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US DoE announces $37 million battery supply chain funding pot

duesenfeld-batterie-recycling-battery-recycling-03The 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…

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…

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…

ENIN: Austria releases nearly €30 mn in commercial EV funding

The Austrian Ministry for Climate Action has opened the second round of tenders through the ‘Emission-free Commercial Vehicles and Infrastructure’ program (ENIN). The funding pot holds 28 million euros and is open until 11 October 2023. As before, ENIN supports companies in procuring non-fossil fuel commercial vehicles and infrastructure. The wording indicates that companies may […] 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…