Darmstadt, Germany-based public transport operator HEAG mobilo operates over 150 buses and trams, and transports almost 50 million passengers per year. The company began electrifying in 2020 and now has 55 electric buses in its fleet, 46 of them Mercedes models. The latest addition to HEAG’s fleet consists of five battery-electric Mercedes‑Benz eCitaro 12‑meter solo… Read more »
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Autel and Mer partner to expand AC EV charging systems across Europe
EV charger supplier Autel Energy Europe has formed a strategic partnership with Mer, a provider of EV charging systems, to integrate Autel’s range of MaxiCharger AC products into Mer’s expanding charging network throughout key markets, including the Nordics, the UK, Germany and Austria. Autel’s MaxiCharger AC series is designed to offer user-friendly charging options suitable… Read more »
How inverter and motor developers can achieve 0.1% efficiency improvements
Sponsored by Hioki. Energy efficiency is vital for the development of electric vehicles, especially in inverter and motor design. Even marginal efficiency gains, such as precise 0.1% improvements, can significantly enhance vehicle range and overall performance. However, developers face challenges with traditional power analyzers, including inaccuracies due to discrepancies between simulations and actual data, prolonged… Read more »
Schaeffler launches new electric motors, actuators, sensors and bearings for off-highway EVs
Germany’s Schaeffler Group manufactures a vast variety of “motion technology” products, including many EV components. The company recently introduced several new products aimed at the electric construction machinery market. Electric drive systems are increasingly showing up on construction sites, particularly in Germany, where some local governments have banned legacy ICE vehicles from urban sites. Schaeffler… Read more »
2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9: priciest Hyundai is huge inside, offers comfortable three-row travel
PROS: Capacious; rated range over 300 miles; built in the US; silent, smooth; NACS charging port. CONS: The most expensive Hyundai; looks are in the eye of the beholder. The 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 is the brand’s largest and priciest electric vehicle. In fact, it’s the priciest Hyundai period, now that Genesis is the Korean… Read more »
Webinar: EV fleet strategies for operational efficiency and cost savings
The transition to electric fleets is a complex journey that requires careful planning and strategic partnerships. In this webinar, we will explore the key economic and regulatory drivers behind the increasing adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) in commercial fleets, as well as the strategic advantages of prioritizing sustainability. We will also delve into the challenges… Read more »
Be.EV to invest £20 million in 200 EV fast charging bays at UK retail sites
UK EV charging network Be.EV has agreed to spend £20 million (£26.6 million) to install more than 200 EV charging bays across 22 retail and leisure properties across the UK managed by Schroders Capital. Be.EV will fully fund the installation and maintenance of the chargers at sites managed by five Schroders Capital real estate funds,… Read more »
Durapower partners with GEBA to supply battery packs for construction
Durapower Technology, a lithium-ion battery manufacturer, has announced a partnership with Green Road Machines, or GEBA, a company that specializes in the electrification of road construction machinery, to facilitate its entry into the construction machinery sector. Based in the Netherlands, GEBA showcased its construction vehicles that incorporate Durapower’s battery packs. The two companies worked together… Read more »
Stampable dielectric tape solutions for battery packs
Sponsored by Avery Dennison. A conformable dielectric tape solution EV battery pack voltages are increasing, resulting in greater pack energy density and improved vehicle performance. With this increase, however, comes a greater need for dielectric solutions that are not only reliable and durable, but complement modern pack design and the needs of manufacturing processes. The… Read more »
California FedEx contractor orders five Motiv Electric Trucks
NorCal Logistics, a woman-owned FedEx contractor and pick-up and delivery service provider in Northern California, has taken a first step towards electrifying its truck fleet, ordering five electric Class 6 step vans from California-based Motiv Electric Trucks. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area, Motiv produces a range of electric vehicles,… Read more »
