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Editor's weekly digest of the top 8 most-viewed mobility stories: connecting EV, autonomous, aerospace, urban and policy threads.

BYD is deploying ultra-fast 1,500 kW Flash Chargers across Europe, promising five-minute refueling for Blade Battery-equipped EVs, with Canadian rollout planned next.

BMW's long-wheelbase iX3 exceeded 500 miles on a single charge during a demanding real-world test featuring significant elevation changes and cold weather conditions.

A YouTuber's forensic analysis has reportedly debunked Donut Lab's claims of producing a production-ready solid-state battery, highlighting persistent technical hurdles in commercializing the technology.

North Carolina's DMV launched a three-year digital transformation initiative enabling online document uploads and streamlining transactions to reduce in-person visits.

General Motors is backing sodium-ion battery developer Peak Energy for grid-scale storage, marking its strategic expansion beyond automotive electrification.

BYD plans to deploy its megawatt "Flash Charging" network in Canada, offering 400 km range in five minutes—marking the technology's first confirmed North American entry.

U.S. EV sales reached their highest monthly total since federal tax credits were eliminated, driven by continued price reductions in May 2026.

Hampton Roads Transit launches GoMobile app for fare payment across its multi-modal network serving eight Virginia municipalities with light rail, bus, ferry, and paratransit services.

Surging AI data center power demand is driving traditional automakers GM and Ford to challenge Tesla's dominance in the stationary energy storage market.

Wing, Alphabet's drone delivery unit, is scaling beyond pilot projects with a seven-city U.S. expansion via Walmart, signaling the shift from novelty to operational viability.

Mercedes introduces more affordable GLC electric variants with smaller batteries, achieving up to 404 miles WLTP range in the rear-wheel-drive configuration.

Lucid Motors has lost its senior VP of engineering and software, Emad Dlala, as the EV maker undergoes leadership transition with a new CEO.

Toyota Chairman Akio Toyoda publicly expressed deep reservations about the EV transition, contradicting his company's official climate commitments and electrification strategy.

Anker SOLIX launches early Prime Day power station discounts starting at $129 with bonus savings, while Ride1Up offers clearance pricing on its Portola folding e-bike from $895.

Tesla has reversed course on allowing Cybertruck buyers to transfer their Full Self-Driving software, forcing customers to repurchase the $20,000 feature.

3W Liners' modular dog seat cover uses zippered panels and adjustable straps to configure multiple coverage modes for pet transport in vehicles.

Smart Growth America reports over 75% of studied U.S. cities experienced elevated pedestrian fatality rates during the past five years despite federal safety initiatives.

Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe confirms the performance-oriented R3X crossover will arrive in approximately two years, tied to the company's Georgia factory launch.

BYD is outpacing Tesla in charging infrastructure with 1,500 kW "Flash Charging" stations, deploying 2.4x faster monthly and targeting global network parity within three years.

Gran Turismo 7's latest update adds four Le Mans Hypercar prototypes, including Ferrari's triple-winning 499P, bringing top-tier endurance racing to the simulator.

Kia's entry-level EV2 exceeded its official range rating by 105% in real-world testing, claiming top spot in its segment.

FEMA faces staffing gaps and leadership vacancies ahead of disaster season, though its acting administrator maintains the agency is prepared for hurricanes and wildfires.

Senator Mark Warner has introduced legislation to restore federal funding for MS-ISAC, a cybersecurity resource many state and local governments depend on for threat intelligence.

Tesla's rear-wheel-drive Model 3 exceeded its EPA range estimate by 30 miles in Edmunds testing, achieving nearly 400 miles on a single charge.

Decart unveils Oasis 3, a real-time world model generating photorealistic driving simulations for AV testing, now accessible to developers through API.

Surging electricity demand from AI data centers is forcing automakers like GM and Ford to pivot into energy storage, blurring industry boundaries.

Chrysler has issued a recall for the Pacifica Plug-in Hybrid, urging owners to stop charging and park outdoors due to battery fire risk.

Waymo has developed a new computer model designed to more accurately benchmark autonomous vehicle safety by simulating human driver behavior in crash scenarios.

The Tezeus C8 urban e-bike combines understated aesthetics with premium components, targeting European commuters willing to pay more for refined integration and performance.

BMW's new iX3 electric crossover has surpassed 10,000 sales and topped its European segment in April, marking a strong debut for the brand's 800-volt architecture.