Today’s top stories

• Charge It and Forget It? Toyota's New Battery Lasts 4 Decades

• AI5 Is Here. Is Tesla Finally Going Driverless?

• Mitsubishi's New Eclipse EV Delivers Big Range, No Hype

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Toyota’s solid-state battery promises a 40-year lifespan with minimal degradation — a claim that could upend how we think about EV ownership. With industry giants backing the tech, it's more than hype. A battery built to outlast the car challenges everything about today’s EV lifecycle.

Tesla’s new AI5 chip promises more power and efficiency—possibly the key to finally delivering true self-driving. Panasonic is scaling up battery production, while Japan faces a looming chip crisis. As the tech accelerates, the gap between promise and reality is growing harder to ignore.

BMW is giving its cars a voice upgrade with Amazon’s new Alexa+ AI assistant, making conversations feel natural and intelligent. From finding charging stations to managing your playlist, it's designed to anticipate what you need. When your car starts thinking more like you, what does that mean for the way we drive?

With EV rebates gone and energy prices rising, finding real value in an electric car now takes strategy. From used Teslas with free charging to upcoming budget Bolts, smart buyers are stretching every dollar. What if the best EV for you isn’t the newest — but the one that quietly does it all?

Pairing solar panels with EVs is turning homes into personal power stations. As tech improves and costs drop, more drivers are gaining energy freedom. This shift isn’t just about savings—it’s reshaping how we power our lives.

Mitsubishi’s new Eclipse Cross EV delivers an impressive 370-mile range, fast charging, and practical tech—without the flash or fluff. Built through its alliance with Renault-Nissan, it’s a serious move toward everyday electrification.

Google Maps just got a major upgrade—now powered by Gemini AI, it can understand real questions like where to charge your EV and grab lunch. This shift turns navigation into a hands-free, conversational experience that feels surprisingly human.

No need to tinker with settings — Robotaxi smartly adjusts speed and temperature units to match your region, making every ride feel just right from the start.

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