Market & Policy Updates
- Australia finalised its association to Horizon Europe, opening new research collaboration opportunities in electric mobility.
- Seven EU countries oppose Germany’s push to soften the 2035 combustion engine ban, reaffirming commitment to zero-emission targets.
- European electric car sales surge this year, signalling strong consumer adoption.
- Mexico unveils Olinia, its first homegrown EV priced under $9,000, aiming to make electric mobility accessible.
- BYD Denza Z9 GT achieves 3%-84% charge in under 20 minutes on a 400kW Hyc 400 charger, showcasing ultra-fast charging capability.
- Huawei-backed Luxeed previews new model RX, set to debut this fall.
- Rolls-Royce Spectre Series II gains more power, range, and luxury features, rivalling Ferrari’s EV lineup.
- Lucid Gravity review: performance SUV/minivan blend sparks debate but impresses.
- 2026 Lexus LC 500 Convertible marks the last year of production with a special Inspiration Series.
- VW unveils mobile charging robot prototype in Dresden, designed for autonomous charging in parking lots.
- GM Energy Pass offers a universal interface for public charging, simplifying access for GM EV owners.
- Wildcat and EnergyX to build a 15,000-tonne LFP cathode plant in Texas, boosting domestic battery production.
- Tesla’s European FSD expansion continues with Denmark approval, following the Netherlands and other markets.
- Tesla shares FSD safety data from the Netherlands, showing lower accident rates with Autopilot engaged.
- SpaceX unveils its first AI satellite, which runs data centers in space, potentially enabling faster data processing for autonomous vehicles.
- Xpeng starts local G6 production in Malaysia, expanding its footprint in Southeast Asia.
- NIO refutes US Department of Defense claims of links to the Chinese military, calling it baseless.
- BYD signs auction deal for second-hand EVs, boosting the used electric car market.
- Australian Model 3 Highland owners share tips, tricks, and long-drive experiences for the updated sedan.
- General EV discussion addresses The Donut Labs’ claims, with community insights.
- New Tesla building in Camarillo, CA, suggests continued expansion.
- CarPlay issues on the S6 discussed, along with podcast episode featuring Stephen Clegg (Topspeed).
