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18 Aug 2025 | Synopsis
Arbon, Switzerland is launching ARTOUR, the country's first autonomous electric bus, in late 2025. The Karsan e-ATAK will run a 2.5 km route with nine stops, linking the historic center to Saurer Werk 2 housing. Operated by Eurobus Ostschweiz AG under the SCCL project, it aims to boost tourism and sustainable mobility. ARTOUR offers zero-emission travel and showcases Switzerland's push toward smart, eco-friendly public transport.18 Aug 2025 | Synopsis
After Elon Musk abruptly fired Tesla's entire Supercharger team, three ex-employees launched Hubber, a UK-based EV charging startup focused on high-speed urban hubs for taxis and delivery fleets. Leveraging their experience deploying over 1,200 chargers, they aim to fill the urban fast-charging gap. Backed by £60M (~$81M), Hubber's first site opens August 20 in South London with 12 bays and up to 300kW chargers.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..."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..."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.
27 Oct 2025 |
Toyota's Century project marks a bold leap into ultra-luxury EV territory, challenging Rolls-Royce, Bentley, and Cadillac with Japanese craftsmanship and electrified ambition. Once a domestic icon, the Century now signals Toyota's intent to globalize prestige mobility - quietly, deliberately, and with high-voltage precision.
24 Oct 2025 |
A recent nanoscale physics breakthrough reveals heat can transfer across tiny gaps far more efficiently than expected - up to 100 times greater than classical predictions. This could revolutionize cooling and energy systems in electronics, EVs, and smart appliances. While engineering challenges remain, early applications may emerge within 3-5 years, with broader consumer adoption possible in the next decade. The future of heat management may be silent, solid-state, and radically efficient.
24 Oct 2025 |
America's energy crunch is not about supply - it's about coordination. Virtual power plants and vehicle-to-grid systems offer a scalable, software-driven solution to rising demand from AI, EVs, and climate volatility. By turning homes, vehicles, and businesses into active grid assets, and aligning policy with technology, the U.S. can build a smarter, more resilient energy future without building more power plants. The tools exist - now it's time to connect them.
24 Oct 2025 |
The 2025 Urban Science and Harris Poll report reveals a growing disconnect between dealers and buyers. While dealers embrace EVs, AI, and digital tools, many buyers remain cautious - especially about full electrification and online-only retail. Brand loyalty is weakening, and policy clarity is key to adoption. The future of auto retail depends on bridging trust, flexibility, and infrastructure gaps.
23 Oct 2025 |
Audi's Concept C previews a refined electric GT built on the mature PPE platform, likely arriving by 2026. Chevrolet's Corvette EV promises supercar performance but faces packaging and thermal challenges. Audi is closer to production; Corvette remains in early development. Both reflect divergent strategies in electrifying legacy sports cars, with Audi emphasizing platform maturity and Chevrolet pursuing brand continuity through engineering innovation.
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