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Rivian's Also: A Billion-Dollar Bet on Small Electric Vehicles
18 Aug 2025 | Synopsis
Rivian's spin-out, Also, is a billion-dollar bet on premium small-format EVs like e-bikes and scooters. Incubated as "Project Inder," it's now a standalone company backed by Greenoaks Capital. With design input from Jony Ive's LoveFrom and Rivian's tech, Also aims to bring connected, stylish micromobility to urban markets. Though no products are launched yet, its strategy blends Rivian's infrastructure with startup agility..."Ben & Jerry’s Ditches ICE For Rivian’s Van
18 Aug 2025 | Synopsis
Rivian and Ben & Jerry’s have teamed up to create two all-electric "scoop trucks" built on Rivian's Commercial Van platform. Debuting at SXSW in Austin, the eco-friendly vehicles boast a 161-mile range and combine refrigeration and serving windows inside. After the launch, they'll travel nationwide...to bring scoops with less noise, emissions, and fossil-fuel reliance...showcasing Rivian's commercial EV versatility..."10 Hot Electric Vehicle Deals Where Battery Range Meets Affordability
17 Aug 2025 | Synopsis
For 2025, several EVs balance affordability and range. Forbes highlights 10 models under $45K with at least 245 miles per charge. Top values include the Tesla Model 3 ($34,990/363 mi), Tesla Model Y ($37,490/357 mi), Chevy Equinox EV ($33,600/319 mi), Ford Mustang Mach-E ($37,995/260 mi), and Toyota bZ4X ($37,070/252 mi). But if you're looking for more "bang for the buck" in range, MS Copilot LLM created the above table for EVWorld.com.Volkswagen Delivers The 1.5 millionth All-Electric ID. Model
17 Aug 2025 | Synopsis
Volkswagen just delivered the 1.5 millionth all-electric ID model, a black ID.7 Tourer Pro, at its Emden plant in Germany, marking a major milestone in its electromobility push. The car, boasting a range of up to 606 km, was handed over in the presence of VW executives and Lower Saxony's Minister President. Emden - Sone of only three VW factories fully dedicated to EVs - reflects over €1 billion in investment.Electric Litigation In the Air
17 Aug 2025 | Synopsis
A U.S. appeals court reinstated an $81M judgment against Boeing for interfering with Zunum Aero, an electric plane startup it once funded. The ruling highlights tensions between Boeing's role as investor and competitor in advanced air mobility. Boeing's backing of Wisk Aero, which settled a trade secrets fight with rival Archer, further underscores conflicts of interest as aerospace giants shape the future of electric and autonomous flight.
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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.
Model Y Competitor? NIO's Onvo L60 Is Affordable EV for the Masses
21 Oct 2025 | 
The Onvo L60 is a mid-size electric SUV from NIO's ONVO brand, designed for families and priced to undercut the Tesla Model Y. It offers up to 462 hp, 525 km range, and supports battery swapping via NIO's Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS), lowering upfront cost to ~$21,200. Full ownership with battery is ~$29,300. Exports to Europe begin in 2025. With smart tech, spacious design, and flexible pricing, it signals China's EV push into the global mainstream.
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