Solid-state batteries are seen as the future of electric vehicles, but durability remains a major obstacle. A Stanford-led breakthrough may significantly extend their lifespan.
Honda strengthens its global electrification strategy by expanding its collaboration with Princeton NuEnergy, focusing on advanced lithium‑ion battery recycling technologies and circular supply chain development.
China’s automotive industry is entering its most turbulent phase in decades. Overproduction, shrinking margins, and extreme competition are pushing many manufacturers toward consolidation or collapse.
Reconomy has acquired a majority stake in LiBCycle, significantly expanding its European battery circular economy capabilities and strengthening compliant lithium ion battery recovery infrastructure.
Chinese cars are growing fast in Europe during 2025, driven by electric vehicles and competitive pricing, but true market dominance is still far away.
A Chinese startup backed by Changan is pushing solid-state battery technology forward, targeting a 1,300 km range and record-breaking energy density for future electric vehicles.
CATL confirms mass production of sodium-ion batteries in 2026, cutting EV costs by up to 40 percent and enabling sub-€15,000 electric city cars.
Electric cars are transforming the automotive industry faster than Europe expected. Renault Spain director Josep Maria Recasens warns that China is already ten years ahead in electric vehicle technology, production, and strategy.
China has introduced the world first binding energy consumption limits for electric cars, signaling a major shift in efficiency standards, clean mobility policy, and global electric vehicle competitiveness.
