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đź“°AFEELA Launch, Lucid Q4 Results,Scout's 50K Reservations Milestone, & More EV News...

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John Rooney
January 09, 2025

January 9, 2025

Wrapping up a chilly week this fine Thursday, bringing you: 

  • Sony Honda Mobility introduces AFEELA 1

  • Lucid announces Q4 production & deliveries

  • Scout secures 50k reservations

  • Mazda to build Module Pack Plant 

  • Honda 0 Saloon and Honda 0 SUV Prototypes make global debut

  • StarCharge showcases the future of energy solutions

  • Video: An in-depth look at the Scout truck and SUV.

Scroll on down for all the updates on cutting-edge advancements in EVs.

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  1. Sony Honda Mobility Inc. (SHM) introduced the AFEELA 1 at CES 2025, announcing that online reservations are now open in California with a refundable $200 fee; production is scheduled in Ohio, with sales anticipated in 2025 and deliveries expected by mid-2026 and a starting price of $89K.

  2.  In Q4 2024, Lucid Group announced producing 3,386 vehicles and delivering 3,099, with total 2024 production at 9,029 vehicles and deliveries of 10,241, and will host a conference call on February 25, 2025, to discuss its fourth-quarter financial results.

  3. Volkswagen's Scout Motors has secured over 50,000 reservations for its upcoming electric Terra pickup and Traveler SUV, set to launch in 2027 starting under $60,000.

  4. A new module pack plant for cylindrical lithium-ion batteries will be built in Iwakuni City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, to supply Mazda’s first dedicated battery EV platform, with an annual capacity of 10 GWh.

  5. At CES 2025, Honda unveiled the 0 SUV and 0 Saloon prototypes, set for 2026 production, along with the ASIMO OS for personalized mobility, Level 3 automated driving, an advanced system-on-chip collaboration with Renesas, and energy services to enhance EV adoption and sustainability.

  6. The Aries V2 ultra-fast charging dispenser with a 600kW output and integrated energy storage solutions was unveiled, emphasizing StarCharge's commitment to sustainable technology and North American manufacturing under the BABA policy.

  7. Revealed as a groundbreaking SUV, the Lucid Gravity Grand Touring offers up to 450 miles of range, 828 horsepower, and unparalleled interior space, powered by Panasonic Energy’s next-generation lithium-ion battery cells designed for exceptional performance, safety, and efficiency.

  8. Donut Lab unveiled its second-generation donut-shaped in-wheel motor at CES 2025, promising lighter EVs, increased range, and cost-efficient manufacturing.

  9. Three new products were introduced by Tessan: a 140W Universal Travel Adapter, a 100W Charging Station, and a Level 2 Smart EV Charger, all crafted to deliver versatile and efficient charging solutions for households, travelers, and EV owners.

  10. Mexico's first domestically produced EV, Olinia, designed for urban use and affordability (US $4,400–$7,400), will debut at the 2026 World Cup, with production set to begin in Sonora under a government-backed initiative.

  11. The UK became Europe’s top EV market in 2024 with record sales of 381,970 battery electric vehicles (up 21.4%), driven by stricter net-zero mandates and steep manufacturer discounts.

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