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electriccarsreport.com > 2026 > 03 > nissan-micra-52kwh-now-qualifies-for-full-3750-electric-car-grant

Nissan MICRA 52kWh Now Eligible for Full £3,750 UK EV Grant

1+ week, 2+ day ago  (420+ words) The extended-range version of the all-new Nissan Micra is now eligible for the full "3,750 UK Electric Car Grant, thanks to the adoption of a new Europe-sourced battery. The update significantly improves the value proposition for buyers looking for an affordable…...

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electriccarsreport.com > 2026 > 03 > nissan-repurposes-leaf-batteries-for-ultra-fast-ev-charging-at-port-of-vigo

Nissan Repurposes LEAF Batteries to Power Ultra-Fast Charging

2+ day, 14+ hour ago  (363+ words) Nissan Motor Corporation is advancing its circular economy strategy by supporting the launch of an ultra-fast EV charging solution powered by repurposed electric vehicle batteries at the Port of Vigo. The innovative system, called Green Charge Flex, was developed by…...

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electriccarsreport.com > 2026 > 03 > raw-charging-and-landsec-to-build-uks-largest-destination-ev-charging-hub

RAW Charging and Landsec to Build UK’s Largest Destination EV Charging Hub

3+ day, 9+ hour ago  (469+ words) RAW Charging has partnered with Landsec to deliver what will become the UK's largest destination EV charging hub at Bluewater, marking a major step forward in the country's charging infrastructure expansion. The ambitious "24.5 million programme will see the rollout of…...

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electriccarsreport.com > 2026 > 03 > man-lions-coach-e-completes-extreme-winter-testing-in-arctic-conditions

MAN Lion’s Coach E Proves Its Strength in Extreme Winter Testing

4+ day, 13+ hour ago  (481+ words) The fully electric MAN Lion's Coach E has successfully completed its first winter testing program, demonstrating impressive performance in some of the harshest climates on Earth. Engineers from MAN Truck & Bus pushed the electric coach to its limits in freezing…...

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electriccarsreport.com > 2026 > 03 > bmw-ix3-orders-top-50000-as-neue-klasse-electric-suv-gains-early-momentum

BMW iX3 Orders Surpass 50,000 Ahead of Deliveries

5+ day, 9+ hour ago  (465+ words) BMW CEO Oliver Zipse has revealed that the upcoming BMW iX3 has already secured more than 50,000 orders globally, signaling strong early demand for BMW's next-generation electric SUV. Speaking at the company's annual conference, the BMW chief confirmed the impressive order tally…...

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electriccarsreport.com > 2026 > 03 > honda-insight-returns-as-all-electric-crossover-with-310-mile-range

Honda Insight Returns as All-Electric Crossover

1+ week, 4+ day ago  (452+ words) Honda is bringing back one of its most recognizable eco-focused nameplates. The Insight, once known as one of the brand's pioneering hybrid models, is returning in a completely new form'this time as an all-electric crossover SUV. Unveiled in Japan, the…...

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electriccarsreport.com > 2026 > 03 > aptera-completes-first-validation-line-vehicle-advances-toward-epa-certification

Aptera Motors Completes First Vehicle on Validation Assembly Line

2+ week, 2+ day ago  (265+ words) Aptera Motors has reached a key production milestone, completing the first vehicle built on its low-volume validation assembly line. The achievement marks a crucial step toward regulatory approval, EPA certification, and initial customer deliveries of its ultra-efficient solar electric vehicle....

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electriccarsreport.com > 2026 > 03 > chargepoint-and-raw-charging-to-install-300-dc-fast-chargers-across-the-uk

ChargePoint and RAW Charging to Deploy DC Fast Chargers Across the UK

2+ week, 3+ day ago  (293+ words) The UK's EV charging network is set for a major boost. ChargePoint and RAW Charging have announced a new multiyear partnership to roll out more than 300 DC fast charge points across the United Kingdom " strengthening access to reliable, high-speed charging…...

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electriccarsreport.com > 2026 > 02 > donut-lab-solid-state-battery-hits-80-in-4-5-minutes-in-independent-tests

Donut Lab Solid-State Battery Charges to 80% in 4.5 Minutes

3+ week, 4+ day ago  (381+ words) Finnish technology company Donut Lab has taken a major step toward ultra-fast EV charging, publishing independent test results that confirm its solid-state battery can reach 80% charge in just 4.5 minutes. The measurements were conducted by VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland,…...

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electriccarsreport.com > 2026 > 01 > schneider-electric-launches-high-power-ev-charging-system-with-up-to-720-kw

Schneider Electric Launches High-Power EV Charging System With Up To 720 kW

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (223+ words) Schneider Electric has introduced Schneider StarCharge Fast 720, a next-generation electric vehicle charging solution designed for commercial and industrial sites as well as fleet operators. The system delivers up to 720 kW of power and can charge up to 12 vehicles simultaneously, supporting…...