BAIC Group launches all-new BEIJING EU8 sedan for commercial services On May 27, BAIC Group announced the official launch of the BEIJING EU8, an all-new battery electric sedan designed for commercial services. The vehicle is available in battery charging and battery swapping versions, with each version offering a mobility variant (for ride-hailing service) and a taxi variant (for taxi operation). Prices range from CNY 150,900 to CNY 161,900. The...

News  Updated at: 2026/06/02

ry among all car manufacturers' applications. Aligned with China’s technological priorities and targets for NEVs, the laboratory will conduct research on core NEV technologies and carry out R&D activities independently. It will formulate relevant quality standards and create an innovative quality management system. With an R&D staff of over 4,000 specialists, the laboratory owns multiple state-level innovation platforms, including a national en...

News  Updated at: 2026/06/02

Horiba develops EV thermal management evaluation system to support development of safe and comfortable vehicles Horiba, Ltd. (Horiba) announced that it has developed an evaluation system for "thermal management" that integrally controls the battery, motor, and air conditioning in electric vehicles (EVs). It appropriately evaluates thermal management, which is essential for maintaining cruising range, accelerating rapid charging, and ensuring comp...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/26

Ford Energy takes ownership of former BlueOval SK battery plant On May 21, Ford Energy, a new wholly owned subsidiary of Ford Motor Co., announced that it has assumed ownership of the battery production plant in Glendale, Kentucky, following the closing of the BlueOval SK joint-venture disposition agreement.  The sprawling plant, which successfully ran EV battery production until December 2025, is now renamed Ford Energy Systems. Retooling will ...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/23

ay 20, 2026, VinFast unveiled the new-generation VF 8 with significant technical and design upgrades. VF 8 measures 4,701 mm long, 1,872 mm wide, and 1,670 mm high with wheelbase of 2,840 mm. The model adopts a revised “Tech Fluid” exterior design, but the main changes focus on core engineering systems. It introduces a Software-Defined Vehicle (SDV) architecture with a Central Vehicle Computer (CVC) for faster system processing, along with an...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/21

Ford Energy signs five-year 20 GWh energy storage deal with EDF in North America On May 18, Ford Energy announced that it has signed a five-year deal to supply up to 20 GWh of storage capacity ‌to renewable power developer EDF. Under the deal, EDF can procure up to 4 GWh of DC Block battery energy storage systems (BESS) annually from Ford Energy. Deliveries under the agreement are expected to begin in 2028. EDF Power Solutions North America, a ...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/19

Ford officially enters battery energy storage system business On May 11, Ford officially announced that it entered the battery energy storage system (BESS) business with the introduction of the Ford Energy DC Block stationary battery, a standardized 20-foot containerized system that integrates advanced LFP prismatic battery technology, liquid-cooled thermal management and battery management system.  The 5.45 MWh stationary battery uses 512-Ah LF...

News  Updated at: 2026/05/14

orsche 911, while Chinese brands have rarely been included. In the new energy vehicle era, China’s automotive industry needs a high-performance flagship model capable of representing the world’s highest standards to truly take center stage globally. Geely has now established a global technology system comprising five global design centers, five engineering R&D centers, five testing regions, five energy technology systems, and five AI intellig...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/22

Auto China 2026: Marelli to showcase latest propulsion and thermal technologies Marelli announced that it will present propulsion and thermal innovations at Auto China 2026 from April 24 to May 3. Highlights include the new e-Transmission Cooling Pump, engineered to improve modern transmission performance, especially for e-axles and Dedicated Hybrid Transmissions (DHT). The system minimizes energy consumption and is available in both 12-volt and ...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/21

oors contributes to the creation of a high-quality and seamlessly integrated interior space comfortable for all occupants. A center console design that does not separate the driver and front passenger seats enables a walk-through between the front seats. Comfort features include intelligent heating system, aroma diffuser and ambient lighting. Twelve BOSE speakers designed exclusively for this model are also optimally positioned throughout the cab...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/16

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

BASF, Star Sodium forge partnership for sodium-ion batteries BASF signed a memorandum of understanding on the R&D and industrial application of key sodium-ion battery technologies with Sichuan Star Sodium Battery Co., Ltd. (Star Sodium) in Dazhou, Sichuan. Under the memorandum, the two parties will focus on the joint R&D of cutting-edge sodium-ion battery technologies, covering areas such as energy storage system parts and materials, battery pack...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/19

g-in Hybrid receives the extensive mid-cycle update applied to the 2025 Outlander ICE model, with revised seating surfaces, the addition of cooled front seats on select trims, and enlarged armrest storage. Functional updates to the 2026 Outlander Plug-in Hybrid include:      •  A new 22.7 kWh battery delivers a 15% increase in capacity, but the combination of a new cooling system and improved thermal management delivers longer electric driv...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/17

BYD releases Blade Battery 2.0, FLASH Charging technologies On March 5, BYD released the Blade Battery 2.0 and FLASH Charging technologies in Shenzhen. The Blade Battery 2.0 effectively addresses the actual pain points of EVs, such as battery level issues during daily mobility, long queues for charging during holidays, and charging difficulties at low temperatures. At room temperature, the battery offers a charging time of only 5 minutes from 10%...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/10

FAW incorporates ultra-high energy density LMR semi-solid battery into vehicle On February 10, FAW announced the successful vehicle installation of its ultra-high energy density lithium-manganese-rich (LMR) semi-solid battery, developed through its subsidiary, China Automotive New Energy Battery Technology Co., Ltd. This marks the industry's first vehicle integration of an LMR semi-solid battery. The battery utilizes self-developed innovative mat...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/12

CATL launches Tianxing II LCV battery solution lineup Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Ltd. (CATL) launched the Tianxing II light-duty commercial vehicle (LCV) battery solution lineup, which is available in super-charging, long-range, high-temperature super-charging, and low-temperature variants.Developed for urban distribution, the super-charging variant delivers: a charging time of 30 minutes from 20% to 80% state-of-charge (SoC) at minus 1...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/29

ors into the SmartMCD TB9M001FTG board, helping automotive engineers streamline prototyping for applications such as sunroofs, wipers, power windows, and adjustable seats. The SmartMCD device is AEC-Q100 Grade 1 qualified and includes built-in protection for overcurrent, over- and undervoltage, and thermal shutdown. The device supports forward and reverse control of two brushed DC motors. It also includes two high-side drivers for 5V and 12V load...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/20

Hanon Systems achieves annual sales of KRW 10 trillion for the first time in its history in 2025 South Korea’s thermal management system manufacturer, Hanon Systems Co., Ltd., announced that it will achieve the annual revenue of KRW 10 trillion (JPY 1.1 trillion) for the first time in its history in 2025. Also, in 2026, it aims to maintain the growth momentum, generating sales of KRW 11 trillion (JPY 1.21 trillion), while restoring profitabilit...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/13

Jiangsu authorities approve establishment of provincial NECV power, control system innovation center On January 7, the Xuzhou authorities announced the recent approval by the Jiangsu authorities for a provincial new energy commercial vehicle (NECV) power and control system innovation center based on Jiangsu Guochuang New Energy Commercial Vehicle Innovation Technology Co., Ltd. Placing emphasis on power and control systems for NECVs, the innovati...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/09

CES 2026: ProLogium, Taiwan, and FEV, Germany, to present next-generation solid-state battery module On January 5, ProLogium Technology announced that it will co-exhibit with FEV Group at CES 2026. They will present a concept of a next-generation EV battery module built on ProLogium’s superfluidized all-inorganic solid-state lithium ceramic battery technology. The module enables EVs to achieve up to 1,000 km range. The program has already advan...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/06