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Detroit Tests Nation’s First Wireless EV Charging Road

Detroit Tests Nation’s First Wireless EV Charging Road

A roadway embedded with copper coils can wirelessly charge receiver-equipped EVs in motion or parked.


News Dec 11, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
GM, Niron Magnetics Team Up for Sustainable EV Magnetics

GM, Niron Magnetics Team Up for Sustainable EV Magnetics

Niron’s Clean Earth Magnet has the potential to create truly sustainable electric vehicle motors. This article reviews the challenges in sourcing…


News Dec 04, 2023 by Jake Hertz
Securing the Supply of Electrical Steel in EV Motors

Securing the Supply of Electrical Steel in EV Motors

The unprecedented growth in the electric vehicle market has taxed supply chains in surprising ways, including shortages of crucial materials. U.S.…


News Dec 04, 2023 by John Nieman
Examining the Impact of Falling EV Battery Prices

Examining the Impact of Falling EV Battery Prices

Electric vehicle battery prices are predicted to fall by 40 percent, but what does it mean for the industry?


News Nov 25, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
Hardware, AI Software Collaboration Improves EV Battery Performance

Hardware, AI Software Collaboration Improves EV Battery Performance

Eatron Technologies, a leader in battery management software for EVs, will use the AURIX TC4x microcontroller platform from Infineon Technologies…


News Nov 20, 2023 by Mike Falter
Can Solar Mitigate Electric Vehicle Charging Challenges?

Can Solar Mitigate Electric Vehicle Charging Challenges?

ETH Zurich’s aCentauri Solar Racing Team has designed a race car fueled exclusively by solar power, and they came in 12th place at the 2023…


News Nov 13, 2023 by John Nieman
Researchers Achieve Higher Voltage PV With Inverter System

Researchers Achieve Higher Voltage PV With Inverter System

A team of researchers claims to cut cable requirements by 700 kg of copper per kilometer of cable with a higher voltage inverter system for…


News Nov 13, 2023 by Jake Hertz
Startup Attains Extreme-Fast EV Charging Without Cell Degradation

Startup Attains Extreme-Fast EV Charging Without Cell Degradation

Cycle tests yield a significant milestone for StoreDot’s extreme fast-charging electric vehicle battery cells.


News Nov 11, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
Powering Rural Areas With Solar Mini-Grids

Powering Rural Areas With Solar Mini-Grids

Husk Power Systems recently secured $100 million to scale its mini-grid deployments in rural Africa and Asia.


News Nov 06, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
Largest US Solid-State Battery Facility To Address Scalability Challenges

Largest US Solid-State Battery Facility To Address Scalability Challenges

Factorial Energy’s Massachusetts facility will be the largest solid-state battery plant in the U.S. This article examines solid-state batteries,…


News Nov 06, 2023 by Jake Hertz
Tesla Lithium Extraction Facility Opening Mid-2024 in Texas

Tesla Lithium Extraction Facility Opening Mid-2024 in Texas

Tesla’s lithium refinery plant on the Texas Gulf Coast is ahead of schedule and should begin production by mid-2024.


News Nov 03, 2023 by Kevin Clemens
Hydrogen Serves Gas Turbine Demo,  Regional Supply Hub Projects

Hydrogen Serves Gas Turbine Demo,  Regional Supply Hub Projects

The latest developments in hydrogen use and production include hydrogen-powered turbines, production plants, and regional supply hubs.


News Oct 30, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
Eaton Invests More Than $500M in Manufacturing for Grid Modernization

Eaton Invests More Than $500M in Manufacturing for Grid Modernization

Eaton will invest over $500 million in manufacturing capacity for electrical solutions in utility, commercial, healthcare, industrial, and…


News Sep 11, 2023 by Mike Falter
GE Partners With Greenwood for Power Grid Data Collection

GE Partners With Greenwood for Power Grid Data Collection

GE acquires Greenbird Technologies to advance and integrate GE’s GridOS, a software suite for electrical power production and distribution plants.


News Sep 07, 2023 by Shawn Dietrich
GM Invests in Start-Up Developing Low-Cost Cathode Materials for EV Batteries Using AI

GM Invests in Start-Up Developing Low-Cost Cathode Materials for EV Batteries Using AI

General Motors will lead the $60 million Series B investment in battery technology start-up Mitra Chem to accelerate development of the company’s…


News Aug 29, 2023 by Mike Falter
A Look at Emerging Charging Solutions for Large EVs

A Look at Emerging Charging Solutions for Large EVs

Each of these solutions takes a unique approach to charging larger electric vehicles like buses and RVs. This article will examine some of the more…


News Aug 04, 2023 by Jake Hertz
GM Secures EV Hazard Detection With Start-Up Acquisition 

GM Secures EV Hazard Detection With Start-Up Acquisition 

General Motors makes a key acquisition to secure early hazard detection for its growing lineup of battery-powered electric vehicles.


News Jul 19, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
Exploring the Latest Molex Battery Tech Enhancements for the Next-Gen BMW EV

Exploring the Latest Molex Battery Tech Enhancements for the Next-Gen BMW EV

BMW Group has selected the Volfinity Cell Contacting System from Molex to be used in the battery management system for its next-generation…


News Jul 09, 2023 by Mike Falter
Wise-Integration, Savoy GaN Integration Sets New E-Bike Battery Charging Standard

Wise-Integration, Savoy GaN Integration Sets New E-Bike Battery Charging Standard

The companies claim to be the first in the world to integrate GaN charging into an e-bike battery.


News Jul 04, 2023 by Jake Hertz
Nidec, Renesas to Jointly Develop EV E-Axle X-in-1 System

Nidec, Renesas to Jointly Develop EV E-Axle X-in-1 System

The companies have teamed up to develop reliable and high-performance EV solutions.


News Jun 12, 2023 by Jake Hertz