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Ford Says 2021 Mustang Mach-E Batteries Have Retained 92% of Usable Capacity After Five Years

Ford says the batteries in its 2021 Mustang Mach-E electric SUVs have retained an average of 92% of their usable capacity after more than five years on the road. The company based that result on battery state-of-health data, current as of August 2026, covering about 36,000 model-year 2021 Mach-E vehicles sold to retail and fleet customers in the United States and Canada.

BYD Tang EV Arrives at Chinese Dealers With 691 HP and New Electric Platform

BYD’s third-generation Tang EV is now showing up at Chinese dealerships, with its public debut expected at the Guangzhou Auto Show in November. Built on a dedicated EV platform for the first time, the redesigned SUV gets five seats, dual-chamber air suspension, a roof-mounted LiDAR sensor and an all-wheel-drive version producing 515 kW (691 hp).

GM Requires Second Battery Replacement for Some Chevy EVs and BrightDrop Vans

General Motors is requiring a second high-voltage battery replacement for a small number of Chevrolet electric vehicles and BrightDrop commercial vans after replacement battery packs were found to contain modules that should not have been reused. A new Customer Satisfaction Program, issued on October 26, covers 66 vehicles across the United States, including select Equinox EV, Blazer EV, Silverado EV and BrightDrop models.

Tesla Roadster Targets 10-Minute Charging With New High-Power Battery

Tesla says its next-generation Roadster will charge from 15% to 85% in about 10 minutes, using a high-voltage battery pack designed to prioritize power delivery and rapid charging. The electric supercar will use Tesla-developed 4680 cylindrical cells with a custom nickel-based lithium-ion chemistry, although the company has yet to disclose the pack’s capacity or confirm its peak charging rate. Tesla vice president of engineering Lars Moravy described the Roadster’s battery as the culmination of more than two decades of the company’s electric vehicle development.

2019 Chevy Bolt EV Gets New Battery After 470,000 Miles for Under $3,000

In a new Out of Spec Renew video, the presenter documents the installation, software programming and estimated repair costs, showing how a used battery sourced from another Bolt can extend the life of a high-mileage electric vehicle.

14 Rivian R2s Grounded Over High-Voltage Battery Fastener Checks

Rivian confirmed the number of affected vehicles in a September 28 update, while service-side information indicates the inspections are focused on how battery packs were assembled.

GM Recalls Silverado EV and Sierra EV Models Over Battery Fire Risk

The campaign also includes select 2026 Cadillac Escalade IQ and Escalade IQL models that use the same battery design.

Cadillac Recalls 2026 Escalade IQ Models Over High-Voltage Battery Defect

The recall also includes select 2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV and GMC Sierra EV models equipped with the same battery design, though only a handful of Escalade IQ vehicles are affected.

NHTSA Closes Tesla Power Steering Investigation After Recall

The probe examined reports of increased steering effort and potential loss of power steering assistance in 2023 model year vehicles.

Volvo EX30 Recall Expands to China as Battery Safety Concerns Persist

The recall, which affects vehicles produced between April and December 2024, follows a larger global recall announced earlier this year and highlights the continued challenges facing Volvo’s entry-level EV.

Nissan Updates Ariya With Smarter Charging and New Design

The refreshed EV receives exterior styling revisions, upgraded cabin features, and new charging technologies aimed at improving daily usability.

Geely Recalls Polestar 4 EVs in China Over Battery Safety Risk

The recall affects vehicles equipped with 86 kWh battery packs produced between November 2023 and May 2024, with replacements set to begin May 16.

Xiaomi Delivers 5,000 Next-Gen SU7 Sedans in First Week After Launch

The rapid rollout highlights the company’s growing execution in the EV space as it pushes toward ambitious volume targets.

Polestar 2 and 3 Batteries Now Use 50% Recycled Cobalt

The company confirmed that both the Polestar 2 and Polestar 3 now feature batteries containing at least 50% recycled cobalt, marking a key step in its push toward circular manufacturing.

Lucid Launches Hybrid Retail Model in Europe With First Dealer Partner

The update was shared in a press release from Lucid, highlighting a shift toward a hybrid retail approach aimed at accelerating expansion in key European markets.

Rivian Drops R1S and R1T Base Trims After LFP Battery Calibration Issues

The decision removes the most affordable variants of the R1 lineup and raises the starting price of both vehicles, while also potentially creating space in the lineup for the upcoming R2.

Volvo Recalls 40,000 EX30 SUVs Over Battery Fire Risk

The recall covers EX30 Single-Motor Extended Range and Twin-Motor Performance variants equipped with specific high-voltage cells.

Ford Details Universal EV Platform for 2027 Pickup

The new truck will ride on Ford’s next-generation Universal EV Platform and feature the company’s first 48-volt low-voltage system, developed in-house following Ford’s 2023 acquisition of Auto Motive Power.

Do Electric Cars Need a Car Inspection? EV Rules for 2026-2027

Most EVs skip emissions tests but still need a yearly safety inspection in Pennsylvania, New York and North Carolina. See state rules, costs and why EVs fail on tires and brakes.

2027 Chevy Bolt Adds Major Fast-Charging Upgrade

The update signals progress toward series production of the automaker’s next-generation, lower-priced electric vehicle.