Mercedes-Benz opens its own recycling facility for EV batteries
Making new EV batteries from old EV batteries is a no-brainer. Today, Mercedes-Benz opened its first battery-recycling plant in Germany. The new plant will use an "integrated mech.....»»
Turkey"s plan to recycle more has made life hard for its informal waste pickers
Turkey's 500,000 or so informal waste pickers carry out around 80% of the recycling in the country. These workers, who are also known as çekçekçi, are essential for separating out waste in a country where this is rarely done at source......»»
Lower-priced Chevy Silverado EV retail trim to qualify for $7,500 tax credit
The 2025 Silverado EV LT will have a range of up to 408 miles and a 12,500-pound tow rating, surpassing the Ford F-150 Lightning's top specs of 320 miles and 10,000 pounds......»»
GM drops Ultium name for EV platform
General Motors said at an Oct. 8 investor day that it expects to build roughly 200,000 EVs this year as it targets profitability......»»
Prestone"s new EV coolants are designed to enhance safety, reduce corrosion
Prestone's new formulations have been engineered to reduce fires caused by thermal runaway, prevent corrosion and improve the efficiency of plug-in hybrid vehicles, battery electric and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles......»»
Here"s why saltwater flooding can lead to EV battery fires
Florida has seen at least 16 lithium ion battery fires in the wake of Hurricane Helene, six associated with electric vehicles......»»
Production starts at Hyundai"s massive EV factory in Georgia
U.S.-assembled versions of the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 compact crossover will arrive at dealer lots this year......»»
Georgia Mercedes dealership sues commercial vehicle customizer for nearly $5 million
A Georgia dealership sued a South Carolina company for nearly $5 million for failing to pay for 83 Mercedes-Benz vehicles it bought in 2023, according to a federal court suit......»»
Lucid Q3 sales rise 91% to record 2,781 on generous incentives for Air sedan
Lucid Q3 production increased a modest 16% as the automaker cleared out vehicle inventory. The EV startup's stock price rose about 2% higher in midday trading......»»
Neighbors sue over loud Bitcoin mine
Hum from 300-megawatt facility allegedly causing stress, lack of sleep. In Granbury, Texas, residents can hear the sound of money being made at all hours of the day, but it’s no.....»»
Nissan joins forces with Ford, Honda and BMW in EV charging alliance
Nissan is joining ChargeScape, the alliance created by three of its competitors: Ford Motor Co., American Honda Motor Co. and BMW......»»
How Mercedes, others aim to make cars mobile entertainment hubs
BMW and VW are working with AirConsole to provide video game apps for in-car entertainment......»»
Paris auto show preview: The battle against Chinese upstarts will be electric
European and North American brands head to the Paris show with a watchful eye on Chinese EV rivals......»»
Cancer, cardiovascular drugs tipped for Nobel as prize week opens
Cancer research or drugs treating cardiovascular illnesses could win a Nobel Prize on Monday when a week of laureate announcements kicks off, bringing a ray of optimism to a world beset by crises......»»
Bankrupt EV maker Fisker faces probe by U.S. securities regulator; multiple subpoenas issued
Fisker is selling off its assets and plans to ask a U.S. bankruptcy judge to approve its liquidation plan at an Oct. 9 hearing in Wilmington, Del......»»
Daily 5 report for Oct. 4: Rough times for EV makers, but future looks good
EV maker Rivian reported disappointing Q3 sales, but electrification news should improve next week as The Battery Show highlights the latest technologies......»»
Which EVs come with the best free EV chargers?
Charging at home makes owning an EV a whole lot more convenient, and most EVs come with a free charger. But who offers the best free home charger?.....»»
Fused molecules could serve as building blocks for safer lithium-ion batteries
By fusing together a pair of contorted molecular structures, Cornell researchers have created a porous crystal that can uptake lithium-ion electrolytes and transport them smoothly via one-dimensional nanochannels—a design that could lead to safer s.....»»
Tesla plans four new batteries in 2026, including for robotaxi, The Information reports
Tesla plans four new batteries in 2026. Tesla sources most of its EV batteries from other companies, including Panasonic Energy and LG Energy but wants to ramp up production of its 4680 battery cells......»»
Toyota delays EV output at Ky. plant for ‘production’ issues
The world’s biggest automaker is pushing back the start of EV production in the U.S. to the first half of 2026, after reportedly slashing its global sales outlook for battery electrics......»»
U.S. offers EVgo conditional $1.05 billion loan for EV chargers
If finalized, the loan guarantee will support EVgo's deployment of about 7,500 public stalls with high power chargers that can power two EVs simultaneously at nearly 1,100 stations......»»