Stories about charging.

Anyone plugging their electric vehicle into an ultra-fast charger expects maximum range in minimum time. For High-Power Charging (HPC) to unleash its full potential, an unsung hero works behind the scenes: thermal management. It precisely regulates the EV's battery temperature, protecting sensitive battery cells from thermal stress and laying the technical foundation for lightning-fast charging.

The high-voltage battery is one of the most important and expensive components of an electric vehicle. That makes it worth taking a closer look at the EV battery warranty. Terms such as “8 years”, a specific mileage limit or a guaranteed State of Health may seem straightforward at first, but the details ultimately depend on the manufacturer’s warranty conditions. Understanding what these terms mean can help you assess warranty coverage more accurately and know what to look for when buying a used EV.

The remaining range is dropping, the battery indicator is approaching zero – and suddenly one question comes to mind: what happens when an EV battery runs out? Does the vehicle stop immediately at 0% battery, or is there still some reserve left? Modern electric vehicles usually issue warnings well in advance and may reduce power shortly before coming to a stop. Here, we explain how these protective mechanisms work and what you should do when the battery level gets low.

Every electric car carries a small mine with it: lithium, nickel, cobalt, manganese, graphite, copper and aluminium. The raw materials used in an EV battery determine the price, range and charging behaviour of your vehicle. And a lot is changing in this area right now.

The rapid growth of electromobility presents towns and cities with a central task: they need to find suitable charging station locations before demand outstrips the existing infrastructure. Where a rapid charging station is built largely determines whether it is well used, operates economically and is embraced by local residents. Municipalities have a key role to play here, because they hold public land, on-street space and the knowledge of local mobility patterns.

Park, get out, done. No cable from the trunk, no plug, no cold fingers in winter. What has long been commonplace with smartphones is now reaching electric cars. Since mid-September 2026, wireless charging for the Porsche Cayenne Electric in Germany has been available to order. This brings the inductive charging station out of the research lab and into the private garage.

When switching to an electric car for the first time, almost everyone experiences the same thing: You take your foot off the accelerator pedal, and the car noticeably slows down, without you doing anything. This is not a fault, but clever energy management. Behind it is regenerative braking, and its strongest form is called one-pedal driving. In this article, we explain exactly how both work, how much range you can actually recover with them and what you should keep in mind in everyday driving.

If you drive an electric car, you’ll know this everyday question: Where can I charge quickly and reliably when I’m on the road? This is exactly where the Deutschlandnetz comes in. With this government-organized fast-charging network, the German federal government aims to ensure that you can reach a high-performance charging station within a short time anywhere in Germany.

Every electric vehicle battery has its own lifecycle. But what happens when it can no longer deliver the performance required for use in an EV? From reuse to battery recycling, there are several ways to make the most efficient use of the resources already contained in a battery.

In winter, it becomes particularly clear how much temperature and climate control can affect an EV’s energy consumption. If you want to get into a warm car in the morning, the energy needed to heat the interior comes from the traction battery – leaving less available for driving. A heat pump can make heating an EV more efficient. But how does the technology work, how much can it affect range, and is it worthwhile for every driving profile?

More electric vehicles mean a greater need for places to charge – but the number of charging stations alone says little about how well the infrastructure actually works in everyday life. Germany’s EV charging infrastructure continues to expand in 2026, yet availability, charging power and regional coverage still vary considerably. Looking beyond the headline figures therefore reveals what really matters when assessing the country’s charging network.

As the number of electric vehicles grows, so does the number of high-powered home EV chargers. At the same time, electricity grids need to manage periods of high demand reliably. This is where Section 14a of the German Energy Industry Act (EnWG) comes in. The regulation provides a framework for flexibly controlling certain electrical devices while still enabling new grid connections. Below, we explain what this means for your home charger and your everyday charging routine.