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Toyota is preparing to offer its best-selling Corolla as a fully electric vehicle, according to a report by Electrek. The Corolla is one of the most popular cars in history, so moving it to battery power would mark a significant step in Toyota's electrification strategy, which has so far leaned heavily on hybrids. Commenters are debating whether the move signals a genuine shift in the company's EV commitment.
- 2China's CATL Unveils EV Battery With Six-Minute Charge▼TECHNOLOGY: China’s CATL Debuts EV Battery With Speedy Six-Minute Recharge and a 1,000-km Range
Chinese battery maker CATL has unveiled a new electric vehicle battery that can recharge in six minutes and deliver a range of 1,000 kilometres on a single charge. The announcement positions the company at the forefront of EV battery technology, promising to ease drivers' concerns about charging times and range, and intensifying competition in the global electric vehicle supply chain.
- 3Electric car sales in Europe up 41 percent in first half of 2026▼Electric car sales in Europe up 41 percent in the first half of 2026
Electric car sales in Europe rose by 41 percent in the first half of 2026, according to a report circulating in news coverage of the auto sector. The sharp increase is being read as a sign that demand for battery-electric vehicles on the continent continues to accelerate, with the figure drawing attention from industry watchers and consumers alike.
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Michigan is giving used electric vehicle batteries a new life, according to the state. The effort points to growing work around battery reuse and recycling as more electric vehicles hit the road and older packs reach the end of their first use. It fits into the state's broader push to position itself as a hub for the EV battery supply chain.
- 5High-mileage electric cars more reliable than petrol, study finds▼High-mileage electric cars are more reliable than petrol ones, study finds
A new study covered by the Guardian finds that used electric cars with high mileage break down less often than comparable petrol vehicles, challenging a common assumption that EV batteries and motors degrade quickly. Commenters are weighing whether the findings will boost confidence in the second-hand EV market and ease consumer worries about long-term running costs.
- 6Battery Shortages Push Over a Third of Car Buyers to Give Up▼Over 1/3 Car Buyers Abandon Purchase Plans Reluctantly Due To Lack Of Expected Batteries
More than a third of prospective car buyers are reluctantly abandoning their purchase plans because the vehicles they want do not come with the batteries they expected. The finding highlights how battery supply and specification gaps are directly affecting consumer demand in the electric vehicle market, leaving buyers unwilling to settle for alternatives.
- 7Europe's electric future needs its own battery industry▼COMMENTARY: Europe’s electric future needs a battery industry of its own
A commentary argues that Europe must build a domestic battery industry to secure its electric vehicle transition rather than relying on foreign suppliers, particularly Asian and Chinese manufacturers. The piece reflects ongoing debate in Brussels and national capitals about industrial policy, energy security and competitiveness as the EU pushes its shift away from combustion engines.
- 8Plug-in EV sales shares climb across diverse markets by August 2026●Plug-in #EV share of new passenger-car sales/registrations around August 2026, counting BEVs + PHEVs/EREVs. The remarkab
New data on plug-in electric vehicle sales shares for around August 2026 shows battery-electric, plug-in hybrid and extended-range cars making up a rising slice of new passenger-car registrations worldwide. Norway is again approaching a 100% share, but the notable point is that countries on different continents, income levels and electricity grids are now appearing alongside it, suggesting adoption is broadening rather than staying confined to wealthy, early-moving markets.
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Nissan has detailed its third-generation e-POWER powertrain, the company's series-hybrid system in which a gasoline engine generates electricity to drive the wheels via an electric motor. The technology page outlines improvements in efficiency, refinement and packaging over previous generations. Technology enthusiasts and hybrid skeptics alike are debating whether the refined system can keep e-POWER competitive against full hybrids and battery-electric vehicles in key markets.
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Flooding from saltwater in South Jersey is causing electric vehicles to catch fire, as saltwater can short-circuit lithium-ion batteries and ignite blazes. Local officials are warning residents to move flooded EVs away from homes and garages. The incidents have raised fresh concerns about EV battery safety after coastal storms and tidal flooding hit the region.
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Porsche electric vehicles can now be charged wirelessly, without plugging in a cable. The development points to inductive charging becoming available for the brand's EV lineup, letting drivers replenish batteries simply by parking over a charging pad. It is the latest step in automakers' push to make EV ownership more convenient and reduce reliance on physical connectors.