FUTURE MOBILITY & EVs

Patagonia as a Proving Ground for e-Fuels and Hybrids

Route Zero: Patagonia as a Proving Ground for e-Fuels and Hybrids

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While much of the global conversation around decarbonization focuses on battery electric vehicles (BEVs), a fascinating alternative is taking shape in one of the world’s most extreme environments. In Punta Arenas, Chile, a new partnership between HIF Global, Toyota, and MITTA has launched “Route Zero”—a pilot project that combines hybrid technology with synthetic e-fuels. This […]

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Defining the Drive: The 6 Levels of Vehicle Autonomy

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In the world of modern engineering, few things are as widely discussed—and as frequently misunderstood—as “self-driving” cars. While we often group all autonomous technology into one bucket, the industry relies on a precise hierarchy defined by SAE International (the Society of Automotive Engineers). This 0-to-5 scale is more than just technical jargon; it determines who—or

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The Heart of the EV: Battery Types and Their Impact

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At the core of every electric vehicle lies its battery—a sophisticated energy storage system that determines everything from range and performance to charging speed and cost. But how exactly do these power packs work? In essence, EV batteries store chemical energy and convert it into electrical energy to power the vehicle’s motor. This process relies

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Powering the Continent: Europe’s Battery Sovereignty Race (2026–2034)

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As we cross the threshold into 2026, the European automotive battery market has evolved from a supply-chain dependency into a cornerstone of regional industrial policy. What was once a scramble to secure Asian-made cells has transformed into a high-stakes race for “battery sovereignty.” According to current market data, the European battery sector is projected to

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The Crown Changes Hands: BYD Overtakes Tesla in the Global EV Race

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The automotive hierarchy has officially been rewritten. For the first time in over a decade, Tesla has lost its title as the world’s leading seller of battery-electric vehicles (BEVs). Final data for 2025, confirmed as we move into 2026, shows that China’s BYD delivered 2.26 million pure electric vehicles, a staggering 28% increase that propelled

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The Return of the King: Mercedes-Benz Sweeps Car of the Year 2026

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Image source: Mercedes-Benz Media The wait is officially over. For the first time since the legendary 450 SE took the title in 1974, Mercedes-Benz has reclaimed the throne as the 2026 European Car of the Year. In a high-stakes vote held at the Brussels International Motor Show, the new Mercedes-Benz CLA emerged as the definitive

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