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General Motors’ Super Cruise system has surpassed 500,000 active users and achieved over 700 million hands-free miles with no reported crashes. The Level 2 system is now one of the safest and fastest-growing semi-autonomous driving features in North America.

In Q3, Tesla added 1,820 new Supercharger ports, outpacing the next nine networks combined and solidifying its dominance in U.S. fast charging. Despite Trump-era clean energy rollbacks, nationwide charger growth remains steady, led by Tesla’s massive Supercharger network.

The all-new BMW iX3 is off to a strong start, with over 3,000 orders in six weeks. Built on BMW’s Neue Klasse platform, it boasts a 500-mile range, dual-motor powertrain, and premium interior. Deliveries begin in 2026, marking BMW’s bold next step in electrification.

GM is developing a family of affordable EVs priced around $30,000, expanding beyond the Chevy Bolt. The lineup will use new battery tech like LFP and LMR to cut costs while targeting compact crossovers and other underserved EV segments.

Electrify America now displays real-time EV charger availability on Google Maps, eliminating the need for app-switching. Drivers can view connector types, speeds, and open stalls instantly, while expanded Plug & Charge support simplifies the charging experience even further.

Cable theft has become a costly issue for EV charging operators worldwide. UK-based InstaVolt is leading the fight by embedding GPS trackers and using cut-resistant, dye-marked cables to deter thieves. The move could set a new global standard for EV charger security.

A 2025 survey shows growing U.S. openness toward Chinese automakers. Over half of respondents would consider buying a Chinese EV, while concerns about security and data privacy continue to decline, driven by increased media coverage and brand visibility.

ChargePoint plans to introduce 600 kW EV chargers in the U.S. next year, enabling 10-minute charging speeds. But with no EVs currently supporting that power level, the technology may be more about future-proofing than practical benefit today.

GM achieved record EV sales in 2025, yet announced a $1.6B loss after federal policy reversals ended key tax credits. As the automaker cuts EV production and faces new tariffs, it’s learning the high cost of rapid shifts in U.S. energy policy.