Battery inspection technology firm EVident Battery has closed a $3.2-million seed funding round to accelerate the development of its products. The round was led by Ibex Investors, and included Nationwide Ventures, Automotive Ventures, Avesta Fund and angels in the EV space. EVident Battery has developed non-destructive EV battery pack inspection systems that execute in less… Read more…

Volvo Trucks and German manufacturer Putzmeister have developed an electric concrete pump truck to be delivered to the Swedish construction company Swerock. The concrete pump was developed in response to a request from Swerock, which is a long-time customer of Volvo Trucks. The four-axle electric pump truck has a total weight of 32 tonnes and… Read more…

Schaltbau, a provider of a wide range of DC power solutions, has expanded its Eddicy lineup with a series of compact, high-performance contactors designed to meet the requirements of stationary and mobile megawatt charging. “Megawatt charging represents a milestone in commercial e-mobility. By reducing charging time to the length of a driver’s break, it significantly… Read more…

PHYTEC Messtechnik produces modular embedded electronics designed to accelerate and simplify the development of EV charging solutions. At the upcoming Power2Drive Europe trade show in Europe, the company will present two new products: the phyVERSO-EVCS charge controller, which features an open-source-based operating system; and the EVCS-Cube—a complete development kit for prototyping and functional testing of… Read more…

EV manufacturer Harbinger has unveiled a plug-in series hybrid vehicle for medium-duty fleets. The new model features a gas-powered range extender that charges the battery. Harbinger’s hybrid chassis is currently being used by RV manufacturer Thor Industries, which operates companies including Airstream, Jayco, Tiffin and Thor Motor Coach. The new PHEV is currently available for… Read more…

Addionics, maker of 3D Current Collectors, has received funding from materials science company Avery Dennison as an extension of its Series B round to support plans to scale its production process. Addionics’ provides’ Smart 3D Current Collectors are designed to enhance battery performance while reducing production costs. Designed for mass production on roll-to-roll integrated lines,… Read more…

TOSS Machine Components, a manufacturer of impulse heat-sealing components and supplies, has introduced a line of seal-and-cut heat-seal bands designed to address the specific needs of sealing battery cells and packs. The company’s Beaded Bands, T-Profile Bands and Custom Seal-Cut (CSC) Bands deliver consistent, reliable seals while cutting polymeric films in a single process, the… Read more…

Curbside charging pioneer it’s electric has installed two chargers as part of a new pilot program in San Francisco. The deployment is the result of months of collaboration between it’s electric and various city agencies. Data evaluation and lessons learned from the pilot will inform recommendations to establish a more permanent curbside charging permitting process…. Read more…

Bradenton, Florida-based ETCO Automotive Products offers a vast selection of automotive parts. The company’s catalog comprises over 1,800 standard parts, including spark plug and distributor terminals, insulation boots and battery terminals. ETCO’s parts are manufactured in the USA, and meet SAE J2031 and 2032, and ISO 9001:2015 standards. Customers include auto OEMs and major distributors…. Read more…

International Motors has introduced a new electric Class 8 regional haul tractor: the International eRH Series. The eRH joins the International eMV Series and the IC Bus Electric CE Series in International’s electric vehicle lineup.  Designed to meet the demands of heavy-duty regional and drayage fleets, the eRH Series is available in 4×2 and 6×4… Read more…

Some expect sodium, which is cheaper and more readily available than such materials as lithium, cobalt and nickel, to power the next generation of EV battery technology. Now Chinese battery giant Contemporary Amperex Technology (CATL) says it expects to bring its Naxtra sodium-ion EV battery pack into mass production by the end of 2025. “Sodium-ion… Read more…

Q&A with SWTCH Head of Strategy Sofia Berrada Cars and their drivers come in all shapes and sizes, colors and creeds, and when it comes to keeping them charged, there’s no one-size-fits-all solution. Different EV infrastructure applications require different combinations of hardware, software and services, and as the charging market develops, different companies are emerging… Read more…

UK solid-state battery technology developer Ilika has verified the high performance of its Goliath batteries manufactured via an industrially scaled process at The UK Battery Industrialisation Centre. This confirms the battery is on track on its route to market, the company said. The announcement follows Ilika’s announcement in February reporting large-scale preparation of the Goliath… Read more…

Scania has launched a new variant on the battery-electric bus platform the company introduced in 2023. The new low-entry 6×2*4 variant is “designed to meet the demands of medium- and heavy-duty operations, and with an increased passenger capacity compared to the existing 4×2 LE BEV, it is suitable for city, suburban and shorter intercity routes.”… Read more…

Chinese electric truck OEM Windrose Technology has officially launched its battery-electric R700 Class 8 tractor in the US. The company plans to open an assembly plant in Georgia in 2025. The Windrose R700 earned its certificate of conformity from the EPA in January, certifying that it meets federal fuel economy and emissions requirements. As Jay… Read more…

Germany-based comemso, which provides high-precision test and measurement systems for EVs, has introduced its Easy Chester Calimera, a high-precision, mobile, and scalable calibration device. The device has a DC voltage range of 150-1,000 V and a current of up to 500 A, supporting a range of charging scenarios including 400 V and 800 V fast-charging… Read more…

Cimcorp, a specialist in robotic handling solutions, has entered the EV battery market with an end-to-end automated material handling solution for battery cell manufacturing. The new solution is designed to optimize material flow across gigafactories for greater production efficiency, product quality and workplace safety. It’s built on the technologies and cross-industry knowledge of Cimcorp and… Read more…

UK-based gas station network JET, owned by US-based conglomerate Phillips 66, reports growth in the adoption of its JET CHARGE rapid EV charging system at both company-owned and dealer-owned stations.  JET’s network includes more than 330 stations, predominantly in northeast England, East Midlands and Scotland. Launched in February 2024, JET CHARGE features 150 kWh or… Read more…

Germany-based Freudenberg Sealing Technologies has developed a new, highly compatible elastomer material for automotive applications as an alternative to PFAS-containing thermoplastic and FKM seals. The new material series is processed by injection molding, delivers high-performance sealing, ensures battery life and meets international environmental regulations. “Our O-rings made from the new elastomer prevent electrolytes from leaking out… Read more…

New York Governor Kathy Hochul has announced $30 million in new funding for the state’s Drive Clean Rebate program. Also, incentives for installing EV chargers through the Charge Ready NY 2.0 program have been increased. The Drive Clean Rebate Program, administered by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), offers a point-of-sale… Read more…