Xpeng has announced a new strategic partnership with Plugsurfing, a charging service provider with stations across Europe, to access over 940,000 charging points across 27 countries. By leveraging Plugsurfing’s aggregated network in Europe, Xpeng envisions a seamless end-to-end charging experience for its customers offered through both the in-car system and its smartphone companion app, including… Continue reading Xpeng announces new Europe-focused EV charging partnership with Plugsurfing
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GM and LG Energy Solution announced new partnership focused on LMR battery cell technology
General Motors and LG Energy Solution will commercialize lithium manganese-rich (LMR) prismatic battery cells for future GM electric trucks and full-size SUVs. This new collaboration builds on an existing, longer-term, partnership between the companies focused on the development prismatic battery cell technology and related chemistries. The collaboration will accelerate GM and LG Energy Solutions’ work… Continue reading GM and LG Energy Solution announced new partnership focused on LMR battery cell technology
Toyota reveals all-new C-HR+, its latest coupe-SUV
Toyota has revealed the Toyota C-HR+, an all-new battery electric model that is positioning as a bold, stylish and capable competitor in Europe’s C-SUV BEV market. The new vehicle has been developed from the Compact SUV concept the automaker presented in 2022 while also carrying forward essential qualities from the Toyota C-HR. Scheduled for launch… Continue reading Toyota reveals all-new C-HR+, its latest coupe-SUV
Mercedes-Benz and The Mobility House launch Europe-wide smart home charging partnership
Mercedes-Benz and The Mobility House, a provider of smart charging solutions, have announced a Europe-wide cooperation for advanced Vehicle-Grid-Integration (VGI) solutions. Together, the companies will pair their experiences in electromobility and charging technologies to connect Mercedes-Benz electric vehicles with the energy system. The partnership will focus on smart charging offers for private households, providing both… Continue reading Mercedes-Benz and The Mobility House launch Europe-wide smart home charging partnership
Qualcomm to provide ECARX with Snapdragon Cockpit Platforms in new SDV-focused collaboration
ECARX, a global provider of automotive technologies, has announced a new phase of its collaboration with Qualcomm Technologies. Building on their longer-term partnership, the companies will seek to leverage ECARX’s extensive experience in full-stack hardware and software development, in addition to multiple generations of Qualcomm’s Snapdragon Cockpit Platform, to jointly build an adaptable, innovative product… Continue reading Qualcomm to provide ECARX with Snapdragon Cockpit Platforms in new SDV-focused collaboration
ECARX and HERE Technologies to launch next-gen in-vehicle navigation system
ECARX, a provider of mobility technologies, has announced a new, strategic partnership with HERE Technologies, a location data and technology platform, to co-develop a next-generation, AI-powered in-vehicle navigation system for global automakers. This collaboration will seek to pair HERE’s navigation platform with ECARX’s full-stack solutions to deliver an all-new navigation system designed to meet the… Continue reading ECARX and HERE Technologies to launch next-gen in-vehicle navigation system
Lucid reveals 2026 Gravity e-SUV
Lucid Motors has revealed the 2026 Lucid Gravity, its full-size, three-row, electric SUV designed to pair the storage space of an SUV with the performance of a luxury sports car. Among its key features are an estimated 450-mile (724-km) driving range, and its fast-charging capability that allows 200 miles (321 km) of range to be… Continue reading Lucid reveals 2026 Gravity e-SUV
Volkswagen, AirConsole, Bandai Namco partner to bring Pac-Man into the vehicle
Volkswagen has announced that, for select models, its in-vehicle gaming offering will now include PAC-MAN Championship Edition. Available through the optional AirConsole In-Car App, users will be able to play the newly added game on the infotainment display when their vehicle is parked, with a smartphone (paired to the AirConsole app) serving as the controller.… Continue reading Volkswagen, AirConsole, Bandai Namco partner to bring Pac-Man into the vehicle
Pebble begins production of the Pebble Flow, its flagship all-electric travel trailer
Pebble, a California-based automotive start-up, has commenced production of its flagship, all-electric travel trailer, the Pebble Flow. The start-up designed the trailer to make RV travel easier and more accessible, combining electrification, smart automation, and a streamlined design to facilitate a simpler travel experience. First deliveries of the Pebble Flow remain on schedule for the… Continue reading Pebble begins production of the Pebble Flow, its flagship all-electric travel trailer
2026 Polestar 2 adds enhanced processor chip, updated battery
Polestar has announced that the 2026 Polestar 2 will feature an upgraded processor chip and a new premium audio system option from Bowers & Wilkins among other new additions. While a release date for the newly upgraded EV was not confirmed, Polestar confirmed that orders are now open for Europe with further markets to follow… Continue reading 2026 Polestar 2 adds enhanced processor chip, updated battery