IRVINE, CA—Rivian Automotive and Volkswagen Group have formed a joint venture that will develop next-generation electrical architectures and software for electric vehicles.

SAINT AGNANT, France—The Rochefort facility is designed with sustainability in mind, featuring energy-efficient construction, including a mixed concrete-wood design, skylights for natural lighting, and solar panels for power. 

DETROIT, MI—Initially, GM planned to produce both the XT4 and the Bolt EV on the same assembly line starting in 2025. However, the automaker now says the Kansas plant will exclusively produce Bolt vehicles.

ITHACA, NY—Engineers at Cornell University are using advanced mathematics to determine the best places to locate electric vehicle charging stations.

AUBURN HILLS, MI—Stellantis recently unveiled a $30 million wind tunnel at its research and technical center here that will be used to improve the aerodynamics of electric vehicles.

TOKYO—Honda 0 Series is the automaker’s new approach to electric vehicle development, which is focusing on the theme of “thin, light and wise.”

MANNHEIM, Germany—Mercedes-Benz Trucks has begun assembling a key component of its new eActros 600 long-haul truck at its factory here.

RESTON, VA—The U.S. Geological Survey has discovered a large deposit of lithium located beneath southwestern Arkansas.

LISLE, IL—A new report from Molex LLC examines the challenges of transitioning from traditional 12- to 48-volt automotive electrical architectures.

GWANGJU, South Korea—Cats have inspired engineers at the Gwangju Institute of Science and Technology to develop a vision system that enhances accuracy in challenging environments.