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Bristow Norway Receives First Beta Alia CX300 Electric Aircraft
13 Aug 2025 | Synopsis
Bristow Norway received the first Beta Alia CX300 electric aircraft at Stavanger Airport. The conventional takeoff and landing (CTOL) version of the electric aircraft will undergo a six-month evaluation with Avinor and CAA Norway, testing regional routes like Stavanger–Bergen. It carries five passengers or 1,400 lbs of cargo over 300+ nautical miles. Bristow pilots trained in Vermont will operate it, marking a key step toward sustainable aviation.The FIrst EV Powered By A Semi-Solid-State Battery Has Been Cleared For Sale
13 Aug 2025 | Synopsis
Offering enhanced safety and energy density, as well as faster charging, the new SAIC MG4 has been official cleared for sale in China, marking the first EV anywhere to be equipped with semi-solid-state batteries. Starting at projected 73,000 Yuan ($10,000USD), it is sized comparable to BYD Dolphin and offers driving range for the base trim level of 272 miles, 330 for top trim level. Sales will commence in September 2025.The Polestar 3 Just Shattered Range Estimates With A Record-Breaking 580+ Mile Drive
13 Aug 2025 | Synopsis
The Polestar 3 electric SUV smashed expectations, driving 581.3 miles (935 km) on public UK roads over nearly 23 hours—averaging 25 mph—and setting a Guinness World Record for longest distance by an EV SUV. The unmodified Long‑Range Single‑Motor model still had 20% battery remaining. Three drivers rotated every three hours, navigating with standard 20‑inch wheels and Michelin Sport 4 EV tires, demonstrating real-world EV endurance.Swiss Pilot Surpasses Solar-Powered Plane Altitude Record of 31,234 MSL
13 Aug 2025 | Synopsis
Swiss pilot Raphaël Domjan flew the solar-powered SolarStratos to 9,521 m (31,234 ft), breaking the manned electric flight altitude mark set in 2010 by Andre Borschberg in Solar Impulse (9,235 m). Taking advantage of warm air thermals, the 5hr 9min flight originating in Sion, Switzerland required oxygen at altitude and braved –50 °C to –70 °C temperatures. The flight record awaits official certification. Next goal: 10,000 meters.GM Bets on CATL LFP Batteries for New Bolt EV: What It Means for Safety and Cost
13 Aug 2025 | Synopsis
GM will use CATL's LFP batteries for the 2027 Chevy Bolt to cut costs and improve safety, meeting China’s GB 38031-2025 standard. LG will begin domestic LFP production in Michigan by 2027. Trump-era tariffs on Chinese batteries - up to 80% - will raise short-term costs, but GM sees temporary imports as viable. The Bolt will offer 300+ miles of range and Tesla-style charging.
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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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