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Polestar delivers brand's first EVs not made in China

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Polestar delivers brand's first EVs not made in China

Polestar on Friday confirmed its first customer deliveries of U.S.-built electric vehicles.

Every Polestar model to date has been manufactured in China, but the 2025 Polestar 3 is assembled at a South Carolina plant shared with Volvo. Production started there in August following software-related delays.

First U.S. Polestar 3 deliveries

First U.S. Polestar 3 deliveries

The Polestar 3 is a platform-mate of the Volvo EX90, which is built at the same South Carolina plant. But where the Volvo offers three rows of seats, the Polestar sticks to two, with total seating for five, with a sportier character. It offers up to 315 miles of range from a 111-kwh battery pack, with a standard dual-motor all-wheel-drive powertrain rated at 489 hp and 620 lb-ft of torque, or 517 hp and 671 lb-ft in optional Performance Pack spec.

The Polestar 3 has a base price of $74,800 that’s under the $80,000 federal tax-credit cap for electric SUVs. But even with that, and U.S. assembly, it’s unlikely to qualify for a federal tax credit for the foreseeable future. In addition to more stringent sourcing requirements, new “foreign entity of concern” language disqualifies subsidiary companies if a “parent entity” in China, Russia, Iran, or North Korea holds more than 50% in the company.

First U.S. Polestar 3 deliveries

First U.S. Polestar 3 deliveries

Polestar has said it will pass on a $7,500 credit for leases, following the approach of other automakers in exploiting what’s being called the EV leasing loophole. This allows use of a provision intended for commercial vehicles by automakers with captive financing arms to claim a credit and pass the savings on to customers even if vehicles don’t otherwise qualify.

Building cars in the U.S. does at least avoid recently-hiked tariffs on Chinese EVs. In a more complex solution to the same problem, U.S.-market versions of the coupe-like Polestar 4 will be built at a Renault plant in South Korea. That’s scheduled to start in the second half of 2025.



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Ford pausing F-150 Lighting electric truck production for six weeks

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Ford pausing F-150 Lighting electric truck production for six weeks

Ford will pause production of its F-150 Lightning electric pickup truck from Nov. 18 to Jan. 6, reports Reuters.

“We continue to adjust production for an optimal mix of sales growth and profitability,” the automaker said in a statement to Reuters regarding the six-week production pause, which overlaps with a week in December when all Ford factories are closed for the holidays.

2022 Ford F-150 Lightning pre-production

2022 Ford F-150 Lightning pre-production

Ford said this month that U.S. EV sales for its namesake brand were up 45% this year, and that Lightning sales had more than doubled to 7,100 trucks in the three months ending Sept. 30, Reuters noted, adding that this means the Lightning makes up a tiny 3.6% of total F-150 sales.

The production pause comes after Ford in April cut production to just one shift. The automaker also slowed production in 2023 rather than further lowering prices as demand for pricier Lightning variants dried up. Ford initially promised that the Lightning would cost around $40,000 but, even with a few price cuts, prices remained much higher than that throughout 2023.

2022 Ford F-150 Lightning pre-production

2022 Ford F-150 Lightning pre-production

Prices continued to fluctuate into 2024, with Ford cutting the sticker price of certain versions by up to $5,500 this past April—the same month as the most recent production cut. Those changes only affected models in the middle of the lineup, with prices for both the base F-150 Lightning Pro Standard Range and the range-topping Platinum Extended Range unchanged.

Ford has been resetting its EV plans. In August, the automaker said it was nixing a three-row electric SUV, adding an electric midsize pickup, and pushing back the launch of the Lightning’s replacement from 2025 to 2027. More hybrids are also part of this plan, particularly in bigger segments where battery costs could make all-electric models less profitable.



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The Life Cycle Of An EV Battery: From Manufacturing To Recycling

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The Life Cycle Of An EV Battery: From Manufacturing To Recycling

As EVs continue to reshape the transportation industry, understanding the journey of an EV battery—from its creation to its eventual recycling—has never been more important.  
  
The life cycle of these batteries is a complex, multi-stage process, and every phase holds opportunities to reduce environmental impact, maximize efficiency, and extend the value of these essential components. EV Battery Solutions by Cox Automotive plays a vital role in this ecosystem, working to keep batteries in use for as long as possible and ensuring they are properly recycled when their useful life comes to an end. 

1. Manufacturing: The Birth of an EV Battery 

The life of an EV battery begins with the sourcing of raw materials such as lithium, nickel, cobalt, and graphite. These materials are extracted, refined, and used to produce battery cells, which are then assembled into modules and packs.  
  
This initial phase is energy-intensive and relies heavily on the availability of natural resources. Reducing the environmental footprint at this stage is crucial, and innovations in sustainable sourcing and production are helping to improve this process. 

2. Usage: Maximizing Performance and Longevity 

The performance of a battery is affected by factors such as charging habits, driving conditions, and the climate. Over time, even with the best maintenance, a battery’s capacity to hold a charge diminishes.  
  
EVBS offers diagnostic tools and repair services that help extend battery life. Through regular maintenance and intelligent monitoring, EVBS can help EV owners and fleet operators maintain optimal battery performance, delaying the need for costly replacements.  

3. End of Life: The Importance of Recycling 

Eventually, even the most well-maintained battery reaches the end of its operational life. This is where EV Battery Solutions’ recycling efforts come into play. Rather than allowing old batteries to become hazardous waste, EVBS helps ensure that valuable materials are recovered and repurposed. 
  
The EVBS recycling process is designed to minimize environmental harm by recovering critical elements like lithium, cobalt, and nickel. These materials are then reintegrated into the supply chain, reducing the need for new mining operations and cutting down on the carbon footprint associated with material extraction. By promoting a circular economy, EVBS contributes to reducing the overall environmental impact of electric vehicles. 
 
Transporting recovered recycling materials before they undergo shredding is the first step in producing Black Mass—critical for extracting valuable elements like lithium and nickel for reuse in new EV batteries. 

4. Environmental Benefits: A Sustainable Future 

One of the key outcomes of the recycling process is the recovery of valuable materials, such as lithium, cobalt, nickel, and manganese, that are essential for manufacturing new EV batteries. By recovering and reusing these materials through Black Mass processing, EVBS significantly reduces the need for additional mining of raw materials, which minimizes the environmental and social impact associated with resource extraction. 
  
Dry recycling efforts, used by EVBS, also help prevent harmful chemicals from leaking into the environment, lowering the carbon footprint of EVs even further. 

The author of this article, Bryce Cornet, is Senior Manager of EV Supply Chain Logistics at Spiers New Technologies Inc (SNT), a Cox Automotive Company.

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NIO’s EV sales top 20,000 for the sixth straight month as new low-cost SUV shows promise

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NIO’s EV sales top 20,000 for the sixth straight month as new low-cost SUV shows promise

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With its new electric SUV rolling out, NIO’s (NIO) sales topped the 20,000 mark again in Oct, its sixth straight month hitting the milestone.

NIO sold 20,976 vehicles last month, up 30.5% from October 2023. The NIO brand sold 16,657 vehicles, while its new “family-oriented smart vehicle brand,” Onvo, contributed 4,319 in its first full sales month.

After launching its new mid-size Onvo L60 electric SUV in September, NIO said production and deliveries are steadily ramping up.

At the end of October, NIO’s Onvo had 166 Centers and Spaces throughout 60 cities. Onvo plans to continue expanding its network to drive future growth.

NIO’s new electric SUV starts at around $21,200 (149,900) and is a direct rival to Tesla’s Model Y. The base $21K model is if you rent the battery. Even with the battery included, Onvo L60 prices still start at under $30,000 (206,900 yuan), with a CLTC range of up to 341 miles (555 km). That’s still less than the Model Y.

Tesla’s Model Y RWD starts at around $35,000 (249,900 yuan) with 344 mi (554 km) CLTC range in China.

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Onvo L60 electric SUV models (Source: NIO Onvo)

NIO’s new Onvo brand drives higher Oct sales

NIO has often compared its new electric SUV to the Model Y, claiming it’s superior in many ways. The L60 has better consumption at 12.1 kWh/100km compared to the Model Y at 12.5 kWh/100km).

With a longer wheelbase (2,950 mm vs 2,890 mm), NIO’s electric SUV also provides slightly more interior space.

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NIO Onvo L60 electric SUV (Source: Onvo)

Despite the L60’s success so far, NIO believes its second Onvo model will be an even bigger hit. It could be a potential game-changer.

“If you think the L60 is good, then this new model is a much more competitive product,” NIO’s CEO William Li told CnEVPost after launching the L60. Onvo will launch a new EV every year. Following the L60, Onvo will launch a new mid-to-large-size electric SUV next year.

NIO’s leader claims the new model will be revolutionary. According to Li, it will offer even more surprises than the L60. Deliveries are planned to begin in Q3 2025.

NIO Onvo L60 vs Tesla Model Y trimsRange
(CLTC)		Starting Price
NIO Onvo L60 (Battery rental)555 km (341 mi)
730 km (454 mi)		149,900 yuan ($21,200)
NIO Onvo L60 (60 kWh)555 km (341 mi)206,900 yuan ($29,300)
NIO Onvo L60 (85 kWh)730 km (454 mi)235,900 yuan ($33,400)
NIO Onvo L60 (150 kWh)+1,000 km (+621 mi)TBD
Tesla Model Y RWD554 km (344 mi)249,900 yuan ($34,600)
Tesla Model Y AWD Long Range688 km (427 mi)290,900 yuan ($40,300)
Tesla Model Y AWD Performance615 km (382 mi)354,900 yuan ($49,100)
NIO Onvo L60 compared to Tesla Model Y prices and range in China

Local reports suggest a six-or seven-seat electric SUV could hit the market even sooner. With rumors of a launch around Q1 2025, deliveries could happen as soon as May 2025.

According to sources close to the matter, the L60 is just a “stepping stone” with even more exciting EVs on the way. The source claimed the new six-seat option will start at around $42,100 (300,000 yuan).

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Video: Parker’s new Global Vehicle Inverter is designed for heavy-duty EV scalability

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Video: Parker’s new Global Vehicle Inverter is designed for heavy-duty EV scalability

In a recent interview with Charged, Jonah Leason, the Electrification Product Manager at Parker Hannifin, described the strategy behind the design of its next-generation Global Vehicle Inverter (GVI).

The new GVI is designed to support the electrification needs of heavy-duty vehicles by integrating seamlessly with Parker’s Global Vehicle Motors (GVMs). This inverter model is built with adaptability in mind, providing manufacturers with a solution that addresses essential needs like safety, scalability, and ease of integration across a variety of vehicle types.

Available in three power levels—75 kW, 125 kW, and 250 kW—the GVI supports a range of vehicle sizes, from mid-sized loaders to large excavators, allowing manufacturers to scale production efficiently.

Safety features are central to the design of the Generation 2 GVI. With compliance to ISO 13849 and ISO 26262 standards, the inverter includes high-voltage interlock loops, active and passive discharge options, and several functional safety measures. These features are intended to meet the high-voltage safety demands of electric heavy-duty vehicles, addressing common challenges for manufacturers transitioning to electrified powertrains. By focusing on robust safety measures, Parker supports a practical approach for companies stepping into high-voltage electrification.

The GVI also simplifies integration, pairing smoothly with Parker’s GVM motors and working well with other Parker products, such as control units and sensors. This compatibility minimizes engineering efforts and provides a more streamlined development process, particularly useful for proof-of-concept vehicles. For manufacturers looking to scale from prototypes to larger production runs, Parker’s GVI offers a balanced solution that supports scalability, safety, and straightforward integration into the electrification of heavy-duty equipment.

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Five smart policies can turbocharge clean US manufacturing

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Chart: Steelmaking is starting to go electric

After decades of stagnation, the U.S. is beginning to see new growth in domestic manufacturing, driven by investments in breakthrough industrial technologies in the Inflation Reduction Act and the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. These two ambitious pieces of legislation — aiming to help companies cut their pollution, boost their competitiveness, and create jobs — are already paying dividends. But these investments are only a small down payment on the economic, security, and environmental benefits the U.S. could achieve by accelerating the transition to clean and competitive industry.

Industrial firms produce all the products and materials we rely on daily — the vehicles we drive, the concrete and steel that hold up our bridges and buildings, and even the food we eat. In doing so, they emit one out of every four tons of the climate pollution fueling storms, wildfires, and other dangerous effects of climate change. At the same time, global demand for industrial products is increasing, even as we seek to secure domestic supply chains for critical materials and shore up our energy infrastructure. To overcome these interconnected challenges, the U.S needs to pursue five smart policies to drive investments in industrial innovation:

First, Congress should enact a tax credit to reward the production of clean industrial heat. Eighty-five percent of the fossil fuels burned by industry produce heat for processes such as melting metals, molding plastics, and cooking food. A clean heat production tax credit would give a tax break to manufacturers that switch to non-polluting energy sources. This would mirror existing tax credits for clean electricity and clean hydrogen, filling a major gap in federal support for industrial innovation while accelerating the commercialization and scale-up of technologies like high-temperature heat pumps and electric boilers.

Second, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and state public utility commissions should reform electricity markets to value highly flexible energy-storage technologies. As industries replace fossil fuels with clean alternatives, they will demand more electricity. Fortunately, much of that electricity can be supplied by making better use of the spare capacity of existing power plants and transmission lines. As the grid adds more renewable energy to meet the U.S.’s clean electricity targets, there will be regular windy and sunny periods with an oversupply of electricity, which can be put to productive use powering the local economy. For instance, a factory with thermal batteries can purchase electricity when it is abundant and inexpensive, convert that electricity to heat, and store the heat until it is needed. Strategic use of low-cost electricity could save money for industry and help electric utilities balance the grid while lowering costs for all customers.

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A wind farm in Texas will help power Rivian’s Adventure Network

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A wind farm in Texas will help power Rivian’s Adventure Network

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Rivian will power its DC fast-charging network with renewable energy company RWE’s Champion Wind farm in Texas.

The two companies just signed a 15-year power purchase agreement (PPA) for electricity from RWE’s repowered Champion Wind in Nolan and Mitchell counties, west of Abilene.

The 127-megawatt (MW) Champion Wind is getting new turbine nacelles and blades, which will extend the wind farm’s lifespan. Originally commissioned in 2008, the wind farm is expected to be fully upgraded by mid-2025. When the wind farm is back online, it’ll be capable of generating enough electricity to power nearly 1 billion miles of renewable driving every year for Rivian, or the equivalent of powering 36,000 homes annually in Texas.

This wind power is set to support Rivian’s DC fast-charging Adventure Network with renewable energy. Rivian has set a specific goal to enable 7 billion miles of renewable driving.

Paul Frey, Rivian’s VP of propulsion, charging & adventure products, said, “Champion Wind is a powerful enabler for Rivian drivers to become active participants in building a cleaner grid every time they charge their vehicle. This project shows the potential to meaningfully decarbonize the grid and support a more circular economy through reuse and recovery of existing infrastructure, all while maintaining highly competitive economics.”

Siemens Gamesa is supplying 41 turbines with new nacelles and blades on existing towers. The nacelles and blades are being manufactured in the US. In addition, as part of the repowering project, six new Siemens Gamesa turbines rated at 3.1 MW each will also be added to the wind farm.

The decommissioned wind turbine blades from Champion will be repurposed. RWE is working with REGEN Fiber, an Iowa-based company that recycles wind turbine blades to make reinforcement fibers for the construction industry. Those fibers are then used in concrete to add strength and durability, extending the lifespan of infrastructure.

RWE is the third-largest renewable energy company in the US.

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Video: Cutting-edge conveyor systems for battery manufacturing

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Video: Cutting-edge conveyor systems for battery manufacturing

At this year’s Battery Show, Dorner and Garvey Corporation showcased the future of material handling solutions for EV and battery manufacturers. Dave Giffels, Dorner’s Business Development Manager, and Jacob Garvey from Garvey Corporation shared innovative systems poised to boost efficiency and productivity in the growing EV industry. These advanced conveyor and accumulation systems are designed to meet the specific challenges of modern battery and EV system production.

Dorner, under the Columbus McKinnon umbrella, showed us a range of products, including its standout DualMove Pallet System and Edge Roller Technology. These systems provide energy-efficient, cost-effective solutions for transporting materials throughout the manufacturing process. With customizable features like zoned stopping and precision positioning, they are perfect for battery manufacturers seeking to streamline their production lines.

A key highlight of Dorner’s offerings is Columbus McKinnon’s recent acquisition of montratec, a company specializing in fully autonomous shuttle-based transport systems. This advanced technology reduces the need for pneumatic stops, optimizes energy usage, and enhances safety with sensor-driven operations.

Meanwhile, Garvey Corporation’s Infinity accumulation system was designed to keep EV battery production moving without interruptions. By allowing products to flow continuously, this system has helped manufacturers increase efficiency by as much as 30%. Together, Dorner and Garvey are setting a new standard for how material handling can drive productivity and innovation in the electric vehicle space.

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Solar is helping schools save big. Your district could be next.

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Canary Media’s Electrified Life column shares real-world tales, tips, and insights to demystify what individuals can do to shift their homes and lives to clean electric power. 

More than a decade ago, Denver Public Schools decided that it was time to go solar. There was just one problem: The district didn’t have the cash.

Buying solar arrays outright can cost schools upward of hundreds of thousands of dollars, a steep price most can’t afford. ​“At the time, we just didn’t have as much capital to put upfront for rooftop solar,” said LeeAnn Kittle, executive director of sustainability at Denver Public Schools.

So the district opted to use a power purchase agreement (PPA), a financing tool that can help schools adopt solar with no upfront costs. Rather than directly owning their panels, schools can find a solar developer or other third party to fund, install, and maintain them. In exchange, the school pays the developer a fixed price for the power produced by the system — often at a lower rate than what’s offered by the local utility. 

With a PPA, schools can see ​“immediate savings from day one,” said Tish Tablan, program director at the clean energy advocacy group Generation180.

So far, this model has enabled thousands of schools to access cheap, clean power. More than 80 percent of solar capacity installed at nearly 9,000 K-12 schools nationwide has been financed by PPAs and other third-party ownership models, according to Generation180, and many are seeing impressive savings.

For its part, Denver Public Schools has installed 8.8 megawatts of solar power across 47 different sites since 2010, using PPAs to finance 3.7 megawatts (the rest is funded through energy performance contracting, a Colorado program to promote renewable energy at public institutions). Solar now produces 9.5 percent of the school system’s electricity, and saves the district 7 percent annually on energy costs, said Kittle.

Elsewhere, PPAs have helped schools meet virtually all their power needs with solar: Wayne County, West Virginia, expects to cover 99 percent of its electricity demand by next year with a solar PPA and to trim its utility bills by 10 to 20 percent. School districts in other states, including California, Pennsylvania, and Virginia, expect to save tens of millions of dollars over the next few decades. These lower energy bills have helped schools redirect money toward chronic budget deficits, teacher salaries, and even clean energy job-training programs.

But PPAs and other forms of third-party solar ownership are legal in only 29 states and Washington, D.C., owing to a mix of utility pushback and state policy stagnation. For schools that can’t tap the sun this way, there are other ways to bring down the cost of buying solar, from federal tax credits to state grant programs.

Whether you’re a teacher, parent, or student, anyone interested in nudging their local schools to go solar can help kick things off, Tablan stressed. 

“A solar champion can really come from anywhere,” Tablan said. 

Here are three steps you can take to advocate for solar in your local school district.

1. Start the conversation 

The first step, Tablan advised, is to get solar on the agenda: Start talking about it with community members and school leaders, and see if going solar is possible. 



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Aptera finally built a production-intent working 3-wheel EV

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Aptera finally built a production-intent working 3-wheel EV

Aptera on Wednesday announced that it had completed a working production-intent version of its high-efficiency, three-wheel solar EV.

This vehicle, the first in a series, is the first to combine a production-spec powertrain and carbon-fiber body with Aptera’s in-house designed software and battery pack, according to a company press release.

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Solar hardware, a production-intent thermal management system, and complete exterior surfaces will be added as part of the next phase of testing, according to Aptera. Vehicles will then undergo high-speed track testing to validate performance and efficiency characteristics, according to the company.

The production-intent process takes Aptera a step closer to an actual salable vehicle, for which the company claims to have more than 50,000 reservations. A $33,200 Launch Edition was revealed in January 2023 with a 4.0-second 0-60 mph acceleration time, a 42-kwh battery pack that would provide a range of up to 400 miles, and a solar power system that can provide 700 watts of continuous power good for 40 miles of range per day, the company has said.

Aptera has in the past discussed other versions with as much as 1,000 miles of range once power from the solar array is factored in, and 0-60 mph times as low as 3.5 seconds. The company also announced its use of the Tesla North American Charging Standard (NACS) port well ahead of the mass migration by U.S.-market EV brands last year. In recent months it’s also hinted that some design changes are coming to the three-wheeler for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Aptera earlier this year completed a crowdfunding program and moved on to seeking private capital on its way toward volume production. Over three years, Aptera raised more than $100 million from more than 17,000 investors across all phases of crowdfunding. The company said in May that, pending the necessary funding, it hoped to bring the three-wheeler to market “at scale” in 2025.

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