Rivian and Redwood Launch Second-Life EV Battery Storage at Illinois Plant
Rivian and Redwood Materials are deploying a 10 MWh second-life EV battery storage system at Rivian’s Illinois plant to cut energy costs and support grid reliability.
Vatican Expands EV Fleet With Elli Charging and Fleet Management Partnership
The Vatican has partnered with Elli to support its growing electric vehicle fleet with Europe-wide charging access, digital fleet tools, and centralized energy management.
BMW i7 Sustainability Upgrades Cut Battery Supply Chain Emissions by 33%
The updated BMW i7 brings Gen6 battery cells, recycled aluminum wheels, and cleaner production to lower its carbon footprint without compromising luxury or performance.
XCharge Opens First European EV Charger Assembly Plant in Spain
XCharge has opened its first European assembly plant in Valencia, Spain, to build high-power EV chargers and battery systems, strengthening local supply chains and charging infrastructure.
Electric Mercedes C-Class Debuts Futuristic Cabin With Giant All-Screen Dashboard
Mercedes-Benz previews the 2026 electric C-Class ahead of its April 20 debut, highlighting a roomier cabin, vegan interior option, MBUX Hyperscreen, and enhanced comfort.
2026 Mercedes-Benz VLE Now Available to Order
Mercedes-Benz opens orders for the all-new electric VLE in Europe, offering up to 713 km of WLTP range, ultra-fast charging, premium tech, and flexible seating.
Mazda6e Set for UK Arrival This Summer With Starting Price Of £38,995
Mazda6e arrives in the UK this summer with a 348-mile range, 24-minute fast charging and prices from £38,995. Mazda’s new electric saloon targets fleet and company car buyers.
Volvo CE Starts Serial Production of A30 Electric and A40 Electric Articulated Haulers
Volvo CE has started serial production of the world’s first battery-electric articulated haulers in this size class, marking a major step for zero-emission heavy equipment.
Ford Creates New Product Organization to Speed EV Rollout and Software-Defined Vehicles
Ford has created a new Product Creation and Industrialization unit to speed EV launches, software-defined vehicles and digital services as it targets stronger margins by 2029.
IONNA and Circle K Partner to Launch 350+ High-Power EV Charging Sites Across the U.S.
IONNA and Circle K are partnering to roll out more than 350 high-power EV charging sites across the U.S., with the first Rechargeries opening by late 2026.
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