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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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    AutoTechInsight Weekly - 25 May 2026
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    Automotive Engineering Exposition 2026 Yokohama: Astemo to showcase innovations in environment, safety and digitalization
    Astemo will exhibit at the Automotive Engineering Exposition 2026 Yokohama, scheduled to be held from May 27 to May 29, at Pacifico Yokohama in Japan. The company will showcase advanced solutions and innovative products that are leading the era of software-defined vehicles (SDVs) in the areas of environment, safety and digitalization. This will include a focus on integrated control technologies that combine these fields at a higher level and the latest cloud-connected te...
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    Basquevolt unveils lithium-metal battery cell for EVs
    Spanish battery developer Basquevolt has introduced a next-generation lithium-metal battery cell for electric vehicles, the BQV400L, claiming a gravimetric energy density of more than 400 watt-hours per kilogram (Wh/kg) and compatibility with existing gigafactory manufacturing infrastructure. Launched on May 22, the pouch-format cell is positioned as a step toward industrialization of lithium-metal batteries using a hybrid polymer electrolyte architecture. Basquevolt said the BQV400L deliv...
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    Hevo and FTT sign MOU to expand wireless EV fleet charging across Middle East and Africa
    Hevo Inc., a New York-based developer and tier 1 supplier of patented Rezonant wireless charging hardware and the Journey software platform and Fleet Tracking Technologies Co. Ltd. (FTT), a Saudi Arabian company in fleet management, telematics and logistics technology, announced a strategic partnership to commercialize wireless charging and automated depot solutions across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the broader Middle East and Africa region. The partnership brings together Hevo's UL-cert...
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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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    Nissan unit JATCO scraps Sunderland EV powertrain plan amid weak European demand
    Nissan Motor subsidiary JATCO has reportedly canceled its plan to produce electric vehicle powertrains in Sunderland, Britain, due to sluggish demand for Nissan's EVs in Europe, according to a Reuters report citing the Nikkei business daily. In January 2025, JATCO announced a plan to invest £48.7 million to produce up to 340,000 EV powertrains per year at a Sunderland plant for Nissan, integrating the motor, inverter and reducer. Later that year, Nissan, which had been badly damaged by weake...
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    Stellantis launches STLA One modular vehicle architecture
    Stellantis has introduced STLA One, a modular vehicle architecture designed to support multiple powertrains and vehicle sizes. The carmaker said that STLA One will have a modular, scalable architecture with common interfaces intended to reduce complexity, speed up development and target 20% cost efficiency, driven by modularity by design and new battery choices. STLA One supports Stellantis' platform optimization strategy, helping the company to target reducing volumes by 50% across just...
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    Uber and JSW Green Mobility sign MOU to develop EVs for Indian ride-hailing market
    Uber and JSW Green Mobility have signed a memorandum of understanding as an initial step toward partnering to develop new electric vehicles for the Indian ride-hailing market. The companies plan to jointly develop and operate these vehicles to reduce costs, promote electric mobility and serve the needs of Indian riders and drivers. The MOU was signed at JSW's Mumbai headquarters during Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi's five-day visit to India. JSW Green Mobility is a fully-owned subsidiary of JSW ...
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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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    Stellantis bets €60 billion on scale, tech and tough choices in ‘Fastlane 2030’ reset
    After years of managing a sprawling portfolio that often left investors questioning brand positioning, overlap and capital discipline, Stellantis is attempting a reset. The company is restructuring how it views its stable of iconic marques—splitting them into clearly defined global and regional roles, aligning product pipelines and sales strategies accordingly, and directing investment toward the most scalable and profitable nameplates. The aim is to eliminate internal competition, reduce d...
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    Kempower, APM Terminals sign agreement on supply of EV charging infrastructure at ports
    Kempower and APM Terminals have signed a three-year framework agreement for the supply of Kempower's direct current (DC) fast-charging technology across APM Terminals' global network. Kempower is a global front-runner in DC fast-charging solutions, while APM Terminals operates resilient and efficient container terminals in 35 countries and is part of A. P. Moller — Maersk. The agreement is intended to support APM Terminals' road map to decarbonise operations through the use of battery-...
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    Yarra Energy Foundation launches neighborhood battery and accessible EV charging trial in Melbourne
    Yarra Energy Foundation (YEF) has launched a neighborhood battery with two wheelchair accessible electric vehicle charging bays outside the Collingwood Leisure Centre in Clifton Hill, an inner-city suburb of Melbourne, Australia. Inaugurated by the Minister for Energy and Resources Lily D'Ambrosio, the project received a $750,000 grant from the Victorian government through the Neighbourhood Battery Initiative. This is described as the first dedicated front-of-meter neighborhood battery design...
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    CHARGE rolls out first off-grid solar EV stations on South Africa’s N3 corridor
    Zero Carbon Charge (CHARGE), a South African electric vehicle infrastructure firm, has launched the first of two off-grid, solar-powered charging stations along the Johannesburg to Durban N3 corridor. This rollout is presented as part of a broader effort to expand charging infrastructure in Africa's most industrialized economy as EV adoption increases, despite grid constraints and energy insecurity that challenge large-scale electrification. The Eskom power utility has limited capacity and re...
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    SK Signet and synergEV sign MOU to expand ultrafast EV charging in the Americas
    SK Signet, a South Korea-based ultrafast electric vehicle charger manufacturer, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with US EV charging infrastructure operator synergEV to expand cooperation across North America and Latin America. The signing ceremony took place at SK Signet's US subsidiary in Texas, where the companies discussed plans to expand ultrafast-charging infrastructure and collaborate on key projects. SynergEV, based in Texas, operates more than 1,800 charging stations ac...
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    Stellantis and Dongfeng plan Europe-based JV for Voyah new-energy vehicles
    Stellantis and Dongfeng Group have signed a nonbinding memorandum of understanding outlining their intention to expand their 34-year partnership by creating a Stellantis-led, Europe-based joint venture focused on the sales, distribution, manufacturing, purchasing and engineering of Dongfeng's new-energy vehicles (NEVs). The planned JV would initially target designated markets in Europe and be structured as a 51/49 JV led by Stellantis. Under the contemplated plan, the new JV would take respon...
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    Nio’s EV charging network surpasses 5,000 stations across Greater China
    Shanghai-based electric-car maker Nio Inc. has reached a new milestone in its infrastructure expansion in Greater China, with its charging stations in the country surpassing 5,000. As of May 19, the company operates 5,023 charging stations across the world's largest electric vehicle market, equipped with 28,863 charging piles, which include both high-power superchargers and lower-power regular slow chargers. At the same time, Nio's charging map has integrated over 1.61 million third-p...
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    Stellantis, Jaguar Land Rover explore synergies for new product development for the US
    Stellantis and Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to explore opportunities to collaborate on product development in the US. The MOU is nonbinding and focuses on exploring collaboration opportunities to create synergies across product and technology development, with the aim of leveraging the companies' complementary strengths to create value for both organizations. Antonio Filosa, CEO of Stellantis, said that by working with partners to explore synergies i...
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    Stellantis plans affordable small E-Car production at Pomigliano plant in Italy from 2028
    Stellantis announced the launch of a small and affordable E-Car project, with production planned to start in 2028 at the Pomigliano d'Arco plant in Italy. The company said that the first E-Cars are expected to roll off the production line in 2028. According to Stellantis, the E in E-Car stands for European, Emotion, Electric and Environmental friendliness. The project targets a high-potential segment to be produced in Europe for Europeans and has been recognized by the European Commissio...
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    V-Green signs MOUs to expand EV charging and battery swapping in key Philippine provinces
    V-Green has signed memoranda of understanding (MOUs) with the provincial government of Bataan and Clean Fuel to expand electric vehicle charging and battery-swapping infrastructure in high-traffic areas across the provinces of Bataan and Cavite in the Philippines. These initiatives aim to deliver a more convenient ownership experience for users of electric cars and electric two-wheelers, supporting the acceleration of EV adoption in the Philippines. Under the MOU with the provincial governmen...
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    ChargePoint and OBE Power expand multifamily EV charging partnership across North America
    ChargePoint announced a partnership with OBE Power to deploy electric vehicle charging solutions at multifamily residences across North America. Under this partnership, OBE Power plans to deploy approximately 2,500 charging ports starting in 2026 using ChargePoint EV charging solutions. ChargePoint, a global leader in EV charging solutions, and OBE Power, a charge-point owner focused on deploying and operating EV charging infrastructure at scale, aim to expand their collaboration into one of ...
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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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    Pod acquires EO Charging to expand EV charging capabilities
    Pod Point Ltd. has acquired EO Charging, a specialist provider of electric vehicle fleet charging and end-to-end depot charging software solutions, in a move that significantly expands Pod's commercial fleet and energy management capabilities. With over 17 years of experience enabling the UK's transition to electric mobility, Pod has established itself as a leader in EV charging and a pioneer in energy flexibility, including support for grid balancing through incentivized smart charging....
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    BMW and Solarwatt deepen collaboration on bidirectional charging and home energy integration
    BMW and Solarwatt are expanding their collaboration in smart energy and home charging solutions, focusing on making Neue Klasse vehicles a central component of the home energy ecosystem. With the launch of the first Neue Klasse models, the BMW iX3 and the BMW i3, BMW is beginning the rollout of its bidirectional charging technology. Following Germany's first commercial vehicle-to-grid (V2G) offering available since March, vehicle-to-home (V2H) applications are now being extended so that BMW i...
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    Driivz partners with Dunamis Charge to manage and expand US EV charging network
    Driivz, a Vontier company and global software supplier to electric vehicle charging operators and service providers, announced a partnership with Dunamis Charge, a manufacturer of American-made EV charging solutions, to manage Dunamis Charge's network of smart EV chargers and support its expansion of EV charging infrastructure across the US. Natalie King, founder and CEO of Dunamis Charge, said that Driivz and Dunamis Charge share a focus on building EV charging infrastructure that is built t...
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    Hubject and Smappee link public EV chargers to Intercharge eRoaming network in Europe
    Hubject and Smappee have announced a partnership that connects Smappee's network of public electric vehicle chargers to Hubject's Intercharge eRoaming platform across Europe. Smappee has connected all public charge points managed by its charge-point operator (CPO) to Intercharge, making them accessible to the full Intercharge partner network and the eMobility Service Providers (eMSPs) operating within it. The partnership provides Smappee's customers with immediate access to Hub...
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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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    Xiaomi sets up new subsidiary for manufacturing EV powertrain systems
    Xiaomi has established a new subsidiary to manufacture and supply electric vehicle propulsion systems. Beijing Xiaomi Jingxu Technology Co. Ltd. was officially established on April 30, with a registered capital of 10 million yuan (approximately $1.39 million), according to Tianyancha's official website. The company's business scope covers the core three-electric propulsion (battery, motor and electric control) operations, including electric motor manufacturing, battery manufacturing, mot...
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    BMW rolls out preferred pricing at Ionna Charging Network across the US
    BMW of North America has launched a preferred pricing program at Ionna charging locations across the US. The move is aimed at further enhancing the public charging experience for BMW and MINI electric vehicle drivers. Beginning immediately, BMW and MINI drivers who initiate charging with Plug & Charge or the My BMW App will receive 20% off charging sessions through Sept. 30. The offering is fully integrated within the vehicle's digital ecosystem and is automatically applied without the ne...
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    U Power reports a 7.1% YOY dip in revenue in 2025 to 41.1 million yuan
    U Power Ltd., a provider of AI-integrated solutions for next-generation energy grids and intelligent transportation systems based on its proprietary UOTTA electric vehicle battery-swapping technology, announced its financial results for the full year ended Dec. 31, 2025 (FY 2025). For FY 2025, total revenue was 41.1 million yuan (approximately $5.9 million), a decrease of 7.1% compared to 44.3 million yuan in 2024. Net revenue from product sales was 36.6 million yuan, down 12.4% fro...
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    Qingdao gets first fully automated charging center for autonomous vehicle
    A fully automated charging and operations center for autonomous vehicles, named Tide Island, began operation in Qingdao, Shandong province, representing a new step toward unmanned and intelligent charging for autonomous vehicles. The facility enables autonomous vehicles to complete the entire charging process without human intervention. When a vehicle detects a low battery level, it can automatically plan a route back to the hub, park in a designated space and recharge on its own. Located in ...
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    Hyundai Motor and Kia expand India-wide EV research with leading engineering institutes
    Hyundai Motor and Kia announced that they have partnered with Indian Institutes of Technology (IIT) to secure technology in the electric vehicle battery and electrification fields. On May 15, Hyundai Future Mobility Innovation Center signed agreements with four schools — IIT Hyderabad, IIT Kanpur, Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology (VNIT) Nagpur and Tezpur University — to join a joint research framework. The Hyundai innovation center is a mid- to long-term strategic indust...
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    AutoTechInsight Weekly - 18 May 2026
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    Super Tech Day 2026: A deep dive into CATL’s multi-chemistry paradigm shift
    At CATL 2026 Super Technology Day on April 21 in Beijing, the world’s largest battery manufacturer signaled a profound strategic shift, moving away from the pursuit of innovating an exceptionally capable battery material toward a sophisticated multi-chemistry synchronization strategy. This pivot acknowledges that as the world transitions to renewable energy, the complexity of diverse applications — ranging from mass-market commuting to heavy-duty off-roading and aviation — cannot be met by...
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    VW-backed Gotion launches Gnascent sodium-ion battery
    Gotion High-Tech, a leading Chinese battery maker backed by VW, officially launched its dedicated sodium-ion battery brand Gnascent at its 15th Global Technology Conference, where it introduced three specialized versions of the battery. Gotion said that it has already established gigawatt-hour (GWh) scale production lines for these products in Tangshan and Hefei in mainland China. The Gnascent lineup includes a high-energy version with an energy density of 261 Wh/kg, which represents a 60%...
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    BYD warns of tight Blade Battery supply amid rapid flash-charging-enabled EV rollout
    BYD Chairman and President Wang Chuanfu said the company is facing battery supply constraints as multiple new models begin production ramp-ups across its Dynasty, Ocean, Denza, and Yangwang brands. Speaking on the sidelines of the 2026 Yangwang Business Research Institute conference on May 15, Wang said BYD's battery production capacity remains tight, although monthly sales are expected to continue rising as additional battery output comes online. His comments come as BYD rapidly expands the ...
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    BYD hires Nissan veteran to prepare for Japanese compact EV market
    BYD is preparing to launch its Racco electric K-car in Japan this year. To execute the project, the Chinese carmaker has hired former Nissan engineer Hirohide Tagawa, reported Nikkei. The Racco is described as a compact EV designed specifically for Japan's tightly regulated K-car segment, where strict limits on vehicle dimensions, output, and taxation define one of the country's most established automotive categories. Despite these constraints, K-cars remain central to Japan's domestic market...
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    MFG EV Power selects AMPECO platform to expand ultra-rapid charging network across the UK
    MFG EV Power, the electric vehicle (EV) charging division of Motor Fuel Group (MFG), has selected AMPECO's EV charging management platform to support the nationwide expansion of what it describes as the UK's largest ultra-rapid charging network. The partnership currently covers more than 2,800 charge points across over 550 charging locations and is intended to support a consistent, reliable charging experience for UK drivers. MFG, the UK's largest independent forecourt operator with approxima...
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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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    CATL, Yutong deepen partnership to accelerate electrification of commercial vehicles globally
    Chinese battery giant CATL and bus manufacturer Zhengzhou Yutong Bus have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) for comprehensive strategic cooperation on May 12, further deepening their 15-year partnership. According to a press release, the cooperation will focus on jointly expanding in overseas markets. The partners plan to establish a model for exporting Chinese automotive technology across more than 60 overseas countries and regions, and will drive the electrification of commercial v...
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    Stellantis signs $1.18 billion deal with Dongfeng to produce Peugeot and Jeep models in mainland China
    Stellantis NV has agreed to an 8 billion yuan ($1.18 billion) project with mainland China's state-owned Dongfeng Motor to expand the production of Peugeot and Jeep vehicles for both domestic and export markets. The Dongfeng Peugeot Citroën Automobile (DPCA) joint venture will initially produce two all-new Peugeot-branded new-energy vehicles (NEVs) at its Wuhan plant starting in 2027. These two models will be based on the latest design language of the all-new concept cars unveiled by Peugeot ...
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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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    Blink Charging expands DC fast charging footprint with new sites and development pipeline
    Blink Charging Co. announced progress in expanding its DC fast charging (DCFC) infrastructure during the first quarter of 2026, emphasizing its strategy to grow owned and operated fast charging sites to support long-term, repeatable revenue growth. As of March 31, 2026, the company reported a focused pipeline of DCFC sites at various stages of development, with 27 sites approved or under construction. When completed, these sites are expected to provide a total of 136 stalls to increase access to...
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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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    Wallbox partners with FreeNow by Lyft to support electrified taxi fleets in Europe
    Wallbox, a global provider of EV charging and energy management solutions, has announced a partnership with FreeNow by Lyft, described as one of Europe's leading multi-mobility apps, to support the electrification of taxi operations in key European markets. Through this agreement, FreeNow drivers and fleet operators will gain access to exclusive conditions on a selection of Wallbox charging solutions for both home and business use. The program has already launched in Germany, France, the UK, ...
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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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    Fastned issues new bonds to fund EV charging network expansion
    Fastned, a leading European fast-charging service provider, has begun subscription for a new bond issue, which is the second tranche of bonds issued by the company in 2026. The investments from this bond issue will support the growth of Fastned's network of fast-charging stations in new and existing markets across Europe. Fastned's network currently consists of 418 stations in nine countries, including over 180 fast charging stations in the Netherlands and over 50 in Belgium. To further stren...
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    Blink Charging posts flat revenue as service segment grows and operating losses narrow
    Blink Charging Co. announced its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026. The company reported total revenue of $20.8 million, compared to $20.7 million in the first quarter of 2025, an increase of 0.3% year over year. The net loss for the quarter was $11.5 million, which is 45% lower than the $21 million net loss reported in the first quarter of 2025. Product revenue was $6.2 million, down 26.1% from $8.4 million in the prior-year quarter, reflecting a continued strategi...
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    AMP IT raises €7 million to scale private EV charging and energy platform
    AMP IT, a Geneva-based energy and mobility company, announced the successful completion of a new funding round to accelerate the deployment of its private electric vehicle charging and energy management platform across Switzerland and international markets. The latest funding round, supported notably by the Swiss Technology Fund, brings AMP IT's total funding to €7 million since inception. The new capital will be used to support operational scaling, further develop its software platform a...
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    Milepost acquires Trollhättan Energi public EV charging stations in Sweden
    Milepost AB, described as Sweden's first independent electric vehicle charging operator specializing in everyday charging, has entered into an agreement to acquire most of Trollhättan Energi's public charging stations for EVs. The acquisition covers almost 60 charge points used for everyday charging of up to 22 kilowatts, which are located at strategic sites in the central parts of Trollhättan, Sweden. Following this agreement, Milepost and Trollhättan Energi will cooperate to plan the int...
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    MFG teams up with Octopus Electroverse to launch Plug & Charge technology across 95% of its EV charging network
    Motor Fuel Group (MFG) has introduced Plug & Charge technology across 95% of its nationwide MFG EV Power charging network in the UK, in partnership with Octopus Electroverse. This development allows MFG EV Power customers with compatible cars to plug in and charge vehicles instantly, without needing radio-frequency identification (RFID) cards, apps or contactless payments to start a connection. Plug & Charge provides a simpler, smarter way to charge electric vehicles through an encryp...
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    Researchers at Swedish university deploy smart AI tools to extend battery life by 23%
    Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden, have developed a new AI-based method that adapts fast charging to the health of electric vehicle batteries, aiming to address the conflict between fast-charging needs and battery longevity. Fast charging is important for individuals and companies, including taxis, heavy vehicles in industry and passenger cars, as it facilitates commuting and longer journeys, even though many private motorists typically charge at home. EV batteries g...
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    Audi unveils interior details of Q9 full-size SUV ahead of full reveal in summer 2026
    Audi has unveiled the interior of its forthcoming Q9 full-size sport utility vehicle, two months ahead of its world premiere in July. Designed as a versatile sanctuary for families, business travelers and long journeys, the spacious SUV offers up to seven seats, with easy access to the third row and a business-class six-seat layout option. Second-row individual seats feature electric adjustment and active ventilation, while all seats are at least partially power-adjustable. The third-row seats f...
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    Lexus debuts enhanced Lexus Interface multimedia experience on 2026 ES
    Lexus has announced an enhanced version of its Lexus Interface multimedia system, which will debut in the 2026 ES before being introduced in future models. According to Brian Inouye, chief engineer, Connected Experiences Division, the updated system is designed to deliver function and performance with meticulous attention to detail. This latest Lexus Interface marks Lexus' first integration of AT&T 5G network connectivity into the lineup, supporting increased speeds and expanded features usi...
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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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    Driivz to power Duracell E-Charge ultrafast EV charging network across the UK
    Driivz, a Vontier company and global software supplier to electric vehicle charging operators and service providers, announced a partnership to power and scale the Duracell E-Charge ultrafast EV charging network across the UK. The Driivz software platform is intended to optimize the Duracell E-Charge network by removing common points of friction for charge-point operators through robust session data, accurate billing and transparent settlements. With mature, reliable OCPI capabilities, the EV Ne...
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    Source, Siemens eMobility and Evolt Charging partner on maintenance of EV charging infrastructure in the UK
    Source has announced a collaboration with Siemens eMobility and Evolt Charging to deliver a unified operational and maintenance model across its growing UK and Ireland charging network. Under this collaboration, Siemens eMobility will supply high-performance charging hardware for an increasing number of Source sites, while Evolt Charging will provide the field engineering capability to install, commission and maintain that hardware at scale, with engineers deployed across Scotland, England, W...
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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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    ABB E-Mobility launches OM X-Series distributed megawatt charging architecture for high-duty sites
    ABB E-mobility announced the launch of the OM X-Series, a distributed charging system designed for the highest duty cycle, megawatt-scale charging use cases in environments such as transit depots, logistics hubs and public charging corridors. The company said that these locations face challenges where isolated clusters of chargers create energy losses and operational friction as load increases, and that adding more infrastructure can worsen these issues. The OM X-Series is a coordinated site ...
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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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    AutoTechInsight Weekly - 11 May 2026
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    Opel plans new all-electric C-segment SUV developed with Leapmotor
    Opel has unveiled a key project in its model strategy, a completely new, all-electric C-segment sport utility vehicle that would expand the carmaker's current portfolio. The new SUV is part of Stellantis and its Chinese partner Leapmotor's plan to deepen their strategic collaboration globally. According to the carmaker, the new electric SUV will not only serve as a blueprint for efficient global collaboration but also enable Opel to take a major strategic step forward in electrification and s...
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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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    Wallbox's revenue falls 21% y/y to €29.7 million in Q1 2025
    Wallbox, a provider of electric vehicle charging and energy management solutions worldwide, announced its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026, and provided a business update. For the quarter, the company generated revenue of €29.7 million, down 21% year over year. The net loss for the year also widened to €19.3 million, compared with €18.4 million in the first quarter of 2025. Wallbox reported continued improvement in operational efficiency, including a 31% year...
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    ElectroMobility Poland partners with Foxconn to build EV production and research hub in Poland
    ElectroMobility Poland (EMP) will partner with Taiwan's Foxconn to develop an electric vehicle production and research hub in southern Poland, as part of plans to create an EV champion in response to growing European demand. The state-backed company said it is negotiating the scope of cooperation with Foxconn and its EV subsidiary Foxtron Vehicle Technologies, including the possible formation of a joint venture, and aims to sign binding agreements in the second half of 2026. EMP's CEO Cyprian...
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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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    Xiaomi's EV unit appoints new senior executives to accelerate expansion overseas
    Xiaomi's electric vehicle (EV) unit has adjusted the responsibilities of key executives as it prepares to enter overseas markets. According to a report by local media Sina Tech, Xiaomi has appointed auto division vice-president Yu Liguo as head of the overseas business preparation group, with Yu reporting to Xiaomi Group CEO Lei Jun and president William Lu. The personnel change reflects Xiaomi's ambition to enter the global EV market. Based on the company's previous strategic planning, it ex...
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    Geely reaches agreement to acquire Ford Motor's inactive facility in Valencia, Spain
    Chinese carmaker Geely Auto has reached an agreement to acquire the Body 3 assembly line at Ford Motor's Almussafes plant in Valencia, Spain, according to Spanish media outlet La Tribuna de Automoción. By taking over this currently inactive facility, Geely is expected to establish its own independent vehicle manufacturing operations in Europe. Geely plans to use the assembly line to produce a new energy vehicle (NEV) model based on the GEA (Global Intelligent New Energy Architecture) platfor...
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    Kempower expands portfolio with Mega Satellite Flex for megawatt charging
    Kempower has introduced the Kempower Mega Satellite Flex, the latest addition to its portfolio of high-power charging solutions and its first dispenser to support charging with either high-power CCS up to 560 kW or MCS up to 1.2 MW. The company stated that high-power charging leads to shorter charging times and higher fleet uptimes, which in turn lower the total cost of ownership (TCO). The flexible setup of the Kempower Mega Satellite Flex is intended to support fleet and charge point ope...
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    CATL subsidiary CAIT partners Turkish carmaker Togg on joint development of chassis platform
    Contemporary Amperex Intelligent Technology (Shanghai) Limited (CAIT), CATL's skateboard chassis arm, has entered into a strategic partnership with Turkish automotive brand Togg to jointly develop a chassis platform for Togg's new B-segment vehicle family. This collaboration, announced on April 29, 2026, marks the first overseas passenger vehicle project for the platform. Under the agreement, CAIT will provide its Bedrock Chassis technology and engineering expertise, working with Togg to co-d...
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    EVgo posts 45% revenue growth and expands charging network in first quarter 2026
    EVgo Inc. reported first-quarter 2026 results with total revenue of $110 million, representing an increase of 45% year over year. Charging network revenue totaled $56 million in the first quarter, an increase of 18% year over year, marking the 17th consecutive quarter of double-digit year-over-year charging revenue growth. However, EVgo's net loss also increased by nearly 41% year over year to $36.9 million during the quarter. CEO Badar Khan said that the company delivered a strong start to 2...
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    Blink Charging teams up with Emobi to integrate EV charging networks for seamless roaming and automation
    Blink Charging Co. announced that it is teaming up with Emobi to integrate Blink's nationwide charging network into Emobi's unified roaming and JustPlug ecosystem. The collaboration connects Blink's extensive portfolio of fleet and public charging infrastructure with Emobi's roaming and JustPlug infrastructure, aiming to deliver seamless roaming and automated charging experiences across one of North America's most widely deployed electric vehicle charging networks. The companies said that as ...
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    ChargeLab and ChargerHelp launch unified orchestration partnership to boost EV charger uptime
    ChargeLab and ChargerHelp announced a strategic reseller partnership to address systemic fragmentation in the electric vehicle charging ecosystem and improve charger uptime. The partnership integrates real-time digital monitoring with field service maintenance in a continuous feedback loop, creating a new standard of unified orchestration designed to significantly reduce mean time to repair (MTTR) and move the industry toward reliable 99% uptime. They identify misdiagnosis, incomplete data and c...
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    Plugged in, switched off
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    Epic Charging acquires Bluedot Technologies to expand EV fleet charging and payments platform
    Epic Charging, an electric vehicle charging software provider based in Silicon Valley, California, has acquired Bluedot Technologies, a Palo Alto-based all-in-one EV fleet charging management and payment platform that provides access to more than 80% of public US EV chargers. The deal, completed on May 1, includes all of Bluedot's branding, platform technology, intellectual property, customer contracts and key team members. The announcement was made from Menlo Park, California, on May 5, as E...
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    Greenlane extends electric truck charging network from California into Texas along I-45 corridor
    Greenlane announced that it is expanding its nationwide public charging network for commercial electric trucks beyond California and into Texas, with new high-power sites planned in Dallas and Houston along the I-45 corridor. The company described the Dallas-Houston corridor as one of the most strategically significant freight regions in the country, located at the intersection of freight moving from the West Coast, the Midwest and across the US-Mexico border and identified it as among the highe...
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    AmpUp introduces KlooBot AI engine to boost EV charger uptime and diagnostics
    AmpUp announced the launch of KlooBot, a native AI-powered diagnostic engine integrated directly into the AmpUp EV Cloud, designed to provide 24/7 charger uptime intelligence for site hosts and technicians. Unlike stand-alone AI tools or chat interfaces that require manual intervention, KlooBot functions as an automated intelligence layer aimed at maximizing charger uptime and offering operational insight across any mix of electric vehicle charging hardware. The KlooBot intelligence layer is ...
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    Keysight expands collaboration with CATARC to establish joint charging test innovation laboratory
    Keysight Technologies announced an expanded strategic collaboration with China Automotive Technology and Research Center (CATARC) New Energy Vehicle Inspection Center, highlighted by the establishment of a Joint Innovation Laboratory for Charging Test Technology. The collaboration is intended to accelerate innovation in new-energy vehicles (NEVs) testing, standards development and charging technologies. As the global NEV market continues to scale rapidly, automakers and suppliers are fac...
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    DKV Mobility acquires e-mobility platform provider Optimile
    DKV Mobility has completed the acquisition of Belgian electric mobility (e-mobility) platform provider Optimile NV from BNP Paribas Fortis and AG Insurance, further expanding its platform business and reinforcing its position in the European e-mobility market. The parties have agreed not to disclose financial details of the transaction. Sebastian Klauke, CEO of DKV Mobility, said that e-mobility is a key growth driver for DKV Mobility and that expanding technology and service capabilitie...
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    Wattif EV acquires Mer business portfolio to expand European charging network
    Wattif EV has announced the acquisition of Mer's business portfolio, increasing its network to 60,000 charging points and further strengthening its position as a provider of electric vehicle charging solutions in Europe. The transaction builds on an existing collaboration between Wattif and Mer, a subsidiary of Statkraft, and follows Wattif's acquisition of Mer's Norwegian residential charging portfolio in 2024. This new agreement extends the partnership into the business segment, reflecting ...
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    Geotab integrates Polestar Fleet Telematics into MyGeotab across key global markets
    Geotab has announced the integration of Polestar vehicles into its original equipment manufacturer telematics network, enabling commercial fleet operators in North America, Europe and Asia-Pacific to access Polestar vehicle data directly within MyGeotab without requiring any aftermarket hardware. This integration, which supports all Polestar models, allows fleets to connect Polestar vehicles from day one and manage them on the same platform as other makes and models. Developed in collaboratio...
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    InterBattery 2026: Battery tech expands into AI and robotics to mitigate EV volatility
    InterBattery 2026, which was organized at the Convention and Exhibition Center (COEX) in Seoul, South Korea, over March 11-13, marked a significant pivot by the battery manufacturers and material suppliers towards application-specific optimization, thermal safety and the expansion of battery technology into the artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics era to mitigate risks associated with EV demand volatility. The 14th edition of InterBattery, which was hosted by the Ministry of Trade, Indus...
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    Tellus Power launches Nexus Megawatt Charging System for high-power fleet applications
    Tellus Power Global Holding Ltd. announced the launch of the Megawatt Charging System (MCS), referred to as the Nexus MCS, as the first system under its Nexus platform. The company describes itself as a deep-tech company building bidirectional energy-transfer systems to power the physical AI economy. The Nexus platform is designed to support a range of high-power charging solutions for fleet and commercial applications. The modular Nexus MCS delivers between 600 kilowatts and 1.2 megawatts of...
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    DENSO develops wireless charging technology, aims to commercialize by fiscal 2029
    DENSO Corp., an auto parts maker affiliated with Toyota Motor Corp., is developing a system to wirelessly charge moving electric vehicles, with the aim of establishing the technology by fiscal 2029. The company expects that, if realized, the system will help address consumer concerns about charging time and short cruising range, which have affected the purchase of zero-emissions vehicles (ZEVs). The system operates by wirelessly transmitting electricity from power-transmission coils embedd...
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    Tesla launches Semi Charging for Business program
    Tesla has introduced a new Semi Charging for Business program that enables fleet operators and businesses to purchase and install their own Megacharger and a new product called the Basecharger, a 125-kilowatt charger intended for depot and overnight use. Under this program, Tesla offers two distinct Semi charging products, similar in structure to the Supercharger for Business program launched in April, with a $0.94 million price for an 8-stall V4 site. The Megacharger is an ultrafas...
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    Motor Fuel Group, Hubject announce Plug&Charge partnership
    Hubject and Motor Fuel Group (MFG) have announced a Plug&Charge partnership that connects MFG EV Power to Hubject's Plug&Charge infrastructure, with the integration going live on May 1. This will bring Plug&Charge capability to approximately 2,000 rapid and ultrarapid charge points across the UK, and represents one of the largest single Plug&Charge activations on Hubject's Plug&Charge infrastructure to date. MFG EV Power is the largest rapid and ultrarapid charging network...
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    BYD plans to build a network of ultrafast chargers across Australia
    Chinese car giant BYD has announced it will build its own charging network in Australia rather than wait for the government and infrastructure providers to address the charging crisis. BYD's Denza brand will begin rolling out ultrafast chargers across the country within months, with total investment likely to run into the tens of millions. Denza Australia COO Mark Harland said the company would take matters into its own hands and build this infrastructure without relying on the grid, and that...
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    Onsemi and Geely expand strategic collaboration on next-generation EV platforms
    Onsemi and Geely Auto Group have expanded their strategic collaboration to accelerate the development of next-generation electric and hybrid vehicles. The partnership focuses on deepening the system-level integration of Onsemi's silicon carbide (SiC) technologies across Geely's vehicle platforms to support faster, more efficient electric vehicle development. As part of this announcement, Geely is showcasing its Sustainable Experience Architecture-Super Hybrid (SEA-S)-based Super Electric...
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    HiPower 5.0 consortium to develop compact 22-kW onboard charger using advanced GaN semiconductors
    In a press release dated April 28, the Fraunhofer Institute for Reliability and Microintegration IZM announced that the EU-funded HiPower 5.0 project is working to advance the next generation of onboard chargers (OBCs) for electric vehicles to support the EU's climate goals. Traffic accounts for 28% of the climate emissions in the EU, with 80% of this coming from road traffic, and EVs are seen as a potential game-changer. Current OBCs, which convert electricity from the grid into energy ...
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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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    Moto plans to quadruple EV charging bays at its sites across the UK
    Moto Hospitality plans to quadruple the number of electric vehicle charging bays at its Motorway Service Areas across the UK in the coming years. Its road map also includes 15 electric heavy-goods vehicle (eHGV) superhub sites with up to 100 bays, aimed at providing critical infrastructure to support electric freight growth for the UK economy. This expansion is part of more than £500 million of investment across Moto's nationwide estate, made possible by the agreement of new over-75-yea...
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    Ohme integrates with Volkswagen to offer home charging across six VW brands in the UK
    Ohme has announced a new integration with Volkswagen Group Info Services AG that aims to make home charging easier, smarter and more affordable for electric vehicle drivers across six Volkswagen (VW) Group brands. This collaboration builds on Ohme's existing partnership with the VW Group in the UK and Ireland and introduces a dedicated official application programming interface for all Ohme users. Through this development, EV owners can now pair their EVs directly with Ohme home chargers a...
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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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    Kempower supplies charging equipment for Netherlands’ second largest public truck charging facility at Port of Rotterdam
    Kempower has delivered the fast-charging infrastructure for the Netherlands’ second-largest public heavy-duty charging station, now open at the Rotterdam World Gateway terminal in the Port of Rotterdam. The 5,000-square-meter charging plaza is operated by truck charging specialist WattHub, with charging management and payment software provided by Virta and installation delivered by TSG. The first phase of the project has installed 3.5 MW of total power. Thirty Kempower Satellite chargers ar...
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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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    Rocsys unveils M1 hands-free multibay charging system for robo-taxi depots
    Rocsys announced the launch of the Rocsys M1, described as the world's first hands-free charging solution capable of serving multiple bays in robo-taxi operations. The system is part of a broader depot service platform aimed at enabling full depot autonomy and is in pilot deployment, with large-scale rollout planned to begin in 2027. Alongside the launch of the M1, Rocsys announced a $13 million Series A extension led by Capricorn Partners, with participation from Scania Invest, Forward.One, ...
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    Char.gy partners with Allstar to expand on-street EV charging access for business fleets in UK
    On-street electric vehicle charging provider Char.gy has partnered with Allstar to give business drivers access to its public charging network using the Allstar card. Fleets using Allstar cards will be able to pay at Char.gy's residential on-street charge points, which is intended to simplify access and payment for operators transitioning to EVs. Drivers will use the Char.gy app to locate charge points, start charging sessions and complete payment using their Allstar card. Char.gy operates mo...
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    Walmart partners ABB E-mobility to expand EV charging infrastructure across seven sites in the US
    Walmart and ABB E-mobility have announced the launch of ABB E-mobility's A400 All-in-One fast chargers at seven Walmart locations in the metropolitan Phoenix area, with additional sites in Colorado, Florida and Georgia among the first in a planned nationwide rollout. This rollout is intended to bring high-power chargers to Walmart properties and make electric vehicle charging as convenient as a weekly shopping trip. With more than 5,200 Walmart and Sam's Club stores across the US and 90%...
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