South Florida-based EVannex represents a classic all-American tech startup story. Founder Roger Pressman is an engineer who’s been fascinated by EVs since the bad old days of GM’s EV1. When he saw a Tesla Model S alpha prototype in early 2011, it was love at first sight. He bought a Model S Signature Series (a… Read more »
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Daimler expects shift to EVs to cut into profit growth this year
As the shape of the new EV economy begins to come into focus, it doesn’t look that rosy for existing automakers, at least in the short term. The first public acknowledgment of this has come from Daimler, which recently said it expects profit growth to come to a sudden halt this year, partly due to… Read more »
Tesla’s top motor engineer talks about designing a permanent magnet machine for Model 3
Most mainstream EVs from major automakers have used some form of permanent magnet traction motor technology, with two high-profile exceptions: Tesla’s Model S and Model X both use induction motor technology. Internet engineering forums are full of compelling arguments for using both technologies in vehicles, as well as loads of speculation on what drove Tesla… Read more »
The Charging market in Europe and the US: EVBox explains the difference
Since EV charging company EVBox was founded in the Netherlands in 2010, it has grown to see its charging stations in over 30 countries around the world, powering nearly 1,000 cities. “On a global level, we have more than 50,000 connected smart charging stations. We have the largest installed base worldwide,” EVBox CEO Kristof Vereenooghe… Read more »
2018 smart fortwo loses its top – and its gas engine
The smart isn’t for everyone, and it has never pretended to be. The media buzz these days centers around the trendy trio – Model 3, the Bolt and the new LEAF, each of which aspires to be “your affordable, every-day, one-and-only car,” as Motor Trend recently put it. The smart does not aspire to any… Read more »
Harley-Davidson confirms it will bring electric motorcycle to market
In 2014, Harley-Davidson took its LiveWire prototype electric motorcycle on a road trip to gauge consumer interest. During a recent earnings call, the company announced plans to bring an electric motorcycle to market. The marketing plan will be based on research from the 12,000 people who rode the LiveWire. “You’ve heard us talk about Project… Read more »
Mercedes to build EVs in six plants on three continents
Mercedes-Benz is in the process of building out hubs for the production of EVs and batteries around the globe, and plans to build its EVs in six plants on three continents. By 2022, Daimler plans to have at least one electrified option in all Mercedes model series. The company will offer more than 50 electrified… Read more »
Revolutionary continuous mixing process for producing Li-ion electrode slurries: Lower costs and higher quality
Sponsored by Bühler By Dr. Adrian Spillmann, Head of Market Segment Battery Solutions with Grinding & Dispersion Technologies at Bühler The manufacturers of lithium-ion batteries are currently in the process of massively expanding their global capacity. These investments are being driven by rising demand for electric vehicles, among other things. By 2025, the market for such vehicles… Read more »
Rapid Electronics and ICEE partner to offer integrated charging installation service
UK electronics supplier Rapid Electronics and ICEE Managed Services have entered into a partnership to introduce an integrated EV charging installation service aimed at the commercial, B2B and local authority markets. The new service will span the planning, procurement and delivery process, including equipment selection, supply, installation and lifetime maintenance. Rapid is an official distributor… Read more »
EV Safe Charge installation service connects the dots for EV buyers
Buying an EV can be a relatively simple task for those who have bought a vehicle in the past. Too often however, what goes unnoticed is the complexities involved in EV charger installations. Whether it is choosing the right manufacturer, finding a reliable electrician, or understanding compatibility and safety, installation for both businesses and consumers… Read more »