Equipmake has unveiled a heavy-duty electric motor with double the continuous power of its predecessor.
The HTM-3500 state-of-the-art e-motor boasts the same peak figures of 3500 Nm and 400 kW as before, but continuous power has been doubled from 100 kW to 200 kW at 2500 rpm. Read more…
Eaton’s smart breakers and home energy management system streamline solar and energy storage installations
Energy management systems aren’t just for vehicle fleets anymore—as homeowners add EVs and/or solar panels to their electrical empires, it increasingly makes sense to have a comprehensive system to manage it all. Intelligent power management company Eaton offers a suite of home energy management solutions for both retrofit and new construction projects, including smart breakers,… Read more…
Singaporean CPO Charge+ closes multi-million-dollar funding round
The Singaporean EV charge point operator Charge+, which currently operates more than 2,000 EV charging points, completed a Series A funding round and raised US$ 8 million. The funds will be used for Charge+’s continued market expansion. Read more…
China EV insurance registrations for week ending Sept 8: Nio 4,500, Tesla 16,200, Xiaomi 3,200, BYD 73,600
Li Auto had 10,700 insurance registrations last week, Xpeng 3,600, Zeekr 4,600, Leapmotor 6,300 and Aito 7,700. Read more…
Xpeng asks suppliers to boost capacity as Mona M03 orders exceed 2,000 units per day
Xpeng is asking suppliers to boost capacity for the Mona M03 to help it improve delivery efficiency, saying in a letter that recent orders for the new model exceeded 2,000 units per day. Read more…
Chery plugs into Nio’s charging network
Nio and Chery have entered into a partnership that opens up Nio Power’s charging network to brands including Chery, Exceed and Jetour. Read more…
Lumafield’s new Battery Analysis Module provides tools to enhance safety and quality in battery manufacturing
Lumafield’s new Battery Analysis Module is designed to enhance the safety and quality of batteries by providing automated tools for identifying and characterizing common manufacturing defects in batteries. The module provides automated tools for measuring anode overhang distance, detecting debris and contaminants, assessing can integrity, and identifying common defects such as layer delamination. It also… Read more…
Webinar: Accelerating motor And drive development through advanced analysis
In the evolving motor and drive technology field, optimizing performance and addressing system inefficiencies are pressing concerns. A better understanding of the key interactions between inverters and motors (with a special focus on torque production and advanced measurement techniques) can help developers and engineers tackle these challenges. Join this webinar presented by Yokogawa Test &… Read more…
Wireless Tesla, BYD and Lucid step up, and a wicked-fast Dodge EV
On today’s spectacular episode of Quick Charge, the Tesla brain drain continues as another key executive departs the company, rivals BYD and Lucid step up their self-driving games, and Dodge reveals an AWD electric Hornet with 1,070 hp that does 0-60 in 1.4 seconds. Read more…
Toyota’s all-solid-state EV battery plans get the green light in Japan
Toyota’s all-solid-state EV battery plans officially gained approval from Japan’s Ministry of Trade and Industry (METI). The certification gives Toyota the green light to develop and build next-gen EV batteries as part of Japan’s plans to boost domestic supply. Read more…
Texas just became No 1 in the US for most utility-scale solar
For the first time, Texas has bumped California out of the No 1 spot for the most utility-scale solar capacity.. Read more…
Tesla partners directly with smart breaker manufactuers to improve Powerwall integration
Tesla and Eaton, a giant multinational manufacturer focused on intelligent power management, are partnering to improve Powerwall integration with the latter’s smart breakers. Read more…
Kia wants a bigger slice of the US EV market with new discounts to win over rivals
Are you seeing more Kia electric cars on the road? It’s not just you. Kia’s EVs, including the EV6 and new EV9, have helped push the brand to two consecutive record-breaking sales months in the US. With its new conquest cash incentive, Kia is now taking aim at Tesla drivers as it looks to win over owners. Read more…
These Solar-Powered Streetlights Could Solve Urban EV Charging
Beam Global launched a curbside EV charger with solar panels, a wind turbine and integrated energy storage. Read more…
2025 BYD Han debuts with upgrades and price cuts
BYD has thrown down the gauntlet in the electric sedan market with the refreshed 2025 Han. Complete with a suite of significant upgrades and a strategic price reduction, the Han is primed to keep competitors like Xiaomi and Geely on their toes. Whether you’re drawn to the efficiency of plug-in hybrids or the thrill of pure electric power, the Han’s… Read more…
Jaguar Boss Says Move To EVs Has Been ‘Hugely Frustrating’
Jaguar’s move to a fully-electrified brand hasn’t been easy—now we know why. Read more…
L.A. To NYC In An EV? This Proves It’s Easier Than You Think
A Lucid Air Grand Touring made the trek, setting a record for the fewest charging stops in a cross-country trip. Read more…
Manchester retailer to host fast EV charging hub with 15 bays
The Stockport, UK, outlet of France-headquartered sporting goods retailer Decathlon is opening a new 15-bay ultra-rapid EV charging hub, installed by UK charging network Be.EV. Located in the town of Stockport, which is part of Greater Manchester, the site receives up to 20,000 visitors per week, and is minutes from the busy M60 motorway. Decathlon… Read more…
Considerations for applying electric-PTOs units on commercial vehicles: Watch Now
Sponsored by Parker. Much of the focus on electrifying commercial trucks has been on optimizing electric powertrains and solving challenges like battery capacity, maximum battery voltage, eAxles and safety considerations. Long haul trucks present significant challenges to electrification due to battery size & cost and charging infrastructure. A quicker path to electrification is often for… Read more…
Tesla expands into the Philippines, starts hiring
Tesla is starting to hire in the Philippines – hinting at an imminent launch the Southeast Asian market. Read more…
