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Carmakers Bridge EV Gap With Range-Extended Technology
InnovationApr 13

Carmakers Bridge EV Gap With Range-Extended Technology

Major automakers are betting on range-extended electric vehicles that combine electric motors with small backup engines, offering drivers a path to cleaner cars without the anxiety of running out of charge. The technology could convince 70% of customers to switch to electric by 2030 while keeping European manufacturers competitive.

Google News - Electric Vehicle3 min read
Used EVs Find New Buyers as Bargain Hunters Go Electric
SolutionsApr 14

Used EVs Find New Buyers as Bargain Hunters Go Electric

While new electric vehicle sales dropped 27% this year, affordable used EVs are creating a surprising bright spot in the market. Budget-conscious drivers are discovering that pre-owned electric cars offer the green technology they want at prices they can afford.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
Hyundai Completes Australia's First V2G EV Test
InnovationJun 18

Hyundai Completes Australia's First V2G EV Test

Electric cars just got one step closer to powering Australian homes. Hyundai successfully tested vehicle-to-grid technology that could transform EVs into mobile batteries for the entire household.

Google: electric vehicle milestone2 min read
EV Charging Drops to 10 Minutes as Battery Giants Race
InnovationApr 15

EV Charging Drops to 10 Minutes as Battery Giants Race

The wait at electric vehicle charging stations is about to get a lot shorter. Two of the world's biggest battery makers just announced breakthrough technology that charges EVs in under 10 minutes.

Google News - Electric Vehicle3 min read
EV Batteries Now Charge to 98% in Just Six Minutes
InnovationApr 22

EV Batteries Now Charge to 98% in Just Six Minutes

The world's largest electric vehicle battery maker just solved one of the biggest headaches for EV drivers: waiting to charge. CATL's new battery technology cuts charging time to under seven minutes, making gas station stops look slow by comparison.

South China Morning Post2 min read
BYD's New EVs Charge to 70% in Just 5 Minutes
InnovationMar 14

BYD's New EVs Charge to 70% in Just 5 Minutes

Chinese carmaker BYD just unveiled electric vehicles that charge nearly as fast as pumping gas, reaching 70% battery in five minutes. The breakthrough technology could finally eliminate range anxiety and make EVs as convenient as traditional cars.

Ars Technica3 min read
Chinese EV Battery Breakthrough Hits 620-Mile Range
InnovationMar 5

Chinese EV Battery Breakthrough Hits 620-Mile Range

Scientists in China have tested a semi-solid-state battery that could push electric vehicles beyond 620 miles per charge—double what most EVs achieve today. The breakthrough technology is already being tested in real vehicles and could reshape the future of electric transportation.

Live Science3 min read
China's EVs Now Charge to 70% in Under 10 Minutes
InnovationApr 28

China's EVs Now Charge to 70% in Under 10 Minutes

Electric vehicle charging just got as fast as a coffee break. Chinese battery makers are unveiling technology that powers EVs from 10% to 70% in less than 10 minutes, finally matching the convenience of gas stations.

South China Morning Post2 min read
GM Eyes Silicon Battery Tech to Double EV Range to 574 Miles
Innovation3d ago

GM Eyes Silicon Battery Tech to Double EV Range to 574 Miles

General Motors is betting on silicon battery technology that could nearly double electric vehicle range and slash charging times. The near-term upgrade could make EVs more practical for daily drivers and road trippers alike.

Google News - Electric Vehicle3 min read
Salt Battery Keeps EVs Running at -58°F in Winter
InnovationMar 3

Salt Battery Keeps EVs Running at -58°F in Winter

China's biggest battery maker just solved EVs' cold weather problem with sodium-ion technology that charges in frigid temps. The breakthrough could transform electric driving in Minnesota, Canada, and beyond.

Scientific American3 min read
Europe Gets First Mass-Produced Semi-Solid Battery EV by 2026
InnovationMar 27

Europe Gets First Mass-Produced Semi-Solid Battery EV by 2026

MG Motor is bringing the world's first mass-produced electric vehicle with semi-solid-state battery technology to Europe by late 2026, making safer, longer-lasting EVs more affordable. The breakthrough battery tech promises faster charging, better cold-weather performance, and extended battery life at a price point similar to current models.

Electrek2 min read
BYD's 10-Minute EV Charge Could End Range Anxiety
InnovationApr 19

BYD's 10-Minute EV Charge Could End Range Anxiety

A Chinese automaker just demonstrated charging technology that powers an electric vehicle from nearly empty to 97% in under 10 minutes. This breakthrough brings EV refueling closer to gas station speeds.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
US Solid-State EV Batteries Hit Production Milestone
InnovationFeb 6

US Solid-State EV Batteries Hit Production Milestone

American battery maker Factorial just launched the first commercial solid-state battery program in the US, bringing game-changing EV technology from the lab to real roads. Mercedes already drove 745 miles on a single charge with this tech.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
EV Battery Charges Fully in Just 6 Minutes
InnovationApr 22

EV Battery Charges Fully in Just 6 Minutes

Electric vehicles just took a giant leap toward gas-station speed. A new battery technology can fully charge an EV in the time it takes to grab a coffee.

Electrek2 min read
Malaysia Gets 5-Minute EV Charging at 1.5 Megawatts
Innovation1d ago

Malaysia Gets 5-Minute EV Charging at 1.5 Megawatts

Electric vehicles in Malaysia could soon charge faster than grabbing coffee, with new technology adding 400 km of range in just five minutes. BYD Malaysia is bringing megawatt-level charging stations to the country, making it one of Southeast Asia's first markets for ultra-fast EV charging.

Regional: malaysia technology (MY)3 min read
China's New EV Battery Charges Fully in Just 11 Minutes
InnovationMar 21

China's New EV Battery Charges Fully in Just 11 Minutes

A Chinese automaker just completed a breakthrough battery that charges electric vehicles in 11 minutes and works in extreme cold. Sodium-ion technology could make EVs cheaper and more reliable for millions of drivers worldwide.

Electrek2 min read
Mexico Unveils Government-Backed Affordable EV Prototype
InnovationJun 8

Mexico Unveils Government-Backed Affordable EV Prototype

Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum test-drove the country's first domestically designed electric vehicle prototype, a six-seat model aimed at making EVs accessible to more families. The Olinia Uno represents Mexico's push to combine green technology with homegrown manufacturing.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read
UK Battery Breakthrough Powers EVs in Arctic Cold
Planet WinsFeb 11

UK Battery Breakthrough Powers EVs in Arctic Cold

A British company's new battery technology just passed 1,500 charging cycles and works in extreme cold, solving two of electric vehicles' biggest challenges. The breakthrough could make EVs practical in freezing climates where they've struggled.

Google: electric vehicle milestone2 min read
Nissan's Battery Breakthrough Could Double EV Range by 2028
InnovationApr 21

Nissan's Battery Breakthrough Could Double EV Range by 2028

Nissan just cleared a major hurdle in solid-state battery technology that could give electric vehicles twice the range and charge in one-third the time. The breakthrough keeps the automaker on track to launch revolutionary EVs within four years.

Google: electric vehicle milestone2 min read
BC Tech School Trains EV Mechanics With New Fire Safety Tech
SolutionsFeb 16

BC Tech School Trains EV Mechanics With New Fire Safety Tech

A Canadian college is teaching the next generation of electric vehicle mechanics how to handle battery fires using innovative American safety technology. With nearly one in four new cars in British Columbia going electric, the demand for skilled EV technicians has never been higher.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read

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