Thomas Schmidt

In a strategic pivot to enhance its smart driving capabilities, BYD has initiated a significant team restructuring, mirroring similar moves by fellow electric vehicle manufacturers Nio, Xpeng, and Li Auto. According to a report from

Due to an upcoming event that may keep me from getting to the polls on Election Day in November, I chose to vote early.

South Korean battery material manufacturer L&F is set to commence mass production of NCM (nickel-cobalt-manganese) cathode material with a nickel content of 95 percent in December, marking the highest nickel concentration achieved to date for this type of battery.

Chinese EV maker Xpeng reported a positive market response to its G6 SUV in Singapore, just months after its entry into the region. In September, the G6 ranked among the top three best-selling all-electric SUVs in Singapore, the company noted in a recent post on its WeChat account.

Nikola Corporation delivered a record 88 fuel cell electric trucks (FCEVs) in the third quarter of 2024, marking a 22% increase from the previous quarter.

Skoda plans to introduce its Enyaq electric vehicle (EV) to the Indian market in 2025, but with a notable difference from the model currently available in Europe. The Czech automaker will launch the facelifted version of the Enyaq rather than the existing model, as initially planned for this year. The company has deferred the launch, opting to unveil the updated version, which is set to feature significant design and technological upgrades.

DHL has introduced hydrogen-powered Nikola semi trucks and a standalone hydrogen fueling station to support logistics for Diageo North America, the makers of Captain Morgan rum. The deployment aligns with DHL's strategy to reduce emissions in its operations and explore alternative fuel options for long-haul trucking routes.

Zypp Electric, an ‘EV-as-a-service' provider, has made a significant investment in Indian electric scooter manufacturer Odysse Electric, ordering 40,000 electric two-wheelers to be used for last-mile delivery services. The investment, the exact amount of which has not been disclosed, is intended to support Odysse Electric's nationwide expansion, helping to scale up its production capacities and dealer network. The first batch of scooters is expected to be delivered over the next three years.

LG Magna e-Powertrain, a joint venture between LG Electronics and Magna International, is planning workforce reductions to address a slowdown in electric vehicle (EV) demand and a potential loss of EV subsidies in the United States under President-elect Donald Trump's second term.

Chinese automaker GAC has introduced the Aion UT, its third electric model under the Aion brand, at the Guangzhou Auto Show. With a focus on refined interiors, advanced safety, and smart technology, the Aion UT is being positioned as a “global model,” signaling its potential launch in international markets.