Sensata Technologies has launched its FaultBreak high-voltage contactor for EV power systems, a passive, resettable fault-protection device that combines the functions of a fuse and a contactor in a single component, simplifying high-voltage fault management for more efficient, higher-voltage EV architectures. Sensata says FaultBreak’s fault-clearing capability has been validated up to 16 kA at 1… Read more »
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New study: plug-in hybrids use three times more fuel than automakers claim (even when drivers do plug them in)
Plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) are the epitome of a transitional technology. Their boosters say they enable drivers to complete many journeys on battery power, while offering more range for longer trips. Detractors say that they would, if owners actually plugged them in. Despite the best efforts of skeptical journalists, automakers have largely refused to release any… Read more »
Turntide’s new axial flux drive unit delivers up to 700 kW peak in a stackable package
Turntide Technologies has unveiled a modular axial flux electric drive unit (EDU) that integrates motor, inverter and gearing with shared cooling in a single package. The company says the axial flux design delivers 53% higher torque density than a comparable radial flux motor in 58% less volume and at 37% less weight. The platform supports… Read more »
Infineon launches isolated gate driver ICs with opto-emulator input for SiC migration
As the power electronics industry shifts from silicon IGBTs to SiC MOSFETs—driven largely by the efficiency demands of EV inverters, onboard chargers and DC fast charging—one persistent headache has been the gate driver. Legacy designs built around optocouplers and opto-emulators typically need significant rework to handle SiC’s faster switching speeds and higher noise immunity requirements…. Read more »
MiddleGround acquires Pi Innovo to integrate into New Eagle vehicle control platform
MiddleGround Capital, a private equity firm focused on middle-market B2B industrial and specialty distribution companies, has acquired Pi Innovo from Powertrain manufacturer Dana. MiddleGround will integrate Pi Innovo, which designs and develops open platform electronic control systems and control software for electrification, clean fuel and specialty mobility applications, into New Eagle, which it acquired in… Read more »
Off-highway’s electric shift: why voltage, modularity and e-hydraulics matter
Electrification of off-highway vehicles isn’t new. What’s new is the combination of battery economics, tighter urban rules and a rapidly evolving global supply chain—forces that are pushing OEMs to rethink machine architecture, service strategy and the realities of charging on a jobsite. Danfoss Editron’s Eric Azeroual on off-highway electrification trends Electrification is often framed as… Read more »
Cutting-edge connector solutions for next-generation vehicle challenges
Sponsored by Heilind. Hirose delivers innovative connector solutions that power the future of automotive technology. Trusted by the world’s leading OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, its portfolio addresses the full spectrum of applications—from EV powertrains and charging systems to ADAS, LiDAR, infotainment, and in-vehicle networks. With expertise in miniaturization, high-speed transmission, and rugged power delivery,… Read more »
Webinar: Advancing EV thermal management with Phase Change Materials (PCMs)
Unlock next‑generation cooling performance for EV power electronics and ADAS As electric vehicles evolve toward higher computing power and smarter ADAS capabilities, thermal challenges are becoming more critical than ever. Highly integrated systems generate significantly more heat-demanding innovative solutions that go beyond conventional thermal interface materials. This session provides an in-depth exploration of state‑of‑the‑art Phase… Read more »
5 overlooked EV components that are prone to vibration failure
Sponsored by Team Corporation. Electric vehicles have taken the automotive industry by storm as the United States aims to lower transportation emissions. However, while these efficient vehicles utilize cutting-edge technologies and deliver impressive results, some components remain prone to vibration failure. 1 Fasteners High-frequency vibrations from EV motors can result in standard fasteners loosening, which… Read more »
US-based Energy Fuels’ Dy oxide qualifies for use in EV motor permanent magnets
Dysprosium (Dy) oxide produced by US-based critical raw materials supplier Energy Fuels has passed initial purity and quality assurance and quality control benchmarks at an unnamed South Korean automotive manufacturer for rare earth permanent magnet production. Energy Fuels produced the first kilogram of Dy oxide at its White Mesa Mill in Utah in August 2025,… Read more »