Detroit-based startup Grounded has launched an electrified vehicle designed to serve as a mobile command center for applications ranging from disaster response to public health services. The C1, built on Harbinger‘s commercial-grade electric truck platform, is designed to provide municipalities, nonprofits and government agencies with a durable, sustainable vehicle for mission-critical mobile operations. “Today’s public… Read more…

Ko Kut, also known as Koh Kood, one of a dozen islands in the Gulf of Thailand, is a tranquil, jungle-covered place known for its pristine beaches, clear turquoise waters and abundant coconut palms. It has an economy centered around fishing, agriculture and ecotourism. The island, which is in the least populous district in Thailand,… Read more…

From the lab to gigafactory, twin-screw extrusion (TSE) is highly beneficial in battery research and development due to its ability to produce superior electrode quality. This method is recognized for its effective distributive and dispersive mixing capabilities, resulting in homogeneous electrode materials with excellent dispersion of all ingredients. Twin-screw extrusion also supports continuous operation, an… Read more…

When it comes to lithium-ion batteries in EVs, the stakes are high. A single malfunctioning cell can trigger thermal runaway—a rapid, uncontrollable rise in temperature and pressure that can result in fires or explosions. For engineers, preventing this isn’t just good design—it’s non-negotiable. Charged recently chatted with Luka Sovulj from Epic Resins to learn how… Read more…

USA Rare Earth (USAR) has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire UK-based rare earth metal and alloy producer Less Common Metals (LCM). The acquisition secures USAR’s access to high-quality rare earth metal and strip cast alloy for its global customers and the development of its Oklahoma magnet facility. Under the terms of the deal,… Read more…

Delta Air Lines has announced a partnership with Dutch electric plane maker Maeve to support the development of a new hybrid-electric regional aircraft. Under the terms of the agreement, Delta will provide operational support to help Maeve’s M80 hybrid-electric aircraft reach commercial viability for regional flights. Maeve will become part of Delta’s Sustainable Skies Lab. Its… Read more…

Researchers at the US Department of Energy’s Argonne National Laboratory have developed a method to coat sulfide-based solid electrolytes to improve chemical stability and reduce manufacturing costs. The process uses atomic layer deposition (ALD) to apply a protective layer of aluminum oxide onto the electrolyte particles. This coating improves stability by acting as a shield… Read more…

The Solomon Organization, a real estate investment company that owns and manages more than 22,000 residential apartment homes, has chosen 3V Infrastructure to fund, install and operate Level 2 EV charging infrastructure at 60 multifamily properties across 9 states. 3V Infrastructure is an EV charging investor, advisor and operator. 3V will manage design, installation, maintenance… Read more…

Qnovo has partnered with Sonatus to drastically reduce the time needed to integrate advanced battery diagnostics into EVs, from months to just days. The partnership combines Qnovo’s Health and Safety Diagnostics (HSD), which reports 98.7 percent battery fault prediction accuracy, with the Sonatus AI Director platform. Qnovo says this integration enables manufacturers to rapidly deploy… Read more…

US-based magnet manufacturer Niron Magnetics has licensed a portfolio of foundational variable flux motor (VFM) patents. The portfolio covers motor design technologies that, when combined with Niron’s rare earth-free Iron Nitride magnets, enable high efficiency and performance improvements across applications, including automotive traction, robotics, pumps, compressors, HVAC systems and more. The high efficiency enables smaller… Read more…

Andorra-headquartered marine battery manufacturer AYK Energy has won a contract to power electric fast ferries between Europe and Africa. Spanish ferry operator Baleària will operate the two electric catamaran ferries on the 18-mile route between Tarifa in the south of Spain and Tangier, Morocco, at speeds of up to 26 knots. Each of the twin… Read more…

To optimize energy consumption and efficiency in EVs, you first need trusted instruments to measure it. Founded in 1911, Yokogawa Test&Measurement is a global company that provides a range of products that measure electrical and optical signals and other critical engineering parameters. The company’s systems are used across industries like energy, manufacturing, and increasingly in… Read more…

Cable theft from EV chargers is a frustrating trend for the EV charging industry. Bringing a damaged EV charger back into service isn’t as simple as replacing a broken window or a stolen street sign. In many cases, the chargers must be recertified and recommissioned, a time-consuming and money-losing process. To combat the criminal cable-cutters,… Read more…

Switzerland-based Oerlikon offers a full portfolio of customized safety components for EVs, including thermoelectrical barriers, SafeVent gas guidance systems, cell separators and high-voltage arcing protection. The portfolio covers all critical parts from heat shields and gas guidance components to cell separators. They are highly heat-resistant, mechanically durable, ultra-light and thin. In the event of a… Read more…

Starting in 2026, Daimler Buses will install its own public charging stations for electric buses and coaches, focusing on high-traffic European tourist destinations such as bus parking lots at amusement parks or in cities. The company aims to drive the expansion of high-performance charging infrastructure away from highways, enabling electric buses and coaches to serve… Read more…

Pickering Interfaces has launched the PXI and PXI Express (PXIe) battery simulator modules, models 41-754 (PXI) and 43-754 (PXIe), which are designed for testing and verification of battery management systems. These modules are available in a single-slot form factor and provide either two or four channels, each capable of supplying up to 8 volts and… Read more…

Sponsored by DGeo. Transporting Li-ion batteries? Make room for mastery, not mistakes. Transporting very large format lithium batteries—for electric vehicles, solar power storage, data center backup and other purposes—is a major undertaking. Navigating the process safely, compliantly and efficiently is an ongoing challenge, and it’s not uncommon for mistakes to happen. These mistakes are costly…. Read more…

Battery development software specialist About:Energy has launched a new web-based platform and toolset that enables engineers to virtually test and compare battery cells under real-world conditions, before purchase or prototyping. Cell selection is “the most critical decision in high-performance battery programs.” It determines the economics and performance of every program, and The Voltt is designed… Read more…

EV drivers have a vast variety of Level 2 chargers to choose from these days—seemingly every company that makes any product with a plug, from industrial equipment to consumer electronics, has hopped onto the electric bandwagon. Florida-based Deltran, on the other hand, has been charging batteries since 1965. The company manufactures power-related products ranging from… Read more…

ZAPI GROUP has announced new high-voltage, high-power charging solutions aimed at OEMs working on industrial electrification. The primary offerings include liquid-cooled 7.2 kW and 22 kW onboard chargers compatible with 400 V and 800 V battery packs. Samples of these chargers will be made available for system fit and interoperability testing soon. The new chargers… Read more…