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INFICON stresses enhanced EV battery safety

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Leak detection systems provider INFICON has highlighted the urgent need for comprehensive testing of all EV battery cells, modules and packs. North American EV battery manufacturers currently do not test 100% of individual cells assembled into battery packs for electrolyte leakage, leading to missed defects and possible battery fires, higher warranty costs and potential reputational… Read more…

INFICON stresses enhanced EV battery safety

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Leak detection systems provider INFICON has highlighted the urgent need for comprehensive testing of all EV battery cells, modules and packs. North American EV battery manufacturers currently do not test 100% of individual cells assembled into battery packs for electrolyte leakage, leading to missed defects and possible battery fires, higher warranty costs and potential reputational… Read more…

Zapi, Technotrans, Moog and ZQuip target the off-highway electric vehicle market at bauma

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The bauma construction trade show in Munich, Germany presented an opportunity for a number of companies to showcase their off-highway electric vehicle (OHEV) products, including Zapi, Technotrans, Moog Construction and ZQuip. Zapi, headquartered in Poviglio, Italy, introduced its next-generation solutions for vehicle electrification and fleet management, debuting the DCC3, a rugged, compact DC/DC converter developed… Read more…

Slate Auto previews retro-inspired electric SUVs and a pickup truck

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A new player is emerging in the EV landscape, and it has people talking thanks to the unique blend of classic design and modern tech. Slate Auto, a Michigan-based startup reportedly backed by Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, is teasing a lineup of electric cars that draw inspiration from iconic vehicles of the past. Official details are scarce, but the company’s… Read more…

EcoFlow DELTA 3 Plus exclusive offer at $535, Hoverfly foldable e-bike $423, Anker 90K mAh power station $198, more

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We’re kicking off a new week here with a nice roundup of power station, e-bike, and other various markdowns in today’s edition of Green Deals. For starters, we’ve unpacked an exclusive offer on EcoFlow’s mid-range DELTA 3 Plus portable power station at $535, but you can also find the rather affordable Hoverfly foldable H3 e-bike as low as $423, and that’s alongside Anker’s SOLIX C300 AC 90,000mAh LiFePO4 power station at $198, but don’t sleep on that one because it expires at the end of the day. Read more…

The future of high-powered EV charging: download the technical considerations guide

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Sponsored by TTI. The automotive industry is focusing on providing faster charging infrastructure. Today’s available DC fast chargers, providing between 50 to 200 kilowatts of power, typically can add about 200 miles of driving range in one hour. This may be sufficient for many use cases, but for long-distance travel, a one-hour charge simply isn’t… Read more…

BATCircle3.0 consortium advances battery material and recycling research in Finland

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The three-year, Finland-based BATCircle3.0 project led by Aalto University has launched with a strategic focus on battery material refining and battery recycling. In October 2024, Business Finland granted the consortium €13.4 million in funding for the next three years. BATCircle3.0 is a key project in Business Finland’s Hydrogen & Batteries—Dual Helix of Decarbonization program. The… Read more…

Video streams find a crack in CarPlay’s wall with new app

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For years, drivers using Apple CarPlay have voiced a desire for more entertainment options, particularly the ability to stream videos while their vehicles are stationary. Apple ignored the requests and maintained a tight grip on the types of apps allowed on its in-car infotainment system, sticking mainly to navigation, music, calls, and messaging. This restriction resulted in the emergence of… Read more…