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    From ‘eyes-off’ hype to ‘hands-free’ reality: Premium OEMs bet big on L2+
    While automakers from China to North America have publicly confirmed their intentions to pursue Level 3, others most notably the early adopter German premiums are subtly easing off their Level 3 ambitions as their latest Level 2+ systems come to market. BMW, Mercedes‑Benz and Stellantis all went to market with highly publicized Level 3 plans, and both German automakers have Level 3 systems in market today in very limited availability. But each has discovered that the combination of high cos...
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    BEV-native leadership and established OEM transition in SDV readiness
    The recent adoption by many original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) of an electrical/electronic (E/E) architecture based on zone controllers supporting a software-defined vehicle (SDV) is slowly replacing distributed electronic control architectures that rely on small pieces of control code housed and distributed widely inside isolated electronic control units (ECUs). This new approach centralizes the hardware processing and memory in fewer, more powerful control units that will house functional...
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    Volvo Cars wins US approval to keep selling connected vehicles despite China-focused rules
    Volvo Cars, which is majority-owned by China's Geely Holding, has said it received approval from the US government allowing it to continue selling vehicles in the US. This follows rules finalized in January 2025 by then-president Joe Biden's administration that effectively barred nearly all Chinese cars and trucks from the US market as part of a crackdown on vehicle software and hardware from China. The rules included a ban on most Chinese-developed and maintained software that took effect in Ma...
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    South Africa proposes higher incentives for EV battery manufacturing and mineral processing
    South Africa plans to modify its auto-industry incentive program to direct more support to electric vehicle battery manufacturers, with the aim of boosting the country's prospects of becoming a manufacturing hub for this fast-growing technology. Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau published draft amendments to the flagship blueprint that supports the car industry, proposing higher production credits and customs rebates for battery-makers. If enacted, the policy could shift South A...
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    Mercedes-Benz to roll out MB. DRIVE ASSIST PRO urban driving system in Germany
    Mercedes-Benz said it plans to roll out its urban point-to-point assisted driving system in Germany from the end of 2026, aiming to be among the first carmakers to offer this technology in Europe. This move comes amid a wider race to bring self-driving features to European city streets, with BMW and Tesla also pursuing rollouts of similar technology in the region. Chief Technology Officer Joerg Burzer announced in a LinkedIn post following a meeting at the Transport Ministry in Berlin th...
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    US House bill proposes new annual fees for electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles
    US House lawmakers have proposed bipartisan legislation that would require electric vehicles to pay a $130 annual fee for road repairs and $35 for some plug-in hybrid models. The proposal comes as the House works on a five-year highway reauthorization bill that would authorize $580 billion ahead of the current law's expiration on Sept. 30. Most revenue for federally funded road repairs is collected through diesel and gasoline taxes, which EVs do not pay. Under the proposed law, the annual fee...
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    New York awards $6 million to projects aimed at integrating EVs with electric grid
    The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) announced that over $6 million has been awarded to seven projects through the State's Vehicle Grid Integration Program to advance technologies that can help integrate electric vehicles efficiently into New York's electric grid. The program supports scalable projects that advance EV charging infrastructure through product development, technology demonstrations or new business models, including bidirectional charging, energy...
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    Malaysia opens public consultation on proposed autonomous vehicle road map
    Malaysia's Transport Ministry, working with the Malaysian Institute of Road Safety Research (MIROS) and Cyberview subsidiary Futurise, has opened a public consultation period on the country's proposed autonomous vehicle road map. The initiative is part of a broader strategy to ensure a safe, phased and structured deployment of autonomous vehicle technology nationwide. MIROS said that the road map is intended to be a foundational reference for shaping policy, legislation, safety requireme...
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    Bosch Ltd. reports 10.8% YOY growth in FY 2025/26 total revenue to $2.1B
    Bosch Ltd., the flagship company of Bosch India, reported a 10.8% year-over-year increase in total revenue from operations to 200.3 billion rupees (nearly $2.1 billion) in the fiscal year ended March 31, 2026. The company attributed the higher revenue to an increase in overall production volumes in the automotive market. Profit before tax stood at 36.4 billion rupees, equivalent to 18.2% of total revenue. Profit after tax, including exceptional items, was 27.7 billion rupees, representing 13.8% ...
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    Char.gy partners with Reading Borough Council to install 2,600 EV charging points
    Reading Borough Council in the UK has entered into a 15-year partnership with charge-point provider Char.gy to install about 2,600 public electric vehicle charging points on residential streets across Reading. The initiative is intended to make it easier for local residents to switch to EVs, particularly those who do not have access to off-street parking. The scheme addresses the issue that nearly half of Reading households lack a driveway or private parking, a significant practical barr...
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    Ford Motor Co. reveals new model lineup, tech for Europe
    Ford Motor Co. has outlined a new vision for its future in Europe at a gathering of European dealers and partners, emphasizing a comprehensive product and technology rollout for commercial and retail customers over the next three years. The company's European strategy is anchored in its new Ready-Set-Ford global brand platform, focused on Build, Thrill and Adventure, with the first European campaigns under this banner launching in May. Ford Pro has evolved from a vehicle manufacturer ...
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    Gotion High-Tech receives €92 million from Spain to set up battery manufacturing facilities
    Leading mainland Chinese battery manufacturer Gotion High-Tech has received €92 million from Spain's PERTE VEC program to support two battery-related projects in Valladolid, consolidating Spain's position as one of Europe's hubs for the electric vehicle value chain and reinforcing mainland China's industrial advance on the continent. Gotion High-Tech has provisionally obtained this amount from PERTE VEC to develop two major industrial projects in Valladolid, with a combined investment excee...
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    Mainland China bans sulfuric acid exports, intensifying pressure on global battery supply chains
    Mainland China has banned exports of sulfuric acid, the most widely used industrial chemical and a key input for battery manufacturing and metal processing. The decision follows earlier disruptions to sulfur shipments through the Strait of Hormuz caused by the war in the Middle East, which have strained the global supply of the raw material used to make sulfuric acid. Marina Zhang from the University of Technology Sydney's Australia-China Relations Institute said that although the ban may be ...
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    Germany launches €1 billion program to expand charging network for electric heavy trucks
    Germany is launching a €1 billion, four-year funding program through the Federal Ministry of Transport (BMV) to boost charging infrastructure for heavy-duty electric commercial vehicles, with the aim of accelerating the electrification of road freight transport. This sector is described as important for the German economy but hindered by inadequate infrastructure. According to Transport Minister Patrick Schneider, the transition of heavy transport will only be viable if there is a high-perform...
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    Malaysia targets Level 3 autonomous driving by 2030
    Malaysia is aiming to achieve Level 3 autonomous driving capabilities by 2030, aligning with standards developed by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE), which define five levels of autonomous driving from Level 0, with no driving automation, to Level 5, which enables fully autonomous driving in all conditions. Level 3 is a system that manages all autonomous driving functions, while the driver remains ready to assume control if the system is unable to continue operating. Investment, Trad...
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    Rompetrol plans to develop EV charging infrastructure for light and heavy-duty vehicles in Romania
    KMG International (Rompetrol) is implementing a new investment co-financed by European funds to develop a national network of electric charging stations for light and heavy vehicles. Through its member companies — Rompetrol Financial Group, Rompetrol Downstream and KMG Rompetrol Development — KMG International (Rompetrol) is carrying out a strategic project to develop electric charging infrastructure for light-duty vehicles (LDV) and heavy-duty vehicles (HDV) across 26...
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    City of Darwin seeks partner to roll out public EV charging network
    In a press release dated May 12, 2026, the City of Darwin announced that it is inviting proposals from suitably qualified providers to deliver a network of public EV charging stations across the municipality. The Request for Proposal seeks a long-term partner to design, build, finance, install, operate, maintain and monitor EV charging infrastructure on Council land, supporting the growing uptake of EVs across the Northern Territory. Requests for Proposal opened on May 12, and close on June 2, 2...
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    Fraunhofer’s RoB@t2Cell research project developing automated battery recycling system
    Fraunhofer Institute's RoB@t2Cell research project, which began active collaboration earlier in the year, is developing automated solutions for the safe disassembly and targeted discharge of battery cells for recycling and reuse, with the aim of establishing a sustainable circular economy for the German and European battery industry. Fraunhofer IPA contributes expertise in automated disassembly with characterization and discharge, recycling, machining and separation technology, and life ...
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    Government of India clears $53M in new funds for EV chargers under PM E-Drive scheme
    The Indian government's Heavy Industries Ministry has approved the disbursal of ₹5030 million (about $53 million) for the installation of 4,874 public EV charging stations under the PM E-Drive scheme. The move is part of a major infrastructure rollout to accelerate EV adoption in India and strengthen energy security. These approvals fall under the government's broader ₹20,000 million plan to set up more than 72,000 EV chargers across the country within the ₹109,000 million PM E-Drive sc...
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    UK government signs MoU with Wayve to boost autonomous technology and jobs
    The UK government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Wayve, a company pioneering AI for autonomous driving, to deepen collaboration on next‑generation autonomous technologies and support Wayve's growth in Britain. The partnership is framed as part of efforts to strengthen UK leadership in automated vehicles, focusing on shared research to enable responsible deployment of autonomous cars and reinforcing the UK's global role in autonomous and AI‑enabled mobility. By linking AI...
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    Waymo to fix all self-driving taxis to avoid floods
    Waymo has announced that it is recalling approximately 3,800 robo-taxis in the US after identifying a potential risk involving vehicles entering flooded roadways with higher speed limits, creating possible safety concerns. The Alphabet subsidiary said the recall follows an incident on April 20 in which a Waymo autonomous vehicle entered a flooded lane in San Antonio during severe weather conditions. According to the company, the vehicle was operating without passengers, and no injuries...
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    General Motors to pay $12.5M for illegally selling California driver data
    General Motors (GM) has agreed to pay $12.5 million to settle claims that the automaker illegally sold location and driving data of hundreds of thousands of Californians, according to state officials. The settlement reflects increasing scrutiny of allegations that automakers share driver data with the insurance industry, potentially affecting how much people pay for coverage, even though California law bars insurers from using driving data to set rates. California Attorney General Rob Bonta said...
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    Camber Charging to deploy on-route charging systems for LA metro zero-emission bus fleet
    Camber Charging has been selected by the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LA Metro) to deliver, install and maintain 73 on-route charging systems across 20 locations in support of LA Metro's growing zero-emission bus fleet. The contract is valued at $58 million, with first deliveries scheduled for late 2026, and is intended to support LA Metro's transition to a fully electric transit network that will carry spectators and venue staff during the 2028 Olympic and Paralympi...
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    Infineon wins ITC ruling against Innoscience on gallium nitride
    The US International Trade Commission (ITC) has ruled in favor of Infineon in a patent infringement dispute involving gallium nitride (GaN) technology, ordering import and sales bans against Chinese rival Innoscience. The Full Commission's ruling affirms an initial determination from December 2025 and is subject to a 60-day Presidential review before taking effect. Infineon holds a broad GaN patent portfolio, comprising about 450 patent families. GaN semiconductors offer higher power density,...
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    Oman signs investment deal with South Korean EL B&T for EV and battery plant in Duqm
    Oman's Public Authority for Special Economic Zones and Free Zones (OPAZ) signed an investment agreement with South Korean electric vehicle technology company EL B&T to establish an EV and battery cell manufacturing plant in the Duqm Special Economic Zone. The investments for this project are estimated at approximately 96.2 million rials (about $250 million). The project will be implemented in two phases, with the annual production capacity expected to reach 60,000 vehicles and 1.6 million...
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    Philadelphia launches ChargePHL public-private partnership to expand citywide EV charging network
    On April 30, Councilmember Mike Driscoll introduced legislation on behalf of Council President Kenyatta Johnson to authorize the Office of Transportation and Infrastructure Systems' (OTIS) new program, ChargePHL, with a city council vote expected later in June. ChargePHL is a public-private partnership that will authorize two vendors to install a network of safe electric vehicle charging stations across Philadelphia, US, with a plan to install over 800 charging stations over 10 years. Senior ...
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    Tesla Model Y becomes first vehicle to pass NHTSA’s eight-point ADAS test
    The US Transportation Department's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced that the later-release 2026 Tesla Model Y is the first vehicle model to meet the agency's new benchmark for vehicles with advanced driver assistance systems. These new pass/fail tests have recently been added to NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP) to ensure that consumers have the information they need to assess the safety benefits of new technologies. By including ADAS in these tests, the a...
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    PPC blue secures €3.4 million in EU funding to install EV charging points in Greece and Romania
    PPC blue, part of the Public Power Corp. (PPC) group, plans to install 106 fast and ultrafast electric vehicle charging points along major European routes in Romania and Greece, after securing up to €3.42 million in EU funding. According to the company, the project aims to improve travel conditions for EV users, passengers and freight operators across key transport corridors. The investment is supported by the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) through the European Climate, Infrastructur...
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    MN8 Energy and San Jose Clean Energy sign tolling deal for 40 DC fast chargers
    MN8 Energy LLC (MN8) has announced a new tolling agreement with San Jose Clean Energy (SJCE) to design, build, own and operate 40 direct-current fast-charging (DCFC) ports across five city-owned sites in San Jose, California. The agreement is intended to bring 40 affordable DCFC ports to underserved communities. Under the terms of the agreement, MN8 will fund project costs and support operational performance, while SJCE will retain control over branding and retail pricing. Revenue will be col...
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    Colorado Senate advances bill to strengthen EV battery recycling
    The Colorado Senate has passed a new legislation, SB26-003, aimed at promoting responsible recycling, reusing and managing of electric vehicle (EV) batteries at the end of a vehicle's life. The bill is sponsored by Senator Katie Wallace, D-Longmont, and Assistant Majority Leader Lisa Cutter, D-Jefferson County, and focuses on improving the end-of-life management of EVs, plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) and hybrid batteries. Senator Wallace stated that Coloradans who drive EVs care abo...
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    Software-defined vehicles and multi-cycle leasing: From OTA refresh to modular vehicle renewal
    The automotive industry’s shift towards a more sustainable approach is driving the growth of multi-cycle usage models. As automakers aim to capitalize on technological innovation and changing customer usage, these strategies extend the life of vehicles, components and materials through repair, repurposing, and refurbishment.  In traditional automotive cycles, vehicles are manufactured for a single owner, before eventually being scrapped, with limited opportunities to recycle materials....
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    TÜV SÜD issues formal recommendation for Mobileye safety management system for Level 4 autonomy
    In March 2026, TÜV SÜD, an independent certification body, issued a formal recommendation for Mobileye's Safety Management System (SMS) for SAE Level 4 autonomous systems. This recommendation reflects an independent assessment of Mobileye's safety governance approach and is described as a meaningful step toward meeting the standards required for broader autonomous vehicle deployment. The article frames such independent, third-party validation as a key part of building trust in autonomous vehic...
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    India and EU launch coordinated call on recycling of EV batteries
    India and the EU announced the launch of a third coordinated call for proposals focused on the recycling of electric vehicle batteries on May 5, under the framework of the India-EU Trade & Technology Council (TTC) — Working Group 2 on Green and Clean Energy Technologies. The initiative aims to secure critical raw materials, accelerate the global transition to a circular economy and strengthen bilateral relations between India and the EU. It has a combined funding pool of €15.2 mi...
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    Electra Battery Materials signs C$20 million agreement with Canada
    Electra Battery Materials Corp. has signed a binding investment agreement with the government of Canada under the Strategic Response Fund, converting earlier support into a firm commitment. The investment provides total federal funding of C$20 million toward eligible project costs to support completion of construction and commissioning of North America's only battery-grade cobalt sulfate refinery in Temiskaming Shores, Ontario. This agreement is a significant milestone for Electra's refinery ...
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    LG Electronics showcases hybrid emergency call solution and telematics capabilities
    LG Electronics has showcased its Hybrid Emergency Call (Hybrid eCall) solution at the 37th Meeting Week of the 5G Automotive Association (5GAA) held in Gothenburg, Sweden, on April 23. The presentation highlighted LG's telematics control unit (TCU) capabilities and its continued focus on vehicle connectivity technologies aligned with evolving European safety regulations. ECall is an in-vehicle emergency communication system that automatically transmits information such as vehicle location, vehic...
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    ReadySteadyPlug secures ARENA funding to expand EV charging-as-a-service in Australian apartments
    Sydney-based electric vehicle charging company ReadySteadyPlug has secured A$1.51 million in funding from the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) under ARENA's Driving the Nation Program to accelerate the rollout of its EV charging-as-a-service (CaaS) solution in apartments and strata buildings across Australia. The funding will support the installation of up to 428 EV charge points and associated infrastructure as part of ReadySteadyPlug's national deployment. Combined with contr...
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    India's telecom regulator seeks stakeholder views on spectrum use for V2X networks
    The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has initiated consultations on allocating dedicated spectrum for connected vehicle communications, a move aimed at improving road safety and reducing accidents in India, which recorded more than 170,000 road fatalities in 2023. In a consultation paper released on March 30, TRAI invited stakeholder feedback on the regulatory framework for spectrum allocation and frequency usage to support vehicle-to-everything (V2X) and vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V...
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    UNDP and Ulaanbaatar city partner to pilot solar-powered EV charging stations
    The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Municipality of Ulaanbaatar signed a Project Document on April 15, 2026, to launch the Establishment of Solar Powered EV Charging Station in Ulaanbaatar City project, which aims to support cleaner, low-carbon urban transport in Mongolia's capital. The partnership will pilot solar-integrated electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at priority public locations across Ulaanbaatar. Ulaanbaatar faces severe air pollution and rising greenhouse...
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    UK to expand permitted development rights for on-street EV charging infrastructure
    The UK government has confirmed plans to introduce permitted development rights for on-street EV charging and cross-pavement solutions, aiming to address what has been described as a two-tier system in which renters and flat-dwellers pay more to charge EVs than homeowners with driveways. Energy Secretary Ed Miliband announced the measures on April 21 as part of a wider package to accelerate electrification and reduce reliance on fossil fuels. The reforms follow fuel price shocks driven by the...
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    California DMV adopts comprehensive autonomous vehicle rules for light- and heavy-duty fleets
    The California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) announced the adoption of new autonomous vehicle (AV) regulations covering both light-duty and heavy-duty vehicles, following an extensive public comment and review process. Described as the most comprehensive AV regulations in the nation, these rules update safety requirements, oversight and enforcement, and allow AV manufacturers to apply for permits to test and deploy heavy-duty autonomous vehicle technology on California roadways. The regu...
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    Lakeland EV Charging secures fresh funding to expand EV charging infrastructure in Ontario, Canada
    Lakeland EV Charging is set to expand its electric vehicle charging network across Central Ontario after securing new federal funding through Natural Resources Canada’s Zero-Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program (ZEVIP). The funding will support growth beyond the Muskoka and Parry Sound regions, improving access for commuters, cottagers, and travellers. Bracebridge Generation Ltd., operating as Lakeland EV Charging, will receive C$1.95 million (US$1.42 million) to deliver nine new chargin...
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    Mainland China halts new Level 4 robo-taxi licenses after Baidu Apollo Go outage in Wuhan
    Mainland China has suspended issuing new licenses for autonomous vehicles after dozens of Baidu's Apollo Go robo-taxis suddenly stopped in Wuhan in March, stranding passengers and disrupting traffic. The incident alarmed authorities, and three agencies, including the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, convened a meeting earlier in April with officials from cities that have robo-taxis or autonomous-driving pilots. Regulators called for local governments to conduct a full self-review...
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    Aumovio and trinamiX unveil in-cockpit finger sensor for blood alcohol detection
    Aumovio and trinamiX GmbH have developed a solution that measures blood alcohol levels by having a user place a finger on a sensor. The system delivers precise results within seconds and is intuitive and easy to use, like a fingerprint scan on a smartphone. The sensor-based system can be discreetly integrated into existing vehicle cockpit elements, preserving a clean and unobtrusive interior design. By enabling blood alcohol measurement prior to driving, the technology is intended to imp...
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    Oregon awards $16.7 million to expand NEVI fast-charging stations statewide
    The government of Oregon has awarded $16.7 million in federal grants to seven private companies to deploy 24 DC fast-charging stations across the state, marking the second phase of the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) programme's rollout in the region. Announced by the Oregon Department of Transportation Climate Office, the stations are expected to provide 126 charging ports along Interstate 84 and US Highways 20, 26, 97 and 101 over the next 12 to 18 months. The NEVI programme...
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    HyProMag GmbH opens rare earth magnet recycling plant in Pforzheim, Germany
    Mkango Resources Ltd. announced that its subsidiary, HyProMag GmbH, has officially opened its rare earth magnet recycling and manufacturing plant in Pforzheim, Germany.  The announcement follows the Germany–UK business government forum, which took place April 27 at the Haus der Deutschen Wirtschaft in Berlin. During the forum, Katherina Reiche, the federal minister for Economic Affairs and Energy of Germany, and Peter Kyle, the UK secretary of state for business and trade, signed a joi...
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    Vietnam plans to extend special consumption tax cut on EVs to 2030
    Vietnam is planning to extend a special consumption tax cut on electric vehicles to the end of 2030 in an effort to boost EV sales and reduce emissions, according to the parliament office. The government will submit the proposal to extend the tax cut to parliament for approval, the office said in a statement citing a report from the Finance Ministry. Vietnam reduced the special consumption tax on EVs in March 2022 to a range of 1%-3%, down from the previous level of 4%-11%. The current tax cu...
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    India’s FADA offers to invest in expanding New Delhi’s EV charging infrastructure
    The Federation of Automobile Dealers Association (FADA) in India has responded to New Delhi's draft electric vehicle policy by offering to invest in the national capital's EV ecosystem and seeking recognition of dealers as transition partners rather than only retail stakeholders. FADA Delhi Chairperson Shailender Luthra said the association has proposed setting up 150 public EV charging stations across the city and is willing to fund this infrastructure in partnership with the government. The...
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    New York announces an additional $30 million grant to incentivize leasing and purchase of EVs
    New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has announced that an additional $30 million is now available for consumers in New York State to use toward the purchase or lease of an electric vehicle. The announcement reinforces New York State's commitment to improving access to zero-emission electric vehicles (ZEVs) and enhancing affordability, while helping to reduce vehicle pollution and provide cleaner air in New York communities. Hochul said that as the federal administration continues to roll back ...
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    Volklec gains UK government-backed funding to accelerate domestic battery gigafactory plans
    Volklec, a UK battery cell manufacturer, has secured new government backing to accelerate its transition from near-term power cell production to sovereign, mass-scale manufacturing. The combined public and private investment will support the rapid expansion of Volklec's UK operations, enabling a scale-up from an initial 1-gigawatt-hour capacity to a 10-GWh gigafactory. The support comes through DRIVE35, a £4 billion program delivered by the Advanced Propulsion Centre UK (APC) in partnership ...
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    PG&E and Tesla convert Cybertruck into a grid asset in California
    Pacific Gas and Electric Co. (PG&E) and Tesla have announced that the Tesla Cybertruck, Tesla Powershare Gateway and Tesla Universal Wall Connector have been approved for participation in PG&E's residential vehicle-to-everything (V2X) program in California, US. The development is seen as a major milestone for bidirectional electric vehicle integration in California. PG&E customers who own a Cybertruck can use the V2X program to install Powershare Home Backup and activate Powe...
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    Tesla robo-taxi expands to Dallas and Houston amid safety concerns
    Tesla has announced that its robo-taxi service is now rolling out in Dallas and Houston, representing its first expansion beyond Austin and San Francisco. The company shared maps of the two new service areas that suggest relatively limited coverage, with early user analysis indicating that the Houston geofence covers approximately 25 square miles, and the Dallas zone appears to center around the Highland Park area. For comparison, Tesla's Austin geofence has expanded from an initial 20-squa...
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    Zest signs long-term contract with Thurrock Council to install over 4,000 public EV charge points
    Thurrock Council in the UK has awarded Zest a long-term contract to deliver up to 4,046 public electric vehicle charge points across the borough. The partnership is supported by the UK government's Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) fund and will unlock significant private investment from Zest, which will fund about 98% of the project. The program aims to create a borough-wide charging network to make switching to EVs convenient for residents across Thurrock, with a particular ...
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    Mangrove Lithium opens its first commercial lithium refining facility in Canada
    Mangrove Lithium has announced the opening of its first commercial lithium refining facility in Delta, British Columbia. The new facility is the first of its kind in North America, marking a major milestone for the company in establishing a secure domestic lithium supply chain for Canada and the North American market. The milestone was marked with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at Mangrove Lithium's new headquarters and site of the Single Stack Plant (SSP) in Delta. Speakers included Mangrove Lith...
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    How the hatchback got heavy
    In 1974, when the first Volkswagen Golf rolled off the line, it was meant to be a sensible car for sensible Europeans. Now, after half a century, it has become a rolling ledger of Brussels’ ambition. The model has accumulated weight, complexity and cost with each wave of regulation, from the earliest crash standards and pedestrian-protection measures to mandated airbags and antilock braking systems (ABS) in 2004 and electronic stability control in 2011. To trace its bill of materials is to rea...
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    Odysse secures funding to develop blueprint for autonomous private hire services in London
    Odysse has been awarded funding from a UK government-backed funding program to develop and validate a scalable operating blueprint for autonomous private hire services in London. Its study, titled Private-Hire Services in High-Demand London Corridors, will examine how Level 4 automated vehicles can be deployed safely, efficiently and sustainably across high-demand urban corridors, using Odysse's proprietary AI-driven orchestration platform and advanced geospatial intelligence. Odysse is a ful...
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    New South Wales unveils updated EV strategy with A$100M charging and truck support package
    The New South Wales, Australia, government has announced an updated electric vehicle strategy that includes a A$100 million package to expand charging infrastructure and support the uptake of electric trucks. Premier Chris Minns said the policy aims to help motorists save money and make Australia more independent and resilient to future energy shocks and overseas conflicts, noting that Middle East conflicts occur regularly and that the state needs to be prepared for future disruptions to oil sup...
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    Sri Lanka urges daytime charging as EVs strain power grid and fuel supplies
    Sri Lanka has asked electric vehicle owners to avoid charging their vehicles at night, clarifying that increased nighttime power demand is forcing the country to burn more coal and diesel to keep the power grid running. In an address to the nation, Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake said electric cars were adding an extra 300 megawatts of demand at night, placing a strain on the grid and requiring all generators to be run to meet the surge in consumption. He noted that much of t...
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    Tesla gets FSD Supervised approved in the Netherlands
    RDW, the Netherlands Vehicle Authority, has granted Tesla a type approval for its Full Self-Driving (FSD) Supervised system in the Netherlands, making it the first European country to officially approve this driver-assist technology. The approval falls under the UN R-171 regulation for Driver Control Assistance Systems, follows more than 18 months of testing, and is valid only in the Netherlands. Other EU member states can choose to recognize the Dutch type approval at the national lev...
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    Geely plans continued push for its methanol-powered engines
    At the 2026 China Smart Electric Vehicle Development Forum, Geely Chairman Li Shufu said that the carmaker will continue to focus on methanol as an alternative energy pathway, as lithium battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) can weigh twice as much as comparable methanol-powered vehicles. He cited a series of recent mainland Chinese policy initiatives that support alternative fuels beyond BEVs, including the July 2024 guideline, which aims to accelerate a comprehensive green economic tra...
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    Nio chairman urges standardization of EV batteries and chips in mainland China
    Shanghai-based electric-car maker Nio's founder, chairman and CEO, William Li, has urged that mainland China's electric vehicle industry needs to unify battery cell specifications and reduce semiconductor varieties to curb significant capital waste in the supply chain.  Speaking at the China EV 100 forum, Li said that such standards would help the industry amid rising margin pressures in the world's largest car market. Li further said that the extremely fast p...
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    Canada announces fresh infusion of C$10.6 million on 14 new charging infrastructure projects
    The federal government of Canada is expanding support for electric vehicle adoption by improving access to charging infrastructure as part of its new Auto Strategy. At the EV & Charging Expo in Toronto, Karim Bardeesy, parliamentary secretary to the minister of Industry, on behalf of Tim Hodgson, minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced C$10.6 million for 14 EV charging infrastructure projects across Canada. These 14 EV charging projects are expected to lead to the installation...
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    UK awards Agratas funding for major EV battery gigafactory in Somerset
    The UK government has awarded about £380 million in funding to Agratas, the battery arm of India's Tata Group, to support the transition to zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs), according to the government-backed Advanced Propulsion Centre (APC). This investment forms part of a broader £470 million government grant package. The funding will support Agratas' planned gigafactory in Somerset, UK, enhancing domestic electric vehicle battery production and strengthening supply chains for zero-emission ...
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    Hanoi advances compact EV battery-swapping network to support pilot low-emission zones
    The capital of Vietnam, Hanoi, is accelerating the development of charging infrastructure and prioritizing a compact battery-swapping network as part of efforts to implement low-emission zones, enabling electric vehicle users to replace batteries in 2-3 minutes. Municipal authorities are finalizing charging station infrastructure while promoting the deployment of small-scale battery-swapping cabinets in suitable public spaces to enhance convenience, reduce waiting times and encourage the transit...
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    Waymo expands testing to Chicago amid legislative push to legalize autonomous vehicles
    Waymo has begun testing its autonomous vehicles in Chicago, where the vehicles are currently operated by human safety drivers to map roads and collect data. Full autonomous deployment is not yet allowed, as the company awaits regulatory approval. In parallel, Illinois lawmakers are evaluating the Autonomous Vehicle Pilot Project Act, introduced by Rep. Kam Buckner. The bill proposes allowing driverless commercial vehicles in densely populated counties and select regions, but it remains stalle...
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    Michigan to invest $51 million in expanding EV charging infrastructure across the state
    The Michigan Transportation Department (MDOT) announced that the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has approved Michigan, US' fiscal year 2026 Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Deployment (EVID) Plan and the state's fully built out (FBO) certification request under the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Program. The NEVI Program had allocated $106 million to Michigan for the deployment of EV charging infrastructure. With this approval, MDOT is authorized to begin investing t...
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    Suffolk County Council to deploy EV charge points in conservation areas with Urban Fox
    Suffolk County Council will provide over 1,000 electric vehicle public charge points to residents in conservation areas across the county, in partnership with supplier Urban Fox. The units are designed to blend into historic streetscapes in sensitive areas that are subject to planning considerations. This is intended to ensure that those living in conservation areas are not at a disadvantage, alongside the thousands of other charge points being installed across Suffolk on streets and in communit...
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    NHTSA closes probe into Tesla Actually Smart Summon feature after software updates
    The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said it closed a probe into nearly 2.6 million Tesla vehicles over the Actually Smart Summon feature after determining it was linked only to low-speed incidents. The probe, opened in early 2025 following reports of several crashes, examined the feature that allows users to move vehicles over short distances in parking areas or on private property using a smartphone app. The agency found the feature was primarily associated with low-sp...
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    Ethiopia inaugurates a new EV charging station in Addis Ababa
    Ethiopia has inaugurated a new electric vehicle charging station in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia's capital, as part of a strategic effort to promote sustainable transport, according to Minister of State for Transport and Logistics Bareo Hassen. The project was led by the Ethiopian Electric Utility (EEU) and is described as part of the nation's broader renewable energy agenda, reports Fana Media Corp., a partner of TV BRICS. Hassen said that expanding renewable energy supports environmental sustai...
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    Mainland China issues new policy to standardize lithium-ion battery recycling
    Mainland China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) and the All-China Federation of Supply and Marketing Cooperatives have issued a new policy to standardize lithium-ion battery recycling, extending regulatory structures that are increasingly applied across the country's electric vehicle battery life cycle, according to a report published by IT-Home. The notice, which was released on April 3, outlines measures to expand collection infrastructure, strengthen leading recycle...
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    ChargeZone plans to deploy over 1,000 fast-charging stations across India’s national highway corridors by end FY 2027
    ChargeZone, one of India's largest charge-point operators (CPOs), plans to deploy more than 1,000 supercharging stations under a Dealer Owned, Company Operated (DOCO) franchise model across key national highway corridors by the end of fiscal year 2027. ChargeZone's plan will position the rollout as the largest franchise-based electric vehicle charging expansion in India to date. The company said that this initiative is aligned with the Indian government's PM E-Drive program, which has earmark...
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    New York plans to expand EV charging infrastructure
    New York has announced an expansion of the city’s network of public electric vehicle fast chargers with the opening of a new eight-unit station at the New York City Transportation Department's (NYC DOT) municipal lot in downtown Flushing, Queens, the office of the NYC mayor said in a press note on March 31. According to the press note, the location is the first of 10 scheduled sites that will be equipped with EV charging stations over the next year through a partnership between NYC DOT and ...
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    US government tweaks how tariff on metal imports are calculated
    On April 2, 2026, US President Donald Trump signed a proclamation to change how tariffs on metal imports are calculated and to address what senior administration officials described as efforts by foreign metal producers to circumvent import duties. The 50% duties on aluminum, steel and copper imports imposed in 2025 have added billions of dollars in costs for automakers and suppliers, increased complexity for manufacturers in calculating tariffs and contributed to some vehicle price increases, a...
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    NTSB faults Ford Bluecruise driver assistance system in fatal US crashes
    The US National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) on March 31 criticized Ford Motor's hands-free advanced driver assistance system BlueCruise for failing to ensure drivers were not distracted before two fatal collisions in the US. In a three-hour hearing, the agency also faulted the lack of government regulations on driver assistance systems and raised questions about claims made by automakers. It said the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration should issue comprehensive guidelines t...
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    Isle of Wight Council awards LEVI EV charging contract to Char.gy
    The Isle of Wight Council has confirmed that the contract to deliver the Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) project has been formally awarded to EV charging provider Char.gy. This agreement will support the rollout of public EV infrastructure across the Island, with over 1,500 EV charge points to be installed. The long-term collaboration is supported through £1.63 million of the government's LEVI Fund, together with significant private-sector investment. The project has not require...
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    Scotland approves £17.8 million package of incentive schemes to support uptake of EVs in 2026–2027
    The Scottish government has confirmed £17.8 million of funding for a package of incentive schemes in 2026–2027 to support the continued uptake of electric vehicles and the expansion of EV charging infrastructure. The schemes will focus on improving access to public, workplace and home charging, with targeted support for rural and island communities, lower-income households, households without off-street parking, microbusinesses and third sector organizations. All schemes will be delivered ...
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    Turkey launches first 5G-powered smart road in Istanbul
    Turkey has launched its first 5G-supported smart road, marking a significant step toward next-generation mobility through a pilot project aimed at improving traffic safety, efficiency and driver awareness via real-time data integration. The Cooperative Intelligent Transport Systems (C-ITS) project has been deployed along a 40-kilometer corridor from Hasdal Junction to Istanbul Airport, constituting the country's first comprehensive, real-world application of intelligent transport systems under l...
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    NHTSA begins probes into 75,300 old Nissan Frontier pickups in US over potential fuel leak risks
    The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has launched a probe into about 75,300 model year 2006 Nissan Frontier pickup trucks due to concerns about potential fuel leaks. The federal vehicle safety agency said the vehicles may pose an imminent fire hazard because of a strong, persistent odor of raw gasoline and sudden engine stalling during startup and operation, citing a petitioner. According to the report, the petitioner alleged the problems resemble defects cited in ear...
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    India urges automakers and suppliers to curb fuel use and shift from oil amid Iran war impact
    India has asked automakers and parts suppliers to tighten production schedules to conserve fuel amid fears of shortages caused by disrupted oil and gas imports from the Gulf due to the Iran war, Reuters reported March 27, citing a government memo dated March 25 seen by the news agency. The heavy industries ministry has also urged companies to shift factory operations from oil-based fuels to electricity and to use recycled aluminum or alternative materials as shortages and costs rise. For Indi...
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    Digital vehicle key: Unlocking the fully connected, software-defined vehicle experience
    Digital vehicle access is shifting from a convenience feature to a critical digital identity infrastructure for vehicles. Physical key fobs are increasingly complemented—and in some cases replaced—by smartphone-based digital keys. Integration with mobile wallets (Apple, Google, Samsung) is accelerating consumer acceptance. Strictly speaking, digital vehicle access refers to replacing physical keys/fobs with software-based authentication, including: Smartphone-based digital keys (App...
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    Toyota recalls 144,200 Lexus vehicles in US over rearview camera issue
    Toyota is recalling more than 144,200 vehicles in the US due to an issue in which rearview camera images may not display when the vehicle is shifted into reverse. This problem increases the risk of a crash, according to the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The recall affects certain Lexus models, including the model year 2022–2025 NX350, NX250, 2023–2026 RX350, and 2024–2026 TX350. The NHTSA estimates all affected vehicles have the underlyin...
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    Delhi government’s revised EV policy entails plan to install 7,000 additional charging points
    The Delhi government is working on an aggressive electric vehicle policy that could mandate installation of about 7,000 EV chargers across India’s capital city, according to a news report published by the Press Trust of India on March 23. The report mentioned that the Delhi government is looking to finalize and present the new EV policy during the upcoming budget season. The new policy is part of Delhi’s larger pollution-control strategy. The capital city has approximately 8,800 c...
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    Hackney Council in London partners ESB Energy to expand EV charging infrastructure
    The Hackney Council in London plans to expand the borough’s electric vehicle charging infrastructure by installing more than 50 rapid chargers by 2030, the Hackney Council said in a statement issued on March 23. Of the planned 50 rapid chargers, nine new EV rapid chargers are already installed and operational, the council said. This EV charging network expansion is part of Hackney Council’s mission to make access to cleaner vehicles more convenient, helping drivers prepare for the tran...
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    Hyundai recalls 58,000 palisade hybrid SUVs in South Korea after fatal incident in US
    South Korea's Transport Ministry has announced a nationwide recall of 58,000 Hyundai Palisade hybrid sport utility vehicles due to safety concerns, following a fatal accident in the US earlier in March. This recall comes after Hyundai stopped sales of some high-end versions and recalled 68,500 new Palisade SUVs in the US and Canada. The recall is in response to the death of a two-year-old girl in Ohio, US, on March 7, reportedly caused by an automatic seat collapsing in the third row of ...
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    South Korea tightens regulations on EV battery transparency amid safety concerns
    South Korea is implementing new regulations to enhance transparency in battery information for electric vehicles, aiming to reduce consumer anxiety due to recent vehicle fires. The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport stated that it will, from March 23 to May 4, pursue amendments to the Enforcement Decree and Enforcement Rules of the Automobile Management Act, along with revisions to the Automobile Registration Rules. The revised regulations require manufacturers to disclose expande...
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    New Zealand government partners to expand EV charging network with $52.7 million loan initiative
    The New Zealand government is set to more than double the country's electric vehicle public chargers through a NZ$52.7 million (approximately US$30.7 million) zero-interest loan initiative, along with coinvestments from ChargeNet and Meridian Energy. Announced by Transport Minister Chris Bishop and Energy & Climate Change Minister Simon Watts, the initiative aims to address the lack of charging infrastructure, which has been a barrier for many potential EV owners. Through a contestable bi...
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    NHTSA escalates investigation into Tesla's FSD system over visibility issues
    The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has intensified its investigation into 3.2 million Tesla vehicles equipped with Full Self-Driving (FSD) driver-assistance systems due to concerns that the system may not properly detect or alert drivers in poor visibility conditions. Initially, the agency opened a preliminary evaluation of Tesla's FSD software in October 2024, covering 2.4 million vehicles. The investigation has now escalated to an engineering analysis, which is a pre...
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    NHTSA rejects petition seeking recall of 2.26 million Tesla vehicles
    The US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has rejected a petition to recall nearly 2.26 million Tesla vehicles, finding no evidence of a safety-related defect. This decision eliminates the immediate prospect of a large-scale recall for Tesla, although scrutiny over its Full Self-Driving (FSD) driver-assistance system continues. The petition, filed in March 2023, asserted that Tesla vehicles could cause unintended acceleration due to pedal misapplic...
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    ComEd's EV EMS pilot explores cost-effective domestic charging solutions without panel upgrades
    ComEd's Electric Vehicle Energy Management System (EV EMS) Pilot, in partnership with WeaveGrid, Emporia, and Treehouse, has developed a cost-effective solution for more accessible electric vehicle charging that does not require home electrical panel upgrades. The pilot addresses a challenge faced by about 2.2 million households in ComEd's service area with electrical service of 100 amperes or less, which is insufficient to support Level 2 EV chargers. EMS tested in the pilot use hardwar...
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    Berlin Battery Lab to focus on R&D of sodium-ion battery technology
    The Federal Institute for Materials Research and Testing (BAM), the Helmholtz Centre Berlin (HZB), and Humboldt University of Berlin (HU) have inaugurated the Berlin Battery Lab (BBL) as a joint research facility focused on developing and testing resource-efficient battery technologies, particularly sodium-based batteries. This collaborative platform aims to design new materials, explore innovative cell chemistries and manufacture battery prototypes, with the research infrastructure open...
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    Pennsylvania invests $9 million in EV charging stations under NEVI program
    Pennsylvania has announced a $9 million investment in electric vehicle charging stations through the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program. The state has 30 charging stations, with 53 more planned or under construction. The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) has committed to funding 12 new charging stations along major roadways, building on the $54 million already invested across the state. The first NEVI-funded charging station in Pennsylvania was opened...
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    Geely's G-ASD system gains certification under EU regulations for assisted driving
    Mainland Chinese automaker Geely's smart driving assistance system, known as G-ASD, has achieved certification under EU regulations for advanced assisted driving. This marks the first approval for mainland Chinese-made driving assistance technology in the EU. Geely Holding announced that cars equipped with G-ASD can now be sold in select EU countries without needing additional certification. The first vehicle using the G-ASD system is anticipated to be launched in Europe in June. Currently, t...
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    Hyundai stops sales, recalls some 2026 Palisade SUVs after fatal incident
    Hyundai is recalling over 60,000 of its 2026 Palisade sport utility vehicles, specifically the Limited and Calligraphy trim levels, due to issues with power-folding seats. The recall comes after an incident involving the death of a 2-year-old girl in Ohio, US, which is under investigation. Hyundai advises owners to avoid using the power seat buttons and ensure the area is clear before operation, as the second- and third-row power seats may not properly detect contact with an occupant or object, ...
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    Mainland Chinese automakers reduce supplier payment cycles to 60 days, support SMEs
    Major automakers in mainland China have initiated measures to shorten payment cycles to suppliers, honoring their commitments made in June 2025 to cap payment terms at 60 days. This decision followed a revision by the State Council of the Regulations on Ensuring Payments to Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs). The initiative aims to alleviate cash flow pressures on suppliers, particularly benefiting SMEs, and enhance the overall stability of the automotive supply chain. A survey by the ...
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    Essex County Council plans to invest £8.3 million for installation of 5,000 public EV charging points by 2031
    Essex County Council in the UK has launched a campaign titled Electrifying Essex, following an £8.3 million investment aimed at promoting the use of electric vehicles. This investment is aimed at the installation of 5,000 public EV charging points across Essex by 2031. The funding is sourced from the UK government's Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) fund, making this the second largest allocation received by any council in the UK. The installation of these charging points is se...
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    Zoox seeks exemption to debut steering-wheel-free robo-taxi deployment in US
    The federal government has initiated the process to exempt the nation's first purpose-built robo-taxi from certain safety standards to facilitate its commercial deployment on US roads. Amazon subsidiary Zoox submitted a petition to the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in August 2025, aiming to deploy up to 2,500 self-driving robo-taxis in various US cities. The process is advancing with a public comment portal opening, as announced Tuesday (March 10) at an autonomou...
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    Enel completes installation of over 3,700 fast-charging points across Italy
    Enel has completed the installation of 3,730 fast-charging points across five regions and 21 provinces in Italy as part of the first call for proposals of the Italian National Recovery and Resilience Plan (PNRR). These stations are situated in Campania, Lazio, Lombardy, Puglia and Sicily, with notable installations in Naples, Milan, Bari, Catania and Rome. To commemorate this achievement, a charging station was inaugurated at the Ministry of Environment and Energy Security in Rome, with key f...
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    Bosch unveils fuel-cell power module for urban buses
    At the Mobility Move trade fair in Berlin, Bosch unveiled the C100 fuel-cell power module (FCPM), a new version designed for urban buses that can operate electrically and CO₂-free when renewable hydrogen is used. This aligns with an EU regulation requiring a 90% reduction in carbon emissions for newly registered city buses by 2030, extending to all bus types by 2040. The C100 variant is compact, with a height of only 40 centimeters, suitable for mounting on the roofs of 12-meter-long to 18-...
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    Ashok Leyland to set up a greenfield battery pack manufacturing plant near Chennai
    Ashok Leyland, part of the Hinduja Group, has commenced the construction of a new greenfield battery pack manufacturing facility at Pillaipakkam near Chennai, India. The company plans to invest about 4 billion to 5 billion rupees (about $45 million to $55 million) on the project. This project aligns with Tamil Nadu's Electric Vehicle Policy 2023 and India's goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2070. The facility will support localizing electric vehicle battery production, strengthen the su...
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    CALB unveils 60-Ah solid-state battery with 1,000-km range
    The National People's Congress (NPC) representative and CALB Chairwoman Liu Jingyu has presented the company's new 60-ampere-hour solid-state battery (SSB) at an ongoing event in Beijing.  This large-capacity battery, with an energy density exceeding 450 watt-hours per kilogram, is designed for passenger vehicles with a driving range of more than 1,000 kilometers on a single charge. The prototype is compact, comparable in size to a desk calendar, and weighs significantly less than tradit...
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    Mercedes-Benz Korea fined for misleading EV battery information
    Mercedes-Benz Korea has been fined 12.23 billion won (about $7.64 million) by South Korea's Fair Trade Commission (FTC) for misleading customers regarding battery information in some electric vehicles, according to a March 10 report by The Korea Times. The FTC's investigation revealed that the carmaker did not disclose the actual battery supplier for certain models, such as the EQE and EQS EVs, and instead promoted these vehicles as having batteries from CATL, the world's largest battery-ma...
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    Islington council in the UK secures about £1 million in grant funding to expand EV charging infrastructure
    The Islington Council in the UK has secured close to £1 million from the Department for Transport as part of a £1.86 million government funding, along with private investments, to expand electric vehicle charging points in the borough. The aim is to promote a cleaner transport network for local residents. Councilor Rowena Champion emphasized the borough's commitment to tackling climate change by delivering more than 600 publicly accessible charge points, with plans for additional installati...
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    Ku-ring-gai Council plans 21 new curbside EV chargers through NSW government grants
    Ku-ring-gai Council has identified the locations for 21 new curbside electric vehicle chargers, as part of the NSW government's EV Kerbside Charging Grants program, which allocates $2.8 million to install chargers across 22 local government areas, including Ku-ring-gai. Following community consultations in 2025, the council selected the most suitable spots for these chargers within the area. Mayor Christine Kay highlighted the importance of this initiative in furthering the council's plan to ...
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