A Mercedes EQS with solid-state batteries drove 750 miles and still had range to spare
Mercedes-Benz is calling the new battery tech “a true gamechanger” after hitting a new benchmark. A Mercedes EQS, powered by solid-state batteries, traveled 750 miles without stopping, and it still had some energy left to spare.
Dahon marks huge IPO as investors jump for leading folding bike maker
DAHON, a leading global folding bike manufacturer, is entering a new chapter, this time with a public market twist. The company’s tech subsidiary, DAHON TECH, officially listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange today, marking a major milestone for the 40-year-old folding bike pioneer.
Tesla gives up on Cybertruck wireless charging
Tesla has given up on bringing wireless charging to the Cybertruck, according to the its lead engineer.
He claimed that they figured out it didn’t make sense on a efficiency basis, but there might be more to the story.
Tesla unveils Megablock and Megapack 3: more power and energy deployed faster
Tesla has unveiled two new energy storage products: Megapack 3, the latest generation of its utility-scale energy storage system, and Megablock, which integrates Megapack 3 with transformers and switchgear.
China’s wind + solar revolution is shaking up the global energy game
China’s clean energy surge is starting to transform the world’s energy systems, according to Ember’s “China Energy Transition Review 2025.” The report shows that China’s massive investments in solar, wind, storage, and electrification are cutting fossil fuel use at home while sending clean tech around the globe.
Tesla market share drops, Mercedes, BMW, and VW drop all-new EVs
On today’s episode of Quick Charge, the Germans are rolling out a raft of great-looking new EVs with great range, fast charging, and competitive price tags. Meanwhile, Tesla’s US market share has sunk to near record lows. As punishment, Elon’s getting a trillion-dollar raise.
Tesla is expected to unveil next-gen Megapack today as competition intensifies
Today, Tesla is expected to unveil a next-generation Megapack in the margins of RE+, the largest clean energy event in North America.
It comes as competition intensifies and Tesla’s own battery suppliers for the Megapack are launching competing products.
Mercedes-Benz + Alpitronic to roll out 600 kW fast charging in 2026
Mercedes-Benz is expanding its DC fast-charging network with Alpitronic’s high-power technology. Starting in 2026, the automaker will roll out Alpitronic’s new HYC1000 fast charging system at its stations in Europe and North America, capable of delivering up to 600 kW at each charging point – or 200 miles in 10 minutes.