakan, Pune. The Chakan facility, built with an investment of INR 5 billion over 5 ...

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Stellantis and Factorial validate high-performance solid-state EV batteries On April 24, Stellantis and Factorial Energy announced the successful validation of Factorial’s large solid-state battery cells (FEST), moving closer to next-gen EV battery production. These solid-state batteries are better than regular lithium-ion ones, offering more energy and faster charging. The tested 77Ah FEST cells delivered 375Wh/kg energy density and over 600 c...

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Auto Shanghai 2025: BYD makes global debut of five new Ocean-series models On April 23, at the Auto Shanghai 2025, BYD made the global debut of five new Ocean-series models, namely, the Ocean-S concept vehicle, the Sealion 06 DM-i SUV, the Sealion 06 EV SUV, the Seal 06 EV sedan, and the Seal 06 DM-i wagon. Adopting on a lively, diversified, and natural design concept, the Ocean-S has an avant-garde style and a slender body. Positioned as a midsi...

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Panasonic Energy’s automotive lithium battery cells to be mounted on EV trucks in U.S. Panasonic Energy Co., Ltd. (Panasonic Energy, Moriguchi City, Osaka Prefecture) announced on April 23 that it will start delivering automotive lithium-ion battery cells to Harbinger Motors Inc. (Harbinger, California, the U.S), a US commercial electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer. Panasonic Energy’s newest-generation 2170 cells will be mounted on all of Harbi...

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International Motors introduces electric Class 8 eRH Series at ACT Expo On April 23, International Motors (formerly Navistar) introduced the newest addition to the company's EV lineup – an all-electric Class 8 regional haul tractor, the International eRH Series. Production of the eRH will start in the first half of 2026. Designed to meet the demands of heavy-duty regional and drayage fleets, the eRH Series is available in 4x2 and 6x4 axle confi...

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