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Nissan

Nissan’s Solid-State Battery Breakthrough Promises Double EV Range—If The Company Survives Until 2028

Nissan has developed prototype solid-state battery cells that promise to double driving range while cutting charging times in half compared to current lithium-ion batteries. The Japanese automaker achieved these performance targets through a partnership with U.S.-based LiCAP Technologies, marking a critical milestone in next-generation EV battery development—even as the company bleeds billions and

Haye KestelooOct 27

Michigan

Gotion Abandons $2.4 Billion Michigan Battery Plant After Three Years Of Political Warfare

A Chinese battery giant’s plans to build a massive Michigan manufacturing plant have officially collapsed, with the state now demanding millions back after years of grassroots opposition, Chinese ownership controversies, and Trump administration policy shifts killed what was once touted as Northern Michigan’s largest economic project ever. Gotion Inc. abandoned its $2.4 billion electric vehicle…

Haye KestelooOct 25

Semi

Chinese Automaker Claims 808-Mile EV Range With Breakthrough Solid-State Battery

Chinese automaker Chery has unveiled a solid-state battery prototype claiming 600 watt-hours per kilogram of energy density—nearly double current lithium-ion technology—that could enable electric vehicles to travel up to 808 miles on a single charge. The announcement positions China’s leading auto exporter ahead of Western rivals in the race to commercialize next-generation battery technology by…

Haye KestelooOct 25

Rivian

Rivian Spinoff Also Unveils $4,500 Pedal-By-Wire E-Bike and Lands Amazon Delivery Partnership

Rivian‘s micromobility spinoff Also unveiled its first electric bike today alongside a major commercial partnership with Amazon, marking the EV maker’s expansion into urban transportation solutions for trips under 15 miles. Also announced the TM-B electric bike at an event in Oakland on October 22, launching a modular platform that applies Rivian’s software-first approach to…

Haye KestelooOct 22

Tesla

Chevy Silverado EV Smashes Range Records with 1,059 Miles – Hypermiling Magic Revealed

In a world obsessed with speed, Chevy went full tortoise mode and won big: their Silverado EV clocked 1,059.2 miles on one charge, blowing past records and showing what your electric truck could do with a little patience. A team of General Motors engineers recently pushed a 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV Work Truck to travel…

Haye KestelooAug 6

Volkswagen

Volkswagen EV Boom Crushes Profits: 38% Plunge from Tariffs and Margins Nightmare

Drama in the EV world: Volkswagen’s profits cratered 38% this half-year, as U.S. tariffs turn the green revolution into a red-ink mess. Volkswagen Group reported a sharp decline in profits for the second quarter and first half of 2025, even as vehicle deliveries rose, highlighting the challenges of transitioning to electric vehicles (EVs) while facing…

Haye KestelooJul 26

Bolt

Spy Photos Reveal Redesigned Chevrolet Bolt EV with Cost-Saving LFP Batteries

Spy photographers captured the first detailed images of the redesigned Chevrolet Bolt EV, showcasing an unwrapped side profile that hints at a crossover-like design while the front and rear stay heavily disguised. This update positions the vehicle as the first Bolt to leverage General Motors’ modern Ultium electric vehicle architecture, moving beyond the older battery…

Haye KestelooJul 20

NIO

Nio’s Battery Operator Mirattery Deepens Ties with CATL for Enhanced EV Battery Swapping

Nio’s battery asset company, Mirattery, has signed a strategic cooperation agreement with leading battery manufacturer CATL to boost equity investment and expand battery swap networks, potentially improving access and efficiency for electric vehicle owners across China. Mirattery and CATL Partnership Overview Mirattery and CATL reportedly formalized their agreement in Hefei, Anhui province, with M

Haye KestelooJul 11

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