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    From tailpipe to brake: The new frontier in emission control
    Over the past 30 years, automakers in the European Union region have succeeded in reducing the emissions of harmful pollutants such as carbon monoxide (CO), nitrogen oxide (NOX), and particulate matter (PM) from new vehicles, thanks to increasingly stringent emission standards implemented by the European Commission. According to the European Automobile Manufacturers Association (ACEA), vehicular emissions have decreased by 90% between the Euro 1 and Euro 6 emission standards. As emissions from v...
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    “We’re building one of India’s first EV charging hubs with off-grid solar plant and battery energy storage system (BESS) in Gujarat,” Kartikey Hariyani, Founder & CEO, ChargeZone
    Kartikey Hariyani, Founder & CEO, ChargeZone spoke to Amit Panday, Senior Research Analyst, S&P Global Mobility, on a wide range of topics, including the growing EV adoption in India and its impact on capacity utilization of its existing EV charging infrastructure. While the capital-intensive EV charging infrastructure business is facing heat globally amid a slowdown in the adoption of battery electric vehicles (BEVs), Hariyani, a Stanford alumnus and an electrical engineer at heart, fir...
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    California surpasses 200,000 public EV charging ports with new incentives for buyers
    California, US, has achieved a milestone by surpassing 200,000 publicly available and shared electric vehicle charging ports, as announced by Gov. Gavin Newsom. This marks an increase of 22,631 since March, with the current number standing at 201,180, which is 68% more than the gasoline nozzles statewide, according to the California Energy Commission (CEC). These chargers can be found in publicly accessible places such as grocery stores and gas stations, with shared chargers located at places...
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    UK government mulls financial aid for Jaguar Land Rover suppliers amid cyberattack shutdown
    The UK government is considering financial assistance for the struggling suppliers of Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) following an extended shutdown due to a cyberattack, which will last until Oct. 1, Reuters reported Sept. 26. JLR, owned by Tata Motors of India, operates three factories in the UK, producing nearly 1,000 cars daily. According to the BBC, the shutdown is reportedly costing the company about £50 million a week, with many of its 33,000 employees instructed to stay home. A parliame...
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    Stellantis becomes latest target in Salesforce data breach
    Stellantis announced that it recently fell victim to a data breach involving its Salesforce instance, resulting in the theft of North American customer information. This incident is part of a series of ongoing assaults on Salesforce instances, where attackers employ social engineering tactics to persuade victims into downloading malicious third-party applications. The hacking group known as shinyHunters claims responsibility for the breach at Stellantis, a name previously associated with at...
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    NHTSA delays five-star safety rating updates to 2027 after automaker requests
    The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced a delay in implementing changes to its five-star safety rating program after automakers requested more time to comply, according to a report published by Reuters on Sept. 19, 2025. In 2024, the NHTSA introduced updates to the New Car Assessment Program (NCAP), incorporating features such as blind-spot warning, lane-keeping assist and pedestrian automatic emergency braking. These updates were initially intended for the 2026 m...
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    Stellantis plans production suspension at European plants amid declining demand – report
    Stellantis plans to temporarily halt production at several European plants due to a decrease in demand for specific models, including the Alfa Romeo Tonale sport utility vehicle, according to a Bloomberg report on Sept. 24. The automaker will stop production of the Tonale and Fiat Panda vehicles at its Pomigliano plant in Italy starting Sept. 29, following discussions with local labor union representatives. Moreover, Stellantis has confirmed a production suspension at its Poissy plant near Pa...
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    Sweden grants approval to Lyten to acquire Northvolt’s assets
    Mikael Kubu, the insolvency administrator in Sweden, confirmed that all necessary approvals for the takeover of Swedish battery manufacturer Northvolt by US battery technology company Lyten have been granted. The transaction is expected to be finalized by the end of October. Separate negotiations will determine whether construction will continue at the Northvolt plant in Heide, Germany. Kubu indicated that the Swedish state authority, ISP, has approved the acquisition, and all required p...
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    BYD says it has backup plan if access to NVIDIA chips is cut off — report
    Mainland Chinese electric-car maker BYD has a contingency plan in place should it face restrictions on using NVIDIA chips in its vehicles, according to a report from CNBC on Sept. 23, citing Stella Li, the company's executive vice president. Although the mainland Chinese government has not directed BYD to discontinue using NVIDIA products, Li emphasized the importance of having a backup plan. She refrained from detailing this alternative but mentioned BYD's ability to swiftly navigate supply cha...
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    Australia allocates A$40 million to expand public kerbside, fast EV charging infrastructure
    The Australian government is allocating A$40 million to support the installation of nationwide public kerbside and fast electric vehicle charging points as part of its Net Zero Plan. This initiative is aimed at encouraging Australians to transition to EVs, thereby reducing transportation costs and emissions in the sector. Significant investments have been made by the Commonwealth, state and territory governments in public charging infrastructure, particularly in the past four years. The gover...
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    Tesla approved to test autonomous robo-taxis in Phoenix Metro area
    Tesla has received approval from Arizona's Transportation Department to test autonomous robo-taxi vehicles with a safety monitor in the Phoenix Metro area, according to a Reuters report dated Sept. 20. The company applied for this permit in June with the intention of trialing an autonomous vehicle ride-sharing service. While Tesla has not commented on the development, the department did not specify when the tests would commence or their duration. Tesla CEO Elon Musk has indicated a goal ...
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    Fescaro collaborates with TÜV Nord to enhance automotive cybersecurity solutions
    Fescaro and TÜV Nord have entered into an agreement to develop a comprehensive solution to aid automakers and suppliers in meeting cybersecurity compliance requirements. This solution will offer consulting for cybersecurity management systems, education and training, provision and validation of security solutions, and ensure regulatory compliance. The collaboration aims to leverage Fescaro's automotive cybersecurity technology and TÜV Nord's certification expertise to provide tailored services...
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    New Jersey announces $20 million in grants to fund purchase of electric buses and installation of public EV charging stations
    To commemorate National Drive Electric Month, the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) has announced $20 million in grants for electric school buses and public charging stations. This monthlong event, from Sept. 12 to Oct. 12, aims to promote the benefits of electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles. The NJDEP's Electric School Bus Grant Program is offering $10 million to replace diesel school buses with electric ones, addressing harmful emissions from diesel. Similarly, ...
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    Illinois Transportation Department announces $18.4 million in grants for expanding EV charging infrastructure
    Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker, Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul and the Illinois Transportation Department have announced that $18.4 million in grants will be allocated to construct 25 electric vehicle charging stations along interstate corridors in Illinois, US. This funding, arising from the second round of the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program, aims to promote community investment and economic development, aligned with Illinois' goal of having 1 million EVs registere...
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    Green NCAP introduces Sustainability Ratings to assess environmental impact of cars
    The Green New Car Assessment Program (Green NCAP), an independent organization that promotes the development of clean and energy-efficient vehicles, has introduced a new Sustainability Ratings system to evaluate the environmental impact of cars throughout their lifetime, taking into account factors such as efficiency, real-world range and charging capabilities. This assessment includes a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), which evaluates emissions from production to disposal. Among the 12 cars tested,...
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    Xiaomi EV recalls SU7 EVs due to driver assistance software flaws
    Xiaomi EV is recalling 116,887 SU7 electric vehicles due to flaws in the driver assistance software that may not handle extreme scenarios effectively. This recall represents about one-third of the SU7 sedans sold by the company and was prompted by a fatal accident involving the SU7 that occurred earlier in 2025. The vehicles affected were manufactured between Feb. 6, 2024, and Aug. 30, 2025. According to China's State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR), the issue involves the Level 2 hi...
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    China’s EV charging network continues to expand rapidly
    China's electric vehicle charging infrastructure has experienced significant growth, with a total of nearly 17.35 million units installed by the end of August, marking a 53.5% increase from the previous year, as reported by official data on Sept. 18. Public EV charging facilities reached approximately 4.32 million units, reflecting a 37.8% rise year over year, with a combined rated power of 196 million kW, according to the National Energy Administration. Additionally, private charging facilit...
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    California awards $1.1 million to It's electric for curbside vehicle-to-grid EV charger development
    The California Energy Commission (CEC) has awarded $1.1 million to Brooklyn-based It's electric to develop, certify and commercialize the world's first curbside vehicle-to-grid electric vehicle charger. This initiative is part of the Enabling Electric Vehicles as Distributed Energy Resources grant under California's Electric Program Investment Charge (EPIC) Program, aimed at advancing the state's climate goals through innovative energy technologies. In partnership with the University of ...
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    Nissan tests ProPilot Assist in reducing traffic congestion in California
    Nissan Motor Co. is focusing on reducing traffic congestion through its ProPilot Assist technology, which was showcased in a pilot study conducted in Contra Costa County, California. This initiative, in collaboration with the University of California, Berkeley, and local transportation authorities, aimed at promoting cooperative cruising among vehicles equipped with Nissan's ProPilot system. The system, featured in models such as the Rogue and Altima, facilitates real-time data sharing on speed,...
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    NHTSA initiates probe into 174,000 Model Y over door handle issue
    The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has initiated an investigation into nearly 174,000 Tesla Model Y cars from the 2021 model year following reports of inoperative electronic door handles, Reuters reported Sept. 16. The US federal vehicle safety agency confirmed receiving complaints about the inability to open exterior doors, particularly when parents attempted to exit the vehicle to attend to their child or place their child in the rear seat before starting a journey. ...
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    Canada waives emissions-free vehicle mandate as part of economic relief package
    Canada has announced a waiver on the mandate requiring 20% of all vehicles sold in 2026 to be emissions-free. This decision is part of a broader aid package aimed at mitigating the adverse effects of US tariffs on various sectors, including steel and aluminum. The target was initially set by the Liberal government under former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau in 2023. Prime Minister Mark Carney, Trudeau's successor, explained that waiving this requirement would provide financial relief to automa...
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    Seeing Machines adds alcohol impairment detection to driver monitoring system
    Seeing Machines has announced an enhancement to its Driver Monitoring System (DMS) technology, now capable of detecting non-drowsy driver impairment, including alcohol-related impairment. This system, already in over 3.7 million cars and 60,000 trucks, has previously focused on detecting distracted and drowsy driving. The development allows detection of alcohol impairment to the level required by European NCAP standards. In the US, DMS has mainly been used to ensure driver engagement with system...
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    Spanish government grants €54 million to Inobat to set up a battery gigafactory in the city of Valladolid
    Spain’s Ministry of Industry and Tourism has awarded Inobat a €54 million grant, plus a €456,000 loan, to build a battery gigafactory in the city of Valladolid, Spain, the ministry announced Sept. 8. Inobat, a Slovakian battery technology company, plans to develop a battery gigafactory, with the project requiring an investment of €712 million. The battery project is expected to generate 260 direct jobs and approximately 500 indirect jobs in the region. The proposed plant is expected t...
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    Australia allocates A$12.3 million for its first electric truck charging hub
    The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA), a unit of the Australian government, plans to support the development of a dedicated electric truck charging hub — a first for Australia — in Melbourne, ARENA announced Sept. 11. The energy agency plans to allocate a total of A$12.3 million in funding to Mondo Power, which will develop, construct and operate the planned electric truck charging hub in Melbourne’s west to demonstrate the technical and commercial feasibility for fleets to ele...
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    Government of Newfoundland and Labrador allocates additional investment of C$3.8 million to expand EV charging infrastructure
    The government of Newfoundland and Labrador, in partnership with Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro (NL Hydro) in Canada, has announced an additional investment of C$3.8 million to expand the province’s electric vehicle charging infrastructure, the provincial government said in a press note issued on Aug. 29. NL Hydro has also invested C$463,000 in the said project to support the expansion of EV charging infrastructure in the region. The project will see the construction of four fast-chargi...
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    Vulcan Energy secures permit to build and operate battery-grade lithium hydroxide production plant in Frankfurt
    Vulcan Energy has secured the permit to build and operate its Central Lithium Plant (CLP) for the phase one Lionheart Project, aimed at producing battery-quality lithium hydroxide monohydrate (LHM) at Industrial Park Höchst in Frankfurt, Germany. This plant is essential to the project's goal of producing carbon-neutral lithium and renewable energy from deep geothermal brine, thereby decarbonizing lithium production and contributing to Europe's independence in critical raw materials. Durin...
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    France introduces €1,000 grant for EVs with European-made batteries
    France has introduced a new €1,000 grant for individuals purchasing electric vehicles assembled in Europe with European-made batteries. Starting from Oct. 1, buyers of eligible vehicles will automatically receive the discount at the point of sale. This initiative comes in addition to other EV purchase bonuses such as the bonus écologique, allowing modest-income households to benefit from up to €5,200 off a new EV purchase. The €1,000 grant is a fixed amount and does not vary based on h...
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    Kempower launches Denmark’s first megawatt-charging station
    Kempower, a Finnish supplier of DC fast-charging solutions, has launched Denmark's first megawatt electric vehicle charging station under the country's new subsidy program for electric trucks. The Danish government's Funding Scheme for the Green Transition of Heavy Transport, which opened Sept. 3, involves a pledge of 352.5 million kroner (approximately $55.26 million) to assist logistics companies in investing in electric trucks and charging infrastructure. This subsidy is fun...
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    Seeing Machines develops advanced driver monitoring system technology to detect alcohol impairment in vehicles
    Seeing Machines has unveiled a new feature in its driver monitoring system (DMS) that can detect non-drowsy driver impairment, including alcohol-related impairment. Mike Lenné, chief safety officer of Seeing Machines, said that its technology, already in over 3.7 million cars and 60,000 trucks, has long been able to detect and prevent distracted and drowsy driving. Now, after extensive research and testing, it can also identify alcohol impairment to meet European New Car Assessment Pr...
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    Portsmouth City Council, UK, partners Zest to install over 300 EV chargers
    The Portsmouth City Council in the UK is advancing its electric mobility infrastructure, with new on-street electric vehicle charge points being installed throughout the city. Portsmouth City Council, in collaboration with charge-point operator (CPO) Zest, has already installed over 150 EV chargepoints on lampposts and bollards, marking a significant upgrade to the city's EV infrastructure. This initiative aims to facilitate easier vehicle charging for residents, supported by the government's...
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    NHTSA proposes updates to vehicle safety standards for automated driving systems
    Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy on Sept. 4 announced that the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) initiated three rulemaking processes. These processes aim to modernize the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) for vehicles equipped with automated driving systems. These standards, originally established decades ago, do not accommodate the advancements in automated vehicles. The initiative is part of the agency's Automated Vehicle Framework, aligning with Secret...
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    NHTSA investigates 287,000 Chrysler minivans for potential steering malfunctions
    The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has begun investigating nearly 287,000 Chrysler minivans over reports of steering malfunctions that could potentially lead to crashes. The probe, announced Sept. 8, covers Chrysler Pacifica minivans from model years 2017 to 2018 and Chrysler Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid minivans from model year 2017. The investigation focuses on issues with the vehicles' electric power steering. The federal vehicle safety agency initiated the investigat...
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    Hyundai halts Georgia battery facility construction following immigration raid
    Hyundai Motor has halted construction work at its electric vehicle battery plant in Ellabell, Georgia, after a raid by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officials resulted in the arrest of hundreds of workers, according to a report by The Independent on Sept. 6. About 475 workers, mostly South Korean nationals, were detained by the immigration officials, marking the largest single-site enforcement by the US Department of Homeland Security. The report mentioned that Homeland Se...
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    Stellantis joins GlobalPlatform to enhance cybersecurity in software-defined vehicles
    Stellantis has joined GlobalPlatform, an organization focusing on cybersecurity standardization for software-defined vehicles (SDVs), in an effort to enhance cross-industry collaboration. Stellantis, which manages 14 major automotive brands including Alfa Romeo, Chrysler, Fiat and Jeep, is integrating its technologies with evolving automotive use cases and regulatory demands. With this collaboration, Bill Mazzara, North American regulatory lead and technical fellow for Product Cybersecurity...
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    Somerset Council in the UK secures £3.78 million to expand EV charging infrastructure
    Plans to introduce on-street electric vehicle charge points and expand Somerset, UK's EV charging network are expected to progress significantly as the Somerset Council has received £3,783,000 in fresh funding from the UK government's Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) Fund. This funding will support the installation of charge points in both urban and rural areas throughout Somerset, addressing the needs of the 27% of properties that lack off-street parking. The council is in the p...
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    Indian tax panel suggests higher levies on luxury EVs
    An Indian tax panel has recommended significant increases in levies on luxury electric vehicles priced above $46,000, as indicated by a government document, according to a report by Reuters dated Sept. 2. This proposal is part of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's broader effort to reform India's tax system and encourage the purchase of domestic goods amid strained trade relations with the US. The panel proposed raising the goods and services tax (GST) for EVs priced between 2 million rupees and ...
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    Magna announces closure of Qualtech Seating Systems plant in Canada
    Magna International has decided to permanently close its Qualtech Seating Systems plant in London, Canada, affecting approximately 49 jobs, including 33 unionized positions, according to a report by The London Free Press published Aug. 15. The plant, which was involved in producing seat assemblies and foam for General Motors' (GM) BrightDrop electric vans, will cease operations by Oct. 10. This decision comes in the wake of GM's shutdown of its CAMI Assembly plant in Ingersoll, Ontario, ...
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    Tesla set to introduce FSD (Supervised) technology in Australia
    Tesla is preparing to introduce its Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology in Australia. The electric vehicle company has been present in Australia for a while, but it was only recently that it decided to bring the FSD system to the market there. More than 50,000 Tesla owners in Australia will soon have the option to activate the FSD (Supervised) system. However, government officials have warned owners of the advanced nature of the technology, cautioning that it might cause drivers to be overly depe...
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    South Korea increases EV subsidies budget for 2026
    The South Korean government has announced an increase in subsidies for electric vehicles for the upcoming year, raising the maximum support to 4 million won (approximately $2,883). A new program will provide an additional subsidy of up to 1 million won for individuals scrapping or selling their internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles in favor of electric ones, while maintaining the existing purchase subsidy of 3 million won. These provisions are part of the 2026 budget plan, which...
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    Canada invests C$22.7 million to expand EV charging infrastructure in British Columbia
    The Canadian government is allocating nearly C$22.7 million to expand electric vehicle charging infrastructure in British Columbia. This funding will support eight projects across the province, resulting in the installation of over 480 new EV chargers. Federal Infrastructure Minister Gregor Robertson announced this expansion in Victoria, British Columbia, highlighting that the chargers will be situated in high-demand areas, busy highway corridors, main travel routes, public spaces, workp...
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    GlobalFoundries secures CHIPS Act funding without equity deals amid US government stakes in companies
    GlobalFoundries said that its funding under the CHIPS Act remains secure and does not involve any equity arrangements, following the US government's recent acquisition of a 10% equity stake in Intel, according to a report published by Reuters on Aug. 27. At the Deutsche Bank Technology Conference, John Hollister, the company's CFO, confirmed that it is receiving government funding as per its milestone achievements.  The government's stake in Intel came with a deal involving NVIDIA and AM...
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    Monta joins ChargeUK, committing to expand access to EV chargers
    Monta has joined ChargeUK, the UK's national trade association for the electric vehicle charging industry, to enhance EV charging access and reliability in the UK. This aligns Monta with other industry stakeholders such as Gridserve, Kempower, Source EV, Alpitronic and Urban Fox. As the UK transitions to battery-powered vehicles, new petrol vehicle registrations decreased by 4.2% and diesel-powered remained largely flat, resulting in a combined market share of just over 51.6%. In June 20...
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    Cambodia reduces road tax and charging fees to boost EV adoption
    Cambodia has implemented a reduction in road tax for electric vehicles, including small four-door cargo and passenger vehicles, in an effort to promote EV adoption in the country. The new road tax rates are determined by the age of the vehicle. Users of new vehicles will pay between $25 and $200, whereas those with vehicles at least 10 years old will incur fees between $15 and $50. This change stems from the Ministry of Economy and Finance's announcement and aligns with the National Policy on...
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    BYD avoids EU tariffs by exporting EVs from its Thailand-based manufacturing plant
    Mainland Chinese automaker BYD has begun exporting electric vehicles produced at its manufacturing plant in Thailand to Europe, marking a first for the company. Over 900 units of the BYD Dolphin have been shipped to Germany, Belgium and the UK. These vehicles departed from Thailand aboard a BYD vessel named BYD Zhengzhou, which is making its first journey from Thailand to Europe. The BYD factory in Rayong, Thailand, which has been operational since July 2024, is the company's first fully-o...
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    US DOE announces nearly $1 billion funding for critical minerals and materials supply chain
    The US Energy Department (US DOE) has announced its intention to issue notices of funding opportunities (NOFO) totaling nearly $1 billion, aimed at advancing and scaling technologies related to mining, processing and manufacturing across key stages of the critical minerals and materials supply chain. This initiative is aligned with US President Trump's Executive Order focused on securing American energy dominance, national security and industrial competitiveness by ensuring a more secure and aff...
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    Waymo receives permit to test autonomous cars in New York City
    Waymo, the autonomous vehicle subsidiary of Alphabet, has received its first permit from the New York Transportation Department to test its autonomous cars in New York City. The company will begin testing with eight cars operating in Manhattan and downtown Brooklyn. The testing will continue until late September, with the possibility of extending the testing period further. In compliance with New York state law, a trained autonomous vehicle specialist will always be present behind the steering w...
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    Massachusetts plans to allocate $46 million to support EV charging infrastructure
    The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) has announced a $46 million allocation through fiscal year 2027, dedicated to developing electric vehicle charging infrastructure across Massachusetts, US. This funding will support the strategic expansion of EV chargers, particularly in western and central Massachusetts, including an infrastructure for medium- and heavy-duty vehicles. Concurrently, the Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Coordinating Council (EVICC), which coo...
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    Braunschweig University of Technology plans to open a dedicated R&D center for recycling of batteries and fuel cells
    The Braunschweig University of Technology in Germany has announced its plan to launch a Center for Circular Production of Next Batteries and Fuel Cells (CPC) to accelerate research and development activities focused on innovative recycling processes for batteries and fuel cells.  The research facility, which is expected to be operational by 2027, will span 3,700 square meters and accommodate about 150 scientists working on circular production and recycling for batteries and fue...
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    US Commerce Department imposes 50% tariffs on steel and aluminum products
    The US Commerce Department has announced an increase in tariffs on 407 products, including wind turbines, mobile cranes, bulldozers and other heavy equipment, as well as electric vehicle parts, with immediate effect. These products are now subject to a 50% tariff on any steel and aluminum content. The tariffs also extend to imported parts for automotive exhaust systems and electrical steel for EVs, despite concerns from foreign automakers about insufficient domestic capacity to meet...
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    Norwegian car importers form new company for EV battery return and recycling
    Norwegian car importers have established a new company, Autoretur Battery Recycling (ABR), to manage the recycling and return of electric vehicle batteries. Approved by the Norwegian Environment Agency, ABR was formed by the Norwegian Automobile Importers' Association (BIL) to uphold producer responsibility for high-energy batteries. ABR CEO Erik Andresen emphasized that its comprehensive approach embodies circular economy principles by safely collecting and treating these batteries, which ca...
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    Tellus Power secures major NEVI funding for EV chargers in California
    Tellus Power Globe Holding Ltd. has announced that its chargers are expected to be installed at 33 electric vehicle charging sites under California's second round of the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program funding. The California Energy Commission proposed $36.88 million in NEVI awards to support up to 65 EV fast-charging sites across the state. With the expectation of deploying chargers at approximately 50% of these awarded sites, Tellus Power anticipates being the most i...
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    Iberdrola España secures contract to install 98 EV charging points in the city of Murcia, Spain
    Iberdrola España has initiated the installation of electric vehicle charging points in Murcia, Spain, after securing a contract from the city's council in December 2024. The contract stipulates the provision of 190 parking spaces dedicated to charging EVs within the city. Recently, José Ballesta, the mayor of Murcia; along with Enrique Planells, manager for Large Customers and Public Administrations in the Region of Murcia; and Miguel Ángel Cerdán, institutional representative; visit...
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    UK government extends grants for plug-in vans and electric trucks to at least 2027
    The UK government has confirmed funding to support the adoption of electric vans and trucks, benefiting thousands of drivers and businesses with lower prices for electric vehicles. On Aug. 18, the government announced its plan to extend the plug-in van and truck grants to at least 2027.  The UK government offers discounts of up to £2,500 for small vans, £5,000 for large vans, £16,000 for small trucks, and £25,000 for large trucks under its plug-in van and truck grant initiative....
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    WeRide founder and CEO Tony Han steering committee on autonomous vehicles in Singapore
    WeRide announced that its Founder and CEO Tony Han has been invited by the Singaporean government to join the steering committee on autonomous vehicles, China Daily reported Aug. 13. This committee includes leaders from various sectors such as autonomous vehicles, public transport and union representatives, as well as government bodies, to oversee the rollout of autonomous vehicles in Singapore. WeRide and Waymo are the only international enterprises on the committee. Han will play a significant...
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    Prague commissions installation of 1,500 publicly accessible EV charging stations
    The Prague City Council has approved a significant investment project to develop zero-emission urban mobility by installing up to 1,500 publicly accessible slow charging stations for electric vehicles throughout the city. The city plans to own these EV charging stations, which are aimed at supporting all residents, particularly those without home charging options, to transition to electromobility. First Deputy Mayor for Transport Zdeněk Hřib emphasized the importance of accessible p...
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    Scotland provides over £3 million to support EV charging infrastructure
    A coalition of local authorities in northwest Scotland has received over £3 million in funding to enhance public electric vehicle charging infrastructure. This funding, which is part of the Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Fund, aims to foster collaboration between the public and private sectors. The project is led by Highlands and Islands Transport Partnership (HITRANS) and involves the councils of Argyll and Bute, Orkney, Shetland and Comhairle nan Eilean Siar (Western Isles) to improve EV ...
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    Canada invests over C$25 million in projects to enhance zero-emission vehicle infrastructure
    Canada is advancing its transition to zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) by investing more than C$25 million in 33 projects. These projects focus on enhancing electric vehicle charging access, decarbonizing freight transportation, and developing technologies for medium- and heavy-duty trucks. As part of this initiative, Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) has allocated over C$9.7 million to 23 projects under the Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program (ZEVIP) to install more than 850 EV cha...
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    Rock Tech Lithium receives €250,000 in fresh funding from German government
    Rock Tech Lithium Inc. has received funding from the German Federal Ministry for Research, Technology and Space for a project titled ELiSePro, which stands for Efficient Lithium Recovery Using Selective Processes. The initiative aims to enhance lithium yield at the company's Guben, Germany, site, contributing to Germany's raw material independence. Rock Tech will collaborate with RWTH Aachen University on this project to explore various ion separation methods, such as nanofiltrat...
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    CATL confirms suspension of operations at Yichun lithium mine in mainland China
    CATL has confirmed the suspension of production operations at a significant lithium mine in the Yichun area of Jiangxi province in mainland China, following the expiration of its mining permit on Aug. 9. The company is in the process of expediting the permit renewal and intends to resume operations once approval is received, saying the suspension will have a minimal impact on its overall operations. A local media outlet, Cailian, reported that while the mining permit for CATL's Jianxi...
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    Colorado approves $5 million in fresh grants to expand EV charging infrastructure
    The Colorado Energy Office (CEO) has announced the allocation of $5 million in state funding through the Direct-Current Fast-Charging (DCFC) Plazas program to create 56 new fast-charger ports at nine sites across Colorado, US. This initiative is part of the seventh round of the program, aiming to enhance access to electric vehicle chargers statewide. This expansion will boost Colorado's network of over 1,400 fast-charger ports by approximately 4%. Gov. Jared Polis and CEO Executive Directo...
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    US resumes funding for EV chargers after court overturns previous halt decision
    The US has resumed funding for electric vehicle chargers after a federal court overturned a previous decision to halt the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program. The Trump administration has issued new guidance detailing how states can utilize federal funds to build EV chargers. These guidelines aim to streamline applications and reduce bureaucratic barriers to access the program's $5 billion in funding, which is scheduled to expire in 2026. The updated policy no longer requi...
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    NVIDIA and AMD agree to pay 15% of China sales to US government
    NVIDIA and AMD have reached an agreement to pay the US government 15% of their revenue from sales of specific chips in China to secure export licenses, according to a report from the BBC dated Aug. 11. This development follows previous US restrictions on the sale of advanced chips, particularly those used in AI, to China due to national security concerns. Security experts, including some who served during the first term of US President Trump's administration, recently expressed concerns ...
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    Trump administration plans tariffs on semiconductors, impacting US hardware and AI companies
    The semiconductor industry is experiencing significant developments as US President Donald Trump announced on CNBC's Squawk Box that his administration plans to introduce tariffs on semiconductors and chips, potentially as soon as next week. However, the details of these tariffs remain unspecified. This move could have profound implications for US hardware and AI companies. In 2022, the US CHIPs and Science Act was enacted, providing $52 billion in subsidies to encourage domestic chip manufactur...
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    Italy offers nearly €600 million in subsidies to boost EV purchases
    Italy has approved subsidies amounting to nearly €600 million to boost the purchase of electric vehicles due to lagging sales, as announced by the Environment and Energy Ministry. These subsidies aim to encourage the acquisition of electric cars and commercial vehicles by offering up to €10,000 to individuals and up to €20,000 to small firms, covering up to 30% of the vehicle's total purchase price. The financial support is part of the EU's post-COVID recovery funds and is targeted at i...
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    CATL suspends production at a major lithium mine in Yichun for three months
    CATL has reportedly suspended operations at its significant lithium mine in Jianxiawo, Yichun, in the Jiangxi province of mainland China. While unfavorable for CATL, the development might benefit other lithium producers who have endured prolonged price suppression. The cessation of operations is attributed to CATL's inability to renew a vital mining license that expired Aug. 9. The company is in discussions with government agencies to extend the license but is preparing for a closure las...
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    Indiana announces over $3.3 million to support EV charging infrastructure
    Go Electric Vehicle Indiana (GOEVIN) has announced the recipients of its Charging Infrastructure Funding Opportunity, which aims to expand publicly accessible direct current fast charging (DCFC) and Level 2 charging infrastructure across Indiana, US. GOEVIN is a public-private partnership including the Indiana Environmental Management Department and Drive Clean Indiana. The organization is committed to promoting electric vehicle adoption and providing educational information on the benef...
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    NHTSA to examine Tesla's Full Self-Driving features and robo-taxi service
    The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has shown interest in examining Tesla's Full Self-Driving features, particularly its driverless-taxi service. The US safety regulator communicated with Tesla on July 1 to arrange a visit to Austin to experience the service firsthand, as detailed in an email uploaded to the NHTSA's website on Aug. 7. The regulators also requested information on the size of Tesla's robo-taxi fleet, plans for public rollout, and the use of...
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    Geely Auto secures AI safety certification under ISO/PAS 8800 from SGS-TÜV Saar
    SGS-TÜV Saar has awarded Geely Auto the world's first certification for AI safety process compliance under the ISO/PAS 8800:2024, marking an important milestone in the automotive industry. This certification affirms that Geely Auto's safety process architecture aligns with the latest standards for AI systems in road vehicles, setting a precedent for secure and standardized AI integration in autonomous driving technologies. With AI playing a crucial role in advanced mobility by enhancing sensing...
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    Zoox's self-driving vehicles certified for public road demonstrations by NHTSA
    The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has certified the self-driving vehicles of Amazon.com's subsidiary, Zoox, for demonstration purposes and concluded its investigation into their compliance with federal requirements. The probe, initiated in 2022, examined whether Zoox's vehicles, which lack traditional driving controls, met safety standards during self-certification. Zoox applied for exemptions from some federal safety requirements in June, which the NHTSA granted, all...
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    California Energy Commission launches $55 million incentive program to drive installation of fast chargers
    The California Energy Commission (CEC) has launched the Fast Charge California Project, a $55 million incentive program aimed at covering up to 100% of the installation costs for electric vehicle fast chargers at business and public sites statewide. CEC said that the applications for this program will be accepted until Oct. 29. This initiative is part of the California Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Project (CALeVIP), which is the largest EV charging incentive program in the US. Since its in...
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    Nissan’s Sunderland plant in the UK unveils £1.4 million charging station for electric heavy vehicles
    Japanese carmaker Nissan has launched an electric truck charging station at its Sunderland Plant in the UK. This electric vehicle charging station is part of an initiative to establish an electric, end-to-end supply chain that will result in a reduction of 1,500 metric tons of CO2 emissions annually. The charging facility, which has been developed with an investment of about £1.4 million, includes seven charging stations capable of powering up to 10 electric heavy goods v...
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    German ministry introduces ordinance for testing remote-controlled vehicles on public roads
    The German Federal Ministry of Transport has established the Road Traffic Remote Control Ordinance (StVFernLV) to allow testing of remote-controlled motor vehicles on public roads, set to take effect on Dec. 1, according to a report published by Electricdrive on July 30. The regulation aims to integrate remote steering technology with autonomous driving, enabling remote intervention in complex traffic situations. Potential applications include car sharing and municipal services, where vehicle...
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    India builds a network of more than 29,000 EV charging stations
    India achieved a major milestone in electric mobility with 29,277 public electric vehicle charging stations installed nationwide, according to the Ministry of Heavy Industries. Karnataka emerged as the leading state with 6,097 public charging stations, followed by Maharashtra with 4,155 and Uttar Pradesh with 2,326. Tier-2 cities also significantly contributed to the expansion, hosting 4,625 charging stations as of April 2025. The country's EV charging infrastructure has grown nearly fivef...
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    New York state announces over $21 million to support adoption of zero-emission vehicles
    New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has announced the availability of over $21 million to support zero-emission mobility transportation solutions. The state government's Clean Mobility Program aims to fund community-led demonstration projects that enhance connections through micromobility, ride-sharing and on-demand shared transportation options. This initiative seeks to reduce pollution and provide residents, especially in underserved areas, with affordable transportation solutions to access ser...
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    Shanghai grants new round of autonomous vehicle permits at WAIC 2025
    Shanghai issued new demonstrative operation licenses for driverless intelligent connected vehicles, marking a major milestone in the city's autonomous driving roadmap. The announcement was made during the 2025 World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC), held from July 26 to July 28, as reported by CGTN on July 28. Pony.ai, Baidu and Saike Intelligent Technology were among the first recipients of the new licenses. Covering four vehicle models and two key business scenarios, the licenses a...
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    TNGECL to establish 500 EV charging stations across Tamil Nadu, India
    Tamil Nadu Green Energy Corp. Ltd. (TNGECL) plans to establish 500 electric vehicle charging stations throughout the Indian state of Tamil Nadu as part of efforts to promote EVs and reduce pollution in the state. Recently, TNGECL signed a memorandum of understanding with the Institute for Transportation and Development Policy (ITDP) for technical support. A team from TNGECL and ITDP visited New Delhi to study the city's EV model, focusing on its policies, infrastructure and strategies fo...
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    Freudenberg Sealing Technologies transitions New Hampshire site to e-mobility and hydrogen focus
    Freudenberg Sealing Technologies (FST) is undergoing a significant transformation at its Manchester, New Hampshire, site, transitioning from producing gaskets for combustion engines to focusing on e-mobility and hydrogen applications. This shift is supported by major investments and a funding initiative from the US Energy Department. The site will now prioritize manufacturing sealing solutions for battery housings and e-drive systems, necessitating the introduction of new semi- and fully-auto...
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    Thailand revises EV incentive packages to boost EV production and exports
    Thailand's National Electric Vehicle Policy Committee (EV Board) has approved changes to the EV3 and EV3.5 incentive packages to promote the country as an export hub for battery-electric vehicles (BEVs). The revisions, proposed by the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI), include a rule where one vehicle produced for export counts as 1.5 vehicles, potentially boosting electric vehicle exports to approximately 12,500 units in 2025 and about 52,000 in 2026. Additionally, the EV Board has extende...
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    Ather Energy collaborates with DPIIT to boost clean mobility and advanced manufacturing in India
    Ather Energy, an electric two-wheeler manufacturer, has entered into a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), part of India's Ministry of Commerce and Industry. As announced by the ministry, the MOU is designed to accelerate the growth of the clean mobility and advanced manufacturing sectors in India. Under this agreement, Ather Energy will collaborate with DPIIT through the Build in Bharat initiative, part of the Startup Polic...
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    UK government launches £25 million fund to support installation of EV charging cables
    The UK government is introducing a £25 million fund aimed at supporting local authorities in the installation of pavement channels for electric vehicle charging cables. This initiative is designed to make home charging more accessible for EV drivers who lack a driveway. The Electric Vehicle Pavement Channels Grant forms part of a larger £63 million package announced by the Department for Transport (DfT) back in July 2025, with the goal of facilitating the transition to EVs throughout the UK...
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    San Francisco secures $5 million in grant to support expansion of EV charging infrastructure
    San Francisco's Mayor Daniel Lurie and the Board of Supervisors have secured a $5 million grant from the California Energy Commission (CEC) to install electric vehicle charging infrastructure in San Francisco. This grant, combined with a $2.8 million contribution from the city, will fund the installation of 403 new EV charging ports at city-owned facilities. This infrastructure will support 800 additional light-duty EVs, covering 40% of the city's non-public safety light-duty fleet. The City ...
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    US reaches trade agreement with South Korea; imposes 15% tariff on import of all goods
    The US has reached a new trade agreement with South Korea, imposing a tariff of 15% on all goods imported from the Asian country, CNN Business reported July 30. US President Donald Trump termed the bilateral trade agreement, which was announced before the Aug. 1 deadline, as a “full and complete trade deal.” Announcing the deal on his social networking website Truth Social, Trump said the deal would also pave the way for investment of $350 million from South Korea...
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    Tesla plans chauffeur-style service in San Francisco Bay Area with human drivers
    Tesla plans to offer a chauffeur-style service with human drivers to a limited audience in the San Francisco Bay Area, Reuters reported July 25. This development is contrary to reports suggesting Tesla would offer a robo-taxi service. Currently, Tesla cannot operate autonomous vehicles as it lacks the necessary permits and has not applied for them, unlike Waymo, a unit of Alphabet, which operates autonomous services, Reuters reported, citing a spokesperson for the California Public Utilities Com...
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    Cornwall Council to expand EV charging network with £5.5M funding
    Cornwall Council plans to enhance its electric vehicle charging network by installing up to 2,000 charge points starting 2026. The council secured £5.5 million from the Transport Department's Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) Fund to expand the availability of charge points. These installations will provide lower power, cost-effective residential charging with slower speeds. Initially, charge points will be placed in council car parks, with additional on-street charging being intr...
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    WeRide robo-taxi secures permit for autonomous driving permit in Saudi Arabia
    WeRide has been granted Saudi Arabia's first robo-taxi autonomous driving permit to operate its autonomous vehicle business and deploy robo-taxis across the country. Pilot operations have already begun in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in partnership with Uber and local partner Ai Driver, covering areas such as King Khalid International Airport and key locations in the city. The permit was officially granted at a ceremony attended by His Excellency Eng. Saleh bin Nasser Al-Jasser, the minister of...
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    Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill seen as a setback for EV adoption in the US
    On July 4, US President Donald Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) into law with an aim of cutting down government spending to address the US' rising national debt, reducing tax liabilities for the working middle class and driving down energy costs with a massive expansion of domestic oil and production capacity, among several other key goals. When it comes to electric vehicle adoption in the US, the OBBBA terminates the $7,500 tax credit for new EV purchases and the $4,000 cr...
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    ARENA allocates A$44.9M to Calix for zero-emissions steel technology demo plant
    The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has pledged A$44.9 million to support Calix in constructing a demonstration plant utilizing its Zero Emissions Steel Technology (ZESTY). This plant, powered by renewable electricity and hydrogen, aims to produce up to 30,000 metric tons of low-carbon hydrogen direct reduced iron (HDRI) and hot briquetted iron (HBI) annually, marking a significant step toward cleaner steel production. ZESTY incorporates Calix's proprietary Flash Calciner technolog...
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    Trump finalizes bilateral trade agreement with EU, agrees to 15% import tariff on all EU goods into US
    The US has reached a framework for a trade deal with the EU, allowing the US to impose a 15% import tariff on most goods from the EU. This agreement was jointly announced by US President Donald Trump and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Sunday, July 27, at Trump's luxury golf course in Turnberry, Scotland. This development concludes a lengthy period of uncertainty with the EU, the US' largest trading partner. Trump confirmed the 15% levy on most imports from the EU, inclu...
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    UK government invests £150 million in connected and automated mobility through 2030
    The UK government has announced an additional £150 million investment to advance the nation's Connected and Automated Mobility (CAM) industry through the CAM Pathfinder program, which will run until 2030. This initiative seeks to tackle the challenges related to bringing CAM vehicles to market by providing funding to projects in the UK that are developing pioneering technologies, products and services, ranging from cutting-edge software to smart transportation solutions. The program aim...
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    Japan and US reach bilateral trade agreement with 15% reciprocal tariff rate
    Japan and the US reached a trade agreement, allowing the US to impose a reciprocal tariff rate of 15% on goods imported from Japan, CNN Business reported on July 22. “We just completed a massive deal with Japan, perhaps the largest deal ever made,” President Donald Trump said on his networking website, Truth Social. The bilateral trade deal, reached before the Aug. 1 deadline, will lower the 25% tariff announced in April 2025 on goods imported from Japan. Earlier this month, ...
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    UK launches consultation on self-driving vehicle regulations for public services
    UK's Future of Roads Minister Lilian Greenwood has initiated a consultation on the automated passenger services (APS) permitting scheme and the draft statutory instrument, which are essential for regulating taxi-, private-hire-, and bus-like services of self-driving vehicles in Great Britain. This consultation, launched July 21, seeks input from the public and industry to ensure that self-driving vehicles are safe and accessible before they become available in 2026. The focus is on safety, ...
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    WattEV plans to install three new megawatt-charging depots in Southern California
    WattEV is expanding its electric truck charging network in the US with the development of three new charging depots in the Southern California region. Funded by over $24 million in grants from the state of California, the upcoming electric truck charging hubs will be located at Otay Mesa near the US-Mexico border in San Diego County, Baker, along the I-15 corridor between Southern California and Nevada, and the Port of Long Beach, which is the country's busiest container port. These planne...
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    US imposes anti-dumping duties of 93.5% on anode-grade graphite imported from China
    The US Commerce Department plans to impose preliminary antidumping duties of 93.5% on anode-grade graphite imported from China. This decision follows conclusions that these materials, essential for electric vehicle batteries, are being sold in the US at below fair market value. A fact sheet from the Commerce Department indicates a uniform antidumping margin and cash deposit rate of 93.5% for all Chinese producers. The imports affected by this decision are valued at $347.1 million in 2023. The...
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    Mainland China restricts export of production technologies of LFP, LMFP batteries
    On July 15, mainland China's Ministry of Commerce and Ministry of Science and Technology made some critical changes in their "Catalogue of Technologies Prohibited and Restricted from Export from China." The authorities have added a new restricted technology item to the list — battery positive electrode material preparation technology. This includes new battery lithium iron phosphate (LFP) preparation technology, battery lithium manganese iron phosphate (LMFP) preparation technology, phospha...
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    SK On signs supply agreement for lithium hydroxide with EcoPro in the US
    SK On has entered into an agreement with EcoPro Innovation to secure a supply of lithium hydroxide in the US. The strategic collaboration should enhance SK On's domestic electric vehicle battery supply chain in the US, as per the compliance mandate laid out under the US Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). Under the agreement, SK On is slated to receive up to 6,000 metric tons of domestically produced lithium hydroxide by the end of 2025, which can power about 100,000 EVs. The lithium hydroxid...
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    WeRide secures road test authorization for autonomous vehicles in Huangpu, Guangzhou
    WeRide announced that it has received authorization to conduct road tests for autonomous logistics vehicles in Huangpu, Guangzhou, mainland China, marking it as the first and only company to secure such permission in the district. This development comes after WeRide obtained an initial permit in the district for its Robovan W5. The Robovan W5 now holds its second active road testing permit, following a previous approval in Guangzhou's Nansha District in April. WeRide said that this progress s...
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    NVIDIA plans to restart sales of H20 AI accelerator in China
    NVIDIA announced plans to restart sales of its H20 AI accelerator in China after receiving US government assurances regarding export licenses during NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang's visit to Beijing, according to a report published by Trendforce on July 15. This move could benefit Samsung, which previously supplied HBM3 for the H20. Huang met with US President Donald Trump and expressed intentions to resume sales, with the expectation that licenses will be approved soon. Previously, NVIDIA faced a $...
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    Scotland launches £2 million Heavy Goods Vehicle Market Readiness Fund for 2025–26
    The Scottish government has introduced a new £2 million Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) Market Readiness Fund for the financial year 2025–26. This initiative is aimed at encouraging collaboration among HGV operators, manufacturers, financiers and charge-point operators (CPOs) to foster investment in the decarbonization of HGVs. The fund is a continuation of work begun with the HGV Decarbonisation Pathway in 2024, focusing on identifying necessary charging infrastructure locations to support zero...
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    UK government reintroduces grants for purchasing new electric cars
    The UK government has confirmed its plans to reintroduce grants for purchasing new electric cars, offering discounts of up to £3,750, Autocar reported July 14. This new Electric Car Grant is supported by £650 million of government funding and applies to certain new electric vehicles priced at or below £37,000. According to a spokesperson from the Department for Transport (DfT), these discounts can be applied to new EVs starting from July 18. This initiative follows the discontinuation of t...
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    Trump threatens to impose 30% tariffs on goods imported from Mexico and EU, effective Aug. 1
    US President Donald Trump has threatened to impose a 30% tariff on products imported from Mexico and the EU, beginning Aug. 1, CNN Business reported July 13. The US government's decision to impose the tariffs came after weeks of negotiations with its two key trading partners that failed to reach a mutually agreeable conclusion. Trump sent a letter to European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, emphasizing the US government's intention to continue working with the...
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    FAW-Audi raises concerns over consumer-grade chips in automotive industry
    The automotive industry is engaged in a significant debate regarding the use of consumer-grade chips in vehicles, a discussion brought to the forefront by Li Fenggang, executive deputy general manager of FAW-Audi Sales Co. Ltd. Li emphasized that cars should not be treated as fast-moving consumer goods and that Audi remains committed to safety and reliability. FAW-Audi Sales, a joint venture between Audi and the FAW Group in mainland China since 1991, is at the center of this conversation. ...
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    BYD's God's Eye system offers liability coverage for Level 4 smart parking in China
    Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer BYD announced a new policy regarding its God's Eye assisted driving system in smart parking scenarios within China, Reuters reported July 9. The company has committed to taking responsibility for any losses or damages to vehicles using the system, which achieved a smart parking capability equivalent to Level 4 automation, according to the report. This means that drivers can disengage from the driving task under specific conditions, with the automaker assu...
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