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Electric Vehicles 28 June 2025 - 1 September 2025

Electric Truck Showdown: Mack’s Heavy Hauler vs. Tesla’s Futuristic Cybertruck vs. Ford’s F-150 Lightning

Electric Truck Showdown: Mack’s Heavy Hauler vs. Tesla’s Futuristic Cybertruck vs. Ford’s F-150 Lightning

Mack LR Electric uses a 376 kWh battery, 42% larger than previous models, supporting a 72,000 lb GVW for urban refuse work. Tesla Cybertruck dual-motor AWD produces about 600 hp, with a tri-motor version reaching 845 hp and 0–60 mph in 2.6 seconds. Ford F-150 Lightning Extended Range offers 320 miles EPA range, 580 hp, and 0–60 mph in about 4 seconds. Charging speeds and pricing vary by model.
Tesla Model 3 vs BYD Seal vs Hyundai Ioniq 6: The Ultimate 2025 EV Showdown—Which One Should You Buy?

Tesla Model 3 vs BYD Seal vs Hyundai Ioniq 6: The Ultimate 2025 EV Showdown—Which One Should You Buy?

Tesla’s refreshed 2024 Model 3 offers up to 436 miles WLTP range and 250 kW charging, while Hyundai’s Ioniq 6 Long Range RWD reaches 614 km WLTP and charges at 233 kW. BYD’s Seal, not yet sold in North America, uses an 82.5 kWh battery for up to 570 km WLTP and 150 kW charging. All three seat five, with prices starting around $40,000–$41,000 for Model 3 and Ioniq 6 in the US.
Space Force’s Secret Launch, Pixel 10 Surprise & EV Shake-Up – Top Tech News (Aug 20–21, 2025)

Space Force’s Secret Launch, Pixel 10 Surprise & EV Shake-Up – Top Tech News (Aug 20–21, 2025)

SpaceX will launch the U.S. Space Force’s X-37B spaceplane on Aug. 21 from Kennedy Space Center, following its 100th launch of 2025 on Aug. 18. Rocket Lab acquired Geost for $275 million in August. Google introduced the Pixel 10 lineup on Aug. 20, with shipping set for Aug. 28. Xiaomi reported a 30.5% Q2 revenue jump but cut its annual smartphone target to 175 million units.
Chip Tariffs Loom, Ukraine’s First NYSE Listing, and an EV Shatters Range Record – Global Tech Roundup (Aug 16–17, 2025)

Chip Tariffs Loom, Ukraine’s First NYSE Listing, and an EV Shatters Range Record – Global Tech Roundup (Aug 16–17, 2025)

Google will unveil its Pixel 10 lineup at a Made by Google event on August 20, with leaks pointing to a triple-camera system and new Tensor G5 chip. Apple is expected to announce the iPhone 17 series on September 9, adding a 120 Hz display and larger screen to the base model. Kodak denied rumors of an imminent shutdown, citing plans to refinance $477 million in debt. The Pentagon paused $800 million in software contracts, drawing criticism from lawmakers.
Techquake Weekend: Tariffs, Rocket Failures & a 1,000-Mile EV – Global Tech News Roundup (Aug 15–16, 2025)

Techquake Weekend: Tariffs, Rocket Failures & a 1,000-Mile EV – Global Tech News Roundup (Aug 15–16, 2025)

Google will unveil its Pixel 10 lineup on August 20, showing a triple-lens camera and new Tensor G5 chip. Apple is expected to launch the iPhone 17 series on September 9, with a 120 Hz display and new “Air” model. Kodak denied reports of imminent shutdown, citing a $300 million cash infusion to address debt. The Pentagon paused or canceled $800 million in software contracts, drawing criticism from lawmakers.
Global Tech Roundup (Non‑AI): Record EV Feats, Cyber Sabotage, and High‑Stakes Chip Moves (Aug 14–15, 2025)

Global Tech Roundup (Non‑AI): Record EV Feats, Cyber Sabotage, and High‑Stakes Chip Moves (Aug 14–15, 2025)

Google will unveil the Pixel 10 series on August 20, featuring Gemini AI integration, an AI “Camera Coach,” and a telephoto lens on the standard model. Apple’s iPhone 17 lineup is expected September 9, with a redesigned base model, 120 Hz display, and a possible ultra-thin “Air” version. Kodak denied shutdown rumors after its earnings report raised debt concerns, stating it has no plans to cease operations.
3 Urban E-Bikes Battle for 2025’s Best Commuter — The Results Will Surprise You

3 Urban E-Bikes Battle for 2025’s Best Commuter — The Results Will Surprise You

Specialized Turbo Vado 4.0 offers a 250W mid-drive motor with 70Nm torque, 28 mph assist, a 710Wh battery, and weighs 27 kg, priced at $3,999. Trek FX+ 7S features a 250W TQ HPR50 motor, 50Nm torque, 28 mph assist, a 360Wh battery, weighs 18–19 kg, and costs $4,399. Gazelle Medeo T10 HMB uses a Bosch mid-drive, 65Nm torque, 20 mph assist, 500Wh battery, weighs 22.5 kg, and starts at $2,999.
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Battle of the EV Charging Standards: Tesla’s NACS vs. CCS2 vs. CHAdeMO – Who Will Rule the Roads in 2025?

Battle of the EV Charging Standards: Tesla’s NACS vs. CCS2 vs. CHAdeMO – Who Will Rule the Roads in 2025?

Tesla’s NACS charging connector, introduced in 2012 and opened to other automakers in late 2022, was standardized as SAE J3400 in 2023. By 2025, most major North American automakers committed to NACS for U.S. models, with dual adapters for CCS compatibility. Europe requires CCS2 for fast charging, and Tesla updated its European vehicles accordingly. CHAdeMO is now largely limited to Japan.
Beyond Lithium: The Future EV Batteries That Deliver 932 Miles of Range and Charge in Just 5 Minutes

Beyond Lithium: The Future EV Batteries That Deliver 932 Miles of Range and Charge in Just 5 Minutes

CATL’s Shenxing battery adds 520 km in 5 minutes using a 1.3 MW charger. Mercedes-Benz will use Sila’s silicon-anode cells for a 20% energy density boost in the electric G-Class. Panasonic opened a 32 GWh/year Kansas plant, shipping 19 billion Li-ion cells by 2025. QuantumScape advanced 24-layer solid-state cells, with VW’s PowerCo investing $131 million in expanded production.
World Court Climate Bombshell, Hydrogen Stalls, and EV Breakthroughs – Climate Tech News Roundup (July 23–24, 2025)

World Court Climate Bombshell, Hydrogen Stalls, and EV Breakthroughs – Climate Tech News Roundup (July 23–24, 2025)

The UN’s International Court of Justice on July 23 called climate change an urgent, existential threat and warned wealthy polluters could face compensation claims under international law. The Trump administration moved to overturn the EPA’s endangerment finding, aiming to halt U.S. climate rules. UK renewables hit a record 50.8% of electricity generation in 2024. Republicans advanced an end to federal solar and wind subsidies, threatening $373 billion in clean energy investments.
Massive Microsoft Hack, Space Surprises & EV Shakeups – Non‑AI Tech Roundup (July 21–22, 2025)

Massive Microsoft Hack, Space Surprises & EV Shakeups – Non‑AI Tech Roundup (July 21–22, 2025)

A cyber-espionage campaign exploited a zero-day flaw in Microsoft SharePoint, breaching about 100 organizations, mostly in the U.S. and Germany, according to Eye Security. Microsoft warned of ongoing attacks on self-hosted servers; SharePoint Online was not affected. Thousands more servers may remain at risk until patches are released.
China Tech’s July 2025 Shockwave: AI Triumphs, Chip War Truce, and EV Frenzy

China Tech’s July 2025 Shockwave: AI Triumphs, Chip War Truce, and EV Frenzy

Huawei shipped 12.5 million smartphones in Q2 2025, reclaiming China’s top spot after four years. Over 100 AI-native devices launched in 2025, while JD.com saw AR glasses sales jump sevenfold during the 618 festival. Xiaomi’s SU7 EV delivered 258,000 units since launch, outselling Tesla’s Model 3 monthly. The US lifted its EDA tool export ban to China on July 3, with NVIDIA and AMD chip licenses set to resume.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 – Samsung’s Ultra-Thin Foldable Redefines the Game

Shocking Smartphone Leaps, Space Milestones & EV Breakthroughs – Tech News Roundup (July 15, 2025)

Samsung unveiled the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 at its 2025 Galaxy Unpacked event, with the Fold 7 now 26% thinner and 10% lighter, starting at $1,999. Meta’s Threads app surged to 115 million daily users in June, narrowing the gap with X, which fell to 132 million. Microsoft is releasing its Windows 11 “25H2” update, while Google is beta-testing Android 16.
China’s July 2025 Tech Shockwave: AI Supercomputers, Chip Wars & EV Showdowns

China’s July 2025 Tech Shockwave: AI Supercomputers, Chip Wars & EV Showdowns

Moonshot AI released its open-source "Kimi K2" large language model in July 2025, claiming performance on par with top U.S. models. Beijing filings showed 39 new data centers in Xinjiang and Qinghai set to deploy over 115,000 Nvidia H100/H200 GPUs. Moore Threads and MetaX filed for IPOs on Shanghai's STAR Market, seeking ¥12 billion. China completed the BeiDou-3 satellite constellation and began launching the "Three-Body" AI satellite network.
EV Battery Economics 2025: Cost-Parity Milestones and Chemistry Breakthroughs

EV Battery Economics 2025: Cost-Parity Milestones and Chemistry Breakthroughs

Global EV battery pack prices dropped about 20% in 2024, reaching the low $100s per kWh. LFP cells in China fell below $60/kWh, with some packs under $90/kWh. As of 2025, LFP makes up 40–45% of global EV battery capacity, NMC about 50–55%, and China holds over 70% of global cell capacity. U.S. battery tax credits and new European factories are spurring investment and local production.
Global EV Powertrain and Platform Developments (May–June 2025)

Global EV Powertrain and Platform Developments (May–June 2025)

Tesla confirmed next-generation EVs on a new platform will enter production in early 2025. Ford revealed a low-cost EV platform led by a 500-person team, starting with a mid-size electric pickup. Toyota plans nine new BEVs for Europe in 2025–2026. Global EV sales are forecast to rise 24% year-on-year in May 2025, reaching 1.6 million units.
Tesla Inc. – Mid-2025 Comprehensive Company Report (June 28th, 2025)

Tesla Inc. – Mid-2025 Comprehensive Company Report (June 28th, 2025)

Tesla posted Q1 2025 net income of $0.4 billion, down 71% year-on-year, with deliveries falling to about 336,700 vehicles amid Model Y retooling and weaker demand. Full-year 2024 revenue reached $97.7 billion, with net income of $7.1 billion and automotive gross margins dropping to 15%. By mid-2025, Tesla shares fell 19% year-to-date after peaking near $488 in December 2024.
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