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STMicroelectronics to build SiC facility for EV power devices and modules in Italy


Switzerland-based semiconductor manufacturer STMicroelectronics plans to build a new high-volume silicon carbide (SiC) manufacturing facility for power devices and modules, as well as test and packaging, alongside its SiC substrate manufacturing facility in Catania, Italy. The two facilities will form ST’s Silicon Carbide Campus, fulfilling the company’s strategy to create a fully vertically integrated manufacturing… Read more…

Sumida launches two new SMD high-current power inductors for OBCs


Sumida America, a manufacturer of inductive components and modules, has introduced the CDPQ/T150 series of high-current power inductors suitable for EV on-board chargers. The new design combines precision flat-wire windings and large tinned copper surface mounting pads to maximize current handling capacity. The flat-wire coil is closely wound together to increase its effective cross-sectional area… Read more…

Mercedes-Benz is deploying 400 kW US-made EV fast chargers with CCS and NACS cables

Mercedes-Benz has announced a new agreement to deploy technology from European EV charger developer Alpitronic as the latter expands its presence in North America. Mercedes plans to install its new partner’s 400 kW EV fast chargers, built locally in the US, as part of a broader $1 billion investment to expand North American charging infrastructure. Read more…

Hydrogen bicycles, new e-scooters, & more! The coolest stuff I saw at Micromobility Europe 2024

I recently had the chance to attend Micromobility Europe 2024, the latest industry tradeshow promoting the proliferation of right-sized personal electric vehicles. For two days, the show took to Amsterdam to showcase many of the newest innovations and companies pushing the envelope on what micromobility vehicles can offer to urban residents.. Read more…

Porsche app gives EV drivers access to 75% of compatible US chargers

Green Car Reports
Porsche on Thursday announced an agreement in the U.S. with ChargePoint to include the network’s chargers in its My Porsche app starting in Q4 of this year. With the app and its coordinated Porsche Charging Service, the arrangement will bring the total number of supported chargers to more than 86,000, according to Porsche. That aggregated… Read more…

Mercedes-Benz, BMW, and Volkswagen protest increased tariffs on Chinese EVs

ArenaEV
The European Union’s recent decision to impose tariffs as high as 38% on electric vehicles imported from China has sent ripples through the automotive industry, particularly among German automakers. Mercedes-Benz, BMW, and Volkswagen, who have all found a lucrative market in China, are voicing strong concerns about the potential backlash the tariffs could have on their Chinese operations. BMW CEO… Read more…