Daimler Truck North America LLC (DTNA), the leading manufacturer of medium-and heavy-duty trucks in the United States, continues to decarbonize its logistics network by integrating a battery-electric Freightliner eCascadia into its aftermarket operations with long-time associate J.B. Hunt Transport Inc., a leading transportation and logistics company. With this, DTNA builds... Read more →

REE Automotive, an automotive technology company and provider of full by-wire electric trucks and platforms, and Motherson Group, an engineering and manufacturing specialist and a major supplier to the automotive industry with long-standing relationships with global OEMs such as Mercedes Benz, Audi, Volkswagen, Suzuki, BMW, Porsche, GM, Ford, Stellantis, Daimler... Read more →

The US Department of Energy (DOE) announced the SuperTruck Charge funding program (DE-FOA-0003344), which will award $72 million for projects that will enable the design, development, and demonstration of innovative electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure near key ports, distribution hubs, and major corridors in support of electrified medium- and heavy-duty... Read more →

Tula Technology, Inc., a leader in propulsion efficiency, along with a leading global automotive supplier, has developed a Dynamic Motor Drive (DMD) demonstration vehicle for the Chinese market based on a domestic premium full-size SUV. DMD is a high-value, software-only technology that addresses key challenges facing the EV transition: range,... Read more →

California, New York and Illinois are the top three states for total electric school buses, according to a new analysis released by US PIRG Education Fund and Environment America Research & Policy Center. The three states also lead the nation in combined federal and state investments into electric bus fleets.... Read more →

Subaru Corporation and Panasonic Energy, a Panasonic Group Company, plan to prepare for the supply of automotive lithium-ion batteries and joint establishment of a new battery factory in Oizumi, Gunma Prefecture, Japan. Panasonic Energy will supply its next-generation cylindrical automotive lithium-ion batteries for the battery electric vehicles (BEVs) Subaru plans... Read more →

Swedish hybrid-electric airplane maker Heart Aerospace unveiled its first full-scale demonstrator airplane, marking a major milestone in the development of its regional hybrid-electric aircraft, the ES-30. Built almost entirely in-house at Heart’s Gothenburg facilities, the demonstrator reflects the company’s strategy to develop the design and production processes simultaneously. With a... Read more →

Berzelius, a developer and manufacturer of silicon anodes, unveiled high-capacity pure silicon anodes with zero graphite. These anodes enable battery cells to achieve an impressive energy density of 400 Wh/kg while maintaining exceptional power capabilities. This was made possible through the integration of OCSiAl’s single wall carbon nanotubes, resulting in... Read more →

The Department of Defense announced a $4.22-million award to Rare Earth Salts in Nebraska for developing and expanding production of terbium oxide from recycled fluorescent light bulbs. Terbium is an essential element for rare earth magnets in many key defense systems. This effort is funded through the Defense Production Act... Read more →

New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced $21 million is now available to install electric vehicle fast chargers along major travel corridors across New York State. Funded by a federal National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) grant, the state’s new competitive Upstate NEVI Direct Current Fast Charger (DCFC) program supports the expansion... Read more →

EVgo announced that it is expanding upon its work together with GM by deploying 400 fast charging stalls at flagship destinations in major metropolitan areas across the US. With features such as 350kW fast chargers, ample lighting, canopies, pull-through stations and security cameras, the flagship stations will address the growing... Read more →

Lotus has launched a new ultra-luxury variant of its electric hyper-SUV Eletre, Eletre Carbon, in North America. Building on Lotus’ existing hyper-SUV, Eletre Carbon is the highest-performing and dynamic model of the Eletre. The car has been designed specifically for the US and Canadian market to meet what Lotus says... Read more →

Toshiba Electronics Europe GmbH introduced a new automotive-compliant photorelay designed for 400V battery-related control systems. The TLX9152M features a minimum output withstand voltage (VOFF) of 900V to support applications such as battery and fuel-cell control, as well as battery management systems (BMS) in electric vehicles (EV) where it can be... Read more →

China sold more than one million EVs in August 2024, breaking the previous record set in December 2023 by 70,000 vehicles, according to research-house Rho Motion. The European market is down 4% so far this year compared to the same period last year; the first-time sales growth has turned negative... Read more →

China-based Geely Auto showcased its new global model, the Geely EX5, at 2024 Automechanika Frankfurt. Designed to cater to diverse international markets, the EX5 is built on the Geely Electric Architecture (GEA) and features a minimalist design to appeal to users worldwide. It is available in both left-hand and right-hand... Read more →

Stellantis is investing more than $406 million in three Michigan facilities to support its multi-energy strategy and confirmed that the Sterling Heights Assembly Plant (SHAP) will be the company’s first US plant to build a fully electric vehicle. The Ram 1500 REV, the company’s first battery-electric light-duty pickup truck launching... Read more →

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) launched a new $242-million effort, the Driving Clean Assistance Program (DCAP), which will prioritize low-income Californians who need grants and loan assistance to get a zero-emission vehicle. With nearly 2 million zero-emission vehicles sold in California and clean cars representing 25% of total new... Read more →

California Energy Commission (CEC) and the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) awarded more than $32 million in federal funds to install, operate and maintain 458 direct-current fast chargers (DCFC) along interstates and highways across the state. The funds come from the $5-billion National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Program, which... Read more →

On September 9, the World Electric Vehicle Day, the 2000th electric bus appeared on Moscow streets. The jubilee electric bus was assembled at the Sokolniki Car Repair and Construction Plant (SVARZ). The vehicle will operate on the route M3 “Serebryany Bor - Budyonnogo Prospekt”, connecting the north-west, center and east... Read more →

Ariya NISMO is preparing to hit the European roads with a unique version of e-4ORCE, delivering 320 kW power and 600 N·m torque. Building on Nissan's rich NISMO heritage while retaining its Japanese-inspired design, Ariya NISMO elevates the performance of the 87 kWh Ariya. The Ariya NISMO comes with a... Read more →

Beam Global, a provider of innovative and sustainable infrastructure solutions for the electrification of transportation and energy security, launched the patented BeamSpot sustainable curbside electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure system. The streetlight replacement combines solar, wind and utility-generated electricity into Beam Global’s proprietary integrated batteries to provide resiliency, lighting and... Read more →

Although the electric airplane market is in its infancy, it is off to a surprisingly strong start, according to IDTechEx. To the best of IDTechEx's knowledge, there is only one example of an electric airplane for sale today: the Pipistrel Velis Electro. From IDTechEx's perspective, it has had a stellar... Read more →

Key markets in the electric vehicle (EV) transition are falling behind in their stated goals for public charging infrastructure, according to latest figures on World EV Day. The data reveals that the US, Europe and the UK are more than six times behind the number of plugs needed to meet... Read more →

MAHLE SmartBike Systems is launching the Energy Hub, a minimalist, lightweight charging device which allows users of X20 and X30 System eBikes to charge the external battery eX1 anytime, anywhere. The new charging platform is 90 millimeters in diameter and weighs in at a mere 181 grams. When paired with... Read more →

Volvo CE inaugurated new facilities to support the production of electric wheel loaders at its plant in Arvika, Sweden. The building in Arvika is the latest development for the Swedish site which specializes in manufacturing medium and large wheel loaders. Measuring approximately 1,500 sq m and constructed in less than... Read more →

Volkswagen presented the ID.3 GTX FIRE+ICE at the ID. Meeting in Locarno, Switzerland. Developed in collaboration with BOGNER, the Munich-based luxury sports fashion brand, the car is reminiscent of the legendary Golf Fire and Ice, which became a surprise success in the 1990s and has since achieved cult status among... Read more →

Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota) announced today that the development and production plans for its next-generation batteries (performance version) and all-solid-state batteries were certified by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) as part of the Japanese government’s “Supply Assurance Plan for Batteries.” Certification was granted for (1) production of... Read more →

The US Department of Energy’s (DOE) Interconnection Innovation e-Xchange (i2X) program released a draft roadmap to improve processes for interconnecting clean energy resources to the distribution and sub-transmission grids and seeks feedback from the public. The draft roadmap identifies strategies that the interconnection community can take within the next five... Read more →

Nissan Motor announced that its development and mass production of in-vehicle, lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) batteries has been certified in Japan by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI). Through the development and mass-production of LFP batteries, Nissan intends to establish a base in Japan by strengthening the supply chain of... Read more →

DENSO Corporation will start inverter production at DENSO Fukushima Co., Ltd., to reinforce its manufacturing capability in Japan and enhance the DENSO Group’s competitiveness in the electrification field. DENSO Fukushima is a DENSO Group company that manufactures automotive thermal products, such as air conditioners and engine cooling modules (ECMs), and... Read more →

Constellium announced the results of its collaborative research project ALuminum Intensive Vehicle Enclosures (ALIVE). Constellium’s University Technology Center (UTC) at Brunel University London was the lead partner of the project focused on developing structural aluminum battery enclosures for electric vehicles. The £15-million project, half funded by UK government subsidies through... Read more →

Amprius Technologies, a leader in next-generation lithium-ion batteries with its Silicon Anode Platform, has signed a non-binding Letter of Intent (LOI) with a Fortune Global 500 technology OEM to develop a high-energy SiCore cylindrical cell for Light Electric Vehicle (LEV) applications. The LOI demonstrates both parties’ intention to enter into... Read more →

Hyundai announced the release of the refreshed 2025 IONIQ 5, including a rugged new IONIQ 5 XRT variant. The expanded lineup offers more driving range and features, resulting in improved convenience, performance and safety. The IONIQ 5 will be the first model range manufactured at the new Hyundai Motor Group... Read more →

Next year Volvo will launch a new long-range version of its FH Electric that will be able to reach up to 600 km (373 miles) on one charge. This will allow transport companies to operate electric trucks on interregional and long-distance routes and to drive a full working day without... Read more →

In the COOLBat joint research project, researchers from the Fraunhofer Institute for Machine Tools and Forming Technology IWU have teamed up with partners to develop next-generation battery enclosures for electric vehicles. The objective is to make the enclosures, a central component in any electric vehicle, lighter and cut the carbon... Read more →

With total magnet rare earth oxide consumption forecasted to increase at a CAGR of 5.4% (versus a higher 8.2% for demand) and prices projected to increase at CAGRs of 4.3% to 5.2% over the same period, Adamas Intelligence forecasts that the value of global magnet rare earth oxide consumption will... Read more →

Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) recently launched the next phase of an electric vehicle (EV) battery consortium dedicated to understanding performance of energy storage systems. The Electrified Vehicle and Energy Storage Evaluation-II (EVESE-II) consortium builds on more than a decade of SwRI-led, precompetitive research with companies across the mobility sector. EVESE-II... Read more →

BYD Automotive GmbH and Hedin Mobility Group have entered into an agreement transferring the distribution activities of BYD vehicles and spare parts in the German market to BYD Automotive GmbH. BYD Automotive GmbH, as the purchaser, and Hedin Mobility Group, as the seller, have entered into an agreement for the... Read more →

Electrify America, the largest open Hyper-Fast charging network in the US, and 4 Gen Logistics, a leader in sustainable logistics solutions, announced the opening of a charging station in Rialto, CA to support 4 Gen’s rapidly expanding fleet of zero-emission class 8 drayage trucks. In addition to the 14 Hyper-Fast... Read more →

The Greek cities of Athens and Thessaloniki have ordered 89 FUSO eCanter with truck bodies from KAOUSSIS for waste collection in urban environments. The waste collection vehicles with rotating drum compaction technology are primarily used to collect organic waste in metropolitan areas. 40 of the 8.55 t vehicles are expected... Read more →

General Motors is moving its BrightDrop electric commercial vans under the Chevrolet brand. The shift brings BrightDrop EVs to Chevrolet’s broad commercial vehicle sales and service dealer network. BrightDrop EVs offer GM-estimated 272 miles of combined city/highway range and advanced features to help keep drivers safe and alert. Adding BrightDrop's... Read more →

Toshiba Electronic Devices & Storage Corporation launched TLX9152M, an automotive photorelay[1] with an output withstand voltage of 900V(min) that is highly suitable for application in high voltage automotive batteries. The new photorelay is housed in an SO16L-T package. Improved charge times and a longer cruising range are essential for wider... Read more →

Hyundai Motor Company unveiled its new mid- to long-term strategy. The company commited to enhancing its electric vehicle (EV) and hybrid competitiveness, advancing its battery and autonomous vehicle technologies, and expanding its vision as an energy mobilizer, responding to the market environment flexibly with its dynamic capabilities. Implementing a full... Read more →

California has surpassed 150,000 public and shared private chargers installed statewide, including 137,648 Level 2 chargers and 14,708 fast chargers. This announcement comes just weeks after California posted its second highest ever market share in zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) sales. In addition to the public network, the state estimates that more... Read more →

Purifying rare earth critical metals from ores with complex mixtures typically involves strong acids and hazardous solvents, and is primarily conducted in China. However, over the past three years, a team of researchers from Sandia National Laboratories has been developing an environmentally friendly method to separate these rare-earth elements from... Read more →

Chinese car manufacturers have been forced to accelerate plans and build local facilities to localize their supply chain in light of various EV tariffs announced this year, according to EV research-house, Rho Motion. This comes as Canada announces a 100% import tariff on Chinese EVs, in line with its trade... Read more →

California is launching a new statewide funding program that will put 1,000 new, zero-emission school buses on the road. The program will distribute $500 million to school districts and other educational entities to replace aging school buses with zero-emission vehicles and purchase needed infrastructure. The Zero-Emissions School Bus and Infrastructure... Read more →

Lithium iron phosphate batteries undercut their theoretical capacity in practice, sometimes significantly. Researchers at TU Graz have now been able to observe exactly where the capacity loss occurs in a lithium iron phosphate cathode. An open-access paper on their work is published in the journal Advanced Energy Materials. Lithium iron... Read more →

In 2024, a small electric SUV with a range of 300 miles produces 52% fewer life cycle greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions than a comparable gasoline vehicle, according to Argonne National Laboratory’s R&D GREET Model. R&D GREET is a life cycle analysis (LCA) model that assesses the energy use and environmental... Read more →

Volvo Trucks and global logistics company DSV have signed a cooperation agreement for 300 electric heavy trucks. The deal is one of the largest commercial orders to date for Volvo electric trucks. With the order, DSV will have one of the largest company fleets of heavy electric trucks in Europe.... Read more →