Tag: electric vehicles
GM Pursues High-Manganese Battery Chemistry as Alternative to LFP Cells in EVs
General Motors shifts focus from LFP batteries to a high-manganese chemistry, aiming to boost EV battery performance amid growing competition.
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Xpeng CEO Takes Direct Charge of Humanoid Robot Development
Xpeng’s CEO He Xiaopeng will directly oversee the company’s humanoid robot division as it moves toward mass production this year.
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Plug-in Hybrids Surge in Popularity as Pure Internal Combustion Engine Cars Drop Out of China’s Top Five in May
For the first time, vehicles with only internal combustion engines fell out of China’s top five passenger car models in May amid rising demand for plug-in hybrids.
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Rivian Begins Deliveries of More Affordable R2 Electric SUVs Starting at $58,000
Rivian has started delivering its new line of R2 electric SUVs, aimed at broader market access with prices beginning at $58,000.
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Finnish Startup Donut Lab Accused of Fraud Over Revolutionary Solid-State Battery Claims
Finnish company Donut Lab reportedly misled investors with false claims about its breakthrough solid-state battery technology.
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Tesla Delays Roadster Reveal Again, Still Pursuing Rocket Thruster Technology
Tesla’s second-gen Roadster continues to face delays with no production yet, as the reveal date slips to at least August.
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CATL Targets Lithium-Air Batteries with Energy Density Close to Gasoline
CATL aims to develop lithium-air batteries with energy densities nearing gasoline, potentially revolutionizing electric vehicle charging.
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Chinese Manufacturer Unveils Two-Seater Wing-in-Ground Vehicle for Water Recreation
Navee introduces WaveFly 5, a two-seat wing-in-ground vehicle blending water surface and low-altitude travel for recreational use.
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Waymo Repurposes Electric Robotaxi Batteries for Energy Storage Solutions
Waymo partners with B2U Storage Solutions to convert used robotaxi batteries into stationary energy storage systems, extending battery life beyond vehicles.
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Tesla Expands Robotaxi Service to Cover Entire Austin Area
Tesla has extended its robotaxi coverage to encompass the whole city of Austin, marking a significant milestone for its autonomous ride service.
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CATL Set to Start Mass Production of Sodium-Ion Traction Batteries in 2026
CATL confirms plans to begin large-scale manufacturing of sodium-ion traction batteries this year, advancing alternatives to traditional lithium-ion cells.
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Lamborghini Confirms Hybrid Focus After Ferrari’s Electric Model Faces Criticism
After Ferrari’s electric debut met criticism, Lamborghini stands by its decision to pursue plug-in hybrid technology over full electric vehicles.
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