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October 13, 202624 min
ev.news Tech | BMW's Modern Masterpiece Isn't Any Of Their Cars
BMW’s greatest modern engineering achievement may not be any of its electric cars, but the decision to stop developing them as separate projects, on shared platforms with outdated combustion tech. BMW spent years developing electric cars model by model. But Neue Klasse represents something far more ambitious: an entirely new way of engineering its future. Neue Klasse is not a single platform underpinning every future BMW. It's a dedicated EV architecture that also introduces a new generation of technologies. So why has BMW been able to do what many of their competitors struggled with? This is ev.news Tech, with Martyn Lee. BMW calls its new generation Neue Klasse. What matters is not how many cars carry the name, but how far the engineering can travel.
October 13, 202618 min
ev.news Daily: Walmart DC Charging Passes 1,000 Stalls, BYD Bring Atto 8 To Europe & Leapmotor Prepare Renault 5-Fighter | 13 Oct 2026
WALMART DOUBLES US FAST-CHARGING STALLS PAST 1,000 Walmart has doubled its US fast-charging network in roughly four months, reaching more than 1,000 stalls across 120 locations, with CCS and NACS chargers rated at up to 400 kW. The retailer was America's second-largest installer of new fast-charging ports in the second quarter, behind Tesla, establishing itself as a significant charging operator rather than simply hosting third-party equipment. BYD ATTO 8 BRINGS NINE-MINUTE FLASH CHARGING TO EUROPE BYD has unveiled the seven-seat Atto 8 electric SUV for Europe, featuring a 115 kWh Blade battery capable of a claimed 10–97% charge in nine minutes using dedicated Flash chargers, with two powertrains offering up to 405 miles of WLTP range. Arriving in early 2027, the SUV's charging capabilities depend on BYD's ambitious infrastructure rollout, targeting 3,000 European Flash charging stations by the end of 2027, while pricing and charging performance on conventional public chargers remain unknown. LEAPMOTOR B03 SETS UP A RENAULT 5 CHALLENGE FOR 2027 Leapmotor will introduce its B03 electric supermini to the UK in early 2027, targeting the Renault 5 and Volkswagen ID Polo with an expected price in the low £20,000s, a 53 kWh battery and 242 miles of WLTP range. Its 145 kW motor delivers 0–62 mph in 7.6 seconds, while 133 kW DC charging enables a claimed 10–80% recharge in 21 minutes, with a spacious 405-litre boot strengthening its practicality credentials. VOLKSWAGEN'S EV ORDERS RISE AS GLOBAL SALES FALL Volkswagen Group's global vehicle deliveries fell 9% to 6.01 million during the first nine months of 2026, with battery-electric deliveries declining 5% to 678,700, reflecting particularly severe weakness in China and the US. European EV demand tells a different story, with third-quarter electric deliveries rising 20%, EVs representing approximately 40% of the European order book and nearly 150,000 orders secured for forthcoming affordable electric models. XPENG G9L ARRIVES IN EUROPE WITH AUSTRIAN ASSEMBLY Xpeng has launched its six- or seven-seat G9L electric SUV in Europe, priced from €74,990 in France, offering up to 591 km of WLTP range and a claimed 10–80% charge in just 11.7 minutes using compatible high-power chargers. Trial assembly began at Magna Steyr's Austrian factory on 7 October, potentially reducing exposure to European tariffs on Chinese-built EVs, although full production and delivery dates remain unconfirmed. OMODA 4 HEADS TO BRITAIN — BUT THE EV COSTS MORE Chery-owned Omoda has unveiled its compact Omoda 4 crossover for UK introduction in 2027, with the initial petrol-hybrid version expected to cost under £25,000 and a fully electric variant following at approximately £27,000. The EV is reportedly equipped with a 61 kWh battery offering around 248 miles of range, although final specifications, charging performance and the range test cycle remain unconfirmed. FIAT REVEALS FOUR-SEAT MULTIPLINA FOR 2028 Fiat has unveiled the Multiplina, a four-seat electric microcar inspired by the original 1950s Multipla, with sales planned for 2028 and a body measuring less than three metres long. Positioned above the two-seat Topolino, it will comply with Europe's L7 heavy-quadricycle regulations, although Fiat has yet to reveal battery capacity, range, performance or charging specifications. LANCIA GAMMA OPENS ORDERS WITH 740-KM ELECTRIC CLAIM Lancia has opened European orders for its new Italian-built Gamma fastback crossover, offering hybrid and electric powertrains, including a Long Range EV claiming more than 740 km of range, although a final certified figure has not been established. Built on Stellantis' STLA Medium platform, the range also includes a 375 hp all-wheel-drive HF Integrale capable of 0–100 km/h in 5.1 seconds, while battery specifications, charging speeds and market-specific prices remain undisclosed. LI AUTO PUSHES EUROPEAN I6 LAUNCH INTO 2027 Chinese manufacturer Li Auto has postponed its European debut until the first quarter of 2027, when its i6 electric SUV, renamed Li 6, will launch initially in Norway and the Netherlands rather than arriving in late 2026 as previously indicated. The company has also revised its European strategy to include extended-range electric vehicles alongside battery-electric models, although pricing, specifications and additional model launches remain unconfirmed. ELECTRIC BUSES OUTNUMBER HYDROGEN ORDERS 200 TO ONE A new international procurement register covering 388 records across 81 countries reveals 13,165 firm orders for battery-electric buses compared with just 65 hydrogen fuel-cell buses, representing a purchasing ratio exceeding 200 to one. Although the dataset is not a comprehensive global census, the findings demonstrate operators' overwhelming preference for battery-electric technology on urban routes, with hydrogen increasingly needing to justify its higher infrastructure complexity and operational costs.
October 13, 20264 min
ev.news Briefly: Walmart, BYD, Leapmotor & more | 13 Oct 2026
It's ev.news Briefly for Tuesday 13th October 2026, only today's headlines and nothing else, in just 4 minutes if you haven't got time for the full show. WALMART DOUBLES US FAST-CHARGING STALLS PAST 1,000 Walmart has doubled its US fast-charging network in roughly four months, reaching more than 1,000 stalls across 120 locations, with CCS and NACS chargers rated at up to 400 kW. The retailer was America's second-largest installer of new fast-charging ports in the second quarter, behind Tesla, establishing itself as a significant charging operator rather than simply hosting third-party equipment. BYD ATTO 8 BRINGS NINE-MINUTE FLASH CHARGING TO EUROPE BYD has unveiled the seven-seat Atto 8 electric SUV for Europe, featuring a 115 kWh Blade battery capable of a claimed 10–97% charge in nine minutes using dedicated Flash chargers, with two powertrains offering up to 405 miles of WLTP range. Arriving in early 2027, the SUV's charging capabilities depend on BYD's ambitious infrastructure rollout, targeting 3,000 European Flash charging stations by the end of 2027, while pricing and charging performance on conventional public chargers remain unknown. LEAPMOTOR B03 SETS UP A RENAULT 5 CHALLENGE FOR 2027 Leapmotor will introduce its B03 electric supermini to the UK in early 2027, targeting the Renault 5 and Volkswagen ID Polo with an expected price in the low £20,000s, a 53 kWh battery and 242 miles of WLTP range. Its 145 kW motor delivers 0–62 mph in 7.6 seconds, while 133 kW DC charging enables a claimed 10–80% recharge in 21 minutes, with a spacious 405-litre boot strengthening its practicality credentials. VOLKSWAGEN'S EV ORDERS RISE AS GLOBAL SALES FALL Volkswagen Group's global vehicle deliveries fell 9% to 6.01 million during the first nine months of 2026, with battery-electric deliveries declining 5% to 678,700, reflecting particularly severe weakness in China and the US. European EV demand tells a different story, with third-quarter electric deliveries rising 20%, EVs representing approximately 40% of the European order book and nearly 150,000 orders secured for forthcoming affordable electric models. XPENG G9L ARRIVES IN EUROPE WITH AUSTRIAN ASSEMBLY Xpeng has launched its six- or seven-seat G9L electric SUV in Europe, priced from €74,990 in France, offering up to 591 km of WLTP range and a claimed 10–80% charge in just 11.7 minutes using compatible high-power chargers. Trial assembly began at Magna Steyr's Austrian factory on 7 October, potentially reducing exposure to European tariffs on Chinese-built EVs, although full production and delivery dates remain unconfirmed. OMODA 4 HEADS TO BRITAIN — BUT THE EV COSTS MORE Chery-owned Omoda has unveiled its compact Omoda 4 crossover for UK introduction in 2027, with the initial petrol-hybrid version expected to cost under £25,000 and a fully electric variant following at approximately £27,000. The EV is reportedly equipped with a 61 kWh battery offering around 248 miles of range, although final specifications, charging performance and the range test cycle remain unconfirmed. FIAT REVEALS FOUR-SEAT MULTIPLINA FOR 2028 Fiat has unveiled the Multiplina, a four-seat electric microcar inspired by the original 1950s Multipla, with sales planned for 2028 and a body measuring less than three metres long. Positioned above the two-seat Topolino, it will comply with Europe's L7 heavy-quadricycle regulations, although Fiat has yet to reveal battery capacity, range, performance or charging specifications. LANCIA GAMMA OPENS ORDERS WITH 740-KM ELECTRIC CLAIM Lancia has opened European orders for its new Italian-built Gamma fastback crossover, offering hybrid and electric powertrains, including a Long Range EV claiming more than 740 km of range, although a final certified figure has not been established. Built on Stellantis' STLA Medium platform, the range also includes a 375 hp all-wheel-drive HF Integrale capable of 0–100 km/h in 5.1 seconds, while battery specifications, charging speeds and market-specific prices remain undisclosed. LI AUTO PUSHES EUROPEAN I6 LAUNCH INTO 2027 Chinese manufacturer Li Auto has postponed its European debut until the first quarter of 2027, when its i6 electric SUV, renamed Li 6, will launch initially in Norway and the Netherlands rather than arriving in late 2026 as previously indicated. The company has also revised its European strategy to include extended-range electric vehicles alongside battery-electric models, although pricing, specifications and additional model launches remain unconfirmed. ELECTRIC BUSES OUTNUMBER HYDROGEN ORDERS 200 TO ONE A new international procurement register covering 388 records across 81 countries reveals 13,165 firm orders for battery-electric buses compared with just 65 hydrogen fuel-cell buses, representing a purchasing ratio exceeding 200 to one. Although the dataset is not a comprehensive global census, the findings demonstrate operators' overwhelming preference for battery-electric technology on urban routes, with hydrogen increasingly needing to justify its higher infrastructure complexity and operational costs.
October 13, 202618 min
ev.news China: EV Share Reaches 67%, AITO Looks For Growth Overseas & Avatr T09 Flagship | 13 Oct 2026
Welcome to ev.news China — the podcast dedicated to the world’s largest electric vehicle market. Each day, I bring you the latest headlines, insights, and analysis from the heart of China’s booming EV industry — and decode how fast-moving developments in the east are shaping the global EV landscape. CHINA EV SHARE HITS 67% AS PETROL SALES SLUMP Electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles captured a record 67% of China's passenger car market in September, despite NEV sales falling 16.7% to 1.084 million, as overall car sales declined 28% and petrol sales plunged 43%. With domestic NEV sales down 10.6% across the first nine months but September exports surging 160% to 571,000 vehicles, Chinese manufacturers are increasingly dependent on overseas markets to sustain growth. AVATR REVEALS T09 HYBRID WITH OVER 400KM EV RANGE Avatr has unveiled its T09 luxury SUV concept in Paris, combining a 2.0-litre petrol engine, three electric motors and a 71.2 kWh CATL battery delivering more than 400 km of claimed electric range under China's CLTC cycle. Targeting China's 500,000 yuan luxury SUV segment, the concept showcases Avatr's premium ambitions as the company targets expansion from 70 to more than 110 international markets by 2030. AITO PLANS 2027 EUROPE ENTRY AS SALES DECLINE Huawei-backed AITO plans to launch four premium SUVs in Europe in 2027, with EU vehicle certification and Euro NCAP safety assessments underway as manufacturing partner Seres seeks growth beyond China. The expansion comes as Seres reported September NEV sales falling 34.48%, nine-month deliveries declining 15.79% and a first-half net loss of 1.72 billion yuan ($257 million), highlighting the urgency of establishing a successful international business. XPENG PREVIEWS MONA L05 SUV WITH 660KM CLTC RANGE XPeng has previewed the MONA L05 affordable SUV ahead of its planned late-2026 Chinese launch, offering a battery-electric version with a 71.1 kWh LFP battery and up to 660 km CLTC range, alongside a range-extender version with a 37.2 kWh battery delivering up to 253 km of electric driving. With estimated but unconfirmed pricing of $20,900–$26,900, the larger SUV expands the MONA range as XPeng targets monthly deliveries exceeding 60,000 vehicles in the fourth quarter, compared with 41,256 in September. XPENG PLANS EV TECHNOLOGY DEALS BEYOND VOLKSWAGEN XPeng has introduced its AI Engineering initiative in Paris, seeking to supply vehicle development, manufacturing, software and AI technology to additional carmakers beyond its existing Volkswagen partnership. Alongside European road testing of its advanced driver-assistance technology, more than 12,000 reported European MONA L03 orders and initial production trials in Austria, the strategy positions XPeng as an international technology supplier rather than simply a Chinese vehicle exporter. CHINA PROPOSES BAN ON FOLDING CAR SCREENS China has proposed stricter vehicle approval regulations banning folding cabin displays, requiring physical controls for essential functions and introducing tougher reliability, safety and software testing, including at least 30,000 km of vehicle testing. The draft measures, under consultation until 10 November and potentially taking effect from January 2027, aim to prevent manufacturers prioritising technological novelty and rapid product launches over proven safety, potentially increasing development costs and slowing approvals. EU-CHINA DEAL LIMITS HYBRID IMPORTS TO 350,000 The EU and China have reportedly agreed to cap Chinese hybrid and plug-in hybrid imports at 350,000 vehicles annually under a four-year safeguard arrangement potentially beginning in December, with the ceiling increasing 6% each year. While Beijing argues the limit permits growth from 302,000 imports in 2025, Brussels expects shipments could otherwise reach 800,000 in 2026, meaning the agreement could substantially restrict Chinese manufacturers' European expansion and encourage more local production.
October 12, 202622 min
ev.news Daily: Citroën Revives 2CV, Smart Launches #2 & Volkswagen's 'Small 4' Sell Well | 12 Oct 2026
CITROËN REVIVES 2CV WITH €15,000 ELECTRIC PLAN Citroën has unveiled an electric 2CV concept at the Paris Motor Show, targeting European production in 2028 and a starting price of around €15,000, potentially undercutting the Renault Twingo and Dacia Spring. The lightweight city car aims to recreate the original's affordable, practical appeal, although its battery, range and charging specifications remain unconfirmed, and the target price may depend on proposed EU rules for small EVs. VW’S FOUR SMALL EVS ATTRACT NEARLY 150,000 ORDERS Volkswagen Group says its four new affordable electric cars — the ID. Polo, ID. Cross, CUPRA Raval and Škoda Epiq — have attracted almost 150,000 orders ahead of deliveries, demonstrating early demand for smaller European-built EVs. All four share the front-wheel-drive MEB+ platform, with over 80% common components, and will be manufactured in Spain as part of a €10 billion electrification programme designed to reduce costs through economies of scale. EU PROJECT TESTS CCS BIDIRECTIONAL CHARGING The four-year EV4EU European research project has successfully demonstrated bidirectional CCS DC charging, allowing electric vehicles to return electricity to homes and energy networks, with Portuguese trials reporting an average 8.6% reduction in household charging costs and up to 21.9% greater renewable-energy integration. Trials across four countries also explored virtual power plants and grid balancing, but widespread adoption still depends on compatible hardware, supportive regulations and financial incentives for vehicle owners. ROAM OFFERS CASH TO REPLACE OLD UK EV CHARGERS UK charging operator Roam is offering businesses £500 for replacing single-socket EV chargers and £1,000 for dual-socket units, providing modern replacement equipment and standard installation without upfront hardware costs. Targeting workplaces, hotels and residential developments, the scheme aims to improve charging reliability and interoperability, although participating businesses must enter long-term agreements with Roam rather than receiving unconditional grants. XPENG CONFIRMS MONA L05 SUV FOR EUROPE IN 2027 XPeng will bring its larger Mona L05 SUV to Europe in early 2027, with Chinese specifications including a 71.1 kWh battery delivering up to 660 km of CLTC range, alongside a range-extender version offering up to 253 km of electric-only range. European pricing, production location and powertrain availability remain unconfirmed, with those decisions particularly important because Chinese-built battery EVs face an additional 20.7% EU import duty beyond the standard 10% tariff. GEELY EXPANDS TO 100 DEALERS IN AUSTRALIA Geely has expanded its Australian dealership network from 22 outlets in March 2025 to 100, establishing a presence across every state and territory while targeting further growth in regional areas. Having sold more than 15,000 EX5 electric SUVs, the company is combining wider distribution with promotional financing on its EX5 and EX2 models to strengthen its position in Australia's EV market. SMART REVEALS TWO-SEAT #2 WITH 290 KM RANGE GOAL Smart has unveiled its new two-seat #2 electric city car in Paris, returning to its original ultra-compact format with a 35.8 kWh LFP battery, a targeted 290 km WLTP range and 65 kW DC charging capable of 10–80% in a claimed 20 minutes. Measuring just 2.75 metres long, the rear-wheel-drive EV combines exceptional manoeuvrability with a versatile split tailgate, although European pricing and availability have yet to be announced. VW CHIEF SEEKS EU HELP FOR GERMAN FACTORY OVERHAUL Volkswagen CEO Oliver Blume is calling for European policy support as the manufacturer undertakes its largest restructuring programme, potentially closing up to four German factories while cutting jobs to improve competitiveness against Chinese manufacturers. Blume supports Made in Europe policies favouring regional production, but VW faces the difficult task of reducing its German manufacturing footprint while investing in affordable EVs and better software to restore profitability. MACRON WANTS EV SUBSIDIES LINKED TO EU PRODUCTION French President Emmanuel Macron wants European EV subsidies tied to substantial EU-based manufacturing of vehicles, batteries and components, rather than rewarding imported cars receiving only final assembly in Europe. With just 26% of EVs purchased in France during 2025 manufactured domestically, Paris is pushing stronger local-content requirements, although Germany remains concerned about Chinese retaliation and reports of a compromise involving weaker 2035 emissions targets have been denied by the Élysée.
October 12, 20264 min
ev.news Briefly: Citroën 2CV, VW 'Small 4', Bidirectional CCS & more | 07 Oct 2026
It's ev.news Briefly for Monday 12 October 2026, only todays headlines and nothing else, in just 4 minutes if you haven't got time for the full show. CITROËN REVIVES 2CV WITH €15,000 ELECTRIC PLAN Citroën has unveiled an electric 2CV concept at the Paris Motor Show, targeting European production in 2028 and a starting price of around €15,000, potentially undercutting the Renault Twingo and Dacia Spring. The lightweight city car aims to recreate the original's affordable, practical appeal, although its battery, range and charging specifications remain unconfirmed, and the target price may depend on proposed EU rules for small EVs. VW’S FOUR SMALL EVS ATTRACT NEARLY 150,000 ORDERS Volkswagen Group says its four new affordable electric cars — the ID. Polo, ID. Cross, CUPRA Raval and Škoda Epiq — have attracted almost 150,000 orders ahead of deliveries, demonstrating early demand for smaller European-built EVs. All four share the front-wheel-drive MEB+ platform, with over 80% common components, and will be manufactured in Spain as part of a €10 billion electrification programme designed to reduce costs through economies of scale. EU PROJECT TESTS CCS BIDIRECTIONAL CHARGING The four-year EV4EU European research project has successfully demonstrated bidirectional CCS DC charging, allowing electric vehicles to return electricity to homes and energy networks, with Portuguese trials reporting an average 8.6% reduction in household charging costs and up to 21.9% greater renewable-energy integration. Trials across four countries also explored virtual power plants and grid balancing, but widespread adoption still depends on compatible hardware, supportive regulations and financial incentives for vehicle owners. ROAM OFFERS CASH TO REPLACE OLD UK EV CHARGERS UK charging operator Roam is offering businesses £500 for replacing single-socket EV chargers and £1,000 for dual-socket units, providing modern replacement equipment and standard installation without upfront hardware costs. Targeting workplaces, hotels and residential developments, the scheme aims to improve charging reliability and interoperability, although participating businesses must enter long-term agreements with Roam rather than receiving unconditional grants. XPENG CONFIRMS MONA L05 SUV FOR EUROPE IN 2027 XPeng will bring its larger Mona L05 SUV to Europe in early 2027, with Chinese specifications including a 71.1 kWh battery delivering up to 660 km of CLTC range, alongside a range-extender version offering up to 253 km of electric-only range. European pricing, production location and powertrain availability remain unconfirmed, with those decisions particularly important because Chinese-built battery EVs face an additional 20.7% EU import duty beyond the standard 10% tariff. GEELY EXPANDS TO 100 DEALERS IN AUSTRALIA Geely has expanded its Australian dealership network from 22 outlets in March 2025 to 100, establishing a presence across every state and territory while targeting further growth in regional areas. Having sold more than 15,000 EX5 electric SUVs, the company is combining wider distribution with promotional financing on its EX5 and EX2 models to strengthen its position in Australia's EV market. SMART REVEALS TWO-SEAT #2 WITH 290 KM RANGE GOAL Smart has unveiled its new two-seat #2 electric city car in Paris, returning to its original ultra-compact format with a 35.8 kWh LFP battery, a targeted 290 km WLTP range and 65 kW DC charging capable of 10–80% in a claimed 20 minutes. Measuring just 2.75 metres long, the rear-wheel-drive EV combines exceptional manoeuvrability with a versatile split tailgate, although European pricing and availability have yet to be announced. VW CHIEF SEEKS EU HELP FOR GERMAN FACTORY OVERHAUL Volkswagen CEO Oliver Blume is calling for European policy support as the manufacturer undertakes its largest restructuring programme, potentially closing up to four German factories while cutting jobs to improve competitiveness against Chinese manufacturers. Blume supports Made in Europe policies favouring regional production, but VW faces the difficult task of reducing its German manufacturing footprint while investing in affordable EVs and better software to restore profitability. MACRON WANTS EV SUBSIDIES LINKED TO EU PRODUCTION French President Emmanuel Macron wants European EV subsidies tied to substantial EU-based manufacturing of vehicles, batteries and components, rather than rewarding imported cars receiving only final assembly in Europe. With just 26% of EVs purchased in France during 2025 manufactured domestically, Paris is pushing stronger local-content requirements, although Germany remains concerned about Chinese retaliation and reports of a compromise involving weaker 2035 emissions targets have been denied by the Élysée.
October 12, 202618 min
ev.news China: BYD Seagull Opens Reservations For All-New Model, Geely Confirm Canada Entry & Li Auto Sets Launch For Bestseller | 12 Oct 2026
GEELY CONFIRMS CANADA ENTRY AS EV TARIFFS EASE https://evne.ws/r4rdi BYD'S NEW SEAGULL GROWS BEFORE PRICE REVEAL https://evne.ws/9s99z LI AUTO SETS 28 OCTOBER UPGRADE FOR ITS BESTSELLER https://evne.ws/rp32q BYD'S OCEAN MPV EMERGES AHEAD OF YEAR-END DEBUT https://evne.ws/82p22 MAEXTRO BRAKE REPORTS PROMPT A YANGWANG RESPONSE https://evne.ws/38i8c GEELY BRINGS MONJARO PLUG-IN HYBRID TO PARIS https://evne.ws/9zonm BYD FLASH CHARGERS LOG 1.22 MILLION HOLIDAY SESSIONS https://evne.ws/e6qeq NIO SWAP SITES AVERAGE THREE TIMES BYD'S PEAK-DAY VISITS https://evne.ws/ly0wo TESLA SHANGHAI SALES RISE AS CHINA DELIVERIES FALL https://evne.ws/kc1xz
October 12, 202624 min
ev.news Daily: Geely Moves Forward With Canadian Expansion, Volkswagen Recall ID.4 & Rivian Starts Halloween Early With An Original Ghostbuster | 11 Oct 2026
GEELY PLANS CANADIAN LAUNCH AS US MARKET STAYS SHUT https://evne.ws/yg2rq VOLKSWAGEN TELLS 22,524 ID.4 OWNERS TO LIMIT CHARGING https://evne.ws/12wns RIVIAN BRINGS GHOSTBUSTERS INTO ITS EV SOFTWARE https://evne.ws/otruv ZEEKR 9X HYBRID CLAIMS 10–80% CHARGING IN 9.5 MINUTES https://evne.ws/od38a FORD SAYS CAMERA FAULTS CHANGED ITS NEXT EV PLATFORM https://evne.ws/9znsk EU ASKED TO LET TRUCK FLEETS SHARE DEPOT CHARGERS https://evne.ws/aonk2 CHERY LAUNCHES UK APPROVED USED SCHEME WITH BATTERY CHECKS https://evne.ws/qrn8r DONUT LAB STILL HAS NO VERIFIED PRODUCTION BATTERY https://evne.ws/8kl2m MCLAREN PLANS MORE HYBRIDS AS SUPERCAR EVS RETREAT https://evne.ws/boew1
October 12, 20264 min
ev.news Briefly: Geely In Canada, ID.4 Recall, Rivian & more | 11 Oct 2026
It's ev.news Briefly for Sunday 11 October 2026, only todays headlines and nothing else, in just 4 minutes if you haven't got time for the full show. GEELY PLANS CANADIAN LAUNCH AS US MARKET STAYS SHUT Geely plans to enter Canada in 2027, establishing dealerships and service operations following an agreement between Ottawa and Beijing allowing limited Chinese EV imports, while US tariffs and restrictions continue to block Chinese manufacturers. With Geely's Chinese domestic sales down 23% and exports up 169% in the first nine months of 2026, international expansion is increasingly important, although Canadian launch models and sales dates remain unconfirmed. VOLKSWAGEN TELLS 22,524 ID.4 OWNERS TO LIMIT CHARGING Volkswagen is recalling 22,524 US ID.4 electric SUVs from model years 2023–2026 over a potential battery fire risk linked to charging above 80%, instructing affected owners to restrict charging while engineers investigate. Although Volkswagen estimates just 0.1% of recalled vehicles have the defect, it has not identified the root cause or developed a permanent remedy, leaving owners with reduced usable battery capacity and potentially shorter driving ranges. RIVIAN BRINGS GHOSTBUSTERS INTO ITS EV SOFTWARE Rivian has launched a Ghostbusters-themed Halloween software update for its R1S, R1T and R2 vehicles, featuring themed displays, sounds, lighting effects and an arcade game, accompanied by a promotional film starring Bill Murray and a specially modified Ecto-R1 SUV. Available until 2 November, the update demonstrates how software-defined vehicles allow manufacturers to introduce new experiences and seasonal features to existing cars without physical modifications. ZEEKR 9X HYBRID CLAIMS 10–80% CHARGING IN 9.5 MINUTES Zeekr has presented its €119,500 9X plug-in hybrid SUV in Germany, featuring a 55.1 kWh battery, claimed 179 km electric range and 900-volt architecture capable of 330 kW peak DC charging, potentially delivering 10–80% charging in just 9.5 minutes. The six-seat SUV uses a petrol engine exclusively as a generator, with European deliveries expected between December 2026 and early 2027, although its charging performance and technical specifications still await final European approval and real-world verification. FORD SAYS CAMERA FAULTS CHANGED ITS NEXT EV PLATFORM Ford CEO Jim Farley says recurring camera faults and disputes between suppliers convinced the company to bring more vehicle software development in-house, rather than relying on multiple companies to diagnose and resolve problems. Ford's forthcoming Universal Electric Vehicle platform introduces a 48-volt zonal electrical architecture and integrated software designed to simplify over-the-air updates, reduce repair complexity and give Ford greater control over vehicle reliability. EU ASKED TO LET TRUCK FLEETS SHARE DEPOT CHARGERS The International Road Transport Union and Transport & Environment are urging the EU to introduce a semi-public charging category that would allow electric truck operators to share privately owned depot chargers without becoming fully public charging providers. The proposal could reduce infrastructure costs for smaller hauliers, improve utilisation of existing grid connections and accelerate truck electrification, although regulatory changes and simpler planning and funding arrangements would be required. CHERY LAUNCHES UK APPROVED USED SCHEME WITH BATTERY CHECKS Chery has introduced a UK approved-used programme covering an initial 110 vehicles across 100 dealerships, offering comprehensive inspections, at least two years of warranty protection and battery-health certificates guaranteeing a minimum 90% state of health for qualifying hybrids. Having sold more than 39,000 vehicles in Britain, Chery hopes the scheme will strengthen buyer confidence, support residual values and establish a credible second-hand market alongside its growing new-car business. DONUT LAB STILL HAS NO VERIFIED PRODUCTION BATTERY Nearly nine months after claiming its solid-state battery was approaching production, Finnish company Donut Lab has still not provided an independently verified commercial battery demonstrating its extraordinary promises of 400 Wh/kg energy density, five-minute charging, 100,000 cycles and exceptional thermal safety. Independent tests have supported some individual prototype characteristics, including 409 Wh/kg energy density, but different cell versions were tested and no production battery has been independently examined to establish whether all the claimed properties can coexist in a commercially viable product. MCLAREN PLANS MORE HYBRIDS AS SUPERCAR EVS RETREAT McLaren is reportedly preparing a hybrid V6 coupé for 2027 and a hybrid V8 SUV for 2028, reinforcing the supercar industry's preference for electrified combustion engines rather than fully electric powertrains. With Ferrari reducing its 2030 pure-electric ambitions and Lamborghini already embracing hybrids, McLaren CEO Nick Collins says the company will build an electric supercar when customers demand one, signalling that full electrification remains a longer-term prospect for the segment.
October 11, 202618 min
ev.news Daily: ID. Tiguan Specs Revealed, Range Is All In The Mind & Bolt Exceeds EPA Range At Highway Speeds | 10 Oct 2026
VW ID. TIGUAN REPLACES ID.4 AND ID.5 https://evne.ws/4va2r BMW SURVEY FINDS 42% WANT 300-MILE EV RANGE https://evne.ws/s6lid 2027 BOLT HITS 280.3 MILES AT 60 MPH IN TEST https://evne.ws/y2eaj HYUNDAI REPORTEDLY PLANS IONIQ 4 AND IONIQ 7 https://evne.ws/3k7pk BMW OPENS iX5 ORDERS IN EUROPE WITH 460 KW CHARGING https://evne.ws/n77tj EU AND CHINA REACH TENTATIVE HYBRID EXPORT DEAL https://evne.ws/shjhe JAGUAR PRIORITISES US AND CANADA FOR TYPE 01 https://evne.ws/iptpr JAGUAR PLANS MORE MODELS BEYOND TYPE 01 https://evne.ws/hit6b
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