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Polestar, the Swedish electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, has named Rick Bryant as its new Head of North America, effective May 12, 2025, as the company aims to capitalize on its recent sales surge. Bryant’s appointment, announced in a company statement, follows a 76% year-over-year increase in global sales, with over 12,300 vehicles sold in Q1…
Swedish electric vehicle maker Polestar announced a significant 31% reduction in its quarterly loss on Monday, signaling that its aggressive cost-saving measures and focus on higher-priced models are paying off. Amid a challenging global EV market, the company, backed by China’s Geely Holding, reported a net loss of $190 million for the first quarter ending…
Hyundai Motor Group has postponed the launch of its $730 million hypercasting facility in Ulsan, South Korea, from 2026 to potentially 2028, driven by softening global electric vehicle (EV) demand and a 25% U.S. tariff on imported vehicles, according to Seoul Economy via The Korean Car Blog. This delay impacts Hyundai’s plans to adopt advanced…
Xiaomi, the Chinese technology giant, has secured a premium partnership with the Nürburgring, the world’s longest permanent racetrack, to bolster its electric vehicle (EV) development and brand visibility. This collaboration, announced on Nürburgring’s official site, marks a significant step for Xiaomi’s automotive ambitions, highlighted by a record-setting lap and prominent advertising installati
Volvo has teased the all-new 2026 XC70 plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV), reviving the iconic Cross Country nameplate with a remarkable 125-mile electric range. This announcement positions the XC70 as a standout choice for EV enthusiasts seeking a versatile crossover with extended-range capabilities, set to launch in 2026. Powertrain and Performance Specs The 2026 XC70…
Chinese electric vehicle giant BYD and metals group Tsingshan have scrapped their plans to build lithium cathode plants in Chile, a move that could ripple through the electric vehicle (EV) battery supply chain, according to Chile’s economic development agency Corfo. Announced on May 7, 2025, the decision highlights the challenges of securing stable lithium supplies…
Nissan Motor Co. has halted its $1.1 billion plan to construct an electric vehicle (EV) battery plant in Kitakyushu, Japan, as the company shifts focus to financial recovery amid a projected record net loss. Announced on May 9, 2025, this decision underscores Nissan’s broader restructuring strategy under new CEO Ivan Espinosa, impacting its EV production…
Chinese billionaire Eric Li’s decision to privatize Zeekr, a New York-listed electric vehicle (EV) brand, marks a significant shift for the company just one year after its U.S. initial public offering (IPO). According to a Forbes report, parent company Geely Automobile will buy out Zeekr’s remaining shares for $2.2 billion, delisting the EV maker as…
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