As predicted, US EV sales mushroomed prior to the expiration of the federal tax credits. Will sales now crater sans credits? That remains to be seen, but for now, California’s EV market share has surged to a European-style level, and the state continues to take measures to keep the EV transition going. In the third… Read more…

As predicted, US EV sales mushroomed prior to the expiration of the federal tax credits. Will sales now crater sans credits? That remains to be seen, but for now, California’s EV market share has surged to a European-style level, and the state continues to take measures to keep the EV transition going. In the third… Read more…

EV charging solution provider AmpUp concluded an initial pilot phase of its Adapt managed EV charging program in Connecticut in June. During heat waves, the system was able to meet grid demand at a third the cost of a typical utility peaker plant. The Adapt program, which was developed through the Connecticut Innovative Energy Solutions… Read more…

Emil Motors has announced successful laboratory dynamometer testing of its initial full-scale magnet-free axial-flux induction motor research unit. The company says that this validation milestone demonstrates the feasibility of scalable, recyclable electric drive units without permanent magnets, targeting EV manufacturers and suppliers concerned with supply chain risks and rare-earth dependence. Emil Motors reports that after… Read more…

The road remains rough for Canadian EV maker Lion Electric. As recently as early 2024, the company was riding high, working through orders for thousands of electric buses and electric trucks, building its own batteries and piloting V2G applications. Later that year, it was forced to file for bankruptcy. In May 2025, the company was… Read more…

Sponsored by Heilind. Hirose delivers innovative connector solutions that power the future of automotive technology. Trusted by the world’s leading OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, its portfolio addresses the full spectrum of applications—from EV powertrains and charging systems to ADAS, LiDAR, infotainment, and in-vehicle networks. With expertise in miniaturization, high-speed transmission, and rugged power delivery,… Read more…

Sponsored by Heilind. Hirose delivers innovative connector solutions that power the future of automotive technology. Trusted by the world’s leading OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, its portfolio addresses the full spectrum of applications—from EV powertrains and charging systems to ADAS, LiDAR, infotainment, and in-vehicle networks. With expertise in miniaturization, high-speed transmission, and rugged power delivery,… Read more…

Effective thermal management is one of the most critical aspects of EV battery pack design. Engineers must not only ensure efficient heat dissipation during charging and discharging cycles but also maintain uniform temperature across all cells to optimize performance and extend battery life. This requires integrating advanced materials—such as flame-retardant foams, adhesives, and gap fillers—that… Read more…

Effective thermal management is one of the most critical aspects of EV battery pack design. Engineers must not only ensure efficient heat dissipation during charging and discharging cycles but also maintain uniform temperature across all cells to optimize performance and extend battery life. This requires integrating advanced materials—such as flame-retardant foams, adhesives, and gap fillers—that… Read more…

The US Department of Energy has announced that the Loan Programs Office, an entity within the department that provides loans and loan guarantees to help deploy innovative clean energy and transportation technologies, has restructured the department’s deal with Lithium Americas with support from General Motors. The department cited the need to “further protect taxpayers and… Read more…

US convenience store chain Sheetz has selected EV software supplier Driivz, a Vontier company, to power its growing EV charging network with EV charging and energy management software. Sheetz already offers EV charging at more than 125 sites across seven states through third-party operators. However, like a certain other large retail chain, Sheetz has decided… Read more…

Sunrise (Guizhou) New Energy Material, a subsidiary of Chinese graphite anode material manufacturer Sunrise New Energy, has been granted a US patent titled Preparation Method of an Anode Material for Lithium-Ion Batteries. The method improves the initial Coulombic efficiency and power performance of graphite composites for next-generation high-energy and high-power lithium-ion batteries, according to the… Read more…

Zenobē offers a turnkey fleet-as-a-service package that enables customers to electrify their vehicle fleets for a fixed fee. The company specializes in deploying second-life EV batteries that can generate revenue and help fleet customers to finance their EV projects. (See our in-depth interview with Zenobē co-founder and Director Steven Meersman, published in May 2025.) Zenobē… Read more…

Sponsored by Pickering Interfaces. Discover how the shift to 800 V power system architectures is revolutionizing electric vehicle design and testing. This white paper delves into the reasons behind the move to 800V charging, the challenges it poses for test professionals, and the critical role of hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) simulation in this transition. Learn how 800V… Read more…

OMI’s Fusion Drive is a hybrid powertrain designed to optimize power and efficiency in challenging off-road conditions. Charged recently chatted with Paul Brewster, Chief Sales Officer at OMI, to learn more. Rather than simply chasing novelty, OMI is a pragmatic innovator, creating systems designed to tackle real-world challenges. The Fusion Drive system features electric and… Read more…

Silicon-based anode materials developer HPQ Silicon has shipped the first industrial batches of its lithium-ion battery cells, which it manufactured using its GEN3 material. The initial 18650 and 21700 format cells, developed under the HPQ ENDURA+ brand, mark a key step in the company’s transition from pilot testing to market engagement. HPQ expects to reach… Read more…

Commerce platform WEX has expanded its EV charging network through new partnerships with charging point operators Lynkwell and Revel as well as a payments integration with smart charging platform Ampcontrol. The collaborations enable hundreds of new charging stations across the US to accept payments from WEX users and provide WEX customers with access to an… Read more…

Commerce platform WEX has expanded its EV charging network through new partnerships with charging point operators Lynkwell and Revel as well as a payments integration with smart charging platform Ampcontrol. The collaborations enable hundreds of new charging stations across the US to accept payments from WEX users and provide WEX customers with access to an… Read more…

South Korean automotive supplier Hyundai Mobis is collaborating with 23 companies and research institutions to expand the automotive semiconductor ecosystem in its home country. The companies include automakers, fabless semiconductor companies, foundries, design houses, packaging companies and design tool specialists, such as Samsung Electronics, LX Semicon, SK keyfoundry, DB HiTek, GlobalFoundries, Dongwoon Anatech and Korea… Read more…

South Korean automotive supplier Hyundai Mobis is collaborating with 23 companies and research institutions to expand the automotive semiconductor ecosystem in its home country. The companies include automakers, fabless semiconductor companies, foundries, design houses, packaging companies and design tool specialists, such as Samsung Electronics, LX Semicon, SK keyfoundry, DB HiTek, GlobalFoundries, Dongwoon Anatech and Korea… Read more…