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Rivian ramps electric ute and SUV production to 7,400 a quarter

Rivian ramps electric ute and SUV production to 7,400 a quarter

The latest figures from Rivian show it is making in-roads towards its US production goals.
Coffee up: Scientists tackle EV battery recycling with less waste

Coffee up: Scientists tackle EV battery recycling with less waste

Caffeine extraction process can recycle EV batteries using less chemicals and secondary waste, new research says.
Tesla Model Y leads Europe EV sales, plug-ins reach one in five cars sold

Tesla Model Y leads Europe EV sales, plug-ins reach one in five cars sold

Latest data from Europe shows plug-in electric vehicles make up 20% of all new car sales, despite continued struggles across all segments.
Tesla Model Y joins EV hire fleet in Australia first

Tesla Model Y joins EV hire fleet in Australia first

Electric car hire companies are rushing to add EVs to fleets but just one has the latest entrant from Tesla – the Model Y.
Automated cell sorting tech finds new life in old EV batteries

Automated cell sorting tech finds new life in old EV batteries

Automated sorting system for spent EV batteries could help repurpose healthy cells.
BYD hits new production record as Atto 3 prices rise, for some

BYD hits new production record as Atto 3 prices rise, for some

BYD hits new EV production record in September, while a price increase in New Zealand makes Australia’s Atto 3 prices a bit of a bargain.
Maserati gives the lowdown on all-electric Gran Turismo Folgore

Maserati gives the lowdown on all-electric Gran Turismo Folgore

Maserati unveils key details of its first all-electric sportscar, including a battery layout designed to fit its low-to-the-ground stance.
Tata Motors launches Tiago electric hatch priced at $16,000

Tata Motors launches Tiago electric hatch priced at $16,000

Indian automotive giant launches first-ever EV hatch, hoping to capture a slice of the extremely competitive small – and low-cost – electric car market.