State Unveils ‘Green’ Number Plates in Major Push for Electric Vehicle Transition

State Unveils ‘Green’ Number Plates in Major Push for Electric Vehicle Transition

The Kenyan government has officially launched a new distinctive green number plate for electric vehicles (EVs), marking a symbolic and practical step in the country’s shift toward sustainable transport. The initiative was unveiled yesterday at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) by Transport Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir. Representing President William Ruto, Mr Chirchir also introduced a new national e-mobility policy framework designed to transform Kenya into a regional hub...
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How close are we to solid state batteries for electric vehicles?

How close are we to solid state batteries for electric vehicles?

Superionic materials promise greater range, faster charges and more safety. In early 2025, Mercedes-Benz ran its first road tests of an electric passenger car powered by a prototype solid-state battery pack. The carmaker predicts the next-gen battery will increase the electric vehicle’s driving range to over 620 miles (1,000 kilometers). Credit: Mercedes-Benz Group Every few weeks, it seems, yet another lab proclaims yet another breakthrough in the race to perfect solid-state batteries: next-g...
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