We curate most relevant posts about Electrification & Battery Technology on LinkedIn and regularly share key takeaways.

A major theme across this edition is the regulatory progress in Europe, particularly in Germany, which has removed double taxation and grid fees for bidirectional charging (V2G), shifting this technology from pilot projects to viable commercial models capable of providing grid flexibility. Alongside this legislative support, infrastructure development is accelerating, marked by the rapid rollout of the Megawatt Charging System (MCS) network for heavy-duty vehicles, although problems such as charging fraud via QR codes and the practice of 'ICEing' (blocking charging bays) still require technological and regulatory solutions. The industry is also highly focused on the battery supply chain, stressing that graphite is an underestimated but strategically important material for recycling, while European manufacturers must urgently innovate to counter the superior technology and production capacity of Chinese EV competitors. Furthermore, regional differences in EV adoption across Europe are stark, with Northern countries leading, forcing automotive retailers to find new revenue streams to offset the erosion of traditional after-sales profits. Overall, these updates highlight the current transformation of mobility, focusing on integrating electric vehicles into the energy system to enhance efficiency, sustainability, and user experience.

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