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South Korean battery maker SK On is dissolving its joint venture with Ford Motor, splitting ownership of three U.S. battery plants as slowing EV demand reshapes the industry. Why it matters: The breakup marks the collapse of one of America’s largest EV battery partnerships, a direct casualty of the post-subsidy market downturn. The Details By…
Rimac Technology is building solid-state batteries with ProLogium and Mitsubishi, targeting a new Bugatti model by 2030. Why it matters: The Croatian EV tech powerhouse is betting that next-gen batteries will define the hypercar segment before the technology reaches mainstream vehicles. The Details Solid-State Battery Specs E-Axle Developments EVXL’s Take Rimac’s solid-state ambitions put them…
Fiat will bring its ultra-compact Topolino EV to the United States in Spring 2026, CEO Olivier Francois announced at Miami Art Week. Why it matters: The tiny EV costs just $11,500 in Europe, but US regulations may limit it to low-speed neighborhood roads. The Details Topolino Specs EVXL’s Take The Topolino arrives as Europe actively…
Polestar slashes the 2025 Polestar 3 by up to $18,000 through its Clean Vehicle Incentive, dropping the base price to $49,500. Why it matters: The discount makes Polestar’s luxury SUV cheaper than the average new car in America and significantly undercuts German rivals. The Details Polestar 3 Pricing After Discount Competitor Pricing EVXL’s Take Polestar…
Renault supports France’s call for stricter local content rules on electric vehicles sold in Europe but says the proposed 75% threshold is unrealistic for automakers still sourcing batteries from Asia. Why it matters: The debate exposes a widening rift between European governments racing to protect jobs and automakers warning that overly aggressive rules could backfire.…
BMW, Toyota, and 65 other auto industry signatories are urging the European Commission to abandon mandatory EV purchase targets for corporate fleets, reports Reuters. Why it matters: Corporate fleets represent 50-60% of all new car sales in the EU, making this a make-or-break policy battle ahead of Brussels’ December 16 announcement. The Details By The…
Nearly half of first-time car buyers in China plan to purchase a pure electric vehicle, according to a new Bloomberg Intelligence survey. Why it matters: This surge in EV preference comes just as China slashes its purchase tax incentives, suggesting the market may finally be weaning off subsidies. The Details By The Numbers First-Time Buyer…
Mercedes-AMG just poached the man who built Porsche’s flagship EV to lead its performance division. Why it matters: Stefan Weckbach will oversee AMG’s electric transition, including a new GT sedan designed to compete directly against the Taycan he created. The Details Weckbach’s Track Record What Weckbach Inherits at AMG EVXL’s Take This hire tells you…
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