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Briefly | 26 Sep 2025 It's EV News Briefly for Friday 26 September 2025, everything you need to know in less than 5 minutes if you haven't got time for the full show. Patreon supporters fund this show, get the episodes ad free, as soon as they're ready and are part of the EV News Daily Community. You can be like them by clicking here: https://www.patreon.com/EVNewsDaily VOLVO BZR COACH CHASSIS REVEALED WITH 720 KWH BATTERY https://www.electrive.com/2025/09/25/volvo-unveils-electric-coach-chassis-with-700-km-range/ MERCEDES‑BENZ VITORIA FACTORY BEGINS VLE PRE‑SERIES PRODUCTION https://media.mercedes-benz.com/article/ed72da54-3124-4bac-965d-cb93cb76563b NEW 24M ELECTRODE-TO-PACK TECH INCREASES BATTERY ENERGY DENSITY https://www.electrichybridvehicletechnology.com/news/new-battery-packaging-approach-could-extend-ev-range-by-50.html IRON-DOPED HALIDE HAILED FOR SOLID-STATE BATTERIES https://interestingengineering.com/energy/us-pure-lithium-recovery-batteries BP PULSE AND MOTO ROLLING OUT TRUCK CHARGING HUBS https://www.electrive.com/2025/09/24/bp-pulse-and-moto-to-roll-out-electric-truck-charging-on-uk-motorways/ UK EV DRIVERS MISSING £168.2M IN SAVINGS https://www.energylivenews.com/2025/09/24/ev-drivers-missing-out-on-168-million-by-not-switching-to-smart-tariffs/ OVO LAUNCHES CHARGE ANYTIME EV PLANS IN THE UK https://www.energylivenews.com/2025/09/25/ovo-launches-uks-first-ev-charging-subscription/ AUGUST 2025 SEES EUROPE EV REGISTRATION RISE 30.2% https://www.electrive.com/2025/09/25/european-ev-registrations-rise-by-30-per-cent/ MERCEDES TO BUY STAKE IN QIANLI https://motorillustrated.com/mercedes-benz-to-strengthen-geely-partnership-via-investment-in-autonomous-driving-company-qianli/163346/ MERCEDES C‑CLASS ELECTRIC PROTOTYPE SPOTTED https://insideevs.com/news/773307/mercedes-c-class-ev-eq-spy-shots/ SUNRUN AND BGE LAUNCH V2G PILOT PROGRAM https://www.solarpowerworldonline.com/2025/09/sunrun-deploys-1st-residential-vehicle-to-grid-plant-in-the-us/ VOLKSWAGEN JOINS IEA TASK 53 PROGRAM https://www.electrive.com/2025/09/25/volkswagen-joins-task-53-programme-for-bidirectional-charging/ AMPERÉ’S CLÉON PLANT REACHES ONE MILLION POWERTRAINS https://electriccarsreport.com/2025/09/amperes-cleon-plant-produces-its-1000000th-electric-motor/

China's electric vehicle price war represents the calculated culmination of a decade-long state industrial policy that has now reached its inevitable—and perhaps intended—climax. Since 2009, Beijing has channeled over $230 billion into EV incentives, subsidies, and industrial support, creating what appears to be overcapacity but was actually a deliberate strategy to forge global champions through domestic combat. The result is a market hosting over 130 brands competing in what Volkswagen's China chief describes as a sector that has "lost all reason". Today we’ll discuss: Chronic Overcapacity and Unsustainable Competition Deep Financial Stress Across the Industry Global Repercussions and Political Backlash A reminder our bonus shows are exclusively for our Patreon supporters. For the first 7 days, only Patreon insiders get early access, their name on the list of legends for Executive Producers and above, and the power to shape future shows. If being in the know and recognised as a supporter sounds like you, join us now at patreon.com/evnewsdaily and become part of something special.

Can you help me make more podcasts? Consider supporting me on Patreon as the service is 100% funded by you: https://EVne.ws/patreon You can read all the latest news on the blog here: https://EVne.ws/blog Subscribe for free and listen to the podcast on audio platforms: ➤ Apple: https://EVne.ws/apple ➤ YouTube Music: https://EVne.ws/youtubemusic ➤ Spotify: https://EVne.ws/spotify ➤ TuneIn: https://EVne.ws/tunein ➤ iHeart: https://EVne.ws/iheart TELO RAISES $20M FOR TINY PICKUP https://evne.ws/428aByR ELECTRIC AND GAS VEHICLES REACH TEMPORARY PRICE PARITY IN US https://evne.ws/46S3mxD ACURA ENDS ZDX ELECTRIC SUV PRODUCTION https://evne.ws/428apQ9 SILA OPENS SILICON ANODE PLANT IN WASHINGTON https://evne.ws/428apQ9 AUGUST 2025 SEES NEW EV SALES GROWTH IN EUROPE https://evne.ws/4gFAprX FORD RELEASES BLUECRUISE 1.4 FOR F-150 LIGHTNING https://evne.ws/3W7iVeG ELECTRIFY AMERICA PILOT SUPPORTS BOTH CCS1 AND NACS IN SAME STALL https://evne.ws/4gF2IHh KEMPOWER AND EO DEPLOY 342 BUS CHARGERS https://evne.ws/4gF2IHh NEW IRS CHANGES CREATE EV TAX-CREDIT UNCERTAINTY https://evne.ws/48updwj AUDI E-TRON BATTERIES PLAY ROLE IN NEW GUNDELSHEIM HYBRID ENERGY PARK https://evne.ws/3IcQh8U DATA BREACH EXPOSES EV CHARGING CUSTOMER DATA https://evne.ws/3KjHxhR EV CHARGING STUDY FINDS CHARGER UPTIME NOT REALISTICALLY TRACKED https://evne.ws/4gEZseI HYUNDAI MOBIS TO HIRE 450 FOR BATTERY FACTORY IN NAVARRA, SPAIN https://evne.ws/46ssvNW

TELO RAISES $20M FOR TINY PICKUP https://evne.ws/428aByR ELECTRIC AND GAS VEHICLES REACH TEMPORARY PRICE PARITY IN US https://evne.ws/46S3mxD ACURA ENDS ZDX ELECTRIC SUV PRODUCTION https://evne.ws/428apQ9 SILA OPENS SILICON ANODE PLANT IN WASHINGTON https://evne.ws/428apQ9 AUGUST 2025 SEES NEW EV SALES GROWTH IN EUROPE https://evne.ws/4gFAprX FORD RELEASES BLUECRUISE 1.4 FOR F-150 LIGHTNING https://evne.ws/3W7iVeG ELECTRIFY AMERICA PILOT SUPPORTS BOTH CCS1 AND NACS IN SAME STALL https://evne.ws/4gF2IHh KEMPOWER AND EO DEPLOY 342 BUS CHARGERS https://evne.ws/4gF2IHh NEW IRS CHANGES CREATE EV TAX-CREDIT UNCERTAINTY https://evne.ws/48updwj AUDI E-TRON BATTERIES PLAY ROLE IN NEW GUNDELSHEIM HYBRID ENERGY PARK https://evne.ws/3IcQh8U DATA BREACH EXPOSES EV CHARGING CUSTOMER DATA https://evne.ws/3KjHxhR EV CHARGING STUDY FINDS CHARGER UPTIME NOT REALISTICALLY TRACKED https://evne.ws/4gEZseI HYUNDAI MOBIS TO HIRE 450 FOR BATTERY FACTORY IN NAVARRA, SPAIN https://evne.ws/46ssvNW

Can you help me make more podcasts? Consider supporting me on Patreon as the service is 100% funded by you: https://EVne.ws/patreon You can read all the latest news on the blog here: https://EVne.ws/blog Subscribe for free and listen to the podcast on audio platforms: ➤ Apple: https://EVne.ws/apple ➤ YouTube Music: https://EVne.ws/youtubemusic ➤ Spotify: https://EVne.ws/spotify ➤ TuneIn: https://EVne.ws/tunein ➤ iHeart: https://EVne.ws/iheart CHERY RAISES HK$9.14 BILLION IN HK IPO https://evne.ws/46SSC26 CHINESE NEV MAKERS PLAN 80 KWH PHEV/EREV PACKS https://evne.ws/4gF7wwk LEAPMOTOR REACHES ONE MILLION VEHICLE MILESTONE https://evne.ws/4gF7wwk MERCEDES CLA LONG-WHEELBASE EV PRE-SALES https://evne.ws/4gF7wwk TESLA Q3 CHINA REGISTRATIONS AND DELIVERY OUTLOOK https://evne.ws/4gF7wwk XPENG DELIVERS 24,702 VEHICLES OVERSEAS https://evne.ws/4gF7wwk XPENG LAUNCHES SALES IN HUNGARY, CROATIA, SLOVENIA https://evne.ws/4nHs6ON LYNK & CO 08 EM-P REFRESH LAUNCHED https://evne.ws/46LX0zL V2G OPERATION OPTIMIZATION FOR PV EV STATIONS https://evne.ws/46LX0zL BYD "HAOHAN" 14.5 MWH BESS LAUNCH https://evne.ws/46LX0zL GOTION $5.6BN GIGAFACTORY IN MOROCCO https://evne.ws/46LX0zL

Welcome back to EV News Daily, welcome The Tech Sheet, the name we give to special bonus episodes which explain the tech behind EVs. Yesterday, in Part 1, we talked about: ➤ Electric Starter Innovation (1912) ➤ 6-Volt Era (1920s–1950s) ➤ Primitive Battery Tech ➤ Transition to 12 Volts (1953–1956) ➤ Efficiency of Higher Voltage ➤ Industry Standardization ➤ Failed 42-Volt Push (1990s–2000s) ➤ Dual Systems in EVs ➤ Critical Role of 12 Volts in EVs ➤ Manufacturing & Service Dependence ➤ Economic & Regulatory Inertia ➤ Tesla’s 48-Volt Revolution (2023, Cybertruck) A reminder our bonus shows are exclusively for our Patreon supporters. For the first 7 days, only Patreon insiders get early access, their name on the list of legends for Executive Producers and above, and the power to shape future shows. If being in the know and recognised as a supporter sounds like you, join us now at patreon.com/evnewsdaily and become part of something special.

Can you help me make more podcasts? Consider supporting me on Patreon as the service is 100% funded by you: https://EVne.ws/patreon You can read all the latest news on the blog here: https://EVne.ws/blog Subscribe for free and listen to the podcast on audio platforms: ➤ Apple: https://EVne.ws/apple ➤ YouTube Music: https://EVne.ws/youtubemusic ➤ Spotify: https://EVne.ws/spotify ➤ TuneIn: https://EVne.ws/tunein ➤ iHeart: https://EVne.ws/iheart “MAX SPEED” V4 SUPERCHARGER CONSTRUCTION BEGINS  https://evne.ws/3KiZop5 CANADIANS FAVOR CUTTING EV TARIFF FOR CHINESE CANOLA TARIFF RELIEF https://evne.ws/3IArxYa VOLVO EX90 GETS 800V AND NVIDIA ORIN UPGRADE FOR 2026 https://evne.ws/4pC4CfR CALIFORNIA OPPOSES EPA ROLLBACK, REVISES EV PLAN https://evne.ws/4pAHIoW AUSTRALIA FUNDS 10,000 PUBLIC EV CHARGERS https://evne.ws/4gEkWbU EXTENDING AUSTRALIA'S EV DISCOUNT COULD CUT EMISSIONS BY HALF https://evne.ws/4mwDZWY ORIGIN AND BYD LAUNCH V2G EV TRIAL IN AUSTRALIA https://evne.ws/4nK4WY7 PEUGEOT EQUIPS E-3008 AND E-5008 WITH V2L, BATTERY PREHEATING https://evne.ws/4gHHnwO TESLA CANADA OFFERS $5,000 OR LIFETIME SUPERCHARGING ON MODEL 3  https://evne.ws/48wzzvH ESKOM AND BYD SIGN MOC FOR EV COLLABORATION https://evne.ws/3KgnwIZ TOYOTA AUSTRALIA SAYS EVS TO STAY UNDER ONE-THIRD OF NEW SALES https://evne.ws/3Vt9ndT DODGE DAYTONA EV OWNER AND NOISE TICKET RECIPIENT SPEAKS OUT https://evne.ws/4mtODO0 EXXON SAYS ITS NEW GRAPHITE MOLECULE EXTENDS EV BATTERY LIFE https://evne.ws/3KB6HbG

Briefly | 24 Sep 2025 It's EV News Briefly for Wednesday 24 September 2025, everything you need to know in less than 5 minutes if you haven't got time for the full show. Patreon supporters fund this show, get the episodes ad free, as soon as they're ready and are part of the EV News Daily Community. You can be like them by clicking here: https://www.patreon.com/EVNewsDaily 'MAX SPEED' V4 SUPERCHARGER CONSTRUCTION BEGINS  https://evne.ws/3KiZop5 CANADIANS FAVOR CUTTING EV TARIFF FOR CHINESE CANOLA TARIFF RELIEF https://evne.ws/3IArxYa VOLVO EX90 GETS 800V AND NVIDIA ORIN UPGRADE FOR 2026 https://evne.ws/4pC4CfR CALIFORNIA OPPOSES EPA ROLLBACK, REVISES EV PLAN https://evne.ws/4pAHIoW AUSTRALIA FUNDS 10,000 PUBLIC EV CHARGERS https://evne.ws/4gEkWbU EXTENDING AUSTRALIA'S EV DISCOUNT COULD CUT EMISSIONS BY HALF https://evne.ws/4mwDZWY ORIGIN AND BYD LAUNCH V2G EV TRIAL IN AUSTRALIA https://evne.ws/4nK4WY7 PEUGEOT EQUIPS E-3008 AND E-5008 WITH V2L, BATTERY PREHEATING https://evne.ws/4gHHnwO TESLA CANADA OFFERS $5,000 OR LIFETIME SUPERCHARGING ON MODEL 3  https://evne.ws/48wzzvH ESKOM AND BYD SIGN MOC FOR EV COLLABORATION https://evne.ws/3KgnwIZ TOYOTA AUSTRALIA SAYS EVS TO STAY UNDER ONE-THIRD OF NEW SALES https://evne.ws/3Vt9ndT DODGE DAYTONA EV OWNER AND NOISE TICKET RECIPIENT SPEAKS OUT https://evne.ws/4mtODO0 EXXON SAYS ITS NEW GRAPHITE MOLECULE EXTENDS EV BATTERY LIFE https://evne.ws/3KB6HbG

Can you help me make more podcasts? Consider supporting me on Patreon as the service is 100% funded by you: https://EVne.ws/patreon You can read all the latest news on the blog here: https://EVne.ws/blog Subscribe for free and listen to the podcast on audio platforms: ➤ Apple: https://EVne.ws/apple ➤ YouTube Music: https://EVne.ws/youtubemusic ➤ Spotify: https://EVne.ws/spotify ➤ TuneIn: https://EVne.ws/tunein ➤ iHeart: https://EVne.ws/iheart CHINA NEV AND PASSENGER VEHICLE SALES UPDATE https://evne.ws/4gKtVII CHINA PROPOSES DOOR-HANDLE SAFETY STANDARD https://evne.ws/4nN3mVt AITO M7 LAUNCHED: SPECS, RANGE, PRICING https://evne.ws/3VB3T0C AITO M9 ADDS FOUR-SEAT BEV AND EREV https://evne.ws/4mDjrMp CHINESE PHEVS OUTSELL RENAULT AND AUDI IN AUGUST https://evne.ws/4pzHuyF FAW‑VOLKSWAGEN EXPORTS 554 VEHICLES TO MIDDLE EAST https://evne.ws/48xwFa2 HUAWEI-BACKED SAIC H5 SUV ORDERS https://evne.ws/4nLXLyw XIAOMI YU7 GT NÜRBURGRING PROTOTYPE SPOTTED https://evne.ws/47UzsKh FORD CONSOLIDATES CHINA SALES AND SERVICE https://evne.ws/4ncn1hA CHINA PROTOTYPE EJECTS EV BATTERY FROM VEHICLE https://evne.ws/42K9Iww

WHY DO CUTTING EDGE EVS STILL HAVE A 12 VOLT BATTERY? Welcome back to EV News Daily, welcome The Tech Sheet, the name we give to special bonus episodes which explain the tech behind EVs. Despite the advances in electric vehicle technology, from massive lithium-ion battery packs to sophisticated power management systems, virtually every modern electric vehicle still carries what appears to be an automotive relic: the humble 12-volt lead-acid battery. This seemingly anachronistic component, dating back to automotive conventions established in the 1950s, continues to play a critical role in even the most advanced electric vehicles. The persistence of 12V systems in cutting-edge EVs represents a fascinating intersection of legacy engineering, practical necessity, safety requirements, and economic considerations that have proven remarkably resistant to disruption. The recent introduction of Tesla's Cybertruck with its groundbreaking 48-volt electrical architecture has reignited industry discussions about whether the time has finally come to abandon the decades-old 12V standard. Tesla's decision to share its 48V implementation documentation with other automakers has created both opportunity and controversy, raising fundamental questions about the future of automotive electrical systems. Yet two years after the Cybertruck's launch, the industry has largely remained committed to traditional 12V architectures, revealing deep-seated challenges that extend far beyond simple technical preferences. A reminder our bonus shows are exclusively for our Patreon supporters. For the first 7 days, only Patreon insiders get early access, their name on the list of legends for Executive Producers and above, and the power to shape future shows. If being in the know and recognised as a supporter sounds like you, join us now at patreon.com/evnewsdaily and become part of something special. 6-Volt Era (1920s–1950s): Early cars used simple 6-volt systems for lighting, ignition, and basic accessories. Electric Starter Innovation (1912): Cadillac’s electric starter replaced hazardous hand cranking, creating the first real demand for onboard batteries. Primitive Battery Tech: Early lead-acid batteries were heavy, maintenance-intensive, but crucially rechargeable, forming the backbone of automotive electrification. Transition to 12 Volts (1953–1956): GM pioneered the switch to 12 volts to handle more powerful engines, advanced lighting, and growing accessory loads. Efficiency of Higher Voltage: Doubling voltage reduced current needs, allowing thinner wiring, cost savings in copper, and improved reliability. Industry Standardization: By 1956, nearly all US automakers adopted 12 volts, though some European brands (e.g., VW) stuck with 6 volts into the 1960s. Failed 42-Volt Push (1990s–2000s): Attempts to move to 42 volts collapsed due to entrenched 12-volt supply chains, high transition costs, and improvements in electronics that stretched 12-volt capacity. Dual Systems in EVs: Modern EVs use high-voltage packs (400–800V) for propulsion plus a separate 12-volt system for safe, standardized accessory power. Critical Role of 12 Volts in EVs: Powers ECUs, startup systems, safety features, and even contactors that enable the high-voltage battery—failure immobilizes the car. Manufacturing & Service Dependence: Wiring harness complexity, global supply chains, technician training, and standardized safety/service procedures all lock in 12-volt dominance. Economic & Regulatory Inertia: Supplier ecosystems, cost-benefit barriers, and established safety frameworks have long prevented alternative low-voltage standards from taking over. Tesla’s 48-Volt Revolution (2023, Cybertruck): First production vehicle to adopt full 48-volt architecture; reduces current loads, wiring weight, and improves efficiency but required custom components outside traditional supplier chains.