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Siemens combines eMobility and Heliox EV charging business units


German electronics giant Siemens is combining its eMobility business with heavy-duty EV charging specialist Heliox, which it acquired at the start of the year. Heliox focuses on providing DC fast charging systems to electric bus and truck fleets.  The Heliox acquisition extended Siemens’ market reach, primarily in Europe and North America, while improving its capabilities… Read more…

TLX introduces new modular valve products for EV thermal management


US-based solenoid and valve system manufacturer TLX Technologies is introducing the first two components in its new family of modular 4-way and 3-way switching valves, designed to give OEM and system design teams thermal management controls that suit multiple vehicle platforms. The high-flow valves deliver low cross-flow leakage, reducing the challenge for design teams to… Read more…

Jens Hartmann from MAN Truck & Bus SE: MAN’s Modular eTruck Revolution  


At IAA Transportation in Hannover, Jens Hartmann, Vice President of eTruck at MAN Truck & Bus SE, gave us a closer look at the company’s modular electric truck. Offering flexibility, customisation, and reduced total cost of ownership, Hartmann says the eTruck is set to transform the logistics industry with its innovative battery configuration and high-power charging capabilities. Read more…

Over 27,000 Porsche Tacans recalled due to batteries short circuiting

Green Car Reports
The Porsche Taycan has been recalled, again. The root cause is once again the electric car’s battery pack. On Monday, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) posted the recall for certain 2021 to 2024 Porsche Taycans. The recall is due to the high-voltage battery pack, which may experience a short circuit within the battery… Read more…

Mercedes teases electric VAN.EA prototype as testing goes underway

ArenaEV
Mercedes-Benz Vans – the commercial side of Mercedes – lifted the curtain off its new VAN.EA platform. Starting in 2026, all newly developed medium and large vans from the German automaker will be based on the scalable electric architecture. The VAN.EA platform Van Electric Architecture, is designed for versatility. It will underpin a wide range of vans, from luxury private… Read more…