Energy & Charging
OEMs praise Trump’s reversal of federal fuel economy rules
OEMs such as Ford and Stellantis have stood in support of Trump’s controversial decision to roll back federal fuel economy rules for passenger vehicles. The decision, made last Wednesday, reverses many of the mandates introduced under the Biden administration that advocated for cleaner, more fuel-efficient vehicles.
Following the rollback of these mandates, known as Corporate Average Fuel Economy rules or CAFE, Americans will no longer be subject to hefty fines for violating these rules, essentially rendering them obsolete.
EV sales steadily rise in Latin America
With the EU’s EV mandate up for debate and the politicisation of electric vehicles casting doubt on the American EV market, the global outlook for EV uptake seems, at first glance, murky.
However, if we look more broadly at the global landscape, the race to electrify is only just beginning. In Latin America, EV adoption is steadily growing thanks to a huge influx of Chinese models from automakers such as Geely and BYD.
EVs to pay London congestion charge from 2026
London’s congestion charge is set for one of its biggest shifts in years, with both the cost of entering the zone and the treatment of electric vehicles set to dramatically shift in 2026. The development represents mayor Sadiq Khan’s latest step to incentivize public transportation over personal vehicles.
From January 2, the daily fee will rise from £15 to £18, the first increase since 2020. Transport for London (TfL) says future rises will track Tube fares or inflation to keep public transport from becoming the more expensive choice.
Should the EU stand firm on its EV mandate?
Two years ago, the European Union decided to impose a mandate, banning the sale of all new petrol and diesel cars by the year 2035.
Now, just a decade out from this historic target, the mandate is up for review with the process likely to begin in the coming year.
For EV evangelists and climate activists alike, this potential rollback represents a regressive legislative decision that could slow down the widespread adoption of EVs and jeopardise a successful green transition.
UK Government charging reforms could revolutionise at-home charging
The cost of owning an EV has continued to be a stumbling block for UK car owners hoping to make the switch to electric. Alongside the high upfront cost of the vehicle come costly infrastructure fees, with at-home chargers currently costing in the region of £1,000 to £1,500. In addition to these steep overheads, EV owners in the UK face a complicated charger application process that relies on government approval.
EVs: Charging, infrastructure and adoption with Mercedes-Benz, DHL, NIO and IONITY
Industry leaders from DHL, Mercedes-Benz High Power Charging, IONITY and NIO gathered at MOVE 2025 to discuss the global accelerating electric vehicle (EV) market and its challenges. They highlight improvements in EV acceptance, fleet electrification and...
Localising the battery supply chain with Umicore, Lyten and Kuehne + Nagel
In this insightful panel from MOVE 2025, industry leaders from Lytem, Umicore, and Kuehne + Nagel explore how to make EV battery supply chains more ethical, resilient and regionalised. From lithium-sulfur innovation that avoids cobalt and nickel, to battery material...
Terawatt opens its first electric truck charging site in California
Electric fleet charging solutions company Terawatt Infrastructure has opened its first medium- and heavy-duty electric vehicle (EV) charging hub in Rancho Dominguez, California. Located 12 miles north of the ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles, the charging hub is...
CATL overtakes BYD in fast-charging with new sodium-ion battery brand
Chinese electric vehicle (EV) battery manufacturer CATL has unveiled a new brand for its sodium-ion batteries, dubbed "Naxtra", which claims to be the world's first mass produced sodium-ion battery. The launch is the second-generation release of CATL's existing...
Lime partners with Redwood materials for end-of-life battery recycling
California-based micromobility company Lime has announced an agreement with sustainable battery recycling and circular materials recovery company Redwood Materials. The partnership will make Redwood the exclusive battery recycling partner for all Lime cities...
Volkwagen’s Scania acquires bankrupt Northvolt’s battery pack division
Swedish commercial vehicle manufacturer Scania has announced the acquisition of the Industrial Division of Northvolt Systems. The battery maker Northvolt filed for bankruptcy just last month in Sweden, supposedly due to “rising capital costs, geopolitical instability,...
Redwood expands into San Francisco with new R&D center
Photo: Redwood Materials Redwood has been on a fast-moving path: in the past year, they recycled over 20 GWh of lithium-ion batteries—the equivalent of about 250,000 electric vehicles— and opened the first lithium source and nickel “mine” in the U.S. in over a decade...
Indian start-up launches car with a solar roof
Indian electric mobility start-up Vayve Mobility has launched a new electric vehicle (EV) model featuring a solar-powered roof. The car, dubbed "Eva", was unveiled at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo but the company has not yet finished development of the compact...
Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 team purchases nature-based carbon credits
The Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One (F1) team has purchased 5,500 metric tons worth of carbon credits from nature-based carbon developer Chestnut Carbon. The F1 league announced in 2019 its commitment to reaching net-zero carbon emissions by 2030 and have since made...
NYC loans $60m to Revel to triple the city’s EV charging network
New York City (NYC) is providing a $60 million loan to electric vehicle (EV) fast-charging company Revel as part of a plan to more than triple its current public charging network. Governor of New York Kathy Hochul announced the million-dollar transaction in a bid to...
AI across the mobility value chain and in the future
Artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming more and more prolific in the mobility sector, driving innovations that enhance safety, efficiency, and sustainability. From autonomous vehicles to intelligent software platforms, AI-powered solutions are reshaping the way...
Hyundai and Kia invest in U.S. EV software start-up
South Korean carmakers Hyundai Motor Company and Kia Corporation have invested in WeaveGrid, an American electric vehicle (EV) software company. The start-up allows automakers to integrate EVs with the electric power grid for vehicle-to-grid charging and...
JLR invests in Canadian rare earth materials recycler
Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) will be giving $2 million to Canadian rare earth materials recycler Cyclic Materials via the automaker's investment arm InMotion Ventures. The Canadian recycling company intends to help build a circular supply chain for Rare Earth Elements and...
Former Chinese solar mogul tells of struggles in electric bus industry
Denton Peng, who was once a successful leader in China's solar industry, is now facing struggles in the United States (U.S.) electric bus market, says the FT. Peng travelled to the U.S. in 2018 after purchasing electric bus manufacturer Phoenix Motor, but the company...
Google forecasts India’s mobility market to double by 2030
A recent joint report from Google and Boston Consulting Group (BCG) has forecasted that India's mobility market will double by 2030, surpassing $600 billion. With growing momentum in the South-Asian in electric vehicles (EVs), self-driving vehicles, AI potential, and...
£100m funded for electric and hydrogen multi-fuelling stations
£100 million of funding has been invested in the construction of the first multi-energy recharging and refuelling sites for commercial vehicles in the UK. The financing comes from investment firm Quinbrook Infrastructure Partners who will be backing Aegis Energy to...
Renault brand Mobilize enters JV with French energy company
Reanult's mobility brand Mobilize has partnered with French energy company NW have announced a partnership to lower electric vehicle (EV) charging costs. This partnership seeks to merge Mobilize’s expertise in EVs and charging infrastructure with NW’s strengths in...
Panasonic Energy wants to build a North American battery supply chain
With the heavy reliance on Asia for critical materials required to build electric vehicle (EV) batteries, the call to localise supply chains has grown louder. Robert Winans, the Chief Supply Chain Officer for Panasonic Energy of North America, outlined the company's...
GM partners with Vianode in multi-billion dollar graphite deal
General Motors (GM) has signed a multi-billion-dollar agreement with Norway-born battery company Vianode to secure synthetic graphite anode materials for electric vehicle (EV) batteries. The graphite will be used by GM's joint venture with LG Energy Solution, Ultium...
Saudi Aramco: World’s largest oil company to invest in lithium
Saudi Aramco, the world's largest oil company is to up investments in lithium production to strengthen metal supply chains for electric vehicle (EV) batteries. The Saudi state giant is expected to announce that it will fund lithium production in attempts to diversify...
Six Porsche cars to race in upcoming Formula E championship
The new Formula E season is set to kick off in Sao Paulo, Brazil this weekend with a total of six Porsche racing cars competing in the race. After winning the last two Formula E championships, Porsche drivers will include 2023 champion driver Pascal Wehrlein. Wehrlein...
U.S. Energy Dept. ramps up clean energy loans ahead of Trump’s return
The United States (US) Department of Energy (DOE) has been rapidly approving loans to clean energy production companies as Trump's return to office looms. The incoming President has stated plans to cut off any leftover from Biden's Inflation Reduction Act, which...
Ionity to deliver Ireland’s biggest EV charging station yet
German-based charge point operator (CPO) Ionity has partnered with Charlestown Shopping Centre in Dublin to develop Ireland's largest electric vehicle (EV) charging station yet. Ionity - a joint venture formed by BMW Group, Ford Motor Company, Hyundai Motor Group,...
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