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Chinese automakers like BYD, Chery, and Great Wall Motor (GWM) are accelerating their push into Africa, leveraging low-cost electric vehicles (EVs) and plug-in hybrids to tap the continent’s untapped potential. Facing trade barriers in the U.S. and Europe, these companies are eyeing South Africa as a launchpad for a broader African strategy, according to Reuters.…
Redwood Materials, a leader in electric vehicle (EV) battery recycling, is giving retired EV batteries a second life by converting them into cost-effective microgrids, the company announced on Thursday. By repurposing still-functional batteries, Redwood’s new division, Redwood Energy, is creating modular energy storage systems that address critical energy grid gaps at a fraction of the…
The U.S. Senate parliamentarian has dealt a significant blow to Republican efforts to undo landmark electric vehicle (EV) emission regulations set by the Biden administration. On Friday, June 20, 2025, the parliamentarian ruled that overturning these rules requires 60 votes in the 100-seat chamber, a higher threshold than the simple majority needed for other parts…
As electric vehicle (EV) adoption faces hurdles like range anxiety and charging infrastructure gaps, automakers are turning to extended-range electric vehicles (EREVs) to bridge the gap. A recent NBC News report highlights how EREVs, a type of plug-in hybrid, offer a practical solution by combining electric propulsion with a small gas engine, delivering impressive ranges…
Hyundai Motor Co. is set to raise the price of all its US vehicles, including electric models, by 1% as early as next week, a move aimed at cushioning the impact of tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump. The South Korean automaker’s decision, reported by Bloomberg, comes as the industry braces for increased costs, potentially…
In the rural outskirts of Hiroshima, a Japanese startup named KG Motors is making waves in the electric vehicle (EV) industry with its ultra-compact, single-seat mibot. Priced at just $7,000 (¥1 million), this battery-powered one-seater has already secured over half of its 3,300-unit production goal in pre-sales, positioning it to outpace even Toyota in Japan’s…
Volvo Cars’ CEO, Hakan Samuelsson, has raised concerns over looming tariffs that could significantly increase costs for electric vehicle (EV) buyers in the United States. In a recent statement, Samuelsson highlighted the challenges of maintaining affordability for models like the Volvo EX30 amid a proposed 50% tariff on European imports, as reported by Reuters. Tariffs…
Subaru is doubling down on its electric vehicle (EV) strategy in Europe, aiming to navigate the challenges of electrification while staying true to its rugged, all-wheel-drive heritage. According to a recent Autocar interview with Subaru Europe boss David Dello Stritto, the company plans to roll out new EVs and leverage its partnership with Toyota to…
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