We EV veterans remember the old days, when a battery pack was designed according to a strict hierarchy: cell, module, pack. Then, way back in 2019, CATL introduced a cell-to-pack architecture, which, by dispensing with modules, allowed a battery pack to be made lighter and smaller. This technology has since reached its third generation, and… Read more…
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SABIC lanches flame-retardant laser-weldable compound for EV control unit housings
SABIC has introduced LNP THERMOCOMP WFC061I, a glass fiber-reinforced polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) compound designed for use in electric vehicle control unit (EVCU) covers. The specialty material offers non-brominated and non-chlorinated flame retardance, expanding options for engineers seeking to enhance fire safety in EV components without halogenated additives. SABIC says LNP THERMOCOMP WFC061I enables significant weight… Read more…
Coperion advances battery manufacturing efficiency with its new roller feeder and extruder
At the upcoming Battery Show North America in Detroit, material handling specialist Coperion will highlight its new K-Tron Loss-in-Weight Roller Feeder, a gravimetric solution for dry electrode coating in battery manufacturing. The new K-Tron feeder is designed to ensure uniform application, enhance process stability, and improve overall efficiency. Coperion’s K-Tron Loss-in-Weight Roller Feeder supports continuous… Read more…
Schneider Electric partners with energy providers to rapidly deploy resilient infrastructure
Energy management and automation specialist Schneider Electric has announced a new initiative to deploy resilient, community-based energy systems across the US. The initiative brings together more than 20 partners to support public and private sector organizations with innovative solutions and financing. The Accelerating Resilient Infrastructure Initiative is designed to rapidly scope, finance and deploy resilient… Read more…
Scania launches new hybrid powertrains for buses and coaches
Truck manufacturer Scania is providing its new powertrain platform, based on the Super truck engine, in hybrid as well as internal combustion engine (ICE) configurations for buses and coaches. The hybrid variant offers an option for long-distance operators to reduce their fuel consumption and carbon emissions while maintaining flexibility. The powertrain features the company’s new e-machine and has… Read more…
zSpace expands automotive training with new EV applications
US-based zSpace, which provides immersive augmented reality (AR) experiences for education, has introduced two new applications designed to support training in electric and hybrid vehicle service and repair. The Electric Vehicle Maintenance application helps learners build skills in fault diagnosis and safety procedures specific to EVs. Students can practice component recognition, perform safety inspections and… Read more…
Ultion Technologies’ new LFP battery cells are made entirely with North American materials
Ultion Technologies has launched commercial-scale production and validation of lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery cells manufactured entirely from North American materials. Ultion says these cells meet or exceed the performance of leading imported alternatives, especially at high discharge rates. The project involved a supply chain partnership with First Phosphate, which provided high-purity phosphate and iron… Read more…
Northern Graphite secures federal loan to extend the life of its Quebec mine
The Canadian government has agreed to provide Northern Graphite with a repayable contribution of up to $6.225 million to support extending the life of the company’s Lac des Îles graphite mine in Quebec. The interest-free and unsecured contribution will be provided by Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) and delivered by The Economic Development Agency of Canada… Read more…
Wasaline chooses Wärtsilä for marine battery hybrid system project
Finnish energy and marine equipment manufacturer Wärtsilä has been selected as the electrical integrator for a battery extension project for the Wasaline ROPAX ferry Aurora Botnia, which operates between Vaasa, Finland and Umeå, Sweden. The Aurora Botnia ferry, which is operated by Wasaline, is equipped with dual-fuel engines and batteries. It uses biogas and batteries… Read more…
Coherent adds flexible WELD1D+ processing head for EV and battery manufacturing
US-based photonic supplier Coherent has launched the WELD1D+, a next-generation laser welding processing head with integrated application programming interface (API) control. The WELD1D+ supports a range of applications across industries that require high-productivity welding solutions, including automotive, electric vehicle, consumer electronics and heavy industrial manufacturing markets. It is designed to give manufacturers greater flexibility and… Read more…
LiFe-Younger unveils iTrailer MAX megawatt-level mobile charging system
China-based energy storage firm LiFe-Younger has launched its iTrailer MAX, a megawatt-level mobile charging system for industrial vehicles and equipment. The iTrailer MAX integrates high power output, energy storage, flexible deployment and off-grid capability for rapid deployment and efficient charging, according to the company. It uses the Megawatt Charging System (MCS) interface, offering a maximum… Read more…
Download the guide to driving fuel cell advancement with programmable power solutions
Sponsored by Ametek. What’s Inside This Exclusive Whitepaper? Explore hands-on strategies, technical insights, and next-gen fuel cell testing solutions driving the hydrogen economy forward. Here’s a sneak peek: Who Should Download This Whitepaper? This guide is essential for: If you’re building the future of sustainable energy, this whitepaper is your roadmap to smarter, more efficient… Read more…
Download the guide to driving fuel cell advancement with programmable power solutions
Sponsored by Ametek. What’s Inside This Exclusive Whitepaper? Explore hands-on strategies, technical insights, and next-gen fuel cell testing solutions driving the hydrogen economy forward. Here’s a sneak peek: Who Should Download This Whitepaper? This guide is essential for: If you’re building the future of sustainable energy, this whitepaper is your roadmap to smarter, more efficient… Read more…
Wolfspeed targets automotive with its commercial launch of 200 mm SiC materials portfolio
US-based silicon carbide (SiC) technology firm Wolfspeed has announced the commercial launch of its 200 mm SiC materials products. The move is part of the company’s strategy to help the industry transition from silicon to silicon carbide. After initially offering 200 mm SiC to certain customers, the company decided to release the products to the… Read more…
Wolfspeed targets automotive with its commercial launch of 200 mm SiC materials portfolio
US-based silicon carbide (SiC) technology firm Wolfspeed has announced the commercial launch of its 200 mm SiC materials products. The move is part of the company’s strategy to help the industry transition from silicon to silicon carbide. After initially offering 200 mm SiC to certain customers, the company decided to release the products to the… Read more…
CEA and ProLogium team up to develop recyclable solid-state battery module
Lithium battery developer ProLogium Technology has formed a partnership with French public research organization CEA to develop a solid-state battery module with a Design-for-Disassembly structure. The companies have been collaborating since November 2024 to create a battery system that combines high energy density with a modular, easy-to-dismantle design. This approach aims to enhance the ability… Read more…
Tellus Power introduces two new 600 kW DC fast EV chargers
EVSE manufacturer Tellus Power has unveiled two new 600 kW DC fast charger systems: a distributed system and an all-in-one unit. Both are designed for flexible deployment across various applications, including fleet and public charging sites. The distributed system supports anywhere from one to eight dispensers from a single 600 kW power cabinet, allowing operators… Read more…
POSCO FutureM completes its battery cathode materials portfolio
South Korean battery materials firm POSCO Future M, a subsidiary of steelmaking giant POSCO, says it has completed the pilot development of cathode material portfolio for all EV classes. The company has developed ultra-high-nickel cathode materials for premium EVs and high-voltage mid-nickel cathode materials for standard EVs. The materials for batteries in premium EVs maximize… Read more…
ZM Trucks opens US headquarters and assembly plant in California
Commercial EV manufacturer ZM Trucks has opened its US headquarters and assembly facility in Fontana, California and debuted its ZM8 commercial truck in the US. The new facility, located 49 miles from downtown Los Angeles, spans 9.67 acres and includes a 210,000-square-foot factory floor. The company has also relocated its regional headquarters. The opening follows… Read more…
Pioneer Power announces multiple orders for its portable EV charging solution
Pioneer Power Solutions, a provider of distributed energy resources, power generation equipment and mobile EV charging solutions, has announced several new contract wins across a range of sectors. The company expects to fulfill the new orders during the remainder of 2025 and into the first quarter of 2026. Pioneer has sold an e-Boost Mobile Mini… Read more…
