for critical infrastructure, and advanced EV charging solutions, aiming to create new business opportunities and contribute to Thailand’s carbon neutrality goals. NV Gotion, a joint venture between Nuovo Plus (PTT Group) and Gotion High-tech, will provide manufacturing technology and expertise in LFP and NCM battery types, while PLANET will lead market development, branding, and distribution to corporate and government clients transitioning to ...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/02

Lucky Motor Corporation, Pakistan signs exclusive partnership with GAC Group, China On March 30, Lucky Motor Corporation (LMC) signed an exclusive partnership with Guangzhou Automobile Group (GAC Group) to introduce GAC's NEV brands Aion and Hyptec in Pakistan. The deal covers GAC's full NEV portfolio, including vehicles built on its proprietary Magazine Battery 2.0 platform, which uses LFP, NMC, and next-generation solid-state battery technology...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/31

Komaki opens second LFP battery plant in Gurugram, India On March 31, Komaki Electric Vehicles commissioned a second lithium battery manufacturing plant in Udyog Vihar, Gurugram, spread across 40,000 sq ft with an investment of INR 300 million. The facility has a monthly output of 10,000 LiFePO4 batteries, translating to 120 thousand units annually, and the company claims it is the largest integrated EV battery manufacturing unit in North India. ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/31

ollow, supporting both domestic sales and exports under its “Made in Thailand, Sold Globally” strategy. The CHANGAN NEVO Q05 is a 5-seat, front-wheel-drive electric SUV powered by a permanent magnet synchronous motor producing 120 kW (163 PS) and 190 Nm of torque. It is equipped with a 51.9 kWh LFP battery, delivering a claimed NEDC range of 462 km. The vehicle accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.2 seconds and has a top speed of 160 km/h. DC ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/31

South Korea’s Enchem to mass produce and supply electrolytes for LFP batteries to CATL Several South Korean media outlets reported that South Korea’s Enchem Co., Ltd. has entered the preparation stage for mass production and supply of electrolytes for LFP (lithium iron phosphate) batteries to CATL, a Chinese secondary battery manufacturer. In December 2025, the company signed a contract to supply 350,000 tons of electrolytes from 2026 through...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/31

butor to support market rollout and deliveries. A special edition model developed with Thai artist Panyawat Phitaksawang was also showcased. Built on a dedicated EV platform, the model delivers 143 hp and 200 Nm via a rear-wheel-drive setup, with 0–100 km/h acceleration in 8.1 seconds. A 42.1 kWh LFP battery provides up to 400 km (NEDC) or 330 km (WLTP) range. Charging supports 7 kW AC and up to 100 kW DC (10–80% in around 29 minutes), along ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/25

Skoda updates Elroq and Enyaq EVs with new tech and LFP batteries from 2026 On March 23, Skoda announced that it will update its Elroq and Enyaq electric models, with changes rolling out from mid-2026. Skoda Elroq 60 and Enyaq 60 models will use new LFP batteries, produced at Skoda’s Mlada Boleslav plant, Czech Republic. The electric models will get a new Android-based infotainment system with a fresh design, easier navigation, more personalisa...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/23

O 3 EVO adopts rear-wheel drive in the Design variant and all-wheel drive in the Excellence. The single-motor Design delivers 309 hp and 380 Nm, accelerating from 0 to 62 mph in 5.5 seconds. The dual-motor Excellence produces 443 hp and 560 Nm, reaching 62 mph in 3.9 seconds. It features a 74.8 kWh LFP Blade Battery with up to 316 miles of WLTP range. Maximum charging reaches 220 kW, allowing it to go from 10 to 80% in 25 minutes. Boot capacity i...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/20

cated hybrid transmission (DHT), allowing the engine to assist at lower speeds. It combines a 1.5L turbo engine with dual front motors and a rear motor, delivering AWD and a total output of 537 PS and 650 Nm. It accelerates from 0–100 km/h in 4.9 seconds, with a top speed of 180 km/h. A 34.46 kWh LFP battery provides up to 145 km WLTP EV range, while a 70-liter fuel tank extends total range to 1,100 km. Charging supports up to 70 kW DC (30–80...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/19

Integrals Power, UK, develops sustainable iron phosphate process for LFP battery materials On March 17, Integrals Power announced that it has developed a new manufacturing process for iron phosphate, a key precursor used in lithium iron phosphate (LFP) cathode materials, at its facility in Milton Keynes. It uses a low-temperature synthesis method designed to reduce energy consumption and associated carbon emissions compared with conventional prod...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/18

Windrose, China launches E700 electric truck in UK On March 18, Windrose announced that its has launched its Global E700 electric truck in the UK market. The E700 is equipped with a 705 kWh LFP battery, offering a real-world range of up to 670 km. The truck supports both MCS and CCS2 charging for broad compatibility. The E700 trucks, in partnership with Fleete Group, completed its first UK charging session at the Port of Tilbury, marking a key ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/18

GM, LGES to supply LFP batteries from Spring Hill plant to energy storage customers Ultium Cells LLC will rehire about 700 workers who were temporarily laid off in January at its Spring Hill, Tennessee, plant to start production of lithium iron phosphate (LFP) cells, for grid and data center customers in April, according to Tom Gallagher, vice president of operations for Ultium Cells. The plant, which first opened in 2024, previously made nickel-...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/18

Changan introduces all-electric Changan Deepal S05 in UK On March 16, Changan UK launched the all-electric Changan Deepal S05, a compact C-SUV. It is powered by a 68.8kWh LFP battery. It delivers WLTP ranges of up to 303 miles (RWD) and 278 miles (AWD). It has a 15.4-inch rotating touchscreen, AR-HUD, 14-speaker audio system, and wireless smartphone connectivity. It has 17 intelligent driver assistance systems, enabling L2 autonomous driving thro...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/17

strategic memorandum of understanding (MoU) to establish high-performance battery electrode foundry services in Europe. The partnership brings JRES’s expertise in electrode foundry services and scaling next-generation battery chemistries with Morrow’s 1 GWh manufacturing infrastructure and its LFP and LNMO cell technologies. The companies aim to provide a ready-to-use electrode foundry solution for European battery manufacturers, enabling ac...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/13

Ford introduces new Capri with longer range in Europe On March 12, Ford Motor Company announced an enhanced version of its electric Ford Capri in Europe.  The Ford Capri Standard Range models now feature a new Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) battery and an improved electric motor, increasing driving range and providing more torque for faster acceleration. The model also includes upgraded driver assistance systems to improve safety and support in d...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/13

Arkema, France, showcases innovative materials at Interbattery 2026, Korea On March 4, Arkema announced that it will showcase its unique portfolio of solutions and innovations for electric vehicle (EV) and energy storage system (ESS) battery systems at Interbattery 2026, in Seoul, Korea. For LFP technology, it has developed new PVDF grades, Kynar HSV 1200 and HSV 1400, engineered to deliver improved adhesion, lower binder loading, and higher acti...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/13

Mazda opens all-new CX-6e presales in Spain On March 10, Mazda Spain announced the start of pre-sales and pricing for the all-new Mazda CX-6e, a fully electric SUV that will arrive at Spanish dealerships in summer 2026. The Mazda CX-6e is equipped with a rear-mounted electric motor delivering 258 hp and 290 Nm of torque. It is powered by a 78-kWh LFP battery, allowing for up to 484 km of 52WLTP range in the Takumi version with 19-inch wheels. The...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/12

Ford introduces new Explorer with longer range On March 10, Ford Motor Company announced an enhanced version of the electric Ford Explorer. The Ford Explorer Standard Range now offers up to 444 km of driving range on a full charge with the new LFP battery, an increase of more than 17%. The model also features an improved electric motor that delivers 140 kW (190 PS) of power and 350 Nm of torque. This allows the SUV to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/11

VWTB launches first fully electric bus in Mexico On March 5, Volkswagen Truck & Bus Mexico announced the launch of the e-Volkbus 22L at Expo Foro Movilidad 2026, as the brand’s first fully electric bus in the country. The e-Volkbus 22L has a gross vehicle weight of up to 22 tons. It is powered by a high-performance electric motor paired with LFP battery packs, delivering a range of up to 250 km per charge. It integrates regenerative braking and...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/11

xports to other ASEAN markets. Bookings for the CKD MG S5 EV have opened, with an estimated price of about MYR 120,000. Compared with the previously imported version, the locally assembled model produces 205 PS and 350 Nm, an increase of 35 PS and 100 Nm. The rear-wheel-drive SUV uses a 62 kWh CATL LFP battery supporting up to 150 kW DC fast charging, enabling a 10–80% charge in around 26 minutes and a WLTP range of 446 km. Currently, only the ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/10