Umicore is starting the industrialisation of its manganese-containing HLM technology for active cathode materials. The company is aiming for commercial production and use of this technology in electric vehicles in 2026. The acronym HLM stands for “high lithium, manganese” and, according to Umicore, refers to “a low-cost, sustainable, high-energy density battery technology that is gaining […] More…
See Tesla’s Berlin Factory In Detail, Including “Godzilla” The Robot
The American EV maker wants to showcase its latest manufacturing technology. More…
CATL sources special cathode additives from Toyo
Chinese battery maker CATL will use Toyocolor’s Lioaccum conductive carbon nanotube (CNT) dispersions in batteries for electric vehicles from 2024. The dispersions should, among other things, increase energy density. Toyocolor, a subsidiary of the Japanese specialty chemicals company Toyo Ink, also plans to expand production capacity for these CNT dispersions. According to Toyo Ink, Lioaccum […] More…
Dan O’Dowd Pays For Super Bowl Ad Directed Against Tesla’s FSD Beta
The video clip calls for urgent action from regulators over the deployment of Tesla’s “dangerous” FSD software on public roads. More…
BYD to build new factory in China
BYD plans to open another factory for its Blade Batteries with lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) cells in China. According to an environmental audit report, BYD subsidiary FinDreams Technology will invest billion yuan (about 1.2 billion dollars) into the new 40-GWh production facility. The new plant in Zhengzhou, the capital of Henan province, will span an area of […] More…
Porsche Taycan Facelift Spied During Winter Testing
The full lineup was spotted in northern Europe wearing minimal camouflage. More…
Magna produces battery cases for new General Motors EV
Magna will supply battery enclosures to the new Chevrolet Silverado EV, said to hit the read in 2024. Production of the battery cases will begin later this year at the Magna Electric Vehicle Structure facility in St. Clair, Michigan, US. Battery enclosures protect critical battery components from impact, heat or water and house the high-voltage […] More…
Tesla Hardware 4 Autopilot Approved In Europe For Model S And Model X
The American EV maker will also introduce a new inverter on some models. More…
Ford announces new battery factory in the US
Ford is investing 3.5 billion dollars in a new plant for lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries in the US state of Michigan. It is working with Chinese battery maker CATL, who will licence the technology to Ford and provide technical assistance. The new plant is called BlueOval Battery Park Michigan, and is located in the […] More…
Quick Charge Podcast: February 13, 2023
Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from Electrek. Quick Charge is available now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn and our RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. More…
How electric Zambonis highlight the need for zero-emission EVs on and off the ice
Electric vehicles are better for the climate and your health, with zero tailpipe emissions. Electric Zambonis are a perfect example since they often operate in an enclosed environment. More…
No pedals, no problem: Zoox begins first robotaxi rides on public roads in California
Autonomous robotaxi developer Zoox has announced two major milestones this month as it inches closer to a full launch to the general public. All without a driver … or pedals … or even a steering wheel. The Amazon subsidiary has shared footage of its Zoox branded robotaxis navigating public roads for the first time in California following an approved testing permit from the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV).. More…
Tesla shows new ‘Godzilla’ robot and in-depth look at latest electric car production line
Tesla has released an in-depth, impressive look at its latest electric car production line deployed at Gigafactory Berlin, including its new “Godzilla” robot. More…
In a first, rooftop solar is installed on West Virginia public schools – why that’s a big deal
Calhoun County Public Schools in West Virginia is going to install rooftop solar at two public schools – a state first. More…
Elon Musk Keeps Delaying Tesla’s Sought-After FSD Beta Version 11
Many folks seemed certain Tesla’s Full Self-Driving beta version 11 would arrive prior to the end of 2022, but it’s delayed yet again. More…
Ferrari CEO Says Tesla Was A “Wake-Up Call” For The Auto Industry
“Things used to happen too slowly” before Tesla, Benedetto Vigna said in a recent interview. More…
Rad Power Bikes’ RadWagon 4 Is Back On Sale After Recall
The popular electric cargo bike is expected to hit the road again in March 2023. More…
Audi RS6 E-Tron Spotted Testing As Future Tesla Model S Plaid Rival
The beefier body kit compared to the A6 e-tron, bigger brake discs and calipers, and staggered tire setup hint at an Audi Sport model. More…
Toyota finally admits ‘timing is right’ for an EV-first mindset amid business reshuffle
Amid new leadership changes, Toyota is reshuffling its business structure, claiming the “time is right” to accelerate battery electric vehicle (BEV) development. Toyota says it will take a new EV-first approach, starting with its luxury brand Lexus.. More…
BorgWarner announces new inverter technology
BorgWarner is expanding its 400V inverter business with a major global OEM by now supplying 800V silicon carbide-based (SiC) inverters. The high-voltage inverters are destined for BEV platforms. BorgWarner announces that two variants of the new inverters will be used in passenger BEVs: one 250kW for passenger cars and all-wheel drive crossover utility vehicles and […] More…
