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07 Oct 2025 | Synopsis
Ford's electric Bronco, built by JMC, is China-only for now. Though it looks like the U.S. version, it packs dual motors (445 hp), a 105.4 kWh BYD Blade battery, and 404-mile CLTC range. Tech includes ADAS with LiDAR and a camping package. Preorder costs ¥1,000 (~$140 USD). The Bronco EV is slightly bigger than the standard 4-door model sold in the US. No U.S. release confirmed yet. 06 Oct 2025 | Synopsis
The Lotus Emeya, a sleek electric hyper-GT, blends luxury, speed, and innovation - offering up to 900hp and 0-62mph in 2.8 seconds. Backed by Geely's investment and global EV expertise, it marks Lotus's bold shift from niche sports cars to high-performance electric luxury. With sharp handling, refined design, and cutting-edge tech, the author sees the Emeya as proof that the future of EVs is exciting, not worrying.06 Oct 2025 | Synopsis
Norway plans to electrify all domestic flights under 1.5 hours by 2040, backed by airport operator Avinor and strong green policies. A key milestone was the Beta Alia CX300's 55-minute, 220-mile test flight from Stavanger to Bergen, proving electric aircraft can meet regional travel needs. With short routes and sustainability goals, Norway is investing in infrastructure and testing to lead the shift to zero-emission aviation.06 Oct 2025 | Synopsis
Electrify America's Plug&Charge is now available on the new Nissan LEAF, allowing drivers to simply plug in and charge without phone apps or RFID cards. It uses encrypted vehicle data for secure, automatic payment and also works with EVs like the Mustang Mach-E, Taycan, Lucid Air, and ID.4. It is currently available on 5,000 chargers across more than 1000 Electrify America and Electrify Canada locations across North America.06 Oct 2025 | Synopsis
Vietnam's VinFast and INKAS unveiled the Lac Hong 900 LX, an all-electric armored SUV built on the VinFast VF 9 platform. It meets top ballistic and blast protection standards, including VPAM VR certification and resistance to dual grenade detonations. Delivered to Vietnam's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, it blends advanced EV engineering with national symbolism, while offering driving range up to 330 miles on a full charge.
30 Oct 2025 |
Three boxy EVs - BYD Racco, Nissan Sakura, and Honda Super-One - dominated the 2025 Tokyo Auto Show, each embracing Japan's kei car tradition with electric innovation. BYD eyes global markets, while Sakura and Super-One remain Japan-focused. U.S. entry would require upgrades in safety, speed, and tech. Their compact charm and urban utility signal a strategic shift in EV design - away from sleek sameness and toward character-driven mobility.
30 Oct 2025 |
Rory Sutherland argues that behavioral science is key to EV adoption. In the Everything Electric podcast with Imogen Bhogal, he explains that range anxiety is psychological, not technical, and that emotional reassurance matters more than battery size. He advocates for longer test drives, intuitive design, and incentives that reflect real human behavior. The interview challenges engineering-first thinking and urges empathy-driven policy to accelerate the EV transition.
30 Oct 2025 |
Douglas McIntyre's video parrots RFK Jr.'s health claims about wind farms without evidence, echoing Trump-era attacks on renewables. By amplifying fringe concerns and ignoring scientific consensus, the video promotes misinformation that undermines climate policy and public trust. Wind energy is not the enemy - ignorance is.
29 Oct 2025 |
Urban Connect is a modular micromobility hub concept design-ed for dense, transit-rich cities, not unlike that designed by EV World founder and editor-in-chief in 2018. With secure docking, solar charging, and smart tech integration, these hubs support shared and private e-vehicles while boosting public transit use. Deployment costs range from $25K to $75K, with benefits including reduced emissions, improved public health, and expanded access.
29 Oct 2025 |
Voltaic Marine, an electric boat startup from Oregon, is relocating to Michigan after a $3M pre-seed round. Drawn by state grants and Detroit's manufacturing strength, the company will begin commercial production of its AEW24 wakeboat in 2026 with Detroit Manufacturing Systems and Kinetyc. The move reflects a broader trend: clean-tech firms prioritizing scalable infrastructure and policy support over coastal startup hubs.
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