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Toyota is preparing to offer its best-selling Corolla as a fully electric vehicle, according to a report by Electrek. The Corolla is one of the most popular cars in history, so moving it to battery power would mark a significant step in Toyota's electrification strategy, which has so far leaned heavily on hybrids. Commenters are debating whether the move signals a genuine shift in the company's EV commitment.
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Nissan has detailed its third-generation e-POWER powertrain, the company's series-hybrid system in which a gasoline engine generates electricity to drive the wheels via an electric motor. The technology page outlines improvements in efficiency, refinement and packaging over previous generations. Technology enthusiasts and hybrid skeptics alike are debating whether the refined system can keep e-POWER competitive against full hybrids and battery-electric vehicles in key markets.
- 3China's CATL Unveils EV Battery With Six-Minute Charge●TECHNOLOGY: China’s CATL Debuts EV Battery With Speedy Six-Minute Recharge and a 1,000-km Range
Chinese battery maker CATL has unveiled a new electric vehicle battery that can recharge in six minutes and deliver a range of 1,000 kilometres on a single charge. The announcement positions the company at the forefront of EV battery technology, promising to ease drivers' concerns about charging times and range, and intensifying competition in the global electric vehicle supply chain.
- 4Europe's electric future needs its own battery industry●COMMENTARY: Europe’s electric future needs a battery industry of its own
A commentary argues that Europe must build a domestic battery industry to secure its electric vehicle transition rather than relying on foreign suppliers, particularly Asian and Chinese manufacturers. The piece reflects ongoing debate in Brussels and national capitals about industrial policy, energy security and competitiveness as the EU pushes its shift away from combustion engines.
- 5Electric car sales in Europe surge 41 percent●Electric car sales in Europe up 41 percent in the first half of 2026
Electric car sales in Europe rose 41 percent in the first half of 2026, according to figures reported by Notebookcheck. The jump points to accelerating adoption of battery-electric vehicles across European markets, driven by new models, expanding charging infrastructure and tightening emissions rules. The growth is being read as a sign that Europe's shift away from combustion engines is gaining momentum despite earlier doubts about demand.
- 6High-mileage electric cars more reliable than petrol, study finds▼High-mileage electric cars are more reliable than petrol ones, study finds
A new study covered by the Guardian finds that used electric cars with high mileage break down less often than comparable petrol vehicles, challenging a common assumption that EV batteries and motors degrade quickly. Commenters are weighing whether the findings will boost confidence in the second-hand EV market and ease consumer worries about long-term running costs.
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Porsche electric vehicles can now be charged wirelessly, without plugging in a cable. The development points to inductive charging becoming available for the brand's EV lineup, letting drivers replenish batteries simply by parking over a charging pad. It is the latest step in automakers' push to make EV ownership more convenient and reduce reliance on physical connectors.
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Flooding from saltwater in South Jersey is causing electric vehicles to catch fire, as saltwater can short-circuit lithium-ion batteries and ignite blazes. Local officials are warning residents to move flooded EVs away from homes and garages. The incidents have raised fresh concerns about EV battery safety after coastal storms and tidal flooding hit the region.