Focus on Transport
US awards $521 million in grants to boost EV charging network
Biden administration hopes to give US EV charging network a boost with 9,200 more ports across 41 projects.
China’s Xpeng prices its first budget EV from $16,813
In the crowded Chinese market, the XPeng MONA M03 electric hatchback coupe hopes to lure in drivers with low prices.
China accuses Canada of protectionism over tariffs on EVs
Chinese Commerce Ministry criticises Canadian tariffs on EVs and urges government to "correct its wrong practices" over the move.
China’s BYD to use Huawei’s self-driving system in off-road EVs
Upscale Fangchengbao brand from BYD to use self-driving tech developed by Huawei as Chinese manufacturers band together in face of tough pressures.
Tesla can challenge Louisiana direct sales ban: US court
A federal appeals court revived Tesla's lawsuit against Louisiana's ban on direct vehicle sales, reversing parts of the lower court's dismissal.
US agency to reexamine permit for Hyundai’s $7.6 billion electric vehicle plant in Georgia
The Army Corps of Engineers will reassess Hyundai's Georgia EV plant permit after concerns about its impact on local water supplies.
Canada to impose 100% tariff on Chinese EVs, including Teslas
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said on Monday that Canada will impose a 100% tariff on the import of Chinese electric vehicles
World’s first ammonia-fuelled PSV ship to operate in 2026, says Wartsila
Engine manufacturer Wartsila has signed a contract with Norwegian shipowner Eidesvik to make world's first ammonia-fuelled ship
China’s Didi in talks to sell smart auto assets to state-backed NavInfo’s unit, say sources
China's Didi Global in talks to sell its smart driving and cockpit assets to state-backed firm NavInfo amid highly competitive EV market
South Korea to advance EV battery certification scheme after fires
South Korea's government have agreed to move up an EV battery certification programme, after a series of fires involving EVs
