The car that changes the game – meet the new, all-electric Volvo EX60

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The car that changes the game – meet the new, all-electric Volvo EX60 Say hello to the Volvo EX60 – a new, all-electric mid-size SUV that changes the game in the largest electric market segment in terms of range, charging speed, performance and price. The five-seater, family-friendly EX60 ends range anxiety, delivers a ground breaking user experience and represents the next frontier in safety. It is also Volvo Cars’ first entry in the largest electric segment globally, allowing it to substantially increase its addressable market and electric market share. “The new, all-electric EX60 changes the game in terms of range, charging and price and represents a new beginning for Volvo Cars and our customers,” says Håkan Samuelsson, CEO of Volvo Cars. “With this car, we remove all remaining obstacles for going electric. This fantastic new car is also a testament of what we are capable of at Volvo Cars, with an all-new product architecture introducing new key technologies – mega casting, cell-to-body and core computing.” The EX60 can go up to a best-in-class 810 kilometres on a single charge in an all-wheel drive configuration. This doesn’t just make it go further than any electric car that Volvo Cars has ever created. It also beats its recently revealed competitors, setting a new standard for its segment. That same no-compromises approach is reflected in how fast it charges. A quick coffee stop is enough to recharge and hit the road again. The EX60 can add up to 340km of range in just ten minutes when using a 400kW fast charger. In other words, the EX60 turns range anxiety into range comfort and demonstrates that going electric is no longer a compromise. Design, engineering, hardware and software all work together to create a car that optimises driving range and matches many petrol cars. When ordering, the new customer experience has been designed for simplicity, transparency and precision. The offer gives customers transparency on price, clarity on what content they get in the car, and a precise estimated delivery time. Customers can also pick a pre-configured car available for instant delivery, always with the option for a fully customised car that takes slightly longer to deliver. The EX60 is available with three different powertrain variants. The P12 AWD Electric variant offers the class-leading range of up to 810km, while the P10 AWD Electric clocks in at a range of up to 660km. A rear-wheel powered P6 Electric variant delivers up to 620km of range. All in all, the EX60 is available in seven attractive variants, covering all needs and lifestyles.  The EX60 comes with 10 years of battery warranty. In Sweden, the EX60 will also come with three years of free home charging. This offer applies immediately to private customers in Sweden before being rolled out into other markets. The EX60 is built on SPA3, Volvo Cars’ new electric vehicle architecture, and powered by HuginCore, the Volvo Cars core system. It sets new standards in scalability, modularity, manufacturing efficiencies and cost. Cell-to-body technology, next-generation in-house developed e-motors, a new battery cell design and mega casting all help to boost energy efficiency and driving range, while reducing weight. This also helps the EX60 to achieve the lowest carbon footprint for a fully electric Volvo car, matching that of the smaller EX30 and making the EX60 a better choice for the environment. Scandinavian design with purpose In terms of design, the EX60 takes the company’s Scandinavian design principles further into an all-electric era. It combines a stylish, confident and efficient exterior with natural, high-end materials inside that give customers a calm, refined and versatile space with smart storage. A low front, a sloping roofline and tapered body sides all boost overall aerodynamic efficiency. As a result, the EX60 slides through the air and has a very competitive drag coefficient of 0.26, contributing to the class-leading range. Inside, the EX60 is a star in versatility and practicality. The long wheelbase and flat floor create much more legroom in the rear, as well as a large luggage compartment and various smart storage spaces for personal items. For those who love music, the EX60 is an excellent choice with a premium 28-speaker Bowers & Wilkins audio system. For the first time in a Volvo car, this system also includes headrest speakers in all four main seats. The EX60 will be the first Volvo with Apple Music pre-installed with Dolby Atmos, delivering an immersive Spatial Audio experience. An intelligent car you can talk to naturallyAs Volvo Cars’ most intelligent car yet, the EX60 is packed with state-of-the-art technology designed to improve life behind the wheel. The EX60 is powered by the latest iteration of HuginCore, the Volvo Cars core system that empowers the car to think, process and act. It embodies the company’s approach to technology development, combining in-house development and collaboration with tech leaders such as Google, NVIDIA and Qualcomm Technologies Inc. The EX60 is the first Volvo car to launch with Gemini, the new AI assistant from Google. Gemini is deeply integrated with your car and lets you have natural and personalised conversations without having to remember specific commands. The introduction of Gemini reflects the longstanding relationship between Volvo Cars and Google, and Volvo Cars’ status as a lead development partner and one of the reference hardware platforms for AndroidTM Automotive OS. The EX60 also contains the most responsive user experience in any Volvo car to date. In this seamless and no-lag infotainment system, screens respond quickly, maps load instantly, voice assistants understand passengers better, and everything feels smooth, while the UX provides quicker access to key functions. One of the safest cars on the marketThis being a Volvo, it is one of the safest cars on the market and represents the purest form of the Volvo Cars Safety Standard, going above and beyond regulations and rating requirements. Enabled by HuginCore, the EX60 reaches new levels of safety, as it constantly assesses the world around the car through its wide array of sensors. The result is a car with a clear and precise …

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YANGWANG U9 XTREME’S SPEED RECORD FEAT IS TOPGEAR.COM’S ‘MOMENT OF THE YEAR

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yangwang-u9-xtreme’s-speed-record-feat-is-topgear.com’s- ‘moment-of-the-year YANGWANG U9 Xtreme’s record-breaking 496.22 km/h run wins Topgear.com’s Moment of the Year 2026 award Speed feat recognised for ‘sending shockwaves’ around the automotive world and potentially being “just the beginning” of a new performance era New world record for a production car was achieved at Germany’s Papenburg test track on 14 September 2025 U9 Xtreme is the performance flagship of YANGWANG, BYD’s luxury sub-brand The YANGWANG U9 Xtreme’s record-breaking speed run has been recognised as the ‘Moment of the Year’ in the 2026 TopGear.com awards. The hypercar became the fastest production model on the planet when it reached 496.22 km/h at Germany’s ATP Papenburg test track in September– a feat that may be “just the beginning” according to Top Gear. Stella Li, Executive Vice President of BYD, said: “We are deeply honored that Top Gear has named the U9 Xtreme’s world record run as the ‘Moment of the Year’. This achievement reflects the unique technology and engineering excellence behind YANGWANG. The U9 Xtreme demonstrates how BYD, as a true technology company, continues to push the boundaries and demonstrate what electric performance can deliver. Every breakthrough is the result of the relentless pursuit of perfection by our more than 120,000 BYD R&D engineers. We will continue to create technologies that redefine what is possible in the era of electric vehicles.” Jack Rix, Top Gear Editor in Chief said: “The U9 Xtreme makes everything with a combustion engine look a bit… weak. And it delivered a mic drop moment in Germany, hitting 308mph (496.22 km/h) and sending shockwaves around the automotive world. We’ve got a feeling beating Bugatti at its own game is just the beginning.” The U9 Xtreme is an ultra-performance technology showcase from YANGWANG, BYD’s luxury sub-brand. Developed from the established U9 model, it benefits from precision tuning and comprehensive revision of its electric powertrain and chassis. Among the key elements are an increase in the platform’s electric voltage from 800V to 1,200V, four ultra-high-speed electric motors that can operate at up to 30,000rpm and a lithium-ion phosphate Blade Battery with an exceptional 30C discharge rate. The engineering and technology elements combine to deliver more than 3,000hp and a power-to-weight ratio of 1,217hp per tonne – another global record. For the record-breaking run, the car’s DiSus-X suspension was tuned to handle the exceptional stresses of circuit driving and track-quality semi-slick tyres were fitted. At the wheel was Marc Basseng, one the world’s most experienced track speed specialists with skills honed across many years in sports car and endurance racing. Just days before the history-making achievement, Basseng piloted the U9 Xtreme to a new record – 472.41km/h – for an electric vehicle. During the car’s intensive development programme, he also lapped the daunting Nürburgring Nordschliefe in 6m59.157sec – shaving more than five seconds off the previous record time in the Electric Super Sports Cars class and becoming the first such car to dip under the seven-minute mark. The YANGWANG U9 Xtreme is an authentic production model, with a strictly limited run of no more 30 examples being made available to discerning customers worldwide.

Stella Li honored with the Xataka Legend 2025 Award for her leadership in global sustainable mobility

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Stella Li honored with the Xataka Legend 2025 Award for her leadership in global sustainable mobility • The jury highlighted Stella Li’s nearly three-decade-long career driving electrification and technological innovation.• The BYD Executive Vice President has led the company’s global expansion from its early days as a battery manufacturer to becoming the world’s largest producer of plug-in vehicles.• Stella Li champions technology and sustainability as “the engine to change people’s lives.” Stella Li, Executive Vice President of BYD, the world’s leading manufacturer of plugin vehicles and electric batteries, has been awarded the prestigious Xataka Legend 2025 Award, a recognition from the largest Spanish-language science and technology media outlet, honoring individuals who have advanced innovation and technological progress. With this award, Stella Li joins a select group of leading figures previously honored by Xataka, including astronaut and former Spanish Minister of Science, Innovation, and Universities Pedro Duque, European Commissioner Margrethe Vestager, and WordPress co-founder Matt Mullenweg. 29 years of building the world’s largest electric ecosystem Stella Li joined BYD in 1996, when the company had just around 20 employees and focused solely on battery production. Since then, she has led its international expansion and business transformation, turning it into a global technology giant present in 112 countries, with 1 million employees, 120,000 engineers, and an average of 45 patents generated per day. In 2024, BYD produced 4.27 million plug-in vehicles, more than any other manufacturer worldwide. 2025 has been an extraordinary year, marked by historic milestones and unprecedented achievements. The company reached 14 million plug-in vehicles produced, set a production car speed record with the YANGWANG U9 Xtreme reaching 496.22 km/h in Germany, and launched its innovative Flash Charging network, capable of restoring 400 km of range in just 5 minutes with a maximum power of 1,000 kW. During the Xataka Legend Awards gala, Stella Li reflected on the company’s origins and the driving force behind its success: she said, “Everything we do is driven by dreams and passion. We started with 20 people and a simple goal: to use technology to change the world. Today we are almost a million, but the dream remains the same.” In her speech, the Executive Vice President emphasized BYD’s technological core, fully focused on delivering integrated solutions that improve people’s lives: “Technology and innovation are the keys to transforming people’s lives. Our dream is a green ecosystem that generates solar energy, stores it in batteries, and powers clean transportation for everyone.” Spain: a strategic market and a model of accelerated adoptionStella Li used the occasion of receiving this important award in Spain to highlight the crucial role the market plays in BYD’s European strategy, both for its growth and its strong cultural connection to Spanish-speaking countries: “Spain is one of our best success stories. Consumers love our cars, and what happens here becomes an inspiration for all of Latin America.” Stella Li also celebrated recent local milestones, including the international success of the BYD DOLPHIN SURF, voted “World Urban Car 2025” and also recognized by the Xataka community as the Best Technological EV of the year. With the Xataka Legend 2025 Award, Stella Li reaffirms her status as one of the most influential figures in the global transition to electric mobility. Her leadership combines strategic vision, speed of execution, and a human-centered approach to technology.

Volvo EX90 earns five-star rating in Euro NCAP safety tests

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Volvo EX90 earns five-star rating in Euro NCAP safety tests In the most recent round of Euro NCAP safety testing, the fully electric Volvo EX90 SUV earned the maximum five-star rating, placing it among the highest-performing cars this year. Euro NCAP is a leading independent car safety assessment program in Europe and helps customers make informed decisions about cars’ safety performance. The family SUV, available with up to seven seats, scored particularly high in both adult and child protection categories. “Volvo Cars has long been a pioneer in automotive safety, and the EX90 is the latest example of that leadership,” says Åsa Haglund, head of Volvo Cars Safety Centre. “It builds on more than 55 years of real-world crash research, informing how we design our cars for traffic situations people face every day – not just controlled test environments. This Euro NCAP result shows that our commitment to real-world protection translates into top performance in independent safety tests.” With crash research and data from more than 50,000 real-life accidents involving more than 80,000 people, Volvo Cars has built a deep understanding of how to help protect people. Combined with virtual and physical testing, that knowledge powers the company’s development of safety innovations. It also helps to form the foundation of the Volvo Cars Safety Standard – an in-house benchmark that goes beyond the official requirements for safety testing.   The EX90 is born smart, connected and electric. It’s packed with protective and preventive safety technology and software, powered by core computing and informed by advanced sensors. This enables the car to process real-time data, learn and adapt – and thanks to over-the-air updates, Volvo Cars can continuously improve and grow functionalities over time. The EX90 makes use of Volvo Cars’ Safe Space Technology, a bespoke suite of safety systems on each model, designed to work together to help protect people in and around the car. Using advanced sensors, cameras, and radars, the car builds an understanding of its surroundings to help anticipate and mitigate potential risks.   In the event of a crash, its state-of-the-art restraint technology and structural design, tuned specifically for the EX90 – are designed to help protect the driver and passengers. Among the EX90’s standout safety features is the driver understanding system, also available in the ES90. Named one of TIME’s Best Inventions in 2024, the system uses real-time sensing technology to detect the driver’s state and provide support when needed – for example, when a driver may be tired, distracted or otherwise not fully capable of driving. The EX90 also comes with full-cabin occupant sensing to help prevent leaving loved ones behind in potentially dangerous situations. Advanced radars can detect movements as subtle as a baby’s breathing and alert you if necessary.  This latest result adds to the growing list of honours for the EX90, which also includes the prestigious World Luxury Car title awarded earlier this year.

Volvo Cars’ multi-adaptive safety belt, debuting in the upcoming EX60, named one of TIME’s Best Inventions 2025

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Volvo Cars’ Multi-Adaptive Safety Belt, Debuting In The Upcoming Ex60, Named One Of Time’s Best Inventions 2025 The world-first multi-adaptive safety belt, set to debut in Volvo Cars’ soon-to-be-revealed fully electric EX60 SUV, has been recognised as one of the Best Inventions of 2025 by TIME. Today, TIME revealed its annual list of the Best Inventions, which features 300 extraordinary innovations changing our lives. For the second year in a row, Volvo Cars is honoured to be included on the list for its latest safety innovation. The new multi-adaptive safety belt is designed to even better protect occupants by adapting to the traffic conditions and the person wearing it. “We are proud to be recognised by TIME as a leader in automotive safety,” says Åsa Haglund, head of Volvo Cars Safety Centre. “With the multi-adaptive safety belt in the upcoming EX60, we’re leveraging real-time data to adapt to the situation and the person wearing it – providing smarter, personalised protection that can help reduce injury.” Leveraging real-time data from the car’s advanced interior and exterior sensors, the system can customise protection by adjusting to the current situation and the unique personal profile of drivers and passengers, such as their height, weight, body shape and seating position. For example, a larger occupant in a severe crash will receive a higher belt load setting to help reduce the risk of head injury, while a smaller occupant in a milder crash will receive a lower belt load setting to reduce the risk of rib fractures. The capabilities of the new multi-adaptive safety belt are designed to continuously improve via over-the-air software updates. As Volvo Cars gathers more insights, the car can improve its understanding of the occupants, new scenarios and response strategies. This invention demonstrates how Volvo Cars continues leading in safety innovation to better protect people by leveraging insight from real-world data. Last year, another Volvo Cars safety feature was named one of TIME’s Best Inventions of 2024. The pioneering Driver, available in the Volvo EX90 and ES90, uses real-time sensing technology to help detect if a driver is impaired, tired or distracted, so the car can step in to provide support if needed. The new safety belt will be introduced in the upcoming Volvo EX60, which will be revealed to the world on 21 January 2026 during a livestreamed event from Stockholm, Sweden. The small printTo compile this year’s list, TIME solicited nominations from TIME editors and correspondents around the world and through an online application process, paying special attention to growing fields – such as health care, AI, and green energy. TIME then evaluated each contender on a number of key factors, including originality, efficacy, ambition, and impact. Read TIME’s Best Inventions of 2025 list here.       ——————————-  Volvo Cars in 2024 For the full year 2024, Volvo Car Group recorded a record-breaking core operating profit of SEK 27 billion. Revenue in 2024 amounted to an all-time high of SEK 400.2 billion, while global sales reached a record 763,389 cars.  About Volvo Car Group Volvo Cars was founded in 1927. Today, it is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world with sales to customers in more than 100 countries. Volvo Cars is listed on the Nasdaq Stockholm exchange, where it is traded under the ticker “VOLCAR B”. “For life. To give people the freedom to move in a personal, sustainable and safe way.” This purpose is reflected in Volvo Cars’ ambition to become a fully electric car maker and in its commitment to an ongoing reduction of its carbon footprint, with the ambition to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040. As of December 2024, Volvo Cars employed approximately 42,600 full-time employees. Volvo Cars’ head office, product development, marketing and administration functions are mainly located in Gothenburg, Sweden. Volvo Cars’ production plants are located in Gothenburg, Ghent (Belgium), South Carolina (US), Chengdu, Daqing and Taizhou (China). The company also has R&D and design centres in Gothenburg and Shanghai (China). 

One millionth Volvo plug-in hybrid now on road

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One millionth Volvo plug-in hybrid now on road Volvo Cars reached an important milestone in its electrification journey in September, as it delivered its one millionth plug-in hybrid. The company is transitioning towards becoming a fully electrified car maker, with plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) a significant pillar of the company’s growth today, as signified by this milestone. PHEVs made up 23 per cent of Volvo Cars’ global sales in the first half of 2025. PHEV sales grew from almost 46,000 units in 2019 to over 177,000 units in 2024, underpinned by strong demand for the XC60 and XC90 PHEV in all three main sales regions. The XC60 was the best-selling PHEV in Europe in 2024 and led the premium PHEV segment globally in the last three years. It continues to be a segment leader in 2025. Both the XC60 and XC90 were renewed last year, reinforcing their appeal in key markets such as Sweden, the US and China.   Thanks to the robust demand for its PHEVs, Volvo Cars has the highest share of PHEV sales of its total sales among all legacy premium car makers. It also continues to roll out new PHEVs, as demonstrated by the recently launched XC70 SUV, which is Volvo Cars’ first long-range plug-in hybrid with an electric range of over 200 kilometers under the CLTC testing cycle.   “Volvo Cars is committed to a fully electric future, and we will get there in a pace that suits our customers,” says Erik Severinson, chief commercial officer at Volvo Cars. “Our plug-in hybrid cars are a crucial bridge towards that future for those customers who are not yet ready to go fully electric.”   Internal Volvo Cars data shows that its PHEVs are often used as if they were fully electric, especially in urban areas. On average, drivers of Volvo PHEVs use their car without internal combustion power for around half of total driving time.   “While we invest and grow our presence in the growing premium fully electric segment, we will also continue to update and refresh our hybrids,” says Erik Severinson. “This allows more time for charging infrastructure to be built up, thereby easing the transition to a fully electric world.”   Volvo Cars has been a leading maker of plug-in hybrids for over a decade. It launched its first PHEV already in 2012, when it started selling a diesel PHEV variant of the V60 estate. For several years after, it was the only global car maker that offered a PHEV version of every model in its line-up. It currently offers PHEV variants on five different models, which complement a line-up of six fully electric models. This balanced product portfolio provides Volvo Cars with a strategic advantage, allowing it to offer premium electrified cars in all shapes and sizes to global customers.  ——————————-  Volvo Cars in 2024 For the full year 2024, Volvo Car Group recorded a record-breaking core operating profit of SEK 27 billion. Revenue in 2024 amounted to an all-time high of SEK 400.2 billion, while global sales reached a record 763,389 cars. About Volvo Car Group Volvo Cars was founded in 1927. Today, it is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world with sales to customers in more than 100 countries. Volvo Cars is listed on the Nasdaq Stockholm exchange, where it is traded under the ticker “VOLCAR B”. “For life. To give people the freedom to move in a personal, sustainable and safe way.” This purpose is reflected in Volvo Cars’ ambition to become a fully electric car maker and in its commitment to an ongoing reduction of its carbon footprint, with the ambition to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040. As of December 2024, Volvo Cars employed approximately 42,600 full-time employees. Volvo Cars’ head office, product development, marketing and administration functions are mainly located in Gothenburg, Sweden. Volvo Cars’ production plants are located in Gothenburg, Ghent (Belgium), South Carolina (US), Chengdu, Daqing and Taizhou (China). The company also has R&D and design centres in Gothenburg and Shanghai (China). 

Upgraded EX90 charges even faster and delivers new and improved features

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Upgraded EX90 charges even faster and delivers new and improved features Volvo Cars is opening the order books for the 2026 Volvo EX90, now enhanced with hardware and software upgrades. Powered by the company’s new 800-volt electric system, the EX90 can charge even faster*, while a core computer upgrade enables new and improved safety, collision avoidance and driver support features. New features include connected safety alerts for slippery roads, hazards ahead, and accidents ahead, along with the integration of automatic e-call** functionality with Emergency Stop Assist (ESA).  ESA is designed to bring the car to a controlled stop in its lane if the driver fails to respond to attention or hands-off warnings, for example due to sudden illness. Once the car is stationary, the new e-call feature will automatically connect the car to an emergency call centre linked to Volvo Cars. The centre can then speak with the occupants and contact emergency services if needed. Other new features include expanded automatic emergency steering functionality in darkness, along with Park Pilot assist for parallel parking. With the upgrade to a dual NVIDIA DRIVE AGX Orin-based core computer, the EX90 now has 500 TOPS (Trillion Operations Per Second) of computing power, giving Volvo Cars the ability to push safety and performance even further through data, software and AI. The upgrade is not just limited to new EX90s: owners of the 2025 EX90 will receive a one-time free upgrade of their car’s core computer through a scheduled Volvo workshop visit. “The additional computing power enables us to harness the power of AI, data and software to further enhance safety and overall performance of the EX90,” says Anders Bell, chief technology & engineering officer at Volvo Cars. “This means we can provide our customers with advanced safety and driver support features, along with continuous improvements to the infotainment and battery management systems – all delivered seamlessly over the air.” More power, faster chargingCompared to the previous model year’s 400V system, the new 800V architecture reduces heat generation during charging, enabling faster charging speeds. The charging performance is further improved by our in-house developed battery management software. Using a smart algorithm, it works in tandem with the 800V system to optimise charging, making it significantly faster than previously possible and adding up to 250 km of range in just 10 minutes. On top of that, the 800V technology delivers more power for faster acceleration, while using energy more efficiently. Plus, the shift reduces material use, which helps lighten the weight of both the battery and the electric motors. “The EX90 now features our most advanced electric system, delivering faster charging and higher efficiency, so you can feel more confident and in control,” says Anders Bell. Additionally, the EX90 will now come with an electrochromic panoramic roof, first introduced on the recently launched Volvo ES90. This new roof lets you adjust the glass transparency, helping to reduce glare or boost privacy at the touch of a button. These upgrades represent some of the most significant advancements coming to the 2026 EX90. Visit the EX90 model page [NK1] on volvocars.com for the full list of updates. The small print *Charging times can vary and depend on various factors such as outdoor temperature, battery condition and car condition. Our charging time was based on testing at 350 kW charging facilities. ** Availability of the automatic e-call function varies by market. If the function is available in the country where the incident takes place, the call centre can talk directly with the occupants in the car and contact emergency services if needed.   About Volvo Car GroupVolvo Cars was founded in 1927. Today, it is one of the most well-known and respected car brands in the world with sales to customers in more than 100 countries. Volvo Cars is listed on the Nasdaq Stockholm exchange, where it is traded under the ticker “VOLCAR B”. “For life. To give people the freedom to move in a personal, sustainable and safe way.” This purpose is reflected in Volvo Cars’ ambition to become a fully electric car maker and in its commitment to an ongoing reduction of its carbon footprint, with the ambition to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040. As of December 2024, Volvo Cars employed approximately 42,600 full-time employees. Volvo Cars’ head office, product development, marketing and administration functions are mainly located in Gothenburg, Sweden. Volvo Cars’ production plants are located in Gothenburg, Ghent (Belgium), South Carolina (US), Chengdu, Daqing and Taizhou (China). The company also has R&D and design centres in Gothenburg and Shanghai (China).

Schneider Electric and GasanZammit Motors Ltd Join Forces to Deliver Tailored EV Charging Solutions to Support Malta’s Green Ambitions

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schneider electric and gasanzammit motors ltd join forces to deliver tailored ev charging solutions to support malta’s green ambitions A first-of-its-kind collaboration introduces advanced EV charging solutions tailored to Malta’s energy and urban needs Partnership supports the country’s shift toward smarter, cleaner, and more resilient transport infrastructure Combining global expertise with local leadership aims to accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles across Malta On 24th of July, 2025 – Schneider Electric, the global leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, has announced a strategic partnership with GasanZammit Motors Ltd, one of Malta’s most prominent automotive importers. This collaboration marks the first of its kind partnership between the two companies, aiming to deliver innovative, future-ready electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions that respond directly to Malta’s evolving transportation and sustainability landscape.  This partnership comes at a strategic phase in Malta’s journey toward a low-carbon economy, aligning with the global shift toward decarbonization. Under Schneider Electric’s “Partnerships of the Future” approach, this collaboration combines the company’s unparalleled expertise in energy solutions with GasanZammit Motors’ deep-rooted presence in the local automotive sector, enabling both companies to bring to market an integrated, future-ready EV experience that is intelligent, adaptable, and tailored to Malta’s climate, infrastructure, and urban needs. Commenting on this partnership, Sebastien Riez, CEO of Schneider Electric Northeast Africa, Levant & Malta, said: “At Schneider Electric, partnerships are part of our DNA, deeply intertwined with our commitment to building a more sustainable and digitally connected world, and central to how we drive impact. Our collaboration with GasanZammit Motors exemplifies this approach in action. Together, we are accelerating the adoption of electric vehicles and co-developing resilient, energy-efficient infrastructure tailored to Malta’s journey toward smart and green mobility. This partnership reinforces our role as a trusted digital partner in the country’s energy transition, shaping a smarter, greener, and more sustainable future. ” Schneider Electric’s EV chargers are built to meet today’s needs while anticipating tomorrow’s demands, offering seamless compatibility with all Type 2 electric vehicles across the European market, encompassing both premium and everyday models. The chargers operate efficiently on both 240V (single-phase) and 415V (three-phase) power supplies. They offer flexible power outputs of 7.4 kW, 11 kW, and 22 kW to suit a wide range of home electrical setups and charging preferences. Designed with smart connectivity, users can remotely schedule, monitor, and manage their charging through the intuitive Schneider apps. The chargers are also solar-ready, integrating seamlessly with home solar systems to enable cleaner, renewable energy use. Built for long-term performance, they feature an IP55-rated weatherproof enclosure that allows for reliable indoor or outdoor installation. With built-in load management functionality to prevent overloading and a compact, wall-mountable design that ensures quick and professional installation, Schneider’s EV chargers deliver a robust, adaptable solution for today’s evolving mobility needs. Via this collaboration between Schneider Electric and GasanZammit, an initiative branded “Go Electric”, every customer, as of 1st August, will get a FREE Schneider Electric EV home charger. This exciting offer is meant to help people switch to eco-friendly driving by making it smoother to charge their electric vehicles at home.  Beyond technology, this partnership reflects a mutual commitment to sustainability and innovation. By expanding its mobility portfolio, GasanZammit Motors strengthens its position as a forward-thinking leader in Malta’s automotive landscape. Meanwhile, the collaboration embodies Schneider Electric’s strategy, built on three core pillars: advancing sustainable development, leading the digital transformation of energy and automation, and delivering innovative solutions that enhance energy efficiency and support decarbonization. About Schneider Electric Schneider’s purpose is to create Impact by empowering all to make the most of our energy and resources, bridging progress and sustainability for all. At Schneider, we call this Life Is On. Our mission is to be the trusted partner in Sustainability and Efficiency. We are a global industrial technology leader bringing world-leading expertise in electrification, automation and digitalization to smart industries, resilient infrastructure, future-proof data centers, intelligent buildings, and intuitive homes. Anchored by our deep domain expertise, we provide integrated end-to-end lifecycle AI enabled Industrial IoT solutions with connected products, automation, software and services, delivering digital twins to enable profitable growth for our customers. We are a people company with an ecosystem of 150,000 colleagues and more than a million partners operating in over 100 countries to ensure proximity to our customers and stakeholders. We embrace diversity and inclusionin everything we do, guided by our meaningful purpose of a sustainable future for all.

YANGWANG U9 Track Edition sets new global EV top-speed record: 472.41 km/h

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YANGWANG U9 Track Edition sets new global EV top-speed record: 472.41 km/h Papenburg, Germany — YANGWANG, BYD’s high-end sub-brand, has set a new global electric vehicle (EV) top-speed record of 472.41 km/h at the ATP Automotive Testing Papenburg test track in Germany. The feat was achieved with YANGWANG’s latest U9 Track Edition supercar on 8 August 2025, making it the world’s fastest EV. The YANGWANG U9 Track Edition is built upon the same e4 Platform and DiSus-X core technical architecture as the YANGWANG U9 currently on sale in China. On top of this, it features the world’s first mass-produced 1200V ultra-high-voltage vehicle platform, paired with a thermal-management system optimised for extreme conditions. This combination of an existing technical footprint and ground-breaking enhancements elevates the YANGWANG U9 Track Edition’s performance to unprecedented levels. Breaking world records demands both relentless power delivery and exceptional high-speed stability. The YANGWANG U9 Track Edition’s e4 Platform — the world’s first quad-motor system to feature 30,000rpm high-performance motors — delivers peak power of 555kW per motor, with a combined system output exceeding 3,000PS. This grants the vehicle an astonishing power-to-weight ratio of 1,217PS per tonne, placing it among the top tier in the global automotive industry.   Beyond this, the e4 Platform’s quad-motor independent torque-vectoring system continuously monitors road feedback, adjusting each wheel’s torque at an ultra-high frequency that exceeds 100 times per second. Even at high speeds, it maintains absolute control over body posture, ensuring no wheel slip or loss of traction.  The DiSus-X Intelligent Body Control System performs rapid, independent vertical adjustments to the suspension at each corner of the vehicle during aggressive acceleration and cornering, or on uneven surfaces. This not only suppresses pitch and roll — enhancing driver comfort and confidence — but also actively optimises the contact patch between the tyres and the road, maximising grip. Working in synergy with the e4 Platform, it delivers dual guarantees for vehicle stability and driving safety.  Unlike traditional supercars, the YANGWANG U9 adopts the innovative “e4 Platform + DiSus-X” technical architecture, introducing “body posture control” to racetrack scenarios and exploring the boundaries of safety and performance for supercars in track environments. Furthermore, the YANGWANG U9 Track Edition retains the aerodynamic design of the current YANGWANG U9 and is equipped with an enhanced, optional carbon-fiber front splitter that is already in mass production, fully verifying the scientific design and technical reliability of the YANGWANG U9 under ultra-high-speed operating conditions To enhance tyre performance and durability under extreme driving conditions, YANGWANG, building on data gleaned during extensive testing and achievements in Germany in 2024, has engaged in a collaboration with Giti Tire to develop a track-focused semi-slick tyre. This high-performance tyre features optimised compound materials and a bespoke tread design, while an innovative knurling treatment at the wheel-rim interface, combined with high-viscosity lubricant, minimises relative slippage between the tyre and the rim during hard acceleration or braking. This reduces torque loss and tyre wear, while improving predictability and stability during dynamic manoeuvres.  The record was set by German professional driver Marc Basseng, who was behind the wheel for the previous global EV speed record in 2024. After completing the high-speed test for YANGWANG, he said, “Last year, I thought I’d peaked. I never expected to break my own record so soon — but here we are, at the same track, with new technologies that have made it possible.” By setting a new global EV speed record, YANGWANG redefines the sustainable supercar. Backed by BYD’s innovation and sustainability commitments, YANGWANG employs cutting-edge tech to deliver unmatched performance, safety, and driving experience. About BYD BYD is a multinational high-tech company devoted to leveraging technological innovations for a better life. Founded in 1995 as a rechargeable battery maker, BYD now boasts a diverse business scope covering automobiles, rail transit, new energy, and electronics, with over 30 industrial parks in China, the United States, Canada, Japan, Brazil, Hungary, and India. From energy generation and storage to its applications, BYD is dedicated to providing zero-emission energy solutions that reduce global reliance on fossil fuels. Its new energy vehicle footprint now covers 6 continents, over 110 countries and regions, and more than 400 cities. Listed in both Hong Kong and Shenzhen Stock Exchanges, the company jumped into the top 100 companies in the latest Fortune 500 (91st place) and posted revenues of more than 100 billion euros in 2024. BYD continues to invest heavily in future technologies, with more than 10% of its one million employees devoted to reseach and development, producing 45 patents every working day for innovations in pursuit of a greener, more sustainable world. For more information, please visit www.bydglobal.com. About BYD Auto Founded in 2003, BYD Auto is the automotive subsidiary of BYD, a multinational high-tech company devoted to leveraging technological innovations for a better life. Aiming to accelerate the green transition of the global transportation sector, BYD Auto focuses on developing pure electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles. The company has mastered the core technologies of the entire industrial chain of new energy vehicles, such as batteries, electric motors, and electronic controllers. It has witnessed in recent years significant technological advancements, including the Blade Battery, DM-i Super Hybrid Technology, e Platform 3.0, CTB Technology, e⁴ Platform, BYD DiSus Intelligent Body Control System, and DMO super hybrid system. The company is the world’s first carmaker to stop the production of fossil-fueled vehicles on the EV shift and has remained top of new energy passenger vehicle sales in China for 10 years in a row. For more information, please visit www.byd.com. About YANGWANG Launched in November 2022, YANGWANG stands as BYD’s flagship premium new energy vehicle (NEV) brand. It represents BYD’s pioneering spirit of exploration, ground-breaking automotive technology, and cutting-edge design, crafting premium NEVs that transcend what customers once deemed achievable.

Mazda Introduces Mazda Charging

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Mazda Introduces Mazda Charging   Convenient access to hundreds of thousands of charging points across Europe.   Real-time availability information, transparent pricing and seamless payment on one App.   European roll-out starting this month, alongside the launch of the all-new Mazda6e. Leverkusen, 19th August 2025. Mazda is making the electric driving experience simpler, smarter, and more connected with the launch of Mazda Charging – a new App that makes public charging and  payment simple and reliable. Launching alongside the all-new Mazda6e, the service reflects Mazda’s broader commitment to providing a seamless electric mobility experience. “Charging your Mazda should feel just as effortless as driving it,” said Martijn ten Brink, CEO, Mazda. “With Mazda Charging, we’re delivering an app that’s intuitive, convenient, and integrated into our customers’ everyday journeys.” Available through a dedicated Mazda-branded App, Mazda Charging gives drivers seamless access to hundreds of thousands of public charging stations across Europe. The app provides real-time information on charger availability, power levels, and transparent pricing. Users can easily start, stop, and pay for charging sessions directly within the app – with full support for local language and currency. Multiple payment options ensure maximum convenience, with no subscription required. Mazda Charging has been jointly developed with autoSense, a specialist in app-based automotive charging solutions based in Zurich, Switzerland. Mazda chose a European partner to provide the best solution for European customers. Additional features beyond public charging are planned for rollout soon, aiming to deliver further immediate benefits for Mazda EV-drivers – such as charging optimized for cost efficiency or the use of green energy. The Mazda Charging App is available for download now. Drivers can create an account, add a payment method, and start charging immediately. An RFID charging card is also available, allowing drivers start and stop charging sessions without needing a phone. In-app customer support is readily available whenever assistance is needed. Whether in the city, or on long-distance trips, the Mazda Charging App brings clarity and confidence to every charge – with the quality and reliability that customers expect from Mazda.