Today’s top stories

• The Race to Recycle EV Batteries Begins

• Small but Mighty: Urban EVs Making a Big Impact

• Tariff Tension: Trump’s 25% Auto Import Tax Shakes the Industry

• And other updates

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Some EV owners aren’t switching for range or savings—they’re doing it for their dogs. Features like Rivian’s “Pet Comfort” are changing the game for pet parents. From rescue pups to therapy dogs, EVs are becoming four-legged family approved. When climate tech meets canine comfort, is this the future of car buying?

What happens to EV batteries when they die? One UK startup is shredding them into “black mass” and extracting valuable materials for reuse—lowering emissions, costs, and dependence on mining. Altilium’s cutting-edge lab may be the key to a circular battery economy, keeping lithium, nickel, and cobalt in the UK and out of landfills. As EV sales rise, battery recycling isn’t just smart—it’s a strategic climate and security play.

With new tariffs shaking up the auto industry, Toyota, Honda, and Hyundai are keeping prices steady—for now. Hyundai is even offering a Customer Assurance Program through June. Meanwhile, Ford and Stellantis are flipping the script with employee pricing for everyone. As global supply chains tighten, automakers are scrambling to protect sales and soften the blow. Buyers sitting on the fence? Now might be the time to strike a deal.

EV batteries that charge in 10 minutes—even in sub-zero temps? Researchers at Arbor Battery and the University of Michigan have developed a game-changing design that shrugs off winter. With a new 3D electrode structure and glassy coating, this experimental battery offers ultra-fast, cold-weather charging without sacrificing range or safety. No more preconditioning, no more winter woes—just plug in and go.

Who says EVs have to be big and pricey? Tiny electric vehicles like Toyota’s FT-Me and the Citroën Ami are proving that less is more. Designed for short city trips, these minimalist EVs offer ultra-low costs, basic tech, and just enough range. Perfect for students, city dwellers, or anyone craving no-fuss urban mobility. Welcome to the rise of the micro-EV.

Trump’s 25% auto import tariff is shaking up the car industry. While Tesla and Ford stand to benefit thanks to domestic production, GM and foreign automakers could see costs—and prices—soar. Car buyers may soon feel the pinch, as vehicles relying on global parts become more expensive. Automakers are bracing for impact while some EVs remain a smart buy—for now.

Kia just posted its best March and first quarter sales ever, led by surging SUV demand and strong K4 sedan growth. The EV6 and EV9 are now in full production in Georgia, with more big moves underway—including a $7.6B Metaplant and new V2H charging tech. With safety awards and sales momentum, Kia’s 2025 is off to a blazing start.

🚗⚡🛒What happens when someone mistakes your EV for a grocery-powered machine? A lighthearted moment outside the supermarket turns into the ultimate compliment for electric cars.😂

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