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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COOLBat project develops lightweight EV battery enclosures
Researchers from Germany’s Fraunhofer Institute for Machine Tools and Forming Technology IWU have teamed up with partners in the COOLBat joint research project to develop next-generation battery enclosures for EVs. The COOLBat project focuses on making lighter enclosures to reduce power consumption and increase driving range by combining individual systems, packing more functions into a… Read more »
New York State receives $21 million in federal funding to expand EV charging infrastructure
Funded by a $21-million federal National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) grant, New York State’s new Upstate NEVI Direct Current Fast Charger (DCFC) program will expand DCFC infrastructure, initially at locations along and north of I-84, including areas north to the Canadian border and west to Buffalo. The competitive program is administered by the New York… Read more »
Factorial develops Solstice solid-state battery with customer Mercedes-Benz
Factorial has launched an all-solid-state battery developed with customer Mercedes-Benz to extend EV driving range. Solstice incorporates a dry cathode design for more efficient production. It delivers specific energy of up to 450 Wh/kg while reducing vehicle weight and increasing efficiency, which can extend EV range by up to 80%, according to the company. The… Read more »
Impact launches battery production line for heavy-duty EV batteries
Impact Clean Power Technology, which manufactures custom battery systems for heavy-duty transport, machinery and large-scale energy storage, has launched a new automated lithium-ion battery production line at its GigafactoryX site in Poland. The new line will allow the company to increase its annual production capacity from 2,500 lithium-ion batteries, totaling 0.6 GWh, to at least… Read more »
Stellantis Invests $406 million to prepare for EV production at Michigan facilities
Stellantis has announced new investment of some $406 million at three Michigan facilities to support its “multi-energy” strategy, and confirmed that the Sterling Heights Assembly Plant (SHAP) will be the company’s first US plant to build a fully electric vehicle. Stellantis is investing $235.5 million at its Sterling Heights Assembly Plant (SHAP) to prepare for… Read more »
Removing roadblocks to vehicle electrification
Sponsored by TTI and Molex. The future is electric. Indeed, the electrification of products, systems, and processes is happening at an accelerated pace in countless industrial and consumer settings. These changes are driven by advanced electronic technologies in lieu of conventional methods such as hydraulics and pneumatics. Nowhere else is the acceleration of electrification more… Read more »
XING Mobility unveils new immersion cooling battery system for commercial EVs
Taiwan-based XING Mobility, which is developing immersion cooling battery technologies, launched its latest modular cooling system for medium and heavy-duty commercial vehicles. Building on XING’s Immersio XM25 cell-to-pack system introduced in 2019, the Immersio XM28 uses ternary lithium chemistry and optimized space to provide higher energy density, according to the company. The system features active… Read more »
Schneider’s new Charge Pro commercial charger is part of an end-to-end EV charging solution
Energy management and automation specialist Schneider Electric has announced its new Charge Pro AC Level 2 commercial EV charger. Engineered to deliver energy-efficient and sustainable charging for commercial fleets, workplaces, multifamily residences and destination venues, the Charge Pro offers durability, fast setup and integrated support for commercial EV charging. What’s more, the new commercial charger… Read more »
The Versatility Of Automotive Fuses In Non-Automotive Applications
In the world of electrical engineering, the automotive fuse is often considered as a vehicle-specific component. However, its robust design, reliability, and cost-effectiveness make it an asset far beyond the automotive industry. This webinar aims to explore the versatility and practical advantages of integrating automotive protection devices, specifically fuses, into non-automotive applications. We will begin… Read more »