The Changan Nevo A06 is set to become the first mass-produced passenger EV powered by a sodium-ion battery. The vehicle is developed by Changan Automobile and uses battery technology supplied by CATL.

The sodium ion battery has been widely discussed in the industry, but has not previously been deployed at this scale in a passenger vehicle.

Sodium Ion Advantages

The Nevo A06 underwent winter testing in Inner Mongolia, where temperatures dropped far below typical EV operating conditions. According to the companies, the vehicle was able to charge normally at around -30 degrees Celsius and continued operating at temperatures as low as -50 degrees Celsius.

At -40 degrees Celsius, the battery retained more than 90% of its original capacity. This level of performance is difficult to achieve with lithium iron phosphate batteries commonly used in electric vehicles.

Driving Range

The initial battery pack has a capacity of 45 kilowatt hours and delivers a claimed driving range of just over 400 kilometers based on China’s CLTC testing cycle.

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While the range is similar to entry-level EVs using lithium iron phosphate batteries, CATL said the sodium ion pack provides significantly better performance in cold weather.

The company said the battery can deliver several times more power than comparable lithium iron phosphate batteries at sub-zero temperatures. This helps maintain acceleration and cabin heating while reducing range loss.

Cheaper and Easier to Source

Sodium-ion batteries do not use lithium. Sodium is more abundant, less expensive, and less exposed to supply chain disruptions.

CATL also said the sodium ion cells offer improved safety and are more resistant to thermal runaway. The company said the batteries have passed extreme abuse tests without catching fire.

Launch Timeline

CATL described the introduction of sodium ion batteries as the start of a dual chemistry phase in electric vehicles, where sodium ion and lithium ion batteries are used depending on climate, cost, and application.

The Changan Nevo A06 is expected to launch in China around mid 2026. CATL said sodium-ion battery packs are expected to expand across Changan’s broader vehicle lineup over time.

For now, the rollout is limited to China.

Animal rescue is about to become a lot easier in Pakistan, thanks to the country’s first-ever dedicated mobile app, Woofy. Woofy recently became available to the public following a launch event on Sunday.

Woofy facilitates animal rescue through quick reporting and responding. Through this mobile app, anyone can report cases of an injured, abandoned, or abused animal within minutes.

Here’s how it works.

As the screenshots show, you can tap on the green “Report Now” button to get started. Here, you need to choose a category between Injured, Abused, or Abandoned through the buttons at the top. Then, add further details, including a picture of the animal, location, and a contact number. You can also add additional notes to share more details about the animal.

Case reporters and rescuers have separate profiles on the app so both can find each other easily. Similarly, the app has two separate dashboards. One tracks the status of rescued animals, and the other helps manage reports and updates. Both dashboards are updated in real-time.

Once the case is reported, anyone using the app can view the case to provide rescue. Woofy has partnered with vets and clinics to make it easier for rescuers to find facilities nearby, including those providing discounts. Woofy also plans to add transportation services dedicated specifically to animal rescue soon, with vehicles meant to take you and your animal to nearby vets.

Woofy has been in the works for a year and was founded by animal welfare activists Yair Salman and Talha Chaudry. It is available for both iOS and Android through the App Store and the Google Play Store. It is only available in Islamabad and Rawalpindi, with plans to expand to additional cities in the future.

Plans to launch satellite-based internet services in Pakistan have slowed due to regulatory and security concerns, despite strong interest from major global technology companies.

Officials say one of the main concerns is oversight. Existing internet services can be monitored or suspended during security situations, but authorities may face difficulties blocking satellite-based connectivity when needed. This has made regulation a key issue for policymakers.

US-based satellite internet provider Starlink has completed its technical preparations to launch services in Pakistan.

However, the regulatory framework required for such operations has not yet been finalised. Sources said satellite internet services cannot begin without a clear licensing and compliance system, even if companies are technically ready.

Currently, five companies are seeking licences to offer satellite-based internet services in Pakistan and have expressed plans to invest millions of dollars in the country. According to the Pakistan Space Activities Regulatory Board (PSARB), these companies include Starlink, Shanghai Spacecom Satellite Technology Limited (SSST), OneWeb of the Eutelsat Group, Amazon’s Project Kuiper, and Canadian satellite operator Telesat.

PSARB officials said most of these firms have already completed significant preparatory work for launching their services. They also noted that Chinese companies currently have stronger market penetration in Pakistan compared to US firms and are actively moving into the satellite internet sector, where Starlink is considered a direct competitor.

Despite this progress, the registration and licensing process remains pending. PSARB officials said the board has yet to finalise the licensing regime.

While consultations with stakeholders have been completed, the government requires more time to introduce safety mechanisms before allowing satellite-based internet services to start operating in Pakistan.