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Factorial Energy opens solid-state battery factory in Massachusetts


Factorial Energy, a developer of solid-state battery technology for EV applications, has opened a new battery manufacturing facility in the Boston suburb of Methuen, Massachusetts. The new plant represents a significant step in scaling up the production of Factorial’s solid-state battery technology for EVs. Factorial says its proprietary FEST (Factorial Electrolyte System Technology) quasi-solid-state batteries… Read more…

Toyota unveils the FT-3e AI-designed electric SUV concept

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Toyota’s unveiled its FT-3e concept vehicle at the Japan Mobility Show in Tokyo. The sharp lines of the 4×4 five-seat SUV make it look like a far more refined Toyota bZ4x. According to Toyota AI was employed in designing the vehicle, helping achieve what the company says is a simple yet aero-optimized body. We get a full width rear light bar, squared-off panels, and alloy wheels colored to match the bodywork. There are digital displays running from the wheel arch up towards the door mirror, showing the battery charge, cabin temperature, and air quality. And, in a little flair the… More…

Upgrading existing powertrain test facilities to support EVs


Sponsored by Unico. As electrification takes hold in all the legacy automakers, the topic of upgrading existing powertrain test facilities is a high priority.  Whether it is converting traditional Internal Combustion Engine testbeds to support E-Powertrains or upgrading older battery lab cyclers to support higher voltages and powers, fitting in new test equipment, and supporting… Read more…

Lexus announces the LF-ZL and LF-ZC EV concepts, the latter enters production in 2026

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Toyota and its Lexus sub-brand are under strong scrutiny these days as they fail to catch the EV wave, ending up with a limited number of underperforming BEVs in their portfolios. However, the Japanese maker is taking another step towards catching up during this year’s Japan Mobility Show, where Lexus introduced two bold new concepts – the LF-ZC and LF-ZL. The LF-ZC is particularly interesting, as the company plans to turn this into a production model by 2026. Lexus LF-ZC The LF-ZC name stands for Lexus Future Zero-emission Catalyst and it’s a spacious sedan with futuristic… More…