May 8, 2025

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• California sues Trump over EV funds.

• New Jeep Compass offers e-Hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and fully electric powertrains with up to 403 miles of range

• Lucid first quarter 2025 financial results

• BorgWarner to supply eMotor to major North American OEM

• Century Lithium provides technical update on Angel Island

• Mitsubishi Motors confirms all-new BEV will be sold in North America

• Lucid strengthens leadership team as company prepares for growth

• Video: Richard Hammond vs. James May

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1. California and 16 other states have sued the Trump administration for illegally withholding $5 billion in congressionally approved funds for electric vehicle charging infrastructure.

2. The new Compass introduces a fully electric variant with up to 403 mile range, rapid 160kW charging, and advanced off-road and driver-assist features, reflecting Jeep's commitment to electrification and performance in the C-SUV segment.

3. In Q1 2025, Lucid delivered 3,109 vehicles, representing a 58.1% year-over-year increase, with $235 million in revenue generated, 2,212 vehicles produced (excluding over 600 in transit to Saudi Arabia), a GAAP net loss of $0.24 per share posted, and $5.76 billion in liquidity at quarter’s end.

4. A major North American OEM has selected BorgWarner to supply its compact, power-dense 400V SW130 S-wind eMotor for hybrid full-sized trucks and SUVs, utilizing the award-winning technology to boost efficiency, scalability, and performance while lowering costs.

5. Century Lithium reports successful testing at its Demonstration Plant with Amalgamated Research, achieving 91.6% lithium recovery and results that could substantially reduce capital and operating costs at their Angel Island project.

6. In partnership with Nissan, Mitsubishi will introduce a new battery electric vehicle based on the next-gen Nissan LEAF in summer 2026 for the U.S. and Canadian markets.

7. Marc Winterhoff, Lucid's Interim CEO, announced six new executive appointments who collectively bring decades of automotive and technology expertise to strengthen the company's leadership across key departments. The new executives, with backgrounds from major companies like Ford, Rivian, and Qualcomm, will report directly to Winterhoff as Lucid aims to maintain its position as an electric vehicle innovation leader.

8. Unveiled at WasteExpo, the new L770 and battery-electric L770E Class 8 vocational trucks expand Kenworth’s lineup with zero-emission and alternative fuel options designed for refuse and other urban applications, offering up to 120 miles of EV range and regenerative braking for stop-and-go efficiency.

9. Investing over $2 billion in U.S. battery manufacturing, Gotion is creating thousands of jobs in Illinois and advancing clean energy and supply chain resilience, highlighting how U.S.-China cooperation can drive sustainable economic growth amid trade tensions.

10. A non-binding acquisition proposal would allow Zeekr shareholders to exchange their shares for cash or equity in Geely Automobile Holdings, streamlining Geely’s corporate structure and unlocking synergies across its growing smart EV portfolio.

11. At the 2025 ACT Expo, a full lineup of advanced, high-efficiency charging and energy modules was showcased to address North America's growing EV infrastructure demands, highlighting Winline Technology’s innovations in power density, grid resilience, and smart energy systems.

12. A record-setting cash subsidy of up to $320 million from Poland’s Ministry of Economic Development and Technology will support the construction of Ascend Elements’ sustainable pCAM manufacturing facility, advancing Europe’s battery supply chain and net-zero goals.

13. In partnership with Drive Clean Colorado and Faricy Boys Automotive, the City of Salida will host a free Electric Vehicle Ride & Drive event on May 10, offering residents a chance to test drive EVs, explore clean transportation incentives, and learn from local experts in a family-friendly setting.

Richard Hammond vs. James May

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