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General Motors is temporarily suspending production of its GMC Hummer EV and Cadillac Escalade IQ at Factory Zero until October 6. The pause affects 160 workers and follows earlier layoffs due to slowing EV demand. Despite strong performance, heavy and expensive EVs are losing ground to more affordable options like the Chevrolet Equinox EV and Blazer EV.

Rivian has expanded its fast-charging network to 122 stations across the U.S., with over 75% now open to all EVs. The company is transitioning to NACS connectors, adding Google Maps integration, and ensuring renewable energy use. These updates position Rivian as a key player in the public EV charging sector, competing with Tesla and Electrify America.

ChargePoint, in partnership with Eaton, is launching Express Grid, a DC microgrid charging system that eliminates AC-DC conversion losses, reduces costs, and saves space. The technology integrates solar, storage, and grid power for flexible, resilient EV charging. Deliveries are expected in the second half of 2026, potentially reshaping how fleets and hubs operate.

Tesla’s grip on Europe is slipping fast. From January to July 2025, its sales plunged 43.5%, while BYD soared 251% to over 58,000 units. EV adoption in the EU hit 15.6% of the market, but Tesla struggles with an aging lineup, rising rivals, and political backlash.

The 2025 Volvo XC70 PHEV combines long-range efficiency with modern EV features. With up to 124 miles of electric range, 23-minute DC fast charging, and bidirectional V2L capability, it offers a practical bridge between fuel and electric driving, designed to meet global demand.

Porsche is finalizing its first electric Cayenne, built on the 800V Premium Platform Electric. Equipped with a 108 kWh battery, it delivers over 373 miles of range and charges from 10–80% in just 16 minutes at up to 400 kW. Three dual-motor AWD trims—400 hp, 600 hp, and 805 hp—combine SUV utility with Porsche’s hallmark performance. Deliveries start next year, alongside updated gas-powered models.

The Trump Administration’s trade policies are creating turbulence in the global auto market, but talks with the EU hint at a game-changing shift—aligning vehicle standards. If realized, this could unlock smaller, affordable European EVs for U.S. buyers, widening consumer choice despite regulatory and political roadblocks.

Changan has unveiled a new EV capable of traveling 930 miles on a single charge, enabled by a 400 Wh/kg solid-state battery — more than twice the energy density of traditional lithium-ion cells. Safety, weight reduction, and fast charging are major benefits. With prototypes due by 2025 and mass production starting 2027, this breakthrough could reshape global EV competition and challenge Tesla’s dominance.

Hyundai and Kia have sold over 1.5M eco-friendly cars in the US, with EVs and hybrids driving record growth. Strong sales of the Tucson Hybrid, IONIQ 5, and Niro Hybrid, plus new Georgia-made models, are set to fuel even faster expansion.