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Kandi Technologies Emerges as Key Player in China's Battery Swap Revolution
12 Aug 2025 | Synopsis
Kandi Technologies - a once modest budget EV maker - is now a central player in China's battery swap infrastructure. Its subsidiary, China Battery Exchange, will supply key components (station structures, robotic arms, thermal modules) for CATL's ambitious plan to deploy over 10,000 swap stations nationwide. With 90-second swaps, both single-use and subscription pricing, Kandi is targeting fleet operators while drawing investor attention.Ford Throws Out Henry Ford's Assembly Line To Make Low-Cost EVs In America
12 Aug 2025 | Synopsis
Ford is scrapping its century-old straight-line assembly line for a three-branch "assembly tree" setup, enabling parallel construction of EV modules. Investing almost $5 billion, Ford will retool its Louisville plant, aiming to produce a mid-size electric pickup starting at $30,000 in 2027. Powered by cost-effective domestic LFP batteries, the overhaul is designed to cut assembly complexity, speed up production, and bolster U.S. competitiveness.Return of the Chevy Camaro, But This Time It's An Electric SUV
12 Aug 2025 | Synopsis
The Camaro is set to return as an electric fastback SUV - not a coupe - slated for fall 2026. Expected variants range from single-motor, rear-drive models (241–365 hp) to dual-motor AWD (300 hp) and high-performance SS (615 hp) trims, with a possible 1,000-hp ZL1 using Hummer EV tech. Battery options likely include 85 kWh and 102 kWh packs, with charging up to 190 kW. Prices are estimated between $36,000 and $65,500.Dozens Of New Electric Bus Routes For Vietnam's Ho Chi Minh City
08 Aug 2025 | Synopsis
Ho Chi Minh City introduced 27 new electric bus routes on August 1, adding 443 electric buses and boosting its total EV fleet to 613—now over 26% of its public bus system. Combined with around 500 CNG buses, almost half the fleet runs on clean energy. The new vehicles - models B30‑EV and B60‑EV - offer 30–60 seats, GPS, onboard cameras, free Wi‑Fi, automated announcements, and cashless payment. Authorities aim for a fully green bus fleet by 2030.Tesla "Activist Shareholders" Sue Company And Elon Musk For Robotaxi Rollout
08 Aug 2025 | Synopsis
Tesla and CEO Elon Musk are being sued by activist shareholders in a proposed class‑action filed in Austin, Texas, accusing the company of securities fraud for concealing "significant risk" in its Robotaxi rollout, launched June 22, 2025. The suit cites videos showing unsafe behavior - speeding, sudden braking, wrong‑lane driving, dropping passengers mid‑road - and alleges these misrepresentations inflated stock value.
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Irizar Expands Electric Bus Lineup with Global Reach and Long-Range Performance
22 Oct 2025 | 
Irizar has launched two new electric buses - the ie bus and i3 Normal Floor - with over 450 km range, advanced safety systems, and modular lithium-ion batteries. The Spanish manufacturer has delivered over 1,000 electric buses globally since 2014. The new models are lighter, seat up to 53 passengers, and meet European safety and cybersecurity standards. With deployments in Europe, Latin America, and Oceania, Irizar is positioned as a global leader in zero-emission transit.
Automakers Take Flight: eVTOL Partnerships and Launch Plans
22 Oct 2025 | 
Automakers are accelerating eVTOL development through strategic partnerships. Archer and Stellantis lead with FAA certification targeted for 2025. Joby and Toyota follow closely, planning launches in the U.S. and Dubai by 2026. Eve, backed by Embraer and Porsche, aims for dual certification in Brazil and the U.S. XPeng and Geely expand in China and the Middle East. Hyundai’s Supernal is paused, and BYD remains in stealth. These ventures blend aerospace innovation with automotive scale.
BYD's CTB Tech Turns the Battery Into the Backbone
22 Oct 2025 | 
BYD's Cell-to-Body (CTB) technology integrates the battery into the vehicle's structure, boosting stiffness, safety, and packaging efficiency. Unlike traditional EVs, the Blade Battery becomes part of the car's floor, enabling sleeker design and fewer components. Though serviceability and recycling pose challenges, CTB marks a bold shift in EV architecture - one that rivals are watching closely.
My EV Is a Brick: When Software Locks Out the Driver
22 Oct 2025 | 
A Tesla owner's bricked EV after a software rollback highlights growing concerns over digital ownership. Critics warn that EVs are becoming "subscription machines," where features can vanish remotely. Proposed reforms include right to repair, feature permanence contracts, and regulatory oversight. As automakers like GM and Rivian expand EV offerings, the industry must decide: are EVs durable goods - or smartphones on wheels?
BrightDrop Fades Out: What's Next for Retail EV Fleets?
21 Oct 2025 | 
GM has ended production of its BrightDrop electric vans, leaving retailers like Target and Walmart seeking alternatives. Fewer than 2,000 vans are in service, far below expectations. Ford's E-Transit, Rivian's RCV, and Mercedes' U.S.-built eSprinter are the most viable replacements. BrightDrop's failure highlights the challenges of scaling commercial EVs amid shifting incentives and slow fleet adoption.
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