Allison Transmission equips SwRI hydrogen ICE demo truck showcased at COMVEC

Allison Transmission announced the integration of the Allison 4000 Series transmission with a Class 8 truck equipped with a Hydrogen Internal Combustion Engine (H2-ICE) displayed by Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) at SAE International’s Commercial Vehicle Engineering Congress (COMVEC) in Schaumburg, Illinois. The H2-ICE vehicle demonstrates emissions control capable of outperforming... Read more →


ZF and Infineon develop AI algorithms to optimize software and control units for driving dynamics as part of the EEmotion project

The ZF Group and Infineon Technologies AG have jointly developed and implemented AI algorithms for the development and control of vehicle software as part of the EEmotion project. The AI algorithms developed in the project, proven in a test vehicle, control and optimize all actuators during automated driving according to... 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 →


Hyundai and GM sign memorandum of understanding to explore collaboration on vehicles, supply chain and clean-energy technologies

General Motors and Hyundai Motor signed an agreement to explore future collaboration across key strategic areas. GM and Hyundai will look for ways to leverage their complementary scale and strengths to reduce costs and bring a wider range of vehicles and technologies to customers faster. Potential collaboration projects center on... Read more →


bp and Iberdrola announce final investment decision for largest green hydrogen plant in Spain

bp and Iberdrola have giventhe green light for construction of a 25 MW green hydrogen project at bp’s Castellón refinery which is expected to be operational in second half of 2026. The plant will convert 200 GWh/yr of Iberdrola’s renewable energy into green hydrogen that will contribute to bp’s decarbonization... Read more →


Rho Motion: China first country to sell more than 1M EVs in a month

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 →


Allison Transmission and Cummins will integrate and certify a Cummins B-Series engine with the Allison eGen Flex electric hybrid propulsion system for the transit market. The integration will meet the EPA’s Greenhouse Gas Emissions Standards for Heavy-Duty Vehicles – Phase 3 and provide a reliable low emission propulsion solution in... 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 →


CARB launches new $242M assistance program for low-income Californians for zero-emission vehicles

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 →


SLB announced that it has proven its solution for sustainable lithium production at scale at its demonstration plant in Clayton Valley, Nevada. The proprietary integrated solution combines SLB’s subsurface expertise with surface engineering of advanced technologies that include direct lithium extraction (DLE). It produces lithium 500 times faster than conventional... Read more →


Solid-state battery technology company Factorial Inc. introduced Solstice, an all-solid-state battery set to achieve an energy density of up to 450Wh/kg. Solstice incorporates a novel dry cathode design for more efficient and sustainable production. Solstice compliments Factorial’s FEST (Factorial Electrolyte System Technology) for automotive and other electric mobility applications while... Read more →


ARPA-E awarding $18M to 9 projects for deployment of hydrogen detection systems; H2SENSE

The US Department of Energy (DOE) Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy (ARPA-E) announced $18 million for 9 projects that seek to detect and quantify hydrogen emissions throughout the supply chain to maximize the climate benefits of hydrogen production. Current global hydrogen production is roughly 100 million metric tonnes per year and,... Read more →


DOE issues notice of intent for funding to advance hydrogen and fuel cell technologies

The US Department of Energy (DOE) announced a notice of intent for potential funding to accelerate the research, development, and demonstration (RD&D) of affordable clean-hydrogen and fuel cell technologies to drive national decarbonization. DE-FOA-0003438) The potential funding will focus on advancing technologies for hydrogen production, hydrogen infrastructure, and fuel cells,... Read more →


Volvo Group Venture Capital invests in aifleet

Volvo Group Venture Capital AB is investing in the US-based company aifleet, a trucking company leveraging AI technology focusing on truck utilization and driver satisfaction. Founded in 2020, aifleet operates in the US full-truckload (FTL) segment of the trucking industry, where a truck’s full capacity is bought to ship larger... Read more →


Volvo is increasing the use of low-CO2-emission steel in its trucks. This steel is produced with recycled material and fossil-free energy and will be used in tens of thousands of Volvo trucks starting next year. Volvo was the world’s first truck manufacturer to introduce this type of steel in its... Read more →


Methane emissions increase by 20% in 20 years

The newly released Global Methane Budget 2024 highlights methane emissions from human activities have increased by 20% in the past two decades. Methane is one of three core greenhouse gases that contribute to climate change. It lasts in the atmosphere for just a few decades, which is shorter when compared... 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 →


EIA expects oil prices to increase despite concerns over economic growth and petroleum demand

The US Energy Information Administration (EIA) expects that Brent crude oil prices will return to above $80 per barrel this month, after dipping to $73 per barrel on 6 September. In its September Short-Term Energy Outlook (STEO), EIA forecasts that the Brent crude oil spot price will average $82 per... Read more →


Mobileye to end internal lidar development

Mobileye has chosen to end the internal development of next-generation frequency modulated continuous wave (FMCW) lidars for use in autonomous and highly automated driving systems. The company said that it now believes that the availability of next-generation FMCW lidar is less essential to its roadmap for eyes-off systems. This decision... Read more →


Lloyd’s Register partners with ROTOBOOST and Amogy on fuel cell, ammonia and methane cracking, and CCS study to support maritime emissions reduction

Lloyd’s Register’s (LR) business advisory team is partnering with energy companies ROTOBOOST and Amogy on a fuel cell and pre-combustion Carbon Capture Storage System (CCS) study to assess opportunities for emissions reduction. The joint development project (JDP) will evaluate the use of hydrogen fuel cells, ammonia and methane cracking technology... 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 →


TMC the metals company Inc., an explorer of the undersea resources of critical battery metals, successfully produced high temperature material (calcine) during the first phase of a commercial-scale campaign to process a 2,000-tonne sample of deep-seafloor polymetallic nodules at its partner PAMCO’s Hachinohe Rotary Kiln Electric-Arc Furnace facility in Hachinohe,... Read more →


Britten-Norman announces unleaded fuel modification for piston engine Islanders

Britten-Norman is introducing the Unleaded Fuel Modification for its BN2B-26 piston engine (Lycoming O-540-E4C5) Islander aircraft. The three Lycoming-approved unleaded fuel specifications being included in this modification are ASTM D7547 (UL 91 & UL 94), DEF-STAN 91-090 (UL 91), and HJELMCO (91/96 UL). In addition to reducing their environmental impact,... Read more →


Renault to premiere a concept car pointing to the next generation of vans and Master H2-Tech Prototype at IAA Transportation in Hanover

The brand will be present in both the indoor and outdoor display areas, with a broad sample of its solutions for business users. enjoys motor shows, which are part of its history. It is a regular exhibitor at many events, including IAA Transportation, which was first held in 1992. This... 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 inaugurates new facilities to support production of electric wheel loaders

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 →


MOL started production in the largest capacity green hydrogen plant in Central and Eastern Europe

At the Százhalombatta refinery of MOL, a 10 megawatt capacity green hydrogen plant—the largest in Central and Eastern Europe—has started producing. The facility produces 1,600 tonnes of clean, carbon-neutral green hydrogen per year which is used for fuel production reducing the Danube Refinery’s carbon dioxide emissions by 25,000 tonnes, as... Read more →


Scientists have identified a new way to improve the process for using sunlight to make a liquid fuel from carbon dioxide. Researchers showed that three-dimensional silicon scaffolds on photoelectrodes improve the yield of the desired products of chemical reactions. Two examples of silicon photoelectrodes. Left: Micropillar silicon with cobalt catalysts... 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 →


Since 1999, BMW M has provided the fleet of high-performance safety cars for motorcycle racing’s premier class as the “Official Car of MotoGP.” The latest highlight in this fleet, the BMW M5 MotoGP Safety Car was unveiled during a special customer event for the introduction of the new BMW M5... Read more →


Toyota’s next-generation and all-solid-state battery development and production plan certified by METI; 9 GWh per year

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 →


DOE releases draft roadmap with solutions to improve interconnection of rooftop solar, EV chargers and other distributed clean energy resources

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 →


POSCO to invest US$40M in graphite miner Black Rock; offtake agreement

Tanzanian graphite developer Black Rock Mining signed several binding agreements with its strategic alliance partner, POSCO International Corporation (POSCO), in relation to POSCO investing US$40 million in Black Rock. In exchange, Faru Graphite Corporation Limited (Faru) (the 84% subsidiary of Black Rock and owner of the Mahenge Graphite Project will... Read more →


Arcadium Lithium plans to transition Mt Cattlin site to care & maintenance by mid-2025 due to continued decline in spodumene prices

Arcadium Lithium will suspend Stage 4A waste stripping, and any expansionary investment beyond Stage 3, at its Mt Cattlin spodumene operation in Western Australia given the continued decline in spodumene prices. Benchmark reported that spodumene prices fell to their lowest levels since August 2021 in early September, trailing the steep... Read more →


Nissan’s LFP battery development and production receives government certification in Japan

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 →


Plug awarded $10M DOE grant to lead development of advanced hydrogen refueling station in Washington State

Plug Power has been awarded $10 million by the US Department of Energy (DOE) to demonstrate next-generation hydrogen refueling infrastructure for medium= and heavy-duty vehicles at scale. Plug’s project, HYPER-Fuel, is a liquid-to-gaseous dispensing and cryogenic dispensing hydrogen refueling station architecture. This funding is part of the DOE’s $62 million... Read more →


Reselo and Nokian Tyres to implement Reselo birch-bark-based biorubber in tires

Nokian Tyres and the Swedish biomaterials company Reselo AB have signed a development agreement to develop further their renewable material Reselo Rubber as a new raw material in tires. Reselo Rubber is a completely renewable material made from birch bark that comes from residues from the global pulp, paper and... Read more →


DENSO Fukushima launches production of inverters; 8th plant

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 →


The California Air Resources Board (CARB) is launching a new program to enhance air quality monitoring across the state, with a heavy focus on communities where residents live near multiple sources of pollution. The goal of the program, known as the Statewide Mobile Monitoring Initiative (SMMI), is to get more... Read more →


BMW Group and Toyota Motor Corporation jointly developing next generation of fuel cell technology; BMW to launch first series production fuel cell vehicle in 2028

The BMW Group and the Toyota Motor Corporation are collaborating to bring a new generation of fuel cell powertrain technology to the roads. Both companies share the aspiration of advancing the hydrogen economy and have extended their collaboration to push this locally zero-emission technology to the next level. The BMW... Read more →


3.0-liter Hurricane High Output straight-six turbo engine in 2025 Ram 1500 named to Wards 10 Best Engines & Propulsion Systems list

The power-rich and versatile 3.0-liter Hurricane High Output (H/O) Straight-Six Turbo (SST) engine, as tested in a 2025 Ram 1500 Tungsten, has earned a 2024 Wards 10 Best Engines & Propulsion Systems award. This recognition marks the eighth consecutive year that a Stellantis propulsion system has earned a spot on... Read more →


MAN Energy Solutions has announced a new generation of its Common Rail injection system for its medium-speed, four-stroke portfolio. The CR 2.2 common-rail fuel-injection system will eventually completely replace its CR 1.6 predecessor and builds on its experience, allowing a very precise and flexible control of injection pressure, timing, and... Read more →


Constellium-led ALIVE collaborative research project achieves 12 to 35% weight savings for EV battery enclosures with optimized designs and manufacturing processes

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 →


Freudenberg Sealing Technologies launches two new product lines for prismatic battery cells

Freudenberg Sealing Technologies has launched two new product lines for prismatic battery cells. By 2030, more than 100 million electric cars are expected to be on the roads worldwide. To make electromobility more efficient in the future, nearly all manufacturers are working to increase range and reduce charging times. High-performance... Read more →


Amprius signs LOI with Fortune Global 500 leader in light electric vehicles; high-energy SiCore cells to boost LEV range by 25%

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 →