One report claims they’re way safer than human drivers, but there’s a big asterisk covering the whole snow belt. Read more…
Pickering Interfaces launches high-speed PXI resolver simulation modules
Electronic test and verification firm Pickering Interfaces has expanded its 41-670 (PXI) and 43-670 (PXIe) LVDT, RVDT and resolver simulator modules to include high-speed resolver simulation up to 130 kRPM rotation to provide precise testing of advanced servo systems in industries such as automotive, aerospace and defense. The updated module enables the simulation of multiple… Read more…
Henkel showcases new virtual adhesives, mica replacement safety coatings and structural adhesive debonding tech
At the upcoming Battery Show Europe, German adhesive specialist Henkel will showcase its latest advances in adhesives, functional coatings, thermal management and sealing solutions, which the company calls “key enablers of safer, more efficient and more sustainable EV batteries.” “At Henkel, we are collaborating closely with industry partners to push the boundaries of EV battery… Read more…
Elli announces upgraded battery-buffered fast charger and new partnership with Uniti
Elli will present the new generation of its battery-integrated DC charging system at this year’s Power2Drive in Munich. The Volkswagen Group’s charging subsidiary also announced a new strategic cooperation with Uniti, the German association for medium-sized fuel retailers. Read more…
NY Democrats to overturn dealership requirement for EVs
New York Democrats are gearing up under State Senator Patricia Fahy to publish a bill that could strip Tesla of its legal exemption allowing it to sell cars directly to customers in retaliation for CEO Elon Musk’s support of the Trump administration. Read more…
Toyota issues urgent warning: Falling behind China goes far beyond just EVs
It’s not just electric vehicles. Toyota is warning, “We don’t have much time left,” with China poised to take the lead in another emerging technology following EVs. Read more…
Popular high-power electric bike brand announces shutdown
E-Cells, an e-bike brand in the US known for its all-wheel-drive fat tire e-bikes with extremely high performance, has announced that it is terminating operations and closing its doors. Read more…
Waymo plans to more than double its self-driving I-PACE fleet within the next year
Waymo announced plans to more than double its fleet of self-driving I-PACE electric vehicles by the end of next year. Read more…
Why Audi Has A Unique Set Of Headaches These Days
Volkswagen’s luxury brand seemingly can’t catch a break. Plus: tariffs are expected to hit car parts hard, and BYD wins again in April. Read more…
Siemens launches home charging offer in the USA
Siemens has announced the launch of Depot360 Home Charging Reimbursement in the United States as part of its Managed Services portfolio. The service helps to accurately track an individual vehicle or fleets charging usage and costs. Read more…
Zenobē provides millions in debt financing to EV-as-a-service provider 7Gen
UK-based fleet electrification specialist Zenobē has entered the Canadian market with a 48 million Canadian dollar financing facility for Montreal-based 7Gen. The funding will support the deployment of up to 500 commercial electric vehicles and associated charging infrastructure, in what is currently the largest private EV debt deal in Canada. Read more…
MCV selects Hexagon Purus as supplier for H2 tanks
Hexagon Purus has received an order from Egyptian bus manufacturer Manufacturing Commercial Vehicles (MCV) for the supply of hydrogen tanks worth around 2.4 million euros. The tanks will be installed in MCV’s H2 buses for the European market. Read more…
Mack Trucks Is Coming After The Tesla Semi
The electric Class 8 rig will be powered by American-made Proterra batteries. Read more…
Tesla’s European Death Spiral Has No End In Sight
After a disastrous first quarter, Tesla’s sales figures in Europe tanked even further in April. Read more…
Finn & Stellantis announce fleet partnership
The automotive group Stellantis has concluded a framework agreement with the Munich-based car subscription platform FINN for the current year 2025. As a result, the first 5,300 vehicles have already been ordered across several Stellantis brands – with more to come. Read more…
Two EVs top Netherlands’ passenger car ranking in April
Both vehicles leading the Dutch passenger car ranking are battery-electric, namely the Kia EV3 and the Skoda Elroq. While EVs made up a third of all new registrations last month, the overall growing EV uptake appears to have plateaued. Notably, Tesla’s sales figures dropped sharply. Read more…
ADS-TEC Energy closes $50 million investment round
ADS-TEC Energy has raised growth capital of up to 50 million US dollars from institutional investors. The charging specialist from Nürtingen states that it intends to use the money to expand its business in Europe and North America. Read more…
Hyundai launches Ioniq 9 in US and announces eligibility for US tax credit
Hyundai has officially announced pricing and specifications for its 2026 Ioniq 9, a three-row electric SUV. Manufactured at Hyundai’s Metaplant in Georgia, the Ioniq 9 qualifies for the full $7,500 federal tax credit in the United States. And another Hyundai EV made the list again. Read more…
US electric car owners face new $250 road fee in proposed bill
US House Republicans are pushing forward a bill that would impose a $250 annual fee on electric car owners to apparently help fund road repairs. The proposal comes as part of a larger tax reform bill under consideration by the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. The committee, led by Representative Sam Graves, approved the proposal with a 36-30 vote. The… Read more…
Ford reportedly abandons E/E architecture development
Ford has reportedly shelved its programme to develop a next-generation in-house electronics architecture. The US carmaker had previously invested heavily in the software system internally referred to as FNV4, which was intended to serve as the ‘brain’ of its future smart cars. Read more…
