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Electric Trucking Gains Momentum With Industry Investments

Electric Trucking Gains Momentum With Industry Investments

Three major developments in electric trucks breathe life into the electric trucking industry.


News Feb 16, 2024 by Jake Hertz
High-Voltage Charger to Propel Hybrid-Electric Aircraft Demonstrator

High-Voltage Charger to Propel Hybrid-Electric Aircraft Demonstrator

A bidirectional mobile charging unit will serve high-power batteries in Pratt & Whitney’s upcoming hybrid-electric flight demonstrator.


News Feb 08, 2024 by Shannon Cuthrell
NASA To Test High-Performance Batteries for Advanced Air Mobility

NASA To Test High-Performance Batteries for Advanced Air Mobility

Archer Aviation’s lithium-ion battery cells will be tested under extreme conditions to ensure the highest safety for advanced air mobility and…


News Feb 05, 2024 by Shannon Cuthrell
WAVE Wireless Charger Could Combat Cold Weather Effects in EVs

WAVE Wireless Charger Could Combat Cold Weather Effects in EVs

The wireless charging solution is rated at 500 kW and can work in low-negative temperatures.


News Jan 29, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Can Liquid Hydrogen Power Long-Distance Trucking?

Can Liquid Hydrogen Power Long-Distance Trucking?

The trucking industry is pioneering liquid hydrogen-fueled semi-trucks capable of hauling large payloads with less refueling.


News Jan 26, 2024 by John Nieman
Bosch Tackles EVs and Efficiency at CES 2024

Bosch Tackles EVs and Efficiency at CES 2024

Bosch demonstrated a variety of new initiatives for a sustainable future. EEPower reports from CES 2024 in this roundup of Bosch’s innovations.


News Jan 22, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Flying Cars Take Center Stage at CES 2024

Flying Cars Take Center Stage at CES 2024

Debuts from Supernal and Xpeng demonstrate that eVTOLs and flying cars are coming sooner than expected. EEPower covers the latest onsite from CES.


News Jan 18, 2024 by Jake Hertz
V2G Charging Project Taps Parked School Buses

V2G Charging Project Taps Parked School Buses

A bidirectional charging hub turns electric buses into mobile batteries, enhancing peak demand response for British Columbia’s main utility.


News Jan 02, 2024 by Shannon Cuthrell
Electrifying Santa’s Sleigh

Electrifying Santa’s Sleigh

Follow Chief Engineer Elf Quantum Watts’ journey transitioning from traditional reindeer propulsion to a world where Santa’s sleigh is powered…


News Dec 18, 2023 by Kevin Clemens
NXP, Applied EV Team Up for Software-Defined Vehicles

NXP, Applied EV Team Up for Software-Defined Vehicles

The two companies will focus on the joint development of electronics and software within vehicles. This article explains software-defined vehicles…


News Dec 12, 2023 by Jake Hertz
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
Tesla Predictive Technology Addresses Real-Time EV Charging Station Issues

Tesla Predictive Technology Addresses Real-Time EV Charging Station Issues

This article discusses the need for predictive technology in the EV charging network and how Tesla’s newest software update addresses those issues.


News Nov 01, 2023 by Jake Hertz
Wind Farms Switch Lights On, Off With Aircraft Detection System

Wind Farms Switch Lights On, Off With Aircraft Detection System

Onshore wind farms are using aircraft detection lighting systems that operate on demand to reduce light pollution.


News Oct 17, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
How the Energy Mix Impacts Hydrogen’s Sustainability for Aviation

How the Energy Mix Impacts Hydrogen’s Sustainability for Aviation

The value of hydrogen as a sustainable aviation fuel depends on the weight of renewables in the electric grid. Using Chicago’s O’Hare…


News Oct 04, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
Massive Battery Electric Ferry Under Construction in Australia

Massive Battery Electric Ferry Under Construction in Australia

Featuring an electric motor-driven waterjet propulsion system and an energy storage capacity of 40 megawatt-hours, the 426-foot-long Incat Hull 096…


News Sep 15, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
Tesla Bags Big Wins in Ongoing Charging Expansion

Tesla Bags Big Wins in Ongoing Charging Expansion

Texas transportation authorities rubber-stamped the inclusion of Tesla’s North American Charging Standard in state infrastructure expansion…


News Sep 03, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
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
EPRI Program Helps Utilities Plan for EV Expansion

EPRI Program Helps Utilities Plan for EV Expansion

Utilities, fleet operators, automakers, and federal agencies are teaming up to prepare the grid for an influx of electric vehicle charging…


News Aug 22, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
Open-Source Platform Simulates Energy Transition Strategies for Rail Infrastructure

Open-Source Platform Simulates Energy Transition Strategies for Rail Infrastructure

An open-source modeling tool, ALTRIOS, helps rail companies assess decarbonization options and optimize the rollout of energy-efficient…


News Aug 21, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
Nikola Electric Truck Fire Likely Due to Battery Pack Leak

Nikola Electric Truck Fire Likely Due to Battery Pack Leak

Nikola Motors has issued a voluntary recall for 209 of its Class 8 Tre battery electric vehicles as a precautionary measure following the findings…


News Aug 21, 2023 by Mike Falter