Volvo Trucks North America has launched its Turnkey Solutions program, a consolidated fleet management process for procuring vendor services, parts, and products for electric vehicle charging. The truckmaker’s solution also involves outlook planning for incentives, installation, and interfacing with utility companies to streamline solutions for EV infrastructure development. Two full-service partners are responsible for Volvo […] More…
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Easee relaunches with fresh home charging products
The Norwegian wallbox manufacturer Easee is relaunching with fresh products. The 11 kW wallbox “Charge Lite” is now available for order in several European countries. This wallbox includes some changes to the well-known Easee products – and a statement on the controversial FI solution. After a sales ban in Sweden for the previous wallbox models […] More…
London introduces 80 more electric buses to fleets
In the UK, the number of electric buses operated by Transport for London (TfL) in the British capital has grown to over 1,100. New additions this summer include over 80 electric buses in the borough of Sutton in south London. The London public transport provider states that the electric buses will operate on routes 80, […] More…
BMW is building a battery competence centre in Leipzig
BMW has begun construction of a logistics centre for high-voltage batteries outside its Leipzig plant. The site, which will be used by BMW in the future, is 12 hectares in size; eight hectares will be built in the first construction phase. Completion of the factory is planned for mid-2024 and it will include a logistics […] More…
Mitra Chem attracts investment from Zeon Corp.
The U.S. startup developing cathode materials for LFP batteries, Mitra Chem, has garnered an investment of an undisclosed sum from Japan-based chemical manufacturer Zeon Corporation. Zeon says it will work with Mitra Chem by developing an electrode process suitable for Mitra Chem’s battery materials. The Japanese chemicals company says it will utilise its expertise in […] More…
US DoE announces $37 million battery supply chain funding pot
The US Department of Energy has issued a notice of intent to release funding that would provide up to $37 million from ‘Bipartisan Infrastructure Law’ (BIL) funding to advance electric vehicle battery recycling, transportation, and design. According to the government communication, the anticipated Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) will focus on solutions that reduce the costs […] More…
BMW to show Neue Klasse electric vehicles at IAA
BMW has announced a number of all-electric world premieres for the IAA Mobility show starting soon in Munich. Some vehicles, including two electric minis and a new BMW study, will be unveiled ahead of the show. The BMW Vision Neue Klasse will be unveiled on 2 September, offering a concrete look at the German carmaker’s […] More…
Schaefflers new mechatronic system already in use in unnamed SUV
A new mechatronic rear axle steering system from Schaeffler recently celebrated its premiere in an all-electric SUV from a “renowned vehicle manufacturer”. Unfortunately, Schaeffler does not mention the launch customer by name. Schaeffler states that thanks to the new steering system for the rear axle, the vehicles gain manoeuvrability in city traffic, stability when changing […] More…
Canoo receives conditional funding & introduces new electric van
Canoo has secured subsidy commitments for its vehicle and battery assembly plant in the US state of Oklahoma. The electric vehicle manufacturer can expect a total of up to 113 million dollars in state subsidies over a period of ten years. However, only under certain conditions. The conditions are varied: for example, the eMobility startup […] More…
CATL appoints Markus Baum as new European CCO
Markus Baum will lead the commercial activities of Chinese battery producer CATL in Europe as the new Chief Commercial Officer Europe from 1 November 2023. This position will bundle sales functions at the local level for the first time. Markus Baum joins CATL from fastener manufacturer Bulten, where he was also CCO. Baum was most […] More…
Kia presents the series version of the EV5
Kia has unveiled the design of the production version of its new EV5 electric model at the Chengdu Motor Show in China. The electric SUV is to be offered globally after its premiere in China. However, the South Korean company is still holding back on the details of the drive technology. After the EV6 and […] More…
Northvolt & EMR open first recycling plant in Hamburg
Today, Northvolt and British recycling firm EMR opened a recycling facility in Hamburg, Germany. The plant will play a crucial role in Northvolt’s recycling strategy, and the partners expect to process 10,000 tonnes of battery packs per year. Such developments were part of Northvolt’s business model from the start. The Swedish company announced the Revolt […] More…
Tesla threatens Core Lithium with legal action
The failed lithium supply deal between Tesla and the Australian producer Core Lithium could have legal repercussions. According to Core, Tesla is threatening the company with legal action over the failed lithium supply contract if the matter cannot be resolved otherwise. Under the terms of the supply agreement, which was signed in March 2022 and […] More…
Mer, Hubject and Driivz announce Plug&Charge rollout
The cooperation partners Mer Germany, Hubject and Driivz want to establish Plug&Charge on the German market and will show their vision of seamless charging at the Intercharge Network Conference from 29 to 30 August 2023 in Berlin. Alpitronic’s Hyperchargers are also planned to play a role. Plug&Charge is known to be an automatic authentication and […] More…
Webasto expands its high-voltage heater product family
Webasto gives a preview of its growing range of high-voltage heaters for hybrid and electric vehicles. With the Next Generation Coolant Heater, Webasto is presenting a platform-based electric heating system for the first time, but the proven HV heater HVH 100 is also getting new offshoots. The Next Generation Coolant Heater is visually quite different […] More…
VW ID.7 now on sale in Germany
The all-electric VW ID.7 has gone on pre-sale in Germany. The configurator allows a first glimpse into the positioning of the saloon expected to become Volkswagen’s interim flagship for the long haul. Volkswagen debuted the ID.7 in the spring of this year, then positioned the new ID EV as trimmed for range and comfort. In […] More…
Northvolt & EMR open first recycling plant in Hamburg
Today, Northvolt and British recycling firm EMR opened a recycling facility in Hamburg, Germany. The plant will play a crucial role in Northvolt’s recycling strategy, and the partners expect to process 10,000 tonnes of battery packs per year. Such developments were part of Northvolt’s business model from the start. The Swedish company announced the Revolt […] More…
Tesla threatens Core Lithium with legal action
The failed lithium supply deal between Tesla and the Australian producer Core Lithium could have legal repercussions. According to Core, Tesla is threatening the company with legal action over the failed lithium supply contract if the matter cannot be resolved otherwise. Under the terms of the supply agreement, which was signed in March 2022 and […] More…
Mercedes presents updated EQA & EQB at the IAA
Mercedes has unveiled the facelift models of its electric series EQA and EQB in the run-up to the IAA. Both E-SUVs get a fresh look, efficiency updates and new equipment details – and the EQB gets a trailer coupling for the first time. For the EQA, the ranges have been increased by 20 to up […] More…
Lion Smart to source battery cells from SVOLT
The German battery specialist Lion Smart will equip its second-generation battery packs with cells from the Chinese manufacturer SVOLT, including both NCM- and LFP-based cells. An agreement has now been signed to this effect. Lion Smart announced its intention to start delivering battery packs with SVOLT cells to customers in the second half of 2024. […] More…
