Asahi Kasei Microdevices Corporation (AKM) has started the mass production of coreless current sensors from the CZ39 series. Read more…

Leapmotor electric SUV C10 is hitting the road in China – initially as a battery-electric version or range extender model. The five-seater, unveiled at IAA Mobility 2023, will also launch in Europe in the third quarter. Read more…

Following a production break announced in February, the EV premium brand from Human Horizons still appears to be in trouble. Local media speak of a possible takeover by a Chinese automotive company but it is uncertain whether it will save HiPhi from collapse. Read more…

The researchers note that as Diamond is characterised by unparalleled thermal conductivity, it is ideal for cooling electronic components with high power densities, such as those used in processors, semiconductor lasers or electric vehicles. Read more…

The Swiss bus maker has won an order from BernMobil to deliver 13 double-articulated trolleybuses. The vehicles are the longest in the Hess lineup and offer around 30 per cent more capacity than comparable vehicles. Read more…

The fast-charging company is expanding in the Nordic countries. Starting in Norway, Caverion will become the official partner and, as a system integrator, will take over the commissioning and servicing of ADS-TEC’s charging stations immediately.
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French energy group EDF is cooperating with infrastructure investor Morrison to invest up to 450 million euros in constructing almost 8,000 HPC charging points in France by 2030 via a joint financing platform. EDF subsidiary Izivia will operate the HPC chargers. Read more…

VW is temporarily reducing the production of electric cars at its factory in Emden, Germany. Assembly of the ID.4 and ID.7 electric models has been suspended there since yesterday and is expected to continue until Monday due to a lack of electric motors, as at the Zwickau plant. Read more…

The Portuguese charging infrastructure operator has completed a financing round of over 100 million euros. Powerdot intends to use the money to drive expansion that could see the company double its European network. Read more…

Xos announced receiving an order from Mission Linen Supply for electric vehicles delivering clean linen and uniforms. The order is for twelve SV Stepvans, which Xos considers well-suited for parcel delivery and linen services.  Read more…

BMW has started building its own production facility for fifth-generation high-voltage batteries in Thailand. The high-voltage battery assembly facility on the site in Rayong will prepare the plant there for the production of purely electric cars. Read more…

The electric car brand IM Motors, which belongs to the Chinese automotive group SAIC, has completed a financing round worth more than 8 billion yuan. And there are rumours that IM Motors’ electric cars could be marketed in Europe under the MG brand. Read more…

According to an agency report, Nissan could invest in Fisker and, in return, gain access to Fisker’s EV pickup platform. Negotiations between the two carmakers are at an advanced stage, and the deal could be finalised this month. Read more…

Hyundai has unveiled a facelift for its Ioniq 5. In addition to revisions to the design and functions, the electric model also has a larger battery. The revised Ioniq 5 will initially go on sale in South Korea in March and then gradually worldwide over the course of the year. Read more…

The next-generation Dacia Sandero will also have a purely electric offshoot. This rumour, which has been circulating since last year, has now been confirmed by brand boss Denis Le Vot. Read more…

Servotech Power Systems has bagged a significant order for nearly 1500 DC fast EV chargers from Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL). This is the third order within only weeks coming from an Indian petrol retailer. Read more…

The Federal Ministry of Transport has awarded the final funding decisions for 186 electric buses. Eleven operators and two districts will share 53.4 million euros to procure the vehicles and corresponding infrastructure. Read more…

Quantum Energy, an Indian e-scooter provider, has partnered with Battery Smart, the country’s largest battery-swapping network for LEVs. It is also largely unknown outside India since it focuses on electric two- and three-wheelers. Read more…

The US government is launching an investigation scrutinising Chinese cars due to potential security risks. According to the White House, the issue is whether the vehicles are collecting sensitive data and transmitting it to China. Read more…

Thermo King provides transport temperature controls and launched a new series for electric light commercial vehicles. The E-500e offers electrically powered refrigeration while minimising the impact on the battery and EV range. Read more…