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Volkswagen has revealed its latest additions to the ID.7 electric vehicle (EV) lineup in the United Kingdom (UK) market, the ID.7 Pro S Match models. These new trims come available in both fastback and Tourer configurations including a larger battery capacity and faster charging capabilities. More details: https://lnkd.in/ey8jY-Ec

Electrify America has initiated a new pilot program focused on cutting down wait times and congestion at its electric vehicle (EV) charging station, where Interestingly limits EV charging to 85% state of charge (SoC). The “Congestion Reduction Pilot” program, which was founded in early July, is currently being tested at nine stations in and around Los Angeles and one in San Diego. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gXFjNr_g

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced a conditional commitment of $1.2 billion to ENTEK Lithium Separators LLC for the construction of an advanced lithium-ion battery separator production plant in Terre Haute, Indiana. Read our article for more: https://lnkd.in/gXMsTzKn

The production of the gas-powered Macan SUV will cease by 2026 while the combustion engine versions of the 718 Boxster and Cayman sports cars will end production in 2025, according to Porsche board member Albrecht Reimold told magazine Automobilwoche. Read more: https://lnkd.in/g_bYVpsp

Lucid Motors has reported a record-breaking Q2 2024, delivering 2,394 electric vehicles (EVs) and potentially signaling a turnaround for the company. This figure conveys a 22% increase from Q1 and exceeds expectations of 1,940 units. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gc2D3y8P

SK On partners with Sakuu to develop 3D-printed battery tech. The joint partnership focuses on industrializing Sakuu’s dry process Kavian platform, which eliminates the use of solvents in battery production while promising more cost-effective and environmentally friendly production methods. Read our article for more: https://lnkd.in/gGx6SdJR

Geely Automobile Holdings, one of China’s largest automakers, is set to enter into the South Korean electric vehicle (EV) market with its premium brand Zeekr. Zeekr plans to introduce its first premium EV to South Korea as early as 2026, challenging the long-standing dominance of local automakers Hyundai and Kia according to Bloomberg. More details: https://lnkd.in/gfyuVEfk

BYD partners with French car-leasing firm Ayvens SA to boost EV distribution in Europe. Focus: France, Netherlands, Belgium, and Luxembourg, expanding to 30+ countries in the first year. Read our article for more: https://lnkd.in/g25Y4CYD

As BYD has been expanding its global footprint with its electric vehicle (EV) strategy in mind, the company is on the verge of finalizing a deal to construct a $1 billion manufacturing plant in Turkey. According to Bloomberg, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is expected to officially announce the agreement on Monday during a ceremony in Manisa province, the planned site for the new plant. More details, read: https://lnkd.in/ga-YN_sY