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Australian truck electrification company Janus Electric has secured new orders from four California-based trucking fleets for 67 diesel-to-electric truck conversions, strengthening its presence in the North American market. The latest agreements increase the company’s total North American order book to 112 truck conversions, representing contracts valued at approximately AUD45 million (US$31.5 million). https://evmagz.com/everrati-partners-with-motion-applied-to-integrate-800v-silicon-carbide-inverters-into-modular-ev-powertrains/ The new customers are Golden State Express, WEHACO, Tradelinke Transport, and King Fio Trucking. Orders Expand U.S. Customer Base The California contracts include 67 truck conversions, 77 swappable battery packs, and four Janus Charge & Change Stations. Janus Electric said the orders significantly expand its customer base…

MG is recalling nearly 10,000 units of its all-electric S5 EV after identifying a defect that could cause the vehicle’s cooling fan controller to overheat in cold weather. The recall affects 9,806 vehicles manufactured between 22 January 2025 and 29 January 2026, including 1,830 vehicles in Germany. The campaign is being supervised in Germany by the Federal Motor Transport Authority (KBA) under reference number 16617R. https://evmagz.com/mg-motor-confirms-first-eu-factory-in-spain-with-e200-million-investment/ Frozen Cooling Fan May Cause Overheating According to the KBA, the issue involves the radiator cooling fan operating in low ambient temperatures. If the fan freezes and becomes immobilized, activating the vehicle’s cabin heating…

Geely Auto has introduced a new-generation electric drive system that integrates 16 key powertrain components into a single unit, as the automaker continues to develop more compact and efficient battery-electric vehicle technologies. The new 16-in-1 Intelligent E-Drive will make its production debut in the upcoming Geely TT saloon and is designed to improve energy efficiency, reduce packaging requirements and simplify vehicle manufacturing. https://evmagz.com/geely-galaxy-unveils-ai-powered-electric-sedan-galaxy-tt/ Integrated Design Targets Higher Efficiency According to Geely, the integrated drive unit weighs 75 kilograms and combines multiple powertrain functions that would traditionally be housed in separate components. The company said the system achieves an overall efficiency…

Porsche’s executive reshuffle is expected to continue with the planned early departure of Head of Production Albrecht Reimold, according to Handelsblatt, which cited company and supervisory board sources. The report said Reimold could leave the sports car manufacturer as early as Sept. 1, 2026, several months before his contract is due to expire in early 2027. Supervisory Board Decision Expected According to the report, Porsche’s supervisory board is scheduled to consider the matter during its meeting on July 22. The reported departure would follow changes to Porsche’s executive board earlier this year, when Michael Leiters succeeded Oliver Blume as chief…

A new study by the Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology (Empa) suggests that converting existing diesel buses into battery-electric vehicles could significantly accelerate the decarbonisation of Europe’s public transport sector. The researchers estimate that large-scale e-retrofitting could bring forward the electrification of Europe’s bus fleet by approximately 15 years while reducing emissions, lowering costs and extending the useful life of existing vehicles. Retrofitting could speed up fleet electrification According to the study, Europe’s transition to zero-emission buses is constrained less by technology availability than by the long operating life of existing diesel vehicles, which typically remain in…

Swedish electric vehicle manufacturer Clean Motion has launched real-world trials of its EVIG lightweight electric vehicle equipped with a swappable battery system, marking an expansion of battery-swapping technology beyond electric scooters. The pilot project, taking place in Stockholm, integrates GoCimo’s existing battery-swapping infrastructure into the EVIG and will evaluate the vehicle’s performance in urban delivery operations, including Foodora’s courier network. Stockholm trial expands battery-swapping concept The first EVIG vehicles are being deployed as part of the STOLT research project, which aims to demonstrate the practicality of lightweight electric vehicles using shared battery-swapping infrastructure in everyday commercial operations. The initiative seeks…

JLR has selected Digital Charging Services (DCS) as its new public charging provider for customers driving electric and plug-in hybrid Jaguar and Land Rover vehicles, replacing its previous charging partnership with Plugsurfing. The new charging service will provide access to more than one million public charging points across Europe and comes as JLR prepares to launch the first all-electric Range Rover later this year. New Charging Platform for Jaguar and Land Rover Drivers JLR’s partnership with Plugsurfing began in 2018, but the company said the transition to Digital Charging Services will expand charging access while supporting its growing electrified vehicle…

The UK government has confirmed the final design of its mileage-based Electric Vehicle Excise Duty (eVED), which will come into effect in April 2028, introducing a per-mile charge for electric cars and plug-in hybrids alongside the existing Vehicle Excise Duty (VED). The revised framework follows a public consultation that received more than 5,000 responses. After reviewing feedback from motorists, industry groups and fleet operators, ministers simplified several compliance requirements, including scrapping plans for additional mileage checks on newer electric vehicles. New Mileage-Based Charges Under the new framework, battery-electric vehicles (BEVs) will pay 3 pence per mile, while plug-in hybrid electric…

The United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) has adopted a harmonized international regulation for automated driving systems (ADS), establishing common safety requirements for the development, approval and operation of autonomous vehicles. According to UNECE, the regulation is expected to enter into force in about one month and is supported by major automotive markets including the European Union, the United States, China, Japan, Canada and the United Kingdom. The framework is intended for automated driving systems capable of performing the complete driving task without human intervention, generally corresponding to SAE Level 4 autonomous vehicles and above. Common Safety Standards for…

Alpine has presented the first drivable prototype of its future all-electric A110 sports car at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, marking the public debut of the next generation of the brand’s flagship model. The prototype, known as the A110 Future, follows Alpine’s previously announced plan to transition the A110 from an internal combustion engine to a battery-electric powertrain. Production of the current A110 has ended at the company’s Dieppe facility, with the electric successor now entering its development phase. Prototype Built on Dedicated Performance Platform The A110 Future is based on Alpine’s new Alpine Performance Platform (APP), an architecture developed…

The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has called on autonomous vehicle developers to address safety issues involving driverless vehicles at emergency scenes, giving companies until the end of July to present plans for improving vehicle behavior. In a letter sent to developers of automated driving systems (ADS), NHTSA Administrator Jonathan Morrison cited multiple incidents in which autonomous vehicles entered active emergency scenes or failed to respond appropriately to traffic control measures used by first responders. The agency said it plans to meet with developers before the end-of-July deadline to review proposed solutions and will continue using its enforcement…

Polestar delivered a record 30,423 vehicles worldwide during the first six months of 2026, achieving its strongest first-half sales performance to date despite regulatory headwinds and softer demand in several markets. The Swedish electric vehicle manufacturer said global retail deliveries increased 0.4% from the same period a year earlier, when it delivered 30,289 vehicles. Excluding the United States, first-half deliveries rose 3.1% year over year to 28,562 vehicles, reflecting continued growth in the company’s core international markets. Second-Quarter Deliveries Ease Polestar delivered 17,296 vehicles during the second quarter, representing a 4.0% decline compared with the same period in 2025. Sales…

Posco has launched a collaborative research project with Hyundai Motor, SL Corporation and academic partners to develop high-silicon electrical steel for next-generation electric vehicle motors. The initiative is supported by South Korea’s Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy (MOTIE) and coordinated by the Korea Evaluation Institute of Industrial Technology (KEIT). The consortium also includes several research institutes and universities. The partners have signed a memorandum of understanding to jointly advance the material toward commercial application in electric vehicles. Focus on High-Efficiency Motors The project centers on developing electrical steel containing 6.5% silicon, a material designed to improve the efficiency of…

Researchers at Pennsylvania State University (Penn State) have developed a process that converts polyethylene terephthalate (PET) plastic from beverage bottles into high-quality synthetic graphite, offering a potential new source of anode material for lithium-ion batteries. The research, published in the journal Diamond and Related Materials, suggests the method could help address both plastic waste and the growing demand for battery-grade graphite. PET Waste Converted Into Synthetic Graphite The research team transformed shredded PET plastic into synthetic graphite by combining it with small amounts of graphene oxide and applying a controlled thermal process. According to the researchers, the highest-quality graphite was…

Ireland’s ICE2EV electric vehicle scrappage pilot reached its full allocation within one hour of opening, with all 2,000 available grants claimed shortly after applications began. The scheme offers motorists up to €5,000 toward the purchase of a new battery electric vehicle (BEV) when scrapping an eligible petrol or diesel car. Combined with Ireland’s existing €3,500 EV purchase grant, buyers could receive total incentives of €8,500. Strong Demand for EV Incentives Applications were submitted through participating dealerships on a first-come, first-served basis. According to Ireland’s Department of Transport, the pilot reached its capacity within an hour despite a brief website outage…

Mercedes-Benz is reportedly planning to manufacture its upcoming compact electric G-Class in Hungary instead of Germany, as the automaker continues to reorganize its European production network and reduce manufacturing costs. According to Automobilwoche, citing sources within Mercedes-Benz Group, the compact model is expected to enter production at the company’s Kecskemét plant in Hungary in 2027. The report said the Rastatt facility, which currently builds several compact Mercedes-Benz models, is not expected to receive the production assignment. Hungary Plant Expected to Play Larger Role The reported compact model is expected to be based on Mercedes-Benz’s Mercedes Modular Architecture (MMA) platform for…

McMurtry Automotive has revealed the production version of its Spéirling Pure, an all-electric single-seat hyper track car engineered around a patented Downforce-on-Demand™ system capable of generating up to 2,000kg of aerodynamic downforce regardless of vehicle speed. Scheduled to make its public debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed from 9–12 July, the track-focused EV is priced at £995,000 (US$1.32 million), with customer deliveries expected to begin later in 2026. Fan-Based Downforce Redefines Track Performance The Spéirling Pure’s defining engineering feature is its patented Downforce-on-Demand system, which uses twin electric fans spinning at up to 23,000rpm to generate suction beneath the…

Zoomlion Heavy Industry Science & Technology Co., Ltd. has highlighted five major technological breakthroughs in hybrid and electric drive systems as it accelerates the transition toward low-emission heavy equipment across its construction, mining and agricultural machinery businesses. The technologies were recognized during the company’s seventh Science and Technology Innovation Conference, underscoring Zoomlion’s long-term strategy to expand intelligent and sustainable equipment solutions. Five Innovations Drive Electrification Strategy Among the technologies honored were an ultra-high-horsepower hybrid tractor, advanced electric-drive and intelligent control systems for heavy machinery, distributed electric-drive technology for mobile cranes, series-hybrid electric-drive systems for combine harvesters, and a portfolio of…

Infineon Technologies has officially opened its Smart Power Fab in Dresden, Germany, completing the company’s largest single investment to date with a project valued at €5 billion. The advanced semiconductor facility will manufacture power semiconductors and analog/mixed-signal chips used in electric vehicles, renewable energy systems, industrial applications and artificial intelligence infrastructure. Expanding Semiconductor Capacity The Smart Power Fab began operations several months ahead of schedule and doubles Infineon’s production capacity for power semiconductors and analog/mixed-signal technologies at its Dresden campus. The project has created approximately 1,000 new jobs and significantly expands the company’s manufacturing capabilities for next-generation semiconductor devices. According…

TU Wien has opened the eMOTION Lab, a new research hub dedicated to advancing electric drivetrain technology and power electronics, with the facility beginning operations through the launch of an inverter test bench for industry and academic partners. The laboratory is designed to support the development of next-generation electric drive systems while strengthening collaboration between researchers, automotive companies, and technology suppliers. Research Focuses on Electric Drivetrain Technologies The first phase of the eMOTION Lab became operational at the beginning of July with an inverter test bench that is available for use by industrial companies, research organizations, and university partners for…