Top 7 must-read electric vehicle technology stories of 2025

In 2025, electric vehicle (EV) technology made significant strides in powertrains, battery chemistry, and manufacturing processes, pushing the boundaries of range, efficiency, and performance. Notably, new electric and hybrid models achieved driving ranges exceeding 800 miles on a single charge, with advances in solid-state battery technology showing promise to outperform traditional lithium-ion cells. Innovations also included novel battery manufacturing methods that reduced energy consumption and factory footprints, alongside breakthroughs in electric motor power density that enable lighter and more efficient EV platforms. Key highlights from the year include Mazda’s EZ-60 electric SUV, co-developed with Changan Automobile, which offers up to 373 miles on a lithium-iron phosphate (LFP) battery and an extended-range variant capable of over 807 miles combining electric and gasoline power. Chinese automaker Geely introduced the Galaxy M9 plug-in hybrid SUV, boasting a remarkable 935-mile combined range and fast charging that reaches 80% in about 15 minutes. Toyota researchers developed