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EcoFlow Launches 2kWh Portable Power Station
Akihiro Komuro EcoFlow Technology Japan has announced that it launched its new “DELTA 3 2000 Air” portable power station. Positioned in the 2kWh class, the new unit combines 1,920Wh of storage capacity with a lightweight design aimed at improving portability for household backup power, vehicle use and outdoor applications. The company simultaneously released a 220W lightweight bifacial solar panel using TOPCon cells, presenting the products as a combined solution for improving energy self-sufficiency during outages and off-grid use.
Despite its relatively compact dimensions of 220 × 223 × 426 mm, the DELTA 3 2000 Air offers rated output of 1,000W with 1,500W surge capacity and dual AC outlets. EcoFlow says the unit can support essential appliances such as refrigerators, lighting, notebook PCs and communications equipment during blackouts. The product uses lithium iron phosphate batteries and is rated for about 3,000 charge-discharge cycles while retaining 70% capacity, underscoring its positioning as a long-life backup power device rather than a short-term consumer gadget.
The company also highlighted disaster-preparedness and business continuity planning (BCP) applications, noting that the system can be used for communications backup, temporary server protection and auxiliary power for medical devices in homes and small offices. Its flat handle and compact form factor are intended to make storage easier in limited spaces such as under car seats or in narrow household gaps. The newly launched 220W bifacial solar panel, weighing approximately 5.1 kg, is designed to complement the power station by enabling more autonomous power supply in disaster or outdoor settings. -
BYD Indonesia EV Plant Nears Production
Akihiro Komuro Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer BYD is moving closer to launching local production in Indonesia as construction of its EV assembly plant in Subang, West Java, progresses toward operational readiness. The facility is designed with an annual production capacity of approximately 150,000 vehicles and is currently entering the final preparation stage ahead of full-scale production.
According to reports, the plant has begun trial production and manufacturing line verification as the company prepares for commercial operations. The project represents one of the largest EV manufacturing investments in Indonesia and reflects the country’s efforts to attract electric vehicle production.
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BYD Launches Blade Battery/Charging Technology
Jack Hao BYD has launched its second-generation Blade Battery and Flash Charging Technology—yet another disruptive technology milestone in new energy vehicle history—officially ushering the industry into the “Flash Charging Era.”
The second-generation Blade Battery achieves breakthroughs across multiple dimensions, delivering ultra-fast charging performance: it can charge from 10% to 70% in just 5 minutes and from 10% to 97% in only 9 minutes at normal temperature, while even in extreme cold conditions of -30°C, it takes merely 12 minutes to charge from 20% to 97%—just 3 minutes longer than at room temperature.
On the strategic front, BYD has launched the “Flash Charging China” initiative, with plans to establish 20,000 flash charging stations by the end of 2026, including 2,000 highway flash charging stations, while partnering with operators to build an additional 18,000 cooperative flash charging stations. In terms of mass production rollout, the technology will debut in the first batch of 10 models including the Yangwang U8 2026 Edition, Datang, and Song Ultra EV, with flash charging technology cascading down to mainstream 150,000 yuan-class vehicles within the year; first-batch vehicle owners will be entitled to one year of complimentary flash charging privileges.
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TREM V Emission Rules May Reshape Industry
Aditya Kondejkar In March, the government of India released the draft proposal for TREM V emission norms, setting in motion what could become the most significant regulatory transition for the off-highway sector since the adoption of TREM IV.
Covering construction equipment, agricultural machinery, mining vehicles, and gensets, the proposed norms represent a decisive push towards global alignment, tighter emission control, and advanced digital monitoring.
TREM V aims to sharply reduce particulate matter, nitrogen oxides, and ultrafine particle emissions by mandating technologies such as diesel particulate filters (DPF), selective catalytic reduction (SCR) systems, enhanced engine calibration, and robust onboard diagnostics. While this brings India closer to frameworks like EU Stage V, it also sets the stage for a disruptive cost cycle for OEMs and customers alike. Early estimates indicate that machine prices may rise between US$ 1,600-US$ 3,200 (₹1.5–3 lakh) depending on horsepower and engine configuration, creating immediate uncertainty around demand planning and inventory strategies.
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Tesla Semi Lines Up for $165M in California Incentives
Chris Fisher The update was initially reported by The Los Angeles Times.
Tesla reportedly is positioned to receive roughly $165 million in California clean-truck incentives for its Semi.
As per the Times, the Tesla Semi’s funding will come from California’s Hybrid and Zero-Emission Truck and Bus Incentive Project (HVIP), which was designed to accelerate the adoption of cleaner medium- and heavy-duty vehicles. Since its launch in 2009, the HVIP has distributed more than $1.6 billion to support zero-emission trucks and buses across the state.
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Boot 2026 Shows Strong Shift To Outboard Power
Natasa Mulahalilovic Boot Düsseldorf 2026 welcomed more than 200,000 visitors over nine days (Jan. 17-25) and hosted about 1,500 exhibitors from 120 countries. The show was about the same size as that of the 2025 event, but last year’s show drew exhibitors from only about 67 countries.
Boot once again confirmed its position as the world’s leading indoor boat show. The event covered the entire spectrum of the marine industry, including motorboats, yachts and superyachts, catamarans, sailing boats, outboard and electric boats, engines, power generation systems, equipment and components, as well as touristic services, charter companies, and boating clubs.
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Toyota Engine Plant To Resume Production in 2028
Fabio Ferraresi Toyota’s engine manufacturing plant in Porto Feliz (SP), Brazil, will not resume full production until 2028 after suffering severe structural damage caused by a storm in September 2025. The facility, responsible for producing flex-fuel ICE engines for models such as Corolla, Corolla Cross and Yaris, was heavily damaged, requiring complete reconstruction. Only the original foundation slab will be reused, with a new industrial building designed to incorporate higher levels of automation and a more compact manufacturing layout.
During the reconstruction period, Toyota implemented contingency measures, including the installation of a temporary structure in Porto Feliz to maintain partial engine production. Part of the workforce was reassigned to the Sorocaba plant, while other employees entered temporary layoff programs. The company plans to test a new productivity and manufacturing concept by the end of 2027, with full operational normalization scheduled for 2028.
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