Lithium Prices Surge After Closure of One of World’s Top Mines

Lithium prices surged and global mining stocks rallied after CATL, the world’s biggest battery maker, suspended operations at its Jiangxi mine in China. The move has sparked speculation over potential wider supply curbs, with renewed investor focus on the battery metal’s strategic importance.
Ford Invests $5 Billion in “Next Model T Moment”

Ford annouced it will invest $5 billion in a new generation of electric vehicles, calling it the company’s “next Model T moment.” The investment aims to produce what could be the most affordable electric pickup truck available, while overhauling manufacturing processes to cut costs and improve efficiency.
EV Market Outpaces Hybrids with a 29% YTD surge

EV sales are accelerating globally, with China and the EU driving most of the momentum. While geopolitical tensions persist, policy shifts and domestic incentives are pushing the industry forward, though North America remains a weak spot.
U.S. Fast-Tracks 10 More Mining Projects

The Trump administration has added 10 new mining projects to the FAST-41 permitting initiative, intensifying efforts to boost domestic production of critical minerals like copper, palladium, and uranium.
Securing America’s Fluorspar Future: What Trump’s New Policies Mean for ARES Strategic Mining

SPONSORED POST It’s official – the USA has a new administration and President Trump is not wasting any time. On Day 1, the Whitehouse released a number of presidential actions, some of which are sure to directly affect Ares Strategic Mining Inc. How so? The 3 presidential actions that are likely to have the greatest […]
China firm claims world’s fastest-charging EV battery

Chinese car maker Zeekr says its new electric vehicle (EV) batteries charge faster than any of its rivals, including industry leaders Tesla and BYD.
UK has almost 1m EV chargers, with new public one installed every 25 minutes

Electric vehicle industry says spring data shows installations are keeping pace with rising battery sales
Fluorspar: The unsung hero in Lithium-Ion Battery Production

While cobalt, nickel, and lithium hog the headlines, another critical mineral is quietly gaining prominence in the lithium ion battery revolution: fluorspar. Specifically, acidspar, a high-grade fluorspar concentrate, is emerging as a vital player in various stages of the battery value chain, driving demand and reshaping the industry’s landscape.
Tesla investors back $56bn Musk pay deal

Tesla shareholders have backed a record-breaking pay package for boss Elon Musk and approved a plan to move the firm’s legal headquarters to Texas.
EV Range in Cold Weather

Yes, it drops, but so do gas cars
