A UK consortium led by Watercycle Technologies has secured more than £3 million in funding to develop the ReCAM battery recycling project. The initiative aims to create a domestic solution for refining lithium-ion battery black mass into reusable cathode materials, strengthening the UK’s electric vehicle supply chain and supporting a circular battery economy.
The 2026 automotive market forecast shows deepening impacts from global geopolitics, tariffs, rare earth supply risks, and the rise of Chinese EVs, challenging production and growth worldwide.
Toray introduces a new nanofiltration membrane designed to recover over 95% of lithium from spent EV batteries, boosting recycling efficiency and supporting a stronger closed-loop battery ecosystem.
Recent battery fire incidents in China have raised public concern about electric vehicle battery safety. With EV adoption accelerating, manufacturers and regulators face pressure to strengthen standards and rebuild trust.
China’s passenger vehicle sales fell by 0.8 % in October 2025 after eight consecutive months of growth. With government subsidies and tax incentives winding down, consumer sentiment is cooling. The slowdown raises questions about sustainability of the market’s momentum and the future for new-energy vehicles and domestic manufacturers.
Chinese automaker BYD reports a 12 % year-on-year drop in vehicle sales for October, highlighting intensifying competition and a critical pivot point in the EV industry.
