The global transition to electric vehicles (EVs) is accelerating, driven by a combination of environmental policies, technological advancements, economies of scale for Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), compelling business cases, and shifting consumer preferences. As this momentum builds, the demand for robust EV infrastructure, particularly charging stations, is surging. This is particularly so when converting fleets… Read more »
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Efficient And Cost-Effective Power Conversion For Electric Commercial Vehicles
Electrification of commercial vehicles:Crucial to reducing emissions and creating a more sustainable transportation industry. Power conversion challenges:However, this transition poses several challenges in power conversion that must be effectively addressed to ensure the success of electric commercial vehicles. Efficient power conversion is vital for electric vehicles. Developing power electronics systems that can handle high voltages… Read more »
Efficient and cost-effective power conversion for electric commercial vehicles (Webinar)
Electrification of commercial vehicles is crucial to reducing emissions and creating a more sustainable transportation industry. However, this transition poses several challenges in power conversion that must be effectively addressed to ensure the success of electric commercial vehicles. Developing power electronics systems that can handle high voltages and currents while maintaining high efficiency is a… Read more »
Volvo electric truck conversion proves its mettle as a snowplow in the mountains of Norway
Electric trucks are proving that they can be more powerful, more reliable, easier to use and more cost-effective than legacy diesels, one grueling job at a time. If there’s one application that requires serious power and reliability, it’s clearing snow from roads in northern Norway. The Norwegian Road Administration recently tested an electric truck in… Read more »
Advocates call for UK to change outdated laws regarding EV conversions
EV advocacy group FairCharge is calling for the UK to change what it calls outdated laws that are holding back the EV conversion industry. By law, the UK’s Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) is required to retain CO2 emission ratings in vehicle logbooks for all cars built after 2001, even if they’ve been converted… Read more »
Ensorcia invests €200 million to build lithium hydroxide conversion plant in Europe
Chile-based Ensorcia Metals, a specialist in extraction and transformation of lithium, reports that as a first step in its global expansion plans, it will invest €200 million for the construction of a European lithium hydroxide conversion plant under the auspices of its subsidiary, Sorcia Europe. According to Ensorcia, operations are to begin in 2025 with… Read more »
California bill would make EV conversions eligible for state rebates
California has several state programs, including the Clean Vehicle Rebate Program (CVRP) and the Clean Cars for All Program, to encourage drivers to buy EVs. However, EV conversion fans have been feeling left out of the party. Now the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA), a trade group that represents the specialty automotive industry, has sponsored… Read more »
Electrogenic launches new EV conversion kits for Land Rover Defender, Jaguar E-Type and Porsche 911
British EV conversion specialist Electrogenic has expanded its range of drop-in EV conversion kits. The new products, which will be offered by Electrogenic’s Powered by Electrogenic arm, address three of the UK’s favorite classic cars: the Land Rover Defender, Jaguar E-Type and Porsche 911. The drop-in kits, which were developed and engineered in-house, will be… Read more »
Legacy EV to offer Revolt Systems’ high-performance electric motors for EV conversions
Revolt Systems manufactures high-performance electric motors for classic cars, and Legacy EV offers integrated EV systems and EV conversion kits from various manufacturers, as well as certified EV technician training programs and EV design consulting services. Over the last year, Legacy EV and Revolt Systems have been working together to help more classic car owners… Read more »