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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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    CATL drives adoption of battery-swap technology in Guangzhou, mainland China
    Mainland Chinese battery giant CATL has signed a strategic cooperation framework agreement with Guangzhou Public Transport Group to jointly plan a taxi battery-swap network in Guangzhou, mainland China. The agreement was signed in Ningde, Fujian province, where CATL is headquartered.  According to a statement, the two companies will carry out in-depth cooperation in battery supply and maintenance, recycling and battery-swap networks. The two companies will also explore emerging sector...
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    Fastned announces new leadership appointments in Europe
    Fastned, the European fast-charging company, has appointed three senior executives to strengthen leadership in France, Switzerland and Denmark, as it enters its next phase of growth in these markets. Fastned announced that it has appointed Sarah Wodehouse, Christine Zingg-Graf and Jesper Krüger Soendergaard, who are tasked to lead France, Switzerland and Denmark, respectively. These appointments reflect Fastned's next step in Europe, focused on accelerating market...
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    Xpeng plans to set up an EV plant in Thailand
    Xpeng is conducting a feasibility study to establish a manufacturing plant in Thailand to support its export market, with a final decision expected within 1–2 years. According to Apiwan Singthaweesak, chief executive of Xpeng Thailand, the company is assessing and discussing investment opportunities in Thailand, including talks with a local company. She said Thailand offers strong potential for battery-electric vehicles (BEVs), supported by government incentives that have attracted investme...
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    SWTCH Energy launches SWTCH Tap to enable offline NFC-based EV charging sessions
    SWTCH Energy announced the launch of SWTCH Tap, a new capability within the SWTCH Cortex platform that enables electric vehicle drivers to start a charging session with a single smartphone tap, even when a cellular signal is unavailable. The company said that underground garages, parkades and remote commercial sites often lack reliable cellular connectivity, creating a gap between arriving at a charger and initiating a charge. According to SWTCH Energy, SWTCH Tap eliminates this gap by u...
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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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    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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    U Power to launch Hong Kong taxi battery-swapping operations in Q2 2026
    U Power Ltd., a provider of specialized solutions for next-generation energy networks and intelligent transportation systems, announced that after securing an order for 1,000 battery-swapping heavy-duty trucks in Thailand and completing production of the first batch of vehicles, its Hong Kong taxi battery-swapping project is expected to complete station deployment and commence operations in the second quarter of 2026. This development is described as marking a new stage of full commercial rollou...
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    V-Green partners with Vikki Bank to expand EV charging and battery-swapping network in Vietnam
    V-Green Global Charging Station Development JSC and Vikki Digital Bank have formed a strategic partnership to develop electric vehicle charging stations and battery-swapping infrastructure to support the growth of Vietnam's EV ecosystem. As part of the agreement, Vikki will provide land at its locations for V-Green to install and operate EV charging stations and battery-swapping cabinets and will offer financial solutions to support V-Green's investment and operations. The collaboration is...
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    Gotion and partners launch heavy-duty electric logistics corridor between Morocco and France
    Gotion, Green Power Morocco (GPM) and Chery Heavy Trucks have signed an agreement in Rabat, Morocco, to develop a heavy-duty electric logistics corridor between Morocco and France to advance lower-emission cross-continental freight. The 2,000-km route will connect Agadir in southern Morocco through the Port of Tangier to Perpignan in southern France, a corridor that is served by about 2,000 heavy trucks daily. The partners plan to phase in electric trucks and supporting infrastructure to reduce ...
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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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    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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    India-UK collaborate to drive innovation in EV charging solutions
    The Technology Development Board (TDB), under the Department of Science & Technology (DST), government of India, has signed an agreement with Scharge Pvt. Ltd. for a project titled Powering EV Charging Innovation. The initiative is supported under the India-UK Collaborative R&D Programme for Industrial Sustainability, in partnership with UK-based Albright Product Design Ltd., to develop advanced solutions for electric vehicle charging infrastructure. The project aims to create next-ge...
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    Octopus Energy rolls out cheaper curbside charging in the UK
    Octopus Energy has introduced a new offer designed to make switching to electric vehicles cheaper and more accessible for people without driveways by providing 50% cheaper curbside charging. Through Octopus Electric Vehicles (OEV), described as the UK's largest EV-only leasing company, new customers can now charge on-street from as little as 22.5 pence per kilowatt-hour, equivalent to 7 pence a mile. This aims to address the finding that a third of motorists feel home charging is the final "n...
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    Pod partners with EDF to launch 7-hour off-peak EV charging tariff in the UK
    Pod Energy has partnered with EDF to launch Pod Power by EDF, an exclusive new electric vehicle tariff designed specifically for Pod customers to make home charging simpler and more cost-effective. The tariff provides 7 hours of low-cost, off-peak electricity every night between 11 p.m. and 6 a.m., giving EV drivers in the UK predictable charging costs and savings. It is available to both new and existing Pod customers, the EDF's cheapest EV tariff, fixed for 12 months, and designed...
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    Tesla opens largest Supercharger project on expressways in Chongqing, mainland China
    Tesla has launched 55 Supercharger stations across expressways in Chongqing, mainland China. The US-based electric-car maker opened these advanced charging stations simultaneously across highways in Chongqing in Southwest China on March 28. At a launch ceremony at the Dazu Rock Carvings express service area, Huang Lei, general manager of Tesla Western China, said the new sites are equipped with Tesla’s V4 Supercharger technology. The stations are strategically positioned along key tran...
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    XCharge North America and JOJO Superfast expand ultrafast EV charging network across Illinois
    XCharge North America, the North American subsidiary of XCHG Ltd., and JOJO Superfast EV Charging announced a strategic partnership to deploy a high-power electric vehicle charging network across Illinois, US. XCharge North America, a provider of high-power EV charging and battery-integrated solutions designed to strengthen the North American electrical grid, will not only manufacture the chargers but also oversee every site from concept to completion through its comprehensive turnkey solut...
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    Everged launches Zero Cost Swap Program to upgrade failing EV chargers for site hosts
    Everged, a North American energy technology company based in Vienna, Virginia, announced the launch of its Zero Cost Swap Program on April 2. The program is a turnkey solution aimed at helping property owners and site hosts replace broken, outdated, out-of-warranty, or unsupported electric vehicle charging stations with modern, networked equipment at zero up-front cost. The initiative responds to ongoing concerns within the EV community about unreliable charging experiences, which have been c...
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    Emobi and DIMO partner to launch fleet-ready universal Plug & Charge solution
    Emobi announced a partnership with DIMO to combine Emobi's JustPlug technology with DIMO's session infrastructure platform to provide secure, seamless charging to fleets. The collaboration has launched what is described as the first fleet-ready device to enable secure Plug & Charge using Emobi's JustPlug solution, built on ISO 15118 standards. Unlike existing Plug & Charge implementations that rely on automaker-issued certificates, this solution enables ISO 15118 digital cer...
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    AutoTechInsight Weekly - 6 April 2026
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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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    BP Pulse breaks ground to build its first large-scale EV charging hub at Melbourne airport
    BP Pulse has begun construction of its first large-scale electric vehicle charging hub in Australia, located within the Melbourne Airport precinct and planned for completion in 2026. The hub will feature 24 charging bays with 150-kilowatt and 300-kW chargers, two accessible bays, drive-through bays for larger vehicles, a bathroom, and a canopy. BP Pulse Australia General Manager Antoine Denis said the charging hub is an important part of BP Pulse's growing network across Australia. He said...
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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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    Wallbox agrees to final restructuring terms with creditors and shareholders to refinance debt
    Wallbox NV has agreed to the final terms for implementing a comprehensive restructuring plan, subject to the signing of the relevant documentation, court approval and customary conditions. This agreement builds on the preliminary agreements announced on Dec. 1, 2025, and March 4, and formalizes the restructuring terms and reflects progress toward full implementation. The plan has been agreed with major financial creditors representing more than 83% of the group's financial debt, certain ...
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    Chanani Group launches CM EV Services to build charging hubs across Southern California
    Chanani Group has announced the launch of CM EV Services LLC, a new venture focused on developing electric vehicle charging infrastructure across Southern California. This initiative is described as an important step in supporting the region's transition to clean transportation. CM EV Services has entered into a partnership with Motive Energy, described as one of the largest solar and energy infrastructure providers in the United States. Motive Energy's sustainable solutions division will act...
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    CATL partners with logistics company STO Express to promote fleet electrification
    The world's largest battery manufacturer, CATL, and Chinese logistics company STO Express have signed a strategic cooperation agreement in Ningde, Fujian province, where CATL is headquartered, to promote fleet electrification. According to an announcement April 3, the partnership will focus on green logistics, vehicle electrification, charging and battery swap facility networks and full life-cycle battery management, with the aim of addressing high fuel costs in mainline logistics transportat...
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    Osprey opens new superfast EV charging hub in Evesham, UK
    Osprey Charging has opened a new flagship ultra-rapid EV charging hub at Twyford Services in Evesham, providing one of the region's largest public charging locations on its nationwide network. The site, which offers 16 ultra-rapid chargers, is located just off the A46 and A44, strengthening charging coverage on a key route linking the Midlands, South West and Wales. This area has been identified by National Highways as a cold spot in the provision of rapid charging on the Strategic Road Netwo...
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    Milepost acquires Mer’s Swedish everyday EV charging network
    Milepost AB, described as Sweden's first independent electric vehicle-charging operator focusing on everyday charging (alternating current [AC]), has acquired Mer's Swedish network of charging stations for everyday charging. The transaction covers approximately 250 charge points located across Sweden, from Åre in the north to Malmö in the south. Most of these charge points deliver up to 22 kilowatts, with a few capable of up to 50 kW. The agreement is in line with Mer's strategy to fully fo...
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    Peak Nano and Advanced Conversion partner on next-generation DC-link capacitors for high-voltage e-mobility
    Peak Nano announced a strategic partnership with Advanced Conversion, a wholly owned subsidiary of ETI of Clearwater, Florida, to co-develop next-generation direct current (DC)-link capacitor solutions for high-voltage e-mobility applications. The initial focus of this collaboration includes high-performance and commercial platforms such as Formula E and performance automotive, electric buses and heavy trucks, off-highway and industrial vehicles, and electrified aviation. The partnership is a...
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    Chargefox app adds BP Pulse network to expand EV charging access in Australia
    Chargefox has announced a collaboration with BP Pulse that will enable access to BP Pulse's network of over 300 electric vehicle charging bays through the Chargefox app. Under this arrangement, BP Pulse's network of EV charging sites will be available to Chargefox app users and radio-frequency identification (RFID) card holders, who will be able to start and pay for charging sessions at these locations. This integration combines BP Pulse's charging infrastructure with what...
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    Jaguar Land Rover, Chery revive Freelander as independent EV brand in mainland China
    The joint venture between Chery Automobile and Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) announced the revival of the Freelander brand, unveiling an aggressive product road map aimed at mainland China's luxury electric vehicle market. At an event in Shanghai on March 31, Freelander was elevated to an independent brand that will roll out six EV models over the next five years, averaging one new vehicle every six months, with the first model slated to debut in mainland China in the second half of 2026. To suppor...
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    SPIE and FLASH team up to roll out electric truck charging infrastructure in France
    SPIE CityNetworks, a French subsidiary of SPIE, is rolling out its e-Vadea Truck charging network across Autoroutes Paris-Rhin-Rhône (APRR) service stations in partnership with the FLASH investment platform. Seven high-power charging stations specifically designed for electric heavy-goods vehicles are being added to the existing e-Vadea network installed at APRR service stations. This network, described as the largest belonging to a single operator on French motorways, is adapting ...
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    Plenitude to expand EV charging infrastructure in Spain
    Plenitude, through its subsidiary Plenitude On The Road, will support the development of the first corridor of ultrafast-charging stations along the AP-9 motorway in the Galicia region in Spain, following an agreement signed with Autopistas del Atlántico. The company plans to install and operate 42 ultrafast-charging points with power up to 300 kilowatts in five of the seven service areas along the motorway: O Salnés, Compostela, Ameixeira North and South, and Miño. The charging po...
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    Charge+ Cambodia and Harmony Auto sign MOU to boost BYD EV ecosystem
    Charge+ Cambodia and Harmony Auto have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to accelerate electric vehicle adoption across Cambodia by combining Charge+ Cambodia's EV charging network with Harmony Auto's role as the exclusive authorized distributor of BYD EVs in the country. The partnership aims to provide a seamless ownership experience for the growing number of EV drivers in Cambodia. As an immediate benefit, all BYD customers will receive a 15% discount on charging fees across the en...
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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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    Hanon Systems launches highly integrated cooling entity for EVs
    Hanon Systems, a global automotive thermal management supplier and subsidiary of Hankook & Co. Group, has announced that it is supplying its highly integrated cooling entity for electric vehicles. The compact and multifunctional thermal management module is designed to integrate several components, including the innovative eCompressor, electronic expansion valve block, a combined water-cooled condenser, internal heat exchanger, chiller, A/C lines, and pressure and temperature sensors, into a...
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    NewVolt, ARENA invest in building electric truck charging infrastructure in Australia
    NewVolt has confirmed it is building Stage 1 of the NewVolt Network, a three-hub, open-access fast-charging network for electric trucks serving Melbourne's major freight precincts. The announcement coincided with the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) formally announcing A$25.3 million in co-funding for the project in Canberra, which NewVolt said is already being put to work. Australia's road freight industry runs almost entirely on imported diesel, costing the economy about $30 billi...
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    Kia commences production of all-electric EV2 in Europe
    South Korean carmaker Kia has begun production of the EV2, its second fully electric vehicle to be assembled in Europe, marking another step in Kia's electrification strategy for the region. The B-segment sport utility vehicle is being assembled at Kia Slovakia following a modernization program on the production lines that was completed in 2025. Soohang Chang, president and CEO at Kia Europe, said the start of production for the EV2 continues to verify the company's technical cap...
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    Adoption of semisolid batteries expand to light trucks in mainland China
    The adoption of semisolid-state batteries in mainland China is extending from passenger cars to commercial vehicles, specifically the light truck sector, thanks to CALB's newly launched solid-liquid hybrid battery, which powers Chery Automobile's light trucks. The development is described as one of the first large-scale applications of semisolid-state battery technology in light commercial vehicles (LCVs), broadening its commercial use. According to the report, CALB's semisolid...
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    Blink Charging's revenue grows 16.5% YOY to $103.5 million in 2025
    Blink Charging Co., a global provider of electric vehicle charging equipment and services, has reported its financial results for the fourth-quarter and full year ended Dec. 31, 2025. The company saw total revenue of $27 million for the fourth quarter, which is a growth of 3.5% year over year, and $103.5 million for the full year, which is a growth of 16.5% year over year. The company reported significant growth in service revenue, which increased by 45% year over year for the full year to reach...
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    U Power completes production of electric trucks for Thailand with battery-swapping technology
    U Power Ltd. has announced the completion of production for its first 30 battery-swapping electric heavy-duty trucks intended for the Thailand market. These trucks are set to be delivered in late May 2026 for a pilot deployment, marking a strategic expansion into Thailand and Southeast Asia. The production follows successful testing and validation of U Power's full-stack battery-swapping system, which ensures the performance and safety of the trucks within the company's intelligent ecosystem....
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    Posco Future M partners with Kumho Petrochemical and BEI for anode-free lithium batteries
    Posco Holdings Inc. recently announced that its battery materials subsidiary, Posco Future M, has signed a memorandum of understanding with Kumho Petrochemical and BEI to develop next-generation anode-free lithium metal batteries. This collaboration focuses on a battery architecture that eliminates the traditional graphite anode, depositing lithium directly onto the current collector during charging. This design increases the usable space within the cell, potentially offering 30% to 50% highe...
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    ChargePoint introduces Premier Care and Support Portal to enhance EV charger management
    ChargePoint has unveiled two new services, ChargePoint Premier Care and the ChargePoint Support Portal, aimed at enhancing the management of electric vehicle chargers. ChargePoint Premier Care offers personalized, expert services for customers with extensive or complex charging networks, focusing on optimizing their operations and providing detailed metrics such as revenue reports and full-service network optimization. This white glove service includes proactive tracking and case management, mak...
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    AutoTechInsight Weekly - 30 March 2026
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    SK Signet launches 400-kW all-in-one ultrafast EV charger
    SK Signet, a South Korea-based manufacturer of high-power electric vehicle charging solutions, has introduced its new 400-kilowatt all-in-one ultrafast EV charger. This model enhances energy and space efficiency using high-density silicon carbide (SiC)-based power modules and a high-efficiency power design. The company aims to solidify its technological leadership in North America and strengthen its presence in the rapidly growing US ultrafast EV charging market. Driven by increasing dem...
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    Kempower, Windrose and EV Realty launch commercial availability of megawatt charging in California
    Kempower, Windrose and EV Realty have announced a successful charge using the Megawatt Charging System (MCS) at EV Realty's San Bernardino, California, charging hub. This marked the first MCS charging session with a Kempower Mega Satellite MCS installed in North America, advancing the commercial availability of MCS charging for fleet and charge-point operators. The MCS enables charging powers over 1 megawatt, allowing higher charging speeds, stronger standardization and enhanced operationa...
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    Tata Power installs ultra-fast EV charging station on Mumbai–Ahmedabad highway
    Tata Power has installed a 180 kW ultra-fast EV charging station on the Mumbai–Ahmedabad highway at Vithal Kamat Restaurant in Durves, Manor, along NH-48. This installation offers electric vehicle users travelling between Mumbai and Ahmedabad a faster and more convenient charging option, enhancing the ease and efficiency of long-distance journeys. The charger is part of Tata Power's EZ Charge network, supporting CCS 2 fast-charging compatibility, allowing it to work with various electric vehic...
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    Fastned appoints Victor van Dijk as vice president of Strategy
    Fastned, a leading European charge-point operator (CPO), has appointed Victor van Dijk, who has served as CFO since 2019, as the new vice president of Strategy, the company announced March 25. He will resign as a statutory director and CFO from the management board, effective March 26. Fastned said that as vice president of Strategy, van Dijk will focus on shaping the CPO’s long-term vision and capabilities while setting clear priorities and developing shareholder value. “Victor wil...
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    CLEPA survey shows automotive suppliers face higher profitability challenges in 2026
    Nearly one in four automotive suppliers in Europe expects to report losses in 2026, the European Association of Automotive Suppliers (CLEPA) reported in its Spring 2026 Pulse Check survey. According to the survey, 76% of automotive suppliers anticipate profitability below the sustainable level of 5%, a slight decline from the 70% noted in the previous survey in autumn 2025. Additionally, the percentage of suppliers expecting negative profitability has risen to 24%, up from 15%.  To manag...
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    Sony Honda Mobility halts Afeela EV development amid Honda’s strategy shift
    Sony Honda Mobility, a joint venture between Sony and Honda, has decided to halt the development of its Afeela electric vehicles following Honda's decision to reduce its EV plans. Honda's recent strategy shift includes a substantial writedown of up to ¥2.5 trillion (about $15.7 billion), leading to its first annual loss in over 70 years. This move comes amid diminishing support for EVs in the US and lower-than-expected demand in Europe, which has also impacted other automakers such as Ford a...
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    BAIC unveils sodium-ion batteries with 450-km range in mainland China
    Beijing Automotive Group (BAIC Group) has unveiled further details about its sodium-ion battery technology following a significant announcement previously. The Chinese automaker has reported that its sodium-ion battery can provide a driving range of 450 kilometers and boasts a cell energy density exceeding 170 watt-hours per kilogram (Wh/kg), placing it among the industry's top-tier offerings. This development underlines BAIC's commitment to compete with rivals in the growing Chinese market f...
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    Toyota plans to invest $1 billion in its Kentucky and Indiana plants in the US
    Japanese automaker Toyota plans to invest $1 billion across its Kentucky and Indiana plants in the US, the company announced March 23, as it marked 40 years of its Kentucky plant, Toyota’s largest manufacturing plant worldwide. The carmaker said that the investment is part of its commitment to invest up to $10 billion in its US plants over the next five years. Notably, the company had first announced its $10 billion investment in the US in November 2025. Toyota said that of $1 ...
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    ŠKODA Auto updates Elroq and Enyaq with new features and enhanced technology for 2026
    ŠKODA Auto is introducing updates to its popular electric models, the Elroq and Enyaq, which ranked among Europe's best-selling electric vehicles in 2025. The updates, set for mid-2026, include new Simply Clever elements, improved digital functions and enhanced assist systems. The Elroq 60 and Enyaq 60 will feature lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery technology, offering benefits such as cost-effectiveness and long cycle lifespan suitable for urban mobility. The LFP battery production line ...
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    Ampeco unveils CoOperator for enhanced EV charging network management in the US
    Ampeco has introduced CoOperator, an AI-powered operations agent designed for electric vehicle charging network operators utilizing the Ampeco platform. Launched at the EV Charging Summit & Expo in Las Vegas, CoOperator aims to assist operators by automating root cause diagnostics, offering a conversational interface for network management, and executing operational tasks using plain language. This tool is tailored for expanding US charging networks, enabling more efficient managemen...
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    Mobile charging robots equip parking spaces with EV charging in mainland China
    A new mobile power bank, designed as a compact self-guided charging unit, has been introduced in an older Nanning neighborhood, providing electric vehicle owners with convenient on-demand charging in mainland China.  This technology was first reported by the Chinese newspaper Nanning Evening, and it bypasses the need for costly infrastructure changes. Residents in the Linliqiao Jiayuan community, which is home to over 400 EVs, can now use a phone app to summon an intelligent chargin...
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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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    SK Signet launches 400-kW ultrafast EV charger for North American market
    SK Signet, a South Korean global manufacturer of high-power electric vehicle charging solutions, has launched a new 400-kilowatt All-in-One ultrafast EV charger to enhance energy and space efficiency in charging networks. This model uses high-density silicon carbide (SiC)-based power modules, improving power efficiency to 96.5% and reducing the footprint by 54% compared to its previous version with the same capacity. This innovation aims to strengthen SK Signet's presence in the North Am...
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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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    Everged teams up with World4Solar to deliver integrated EV charging, solar and battery solutions
    In a press release dated March 16, Everged announced that it has partnered with World4Solar, a manufacturer of unified electric vehicle charging, solar and battery systems, for an all-in-one turnkey solution that allows businesses to implement fully-integrated energy ecosystems that maximize financial and operational value for businesses, municipalities and drivers. Installing EV chargers serves as a strategic business tool across various industries, attracting and retaining valuable patrons....
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    Porsche eyes EV growth, to launch 10 new models in South Korea
    Porsche has announced plans to launch over 10 new models in South Korea in 2026, beginning with the East Asian debut of the Cayenne Electric, as part of its strategy to enhance its presence in the high-performance electric vehicle market. At a press conference in Seoul, South Korea, Porsche Korea CEO Mathias Busse highlighted the introduction of the Cayenne Electric, the South Korea-exclusive Panamera Red Exclusive, and the new 911 Turbo S and Macan GTS. He emphasized the importance of bringi...
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    Nio’s battery asset operator Mirattery raises fresh funds
    Mirattery, the battery asset operator for Shanghai-based electric-car maker Nio's battery leasing business, has issued a new green Asset Backed Medium-term Notes (ABN) to support its battery-as-a-service (BaaS) operations. The company has successfully issued the first tranche of its 2026 green targeted ABN, amounting to 1 billion yuan (about $145 million), which has received strong interest from investors. The positive investor response and decreasing issuance price demonstrate Mirattery's ex...
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    Mahindra partners HPCL to expand EV charging infrastructure across India
    Charge_iN by Mahindra and Mahindra (M&M), a leading Indian automaker, and Hindustan Petroleum Corp. Ltd. (HPCL) have announced a collaborative partnership to install electric vehicle charging stations (EVCS) at HPCL fuel stations across India. This collaboration aims to utilize HPCL's extensive network of over 24,400 retail outlets and more than 5,400 existing EVCS to develop EV charging infrastructure. This initiative is expected to enhance the experience for EV users and promote EV...
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    Dai Nippon Printing to open R&D center in India's Telangana to conduct mobility research
    Dai Nippon Printing Co. Ltd. (DNP) has announced plans to establish a new research and development center in Telangana, India, in April 2026 to bolster its international R&D strategy. This will be the second overseas location for the Japanese supplier, following the establishment of a facility in the Netherlands in September 2025. DNP will conduct joint research with the Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH), focusing on mobility and healthcare. The facility will be located...
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    AutoTechInsight Weekly - 23 March 2026
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    Scalvy and Valeo evaluate battery-integrated architecture for enhanced automotive systems
    Scalvy, a company focused on developing distributed power delivery systems for AI data centers, energy storage and electric mobility, has announced the successful concept evaluation of its battery-integrated architecture within an automotive system in collaboration with Valeo, a global automotive technology company. Scalvy's innovative approach replaces traditional large inverters and converters with distributed Power Neurons, which are compact, software-coordinated modules that manage power ...
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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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    BMW launches the new all-electric i3 with up to 900-km range
    In a press release dated March 18, BMW announced the launch of the new BMW i3, the second model of the Neue Klasse. The BMW i350 xDrive, the first all-electric BMW 3 Series, features electric motors on both front and rear axles. With a combined system power output of 345 kilowatts/469hp, it boasts a maximum torque of 645 Newton meters (N.m). The BMW i3 has a range of up to 900 kilometers in the Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure (WLTP) test cycle and offers rapid charging capab...
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    Leapmotor launches its first R&D facility in Germany
    Mainland Chinese automaker Leapmotor has inaugurated its first overseas innovation center in Munich. The newly opened research and development facility is aimed at overseeing the design iterations and conceptual development of future electric vehicle models. This facility signifies Leapmotor's strategic shift from exporting products to exporting design. Positioned in Schwabing-Freimann, a cultural hub in northern Munich, the center constitutes part of Leapmotor's global design network, which ...
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    Nio plans to commence internal testing of its fifth-generation battery-swap stations soon
    Nio Inc is set to introduce its fifth-generation battery swap stations that are expected to support all three of its brands, following a redesign that caused a delay in the original timeline. The company plans to start internal testing in late March, which will include support for vehicles from the Firefly sub-brand. Between May and June, Nio intends to establish five to ten pioneer battery swap stations for trial operations, with a mass rollout scheduled for July and August. This rollout is ...
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    BAIC Group unveils sodium-ion battery prototype, energy density exceeds 170 Wh/kg
    Beijing Automotive Group Co. (BAIC Group) has announced new advancements in sodium-ion batteries, underscoring its commitment to next-generation power battery technologies. The Chinese automaker has developed a sodium-ion battery prototype that meets industry-leading standards and has expanded its Aurora Battery platform to include lithium-ion, solid-state and sodium-ion technologies, thereby establishing an independent battery system for diverse applications. The sodium battery pack features...
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    Puget Sound Energy and ChargeScape launch V2H technology demonstration in Washington
    Puget Sound Energy (PSE) and ChargeScape have initiated the first demonstration of new vehicle-to-home (V2H) technology in Washington, enabling electric vehicles to power homes during power outages. This test involves partners Ford, Kia, and Wallbox, with initial participation from bidirectional-capable EVs like the Ford F-150 Lightning and Kia EV9. The demonstration commenced last month and aims to strengthen grid reliability by using EVs as backup power sources during peak electricity deman...
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    Stellantis expands Tesla Supercharger access for BEV customers in North America
    Stellantis has significantly expanded the fast-charging coverage for its battery-electric vehicle (BEV) customers across North America. Stellantis BEV customers now have access to over 27,500 Tesla Supercharger locations using the Free2move Charge app and a Free2move Charge North American Charging System (NACS)-CCS1 DC adapter. This expansion enables easier long-distance travel and everyday charging for owners of Dodge, Jeep®, Ram, FIAT and Maserati BEVs. This development is a significant mi...
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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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    TotalEnergies adds 200 charging points in Camden, UK
    French energy company TotalEnergies has installed about 200 new electric vehicle charging points across 80 sites in Camden, UK, according to a Transport Energy news report published on March 18. The company has installed 170 new charge points, including 18 rapid charge points capable of delivering up to 100 kW of peak power. According to TotalEnergies, these newly installed EV chargers will be powered entirely by electricity generated from renewable energy sources. With the new installatio...
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    Chery unveils all-new solid-state battery with 1500 km driving range
    Chery Automobile has introduced a new all-solid-state battery technology with a range exceeding 1,500 kilometers. The newly developed solid-state battery is slated for debut in the Chery Exeed ES8 model next year. The announcement was made at the 2026 Chery Battery Night, where the automaker launched its Rhino Battery series. The development follows BYD's launch of its next-generation Blade battery. Chery's pilot production line for solid-state batteries has developed cells with varying en...
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    Suncar AG launches vehicle-side megawatt charging interface
    Megawatt charging is a crucial technology for advancing the electrification of heavy-duty vehicles and machines. While the focus is often on charging parks and megawatt charging stations, the implementation on the vehicle side is equally important. Suncar AG, a Switzerland-based company, aims to address this aspect by providing a DC fast-charging interface designed for use in vehicles to facilitate the integration of MCS-based megawatt charging technology. The Megawatt Charging System (MCS) i...
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    V-Green invests 10 trillion dong for 99 super EV charging stations in Vietnam
    V-Green Global Charging Station Development Joint Stock Co. has announced a substantial investment of 10 trillion dong (approximately $380 million) to construct a network of 99 super electric vehicle charging stations in Vietnam. These stations, which will operate using 100% clean energy from wind and solar power, are designed to simultaneously charge up to 100 electric cars, each with a power capacity of 150 kilowatts, significantly reducing charging time to approximately 15 minutes. The pro...
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    Eve Energy builds first prototypes of two new all-solid-state batteries in mainland China
    Eve Energy has successfully produced two new all-solid-state batteries named Longquan No. 3 and Longquan No. 4, marking a significant advancement in next-generation battery technology. These batteries were officially rolled out on March 17 at the company's facility in Chengdu, Sichuan province, in mainland China. The Longquan No. 3 is designed for consumer electronics, capable of operating in low-pressure environments below 2 megapascals (MPa) with high volumetric energy density. Meanwh...
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    Ionity opens two new EV charging sites in Scotland
    Ionity, a leading high-powered charging (HPC) network, has opened two new electric vehicle charging sites in the Scottish Highlands. The sites are situated near Fort William, close to Ben Nevis (Northwestern Scotland, UK), and in Inshes, Inverness. The Fort William site represents Ionity's 12th location in Scotland, following the opening of its 11th site in Inverness two weeks prior. This expansion aligns with the Scottish government's plans to develop high-powered EV infrastructure...
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    Polestar secures $300 million in new equity investments
    Polestar announced March 16 that it has secured $300 million in equity investments from a group of purchasers, including Crédit Agricole CIB, Vida Finance SA, Innovator Ltd., and Proximastar Holdings Co. Ltd. As part of this arrangement, the purchasers have entered a put option deal with a subsidiary of Geely Sweden Holdings AB, allowing them an exit option with guaranteed returns in three years. These arrangements mirror previous equity financing agreements from December 2025 and February 2...
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    Ionna expands EV charging network with automaker-backed loyalty programs and benefits
    Ionna, a high-speed charging network backed by eight automakers — BMW, General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes-Benz, Stellantis and Toyota — has opened 100 charging sites over a year and has 340 more in its pipeline. Currently operating just under 1,000 charging bays and with 3,700 more such charging facilities planned, Ionna has also launched new benefits for electric vehicle buyers from its funding automakers, such as a 10% discount for General Motors EVs on charging sessions. ...
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    Exicom inaugurates advanced manufacturing facility in Hyderabad to boost EV infrastructure
    Exicom Tele-Systems Ltd. inaugurated a new manufacturing facility in Hyderabad on March 16, making a significant capital investment in India's power electronics sector. The plant, constructed at a cost of 2.16 billion rupees (approximately $23.3 million), covers 280,000 square feet of built-up area on a total land footprint of 18.4 acres. It is projected to generate over 750 jobs in the region. It enhances Exicom's production capacity by 2.5 times, serving both domestic and export markets. ...
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    Windrose and Autel Europe validate Megawatt Charging System in the Netherlands
    Windrose and Autel Europe have successfully validated a real-world Megawatt Charging System (MCS) charging session at a Mega Charging Hub in Roosendaal, the Netherlands, marking an operational validation of charging under the MCS standard in live site conditions. This setup combines three MaxiCharger DS480 high-power charging cabinets into a 1,440-kilowatt system, paired with the MaxiCharger DT1500 MCS-enabled dispenser, capable of delivering up to 1.2 megawatts through the MCS interface. The sy...
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    RAW Charging partners with Landsec to build largest destination EV charging hub in the UK
    RAW Charging has partnered with Landsec to establish the UK's largest destination electric vehicle charging hub at Bluewater. The initiative is part of a £24.5 million national rollout in popular retail destinations. The initiative aims to deliver 1,000 new charging bays across 28 Landsec locations, including Bluewater, Gunwharf Quays, White Rose Shopping Centre and Brighton Marina. Some sites are already operational. The planned EV charging network is designed to meet customer dem...
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    BYD plans to roll out 1,500-kW flash chargers in Europe
    Leading mainland Chinese automaker BYD plans to introduce its first set of flash-charging stations outside of mainland China. These new-generation flash chargers are capable of providing up to 1,500 kilowatts to a single electric vehicle. The installation of these high-power charging stations is slated to begin in the coming weeks with the launch of the updated Denza Z9GT model in Europe. The said EV model will debut in Paris on April 8. The BYD Denza Z9GT is powered by the company's ...
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    Aisin and Pegasus Tech Ventures double CVC fund to $100M to support emerging mobility tech startups
    Aisin Corp. and Pegasus Tech Ventures have announced the expansion of the corporate venture capital (CVC) that the US-based venture capital firm manages for the Japan-based automotive supplier, from the current $50 million to $100 million. This expanded fund, set to operate through 2036, continues the existing partnership aimed at investing in breakthrough technologies that support Aisin's corporate mission. The initial fund, launched in 2018, has invested in over 40 startups globally, foster...
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    VinFast extends free EV charging in Asian markets to boost EV adoption
    VinFast, the Vietnamese electric vehicle manufacturer, has announced the extension of its free EV charging program in India, Indonesia and the Philippines until March 31, 2029. This initiative aims to promote the adoption of EVs in these markets. The extended policy allows all VinFast EV owners in the three countries to charge their vehicles at no cost using the infrastructure provided by V-Green. This benefit is available to both new and existing customers, and also applies to driv...
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    SWTCH Energy unveils Flex Charger and Smart Outlet to streamline EV charging solutions
    SWTCH Energy announced the launch of two new hardware products, the SWTCH Flex Charger and the SWTCH Smart Outlet, aimed at supporting scalable and cost-effective electric vehicle charging across various property types. These products are integrated with SWTCH Cortex, enabling a comprehensive EV charging portfolio from Level 1 to high-power direct current fast charging. This integration removes the complexity for building owners by providing a unified solution that eliminates the need for multip...
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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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    ChargePoint collaborates with Ford Pro in Germany and the UK
    ChargePoint has announced a collaboration with Ford Pro to provide specialized home, depot and workplace electric vehicle charging solutions for Ford's commercial fleet customers in Germany and the UK. This partnership aims to lower the total cost of ownership for fleets, regardless of size. Rick Wilmer, CEO of ChargePoint, highlighted the benefits of the company's scalable solutions, which include operational visibility and improved efficiency, enabling electric fleets to function mo...
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    Honda scraps development of three EV models slated for production in North America
    Honda Motor Co. Ltd. has scrapped three planned electric vehicle models in North America as part of a reassessment of its electrification strategy due to the recent changes brought by the evolving policy landscape in the US.  This decision will lead to expected losses in the company's consolidated financial results for the fiscal year ending March 2026. The cancellation follows a strategic shift toward EVs, initially driven by a commitment to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050 and aligned...
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    AutoTechInsight Weekly - 16 March 2026
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    U Power and Whale Logistics complete testing for battery-swapping trucks in Thailand
    U Power Ltd. announced the successful completion of operational testing and full-stack integration for its battery-swapping system designed for heavy-duty truck prototype vehicles to be deployed in Thailand. This milestone is part of U Power's collaboration with Whale Logistics (Thailand) Co. Ltd., aiming to deploy 1,000 battery-swapping trucks in Thailand. The partnership was formalized in December 2025, and production and delivery of the first batch are planned for May 2026. The truck proje...
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    Mercedes-Benz denies report of new EV platform development with Geely
    Mercedes-Benz is reportedly planning the development of a new global compact electric vehicle platform utilizing Geely's electronic and electrical architecture, although Mercedes-Benz later denied this report as fabricated and untrue. According to a mainland Chinese media outlet, the new platform, codenamed Phoenix, will be based on Geely's GEEA (Geely Electronic & Electrical Architecture) 4.0 platform, with the development focus shifting to mainland China. The Mercedes-Benz China R&D...
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    CATL begins pilot development of 500 Wh/kg sulfide-based solid-state battery in mainland China
    CATL has initiated pilot development of its solid-state battery featuring a high-energy density of 500 watt-hours per kilogram (Wh/kg) and sulfide-based chemistry in mainland China. The company has named it Ningde Shidai All-Solid-State. CATL, the world's largest battery manufacturer, is aiming for small-scale production by 2027, coinciding with mainland China's planned rollout of a solid-state battery standard in July 2026, marking the nation's first technical standard for this cat...
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    ThunderPlus to build a 1.6-MW charging hub near Vijayawada, India
    ThunderPlus, a leading electric vehicle charging network operator, and Evey Trans Private Ltd., an electric bus fleet company, have partnered to create a charging hub near Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh. This initiative represents a significant EV infrastructure investment in the region. The hub, which is located on 1 acre of land at Kunchanapalli, Tadepalli, will have an installed capacity of 1.6 megawatts, featuring seven direct current (DC) fast chargers, battery-swapping infrastruct...
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    Fastned raises over €32 million from retail bonds
    Fastned, a leading fast-charging-point operator (CPO) in Europe, has successfully concluded a retail bond campaign, raising €32.4 million from individual investors in the Netherlands and Belgium. The funds will aid Fastned in expanding its network as the demand for electric vehicles increases, with over 10 million fully electric cars currently on European roads. Fastned's network operates in nine countries with 410 stations catering to EV drivers across Europe. The company reported recor...
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    Nissan Leaf EV batteries power EV charging stations in Port of Vigo, Spain
    Nissan is promoting the circular use of its electric vehicle batteries by supporting a new ultrafast EV charging solution at the Port of Vigo, Spain. The initiative involves a collaboration with Spanish energy storage and EV charging company Little Electric Energy, which has developed a plug-and-play solution called Green Charge Flex. This system has repurposed 12 Nissan Leaf 30-kilowatt-hour battery packs into a 300-kWh energy storage system (ESS) to support charging infrastructure at the port,...
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    Volteras and Polestar partner to provide access to fleet telematics service
    Volteras, a connected vehicle data provider, has formed a partnership with Polestar to offer Volteras customers access to Polestar Fleet Telematics. This collaboration enables fleet operators and mobility providers to incorporate vehicle-level data from Polestar electric vehicles into their operational systems using Volteras, providing real-time and near-real-time vehicle insights without the need for additional hardware. The Polestar Fleet Telematics service ensures that fleet data is delivered...
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