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Toyota is reported to be developing a fully electric version of the Corolla, the world's best-selling car. The move would mark a significant shift for the Japanese automaker, which has long favoured hybrids over battery-electric vehicles. Commenters are debating what an electric Corolla could mean for the mass-market EV segment and whether Toyota is finally committing more fully to battery power.
- 2BYD Says Its Solid-State EV Battery Is Nearly Road-Ready●BYD Says Its New Solid-State EV Battery Tech Is Nearly Ready For The Open Road
BYD says its solid-state electric vehicle battery technology is almost ready for real-world use. The Chinese automaker is among several manufacturers racing to commercialize solid-state batteries, which promise greater range, faster charging and improved safety over today's lithium-ion cells. Any movement toward production from a company of BYD's scale is being closely watched across the auto industry, as a breakthrough could reshape competition in the fast-growing electric vehicle market.
- 3Study finds high-mileage electric cars beat petrol on reliability▼High-mileage electric cars are more reliable than petrol ones, study finds
A new study reported by The Guardian finds that electric cars with 90,000 to 120,000 miles on the clock are more likely to pass MOT roadworthiness tests than petrol models of the same age. The findings challenge a common assumption that EVs deteriorate faster, and are prompting discussion about battery longevity and used EV value.
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Li Auto has launched the i9, a new electric SUV offering a claimed range of 705 km and dual-motor all-wheel drive producing 400 kW. The model extends the Chinese automaker's battery-electric lineup and signals its push beyond range-extender vehicles. Industry watchers are weighing the i9's specifications against rival premium electric SUVs from Nio, Tesla and other Chinese brands.
- 5German recycling firm takes aim at Europe's China lithium reliance●Can this German company help end Europe’s lithium dependence on China? China produces up to 70% of the battery-grade lit
China currently supplies up to 70% of the battery-grade lithium chemicals used in Europe, and a German recycling company has opened a new plant it hopes will help cut that dependence. The company's process recovers lithium from batteries, though significant obstacles remain before it can make a real dent in imports. The project is being watched as a test case for Europe's broader push to secure homegrown supplies of critical raw materials for the electric vehicle and battery industries.
- 6Electric truck driver begins bid to circle the globe in Mercedes eActros 600●Elektrotrucker sets off to circumnavigate the globe in a Mercedes eActros 600 electric truck
An electric truck driver known as the Elektrotrucker has set off on an attempt to circumnavigate the globe in a Mercedes-Benz eActros 600, the German manufacturer's long-haul electric truck. The expedition aims to demonstrate that battery-electric heavy trucks can handle long-distance, cross-continental journeys, testing charging infrastructure and range in real-world conditions far beyond normal freight routes.
- 7American Battery Startup Could Break China's EV Supply Chain Grip▼This American Battery Could Break China’s Grip On The EV Supply Chain
An American-developed battery technology is being pitched as a way to loosen China's dominance over the electric vehicle supply chain. China currently controls much of the world's battery production and critical mineral processing, making any credible US alternative strategically significant. Industry coverage suggests the technology could reduce Western automakers' dependence on Chinese suppliers, though questions remain over cost, scale and timelines.
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Electric vehicles offering around 300 miles of range have become the industry standard, with most new models from major automakers now hitting that benchmark. The discussion now centers on whether 400 miles will become the next target, as battery technology improves and manufacturers compete to ease drivers' charging and range anxieties.
- 9NextPower Says Solar and Storage Demand Defies Policy and Grid Hurdles●Nextpower Sees Solar, Storage Demand Powering Through Policy and Grid Challenges
NextPower says demand for solar power and battery storage remains strong despite policy uncertainty and grid connection bottlenecks. The company's outlook suggests the clean energy buildout is continuing through regulatory headwinds, reinforcing confidence among investors and industry watchers that renewables growth will hold up even as permitting and infrastructure issues persist across major markets.