South Korean researchers have developed a new anode-free battery design that uses microscopic copper structures and an ultrathin MXene coating to control lithium growth, potentially paving the way for lighter electric vehicle batteries with longer driving ranges.
Svolt has begun mass production of its 100-kWh Dragon Armor semi-solid battery. The company claims 500 km of added range in 12 minutes, more than 3,000 charging cycles, and enhanced impact protection.
Honda is developing wireless charging roads that can charge EVs while driving. Public-road demonstrations in Japan are planned from fiscal 2027.
Geely's new 2,250 kW Smart Charge system pairs AI and 12C batteries to charge EVs from 10% to 70% in about 4.5 minutes.
LG Energy Solution and Seoul National University improve LMR battery stability, achieving 92.2% energy retention after 883 cycles in a 40 Ah cell.
Stellantis is expanding its SUSTAINera remanufactured EV parts program with high-voltage batteries, eDCT transmissions and electric compressors.
BMW's Neue Klasse brings advanced safety technology to EVs, including active door opening protection, emergency steering, improved braking and smarter driver assistance.
Dongfeng introduces a 1.5 MW ultra-fast EV charger, matching BYD’s Flash Charger while unveiling a new kilovolt electric drive and next-generation charging plans.
Geely has introduced its new 16-in-1 Intelligent E-Drive, an 800V electric drive system delivering 93.8% efficiency, 425 kW of power, and record-setting energy consumption in the upcoming Geely TT.
CATL has identified lithium-air batteries as its next-generation technology, targeting ultra-high energy density and EV driving ranges beyond 1,600 km after 2030.