Tesla announced plans to open up its Supercharger network to drivers of other brands’ EVs some years ago, but making this a reality remains a work in progress. EVs equipped with a CCS connector need an adapter to work with Tesla’s NACS (also known as SAE J3400) connector, and the Supercharger network’s software must be… Read more »
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Designing dust collection systems for optimal battery production (Webinar)
This presentation will explore critical dust and fume control strategies in Li-ion battery manufacturing. We’ll delve into key design considerations, including centralized systems for processes like mixing and coating, and decentralized solutions like small, process-specific collectors for cell manufacturing. We’ll discuss the advantages of a hybrid approach, ensuring flexibility for future advancements in battery technology…. Read more »
Schneider Electric begins to sell Charge Pro charging solution in Europe
Schneider Electric, an energy management company, has announced the debut of the Schneider Charge Pro charging station in Europe. France will be the first European market in which the charging solution will be sold. The Charge Pro is an “energy-efficient electric vehicle charging solution designed to accelerate EV adoption among owners of commercial fleets and… Read more »
Centennial College adds mandatory EV and hybrid coursework to its 2-year auto tech program
Centennial College’s School of Transportation, which claims to be Canada’s largest on-site transportation training facility, will require students entering the Automotive-Motive Power Technician program to complete EV and hybrid vehicle training, as of the fall 2024 semester. The Motive Power Technician two-year degree program covers a variety of topics necessary for students seeking a career… Read more »
Nissan to launch affordable V2G technology in 2026
Nissan has announced that it will introduce affordable bidirectional charging on select EV models in 2026. Vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology enables EV owners to sell electricity stored in their car’s battery back to the grid or to use it for powering their homes. A year-long trial in the UK at the University of Nottingham validated the… Read more »
Safer EV systems through advanced power distribution and protection
Sponsored by Eaton. Electric vehicles (EVs) are becoming more popular and affordable as the demand for clean and sustainable mobility grows. However, EVs have increasingly higher power levels that can have unsafe overcurrent situations. To address these challenges, EVs need reliable and efficient power distribution and protection solutions that can ensure safety, performance, and durability… Read more »
LG Energy Solution to supply batteries for Ford’s electric commercial vans in Europe
South Korea-based LG Energy Solution has signed agreements with Ford Motor to supply battery modules from its Poland facility for Ford’s commercial vans in the UK and EU. Under the contracts, LG Energy Solution is expected to supply a total of 109 GWh of batteries to Ford for its electric commercial vans starting in 2026,… Read more »
2024 Honda Prologue: Japan’s most American brand gets serious about EVs
As it did in previous decades, Honda has used another maker’s car to enter a new US segment. Honda is often known as the world’s largest maker of internal combustion engines—more than 14 million of them a year. It sells those engines in a variety of containers, from home generators and lawn mowers to ATVs… Read more »
Nissan’s LFP battery production receives Japanese government certification
Nissan Motor has received certification for its development and mass production of in-vehicle, lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries from the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) in Japan. Nissan intends to establish a base in Japan by strengthening the supply chain of storage batteries, a Japanese government policy, and promoting the use of EVs… Read more »
Pando Electric launches integrated EV charging for multifamily properties
California-headquartered EV charging company Pando Electric has introduced an EV charging system designed for multifamily properties that uses existing NEMA 14-50 electrical sockets to minimize upfront setup costs. The system integrates compact Level 2 charging hardware with adaptive load-management software, which is designed to prevent capacity overload, enable smart metering and automatically scale back charging… Read more »
