Ten specific changes in charging, batteries and cars. We always separate the manufacturer's notification from the verified operation and explain the impact for both travelling and buying used materials.
2026 · before Paris car salon · verified 14. 10. 2026
Renault describes changes in the aerodynamics and electronics of both 40 and 52 kWh. The updated offer represents 12.-18. on the car salon.
When selecting a stock car, compare the exact model year and equipment. The same model name does not mean the same homologed autonomy or charging.
The above parameters are the producer's claim, not an independent test.
February 2026 · verified 14 10 2026
IONITY announced the installation of the Alpitronic HYC1000 system in the French Sorgues and the achievement of 6 000 HPC points in Europe. For new points, the output is up to 600 kW.
It's the ceiling of the infrastructure, not the speed of every car. The time of pause is planned according to the charging curve and the temperature of your battery. A higher number on the stand does not guarantee a shorter pause if the car accepts less.
The above parameters are the producer's claim, not an independent test.
5 February 2026 · verified 14 . 10 . 2026
The CATL and CHANGAN presented a passenger car with Naxtra sodium battery. The manufacturer lists the energy density up to 175 Wh / kg.
The Chinese presentation does not in itself confirm the sale, service or guarantee in the Czech Republic. It will be important for a user to measure the actual capacity and availability of diagnostics; the battery chemistry itself does not guarantee the lifetime.
The above parameters are the producer's claim, not an independent test.
2026 · verified 14. 10. 2026
Volkswagen has expanded the pre-sale of the electric ID. The battery field is 37 kWh. Smaller batteries have to offer a lower entry price; the offer varies according to the market.
A smaller battery can be enough for the city. Before buying winter highway range, charging curve and home charging, not just the purchase price. Do not automatically consider the price from the German report as a Czech offer.
The above parameters are the producer's claim, not an independent test.
2026 · verified 14. 10. 2026
CATL on Super Technology Day announced the next generation of Shenxing, Qilin and Freevoy and solutions linking fast charging to battery replacement.
The reported technology is not automatically part of the sold European model. When assessing records, separate laboratory conditions, prototype and serial car. The capacity and charging curve of the specific variant is determined.
The above parameters are the producer's claim, not an independent test.
December 2025 · verified 14 10 2026
Petrol announced five ultra-fast stations with ten connectors at the North Istok and North Zapad stops. The report concerns specific sites, not all network stations.
On your way to Croatia, check the correct direction of the motorway, availability in OneCharge and the current price of a particular connector. The network price list may contain local exceptions; compare direct payment and registration separately.
The above parameters are the producer's claim, not an independent test.
September 2025 · verified 14 10 2026
BMW introduced iX3 50 xDrive with a new generation of electric drive. Specifies maximum DC charging 400 kW and range up to 805 km WLTP according to variant.
The charge peak is not the average of the whole charge. Older iX3 is a different generation; do not transfer the range and technology of the new model to it. Always select a generation, battery and precision equipment in the catalog.
The above parameters are the producer's claim, not an independent test.
2025 · verified 14. 10. 2026
Mercedes-Benz for electrical CLA 250 + and CLA 350 4MATIC presents 800V architecture and maximum DC power up to 320 kW.
For a particular piece, verify compatibility with 400V stands according to the production specification and possible equipment. The cable uses CCS does not solve all voltage and technical conditions itself. Especially for the use, they want the exact documentation for the VIN.
The above parameters are the producer's claim, not an independent test.
September 2025 · verified 14 10 2026
CATL announced the certification of sodium Naxtra according to Chinese standard GB 38031-2025. It is a specific product certification, not a universal comparison of the lifetime of all batteries.
When reading safety claims, distinguish between standard, tested product and real vehicle. Certification does not replace European homologation or a search of crashed used. Check the lower battery cover and service history before buying.
The above parameters are the producer's claim, not an independent test.
development plan from 2023 · verified 14. 10. 2026
Toyota and Idemitsu, in their joint notification, set out the objective of starting production of solid-state electric batteries in the period 2027-2028. This source illustrates the plan, not the supply of finished European cars.
In today's purchase, choose according to available car, warranty and battery condition. Future technology is not a reason to consider current use as worthless or to promise fast discount. Development dates can change.
The above parameters are the producer's claim, not an independent test.
Battery selection based on your routes and charging mode.
Calibration and limits according to a specific manual.
Daily limit and preparation for a long journey.
How to read the fleet data and the SoH measurements.
Power, temperature and charging curve.
Preheat, reserve and shorter range.
How to prepare a car for a vacation.
Habits worth paying attention to.
What to check before buying a particular piece.
How to separate available technology from promises.