Industry & MarketsVinFast Doubles Down on India With Two New Locally Tailored EVs
VinFast is developing two new EV models built specifically for India, doubling down on a market it sees as critical to its survival despite heavy cash burn.
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Batteries & ChargingCLEPA Survey Finds Only 8% of EU Drivers Plan an EV as Their Next Car
A CLEPA survey of the EU's five largest markets finds only 8% of respondents plan to buy an electric car next, bucking other industry polls.
Industry & MarketsFord Pushes Back on Duffy's Criticism of China Tech Partnerships
Ford rejects Duffy's criticism of its China tech partnerships, calling the letter 'wrongheaded' and defending collaborations as key to EV innovation.
Batteries & ChargingGerman Scientists Link Lithium Isotope Patterns to Battery Degradation
Researchers in Germany find that the distribution of two lithium isotopes inside battery cells acts as a fingerprint tied to degradation and ageing.
Classic Cars1979 Pontiac Trans Am: Rough Paint, Rebuilt Muscle Underneath
A 1979 Pontiac Trans Am with tired paint but fresh mechanicals heads to auction with no reserve, offering a drivable project for the right buyer.
Industry & MarketsLi Auto Plots Europe Entry With Golf Tie-In, Renames i6 as Li 6
Li Auto is entering Europe with a golf partnership and will rename its i6 model the Li 6 ahead of next month's Paris Motor Show.
EV NewsThe Boring Company closes $3B round as UAE bets on Musk's tunneling vision
The Boring Company raises $3B in a UAE-led Series D, valuing Elon Musk's tunneling firm at $23B — roughly four times its 2022 valuation.
Batteries & ChargingSwedish Battery Storage Startup Rebaba Raises Nearly €4 Million in Seed Funding
Rebaba, a Swedish battery storage startup founded by ex-Northvolt staff, has raised just under €4 million in seed funding to grow its second-life battery business.
Classic CarsAirstream Classic 33FB Twin: A 2019 Luxury Travel Trailer That Feels Like Home
The 2019 Airstream Classic 33FB Twin is a luxury dual-axle travel trailer with a well-optioned interior and a layout designed for comfortable long-term touring.
Industry & MarketsUS Senator Suggests Trump Could Open Door to Chinese EVs
Senator Slotkin suggests Trump may permit Chinese EV imports into the US, an unsubstantiated claim at odds with the administration's tough China stance.
Industry & MarketsGeely Leverages Volvo's European Network to Expand Lynk & Co's Reach
Geely partners with Volvo to handle Lynk & Co's European commercial and brand operations from January 2027, leveraging Volvo's retail network for expansion.
Classic Cars1967 Pontiac Grand Prix Convertible Gets Caddy Fins in a Bold Custom Build
A 1967 Pontiac Grand Prix convertible customized with Cadillac-style rear fins blends classic muscle with bold styling.
Autonomous & SoftwareUS Army Backs Austin Startup Tern with $11M for GPS-Free Navigation Tech
The US Army invests $11M in Austin startup Tern, which is building a GPS-free navigation system it calls "Google Maps for the battlefield."
Batteries & ChargingFraunhofer ISE Claims 10-15% Higher Energy Density with Thicker Electrodes
Fraunhofer ISE's new battery cell design uses thicker electrodes to achieve 10-15% higher energy density at the same weight, potentially benefiting electric vehicles.
Batteries & ChargingEuropean Electric Truck Market Faces Intensifying Competition, T&E Study Warns
T&E study warns European truck makers could lose a quarter of the electric truck market to Chinese and US competitors by 2030, urging faster innovation.
Classic CarsInternational Scout Comanche Tribute: A Fancy 4x4 With a Story
A Comanche tribute build of the International Scout, the 4x4 that nearly got cancelled before chief designer Ted Ornas saved it with a fresh sketch.
EV NewsStudy Finds EVs in Europe Are Cheaper to Run Than Gas Cars, Even on Public Chargers
A European study shows EVs cost less to drive than gas cars, even when using public charging, as purchase prices drop and model choices grow.
Batteries & ChargingSany Expands European Electric Truck Lineup with Four New Models at IAA Transportation
Sany introduces four new electric truck models at IAA Transportation, expanding its European lineup with three- and four-axle options. Learn more about these zero-emission trucks.
Batteries & ChargingPorsche Finalises Sale of Stakes in Rimac and Bugatti Rimac
Porsche has completed the sale of its shares in Rimac Group and the Bugatti Rimac joint venture, raising around €1 billion, while Bugatti President Christophe Piochon steps down.
Batteries & ChargingMitsubishi Eclipse Cross Gets Bigger Battery Options, Up to 650 km Range
Mitsubishi adds an 89 kWh NMC and a 67 kWh LFP battery option to the Eclipse Cross, delivering up to 650 km of range on the larger pack.
Industry & MarketsChina's NEV Market Cools in Early September as Penetration Hits 71.5%
China's NEV retail sales fell 3% in the first week of September, while NEV penetration reached 71.5% and wholesale share hit 75.1%.
EV NewsVolvo EX40 Ends U.S. Run as Brand Shifts Focus
Volvo discontinues the EX40 in the U.S., ending sales of its first mass-market EV stateside, while a refreshed version continues in Europe and other markets.
Industry & MarketsGeely's 34% Stake in Ford Valencia Signals Wider Auto Restructuring Trend
Geely acquires a 34% stake in Ford's Valencia plant, highlighting broader auto industry restructuring and cross-border partnerships.
EV NewsZF Pushes for Repair Over Replacement of EV Drive Units
ZF introduces new parts and training to help independent garages repair EV and hybrid drive units instead of replacing them, aiming to cut costs and waste.