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Wacker announces extrudable silicone for EV busbar insulation with fire-resistant ceramic layer

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Wacker has announced a new extrudable silicone rubber designed to insulate busbars in high-voltage traction batteries for electric vehicles. The new material, ELASTOSIL R 531/60, addresses increased electrical and thermal demands resulting from rising EV battery voltages, with nominal system voltages commonly ranging from 300 to 900 volts. The company says the material’s processability by… Read more…

BorgWarner wins electric motor contract with major Chinese EV OEM

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BorgWarner has announced a new contract with a major Chinese EV manufacturer for its electric motors. The awarded motor features a platform-based design, which BorgWarner says is compatible with a wide range of EV models. The electric motor incorporates BorgWarner’s ultra-short hairpin welding process. The company says that this process reduces end-turn height, resulting in… Read more…

Karma Amaris’ unique powertrain and starting price confirmed

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The manicured lawns of Monterey Car Week are no stranger to exotic machinery and bold proclamations. This year, Karma Automotive arrives with its latest creation, the Amaris coupe, and a rather ambitious claim: that it is the “world’s first Hybrid EREV luxury coupe.” The title might raise an eyebrow or two for those who recall the brand’s own history or… Read more…

Momenta enters the self-driving chip game challenging NVIDIA and Qualcomm

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The world of autonomous driving is dominated by a few household names. When you look under the hood of a vehicle’s advanced safety systems, you’ll likely find silicon from giants like NVIDIA or Qualcomm. But a new name is stepping into the ring, and it’s promising to shake things up. Autonomous driving technology company Momenta has officially activated its first… Read more…

Aventon Abound SR smart cargo e-bike gets first discount to $1,799, Jackery Explorer 300 at $169, Rachio sprinkler controller, more

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Headlining our hump day Green Deals is Aventon’s final summer sale that is taking up to $500 in increased savings off e-bikes, including new models, with the Abound SR Smart Cargo e-bike getting its first-ever discount to $1,799. We also spotted Jackery’s Explorer 300 Portable Power Station falling to $169, as well as Rachio’s 3rd gen 8-zone Smart Sprinkler Controller also dropping back to $169. From there, we have additional savings a budget-friendly e-scooter, a new low on a pro-grade cultivator, dual one-day-only pressure washer/attachment deals, and more waiting for you below. Plus, all the hangover savings are at the bottom of the page, like yesterday’s exclusive new low price on Anker’s SOLIX F2600 power station bundle, or the brand’s PowerCore Reserve 60,000mAh station dropping to $80, and much more.. Read more…