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Charging and Grid
GM launches a 200kWh EV battery and V2H capabilities
The supersized Escalade IQ could chime with greater domestic power flexibility
Vehicle Sales
No EV demand worries – Rivian
The US EV pure play has no immediate worries on the size of its potential customer base, but it is also looking to expand it
Corporate Strategy
GM defiant on $1bn Cruise revenue
OEM’s autonomy subsidiary is not shy about its ambitions
Corporate Strategy
Proterra seeks Chapter 11 ‘reorganisation’
The commercial vehicle battery and e-bus manufacturer may end up as separate businesses
Battery and Components
ICL makes start on first US LFP materials project
Higher quality LFP batteries are making them suitable for a growing range of electric vehicles
Corporate Strategy
Rivian hails Enduro cost savings
The US EV pure play promises more to come from its in-house electric drive unit
Battery and Components
India gigafactory ambitions see green shoots
Recent announcements by some of the country’s largest e-mobility players are cause for optimism
Corporate Strategy
GM’s Brightdrop pushes into Mexico
GM-owned electric delivery vehicle start-up is aiming to expand rapidly across North America
Vehicle Sales
Lucid Motors tries to tackle conversion concerns
The firm continues to feel the heat over production outpacing sales
Corporate Strategy
Lack of EVs hurts Mazda in China
Despite a strong quarter globally, Mazda sold 17pc fewer vehicles in China in its first fiscal quarter
Battery and Components
Lucid Motors aims for more powertrain deals
The firm’s agreement with Aston Martin may be the first of many
Corporate Strategy
BMW retains China premium market confidence
The German OEM is putting similar faith in brand strength as peer Mercedes