Author: Shaun Williams

Koncar, the Croatian train builder, has entered into a partnership with Swiss battery system manufacturer Leclanché to power its first order of two trains that will run on medium-haul routes in coastal and inland Croatia. One of the trains is a purely electric system, while the other is a hybrid that draws its energy from the batteries or an overhead line, depending on the track section. Leclanché will supply Koncar with their INT-53 Energy Packs and battery thermal management systems for both the all-electric and hybrid trains. The INT-53 system was developed specifically for trains running on partially electrified or…

Van Dijk Trucks, a leading truck dealer for Volvo Trucks and Renault Trucks in the central Netherlands, has recently installed a new 360 kW charging station at its Utrecht branch to provide electric trucks with power. The station has the capacity to charge two vehicles in parallel with 180 kW or a single vehicle with 360 kW. The company has marked a truck parking space on either side of the charging station, which is open to all brands of electric trucks, 24/7. According to Willem van Cooten, Business Manager in Utrecht, the Netherlands is facing a significant shortage of charging…

MG, a brand owned by the Chinese automaker SAIC, is set to release its highly anticipated electric roadster, the Cyberster, by the end of this month. This news comes after the Ministry of Information and Technology (MIIT) approved pictures and technical data of the vehicle ahead of its premiere at the Shanghai Auto Show. The Cyberster was first introduced as a concept two years ago and generated significant interest, with over 5,000 people registering on a crowdfunding platform shortly after its unveiling. MG Motor then announced plans for a series version of the roadster, but news about the vehicle had…

InductEV, a technology firm specializing in wireless charging solutions for electric vehicles, has announced its move to a new headquarters facility in King of Prussia, PA. The 50,600 square foot facility at 660 Allendale Road will provide InductEV with more office and engineering space, as well as the chance to establish a state-of-the-art lab and innovation center. This move comes as InductEV gains momentum with customers and partners, and as the company showcases its technology leadership in the industry. InductEV’s wireless charging systems are in use in over 20 fleets across the United States and Europe, and have already delivered…

Wells & Co., the family brewer and pub company, has taken a major step forward in its commitment to sustainability with the installation of 23 rapid electric vehicle (EV) charging points at seven of its sites across the UK. Working in partnership with charging company Osprey, Wells & Co. plans to ramp up its charging network rollout, providing support for EV drivers across the country. The first seven sites have now been completed, with a total of 69 75kW chargers installed. Nick Wells, Head of Estates at Wells & Co., stated: “Wells are committed to our Triple Bottom Line Philosophy…

Hubject, the Berlin-based company that specializes in electric vehicle charging solutions, is expanding its Plug&Charge offering to the Asian market. As part of this move, Hubject has introduced a V2G Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) for the region, which will cover a vast area ranging from Turkey in the west to Japan in the east and including China and India, two of the world’s most populous countries. Plug&Charge is a system that enables interoperability between electric vehicles and charging stations, making it easier for users to authenticate their vehicles and stations securely. The system also supports vehicle-to-grid (V2G) capabilities, which are…

MAN Truck & Bus is taking a step forward towards the future by strengthening its cooperation with scientific institutions, the Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nuremberg (FAU) and the Nuremberg University of Applied Sciences Georg Simon Ohm (Ohm), to research fossil-free and future-proof drives. The cooperation, called Campus Future Driveline, will occur both decentrally and spatially united on the factory premises of the MAN site in Nuremberg. The joint laboratories on the MAN site have already been officially opened, and the first Ohm students started working in the laboratories in the summer of 2022. The collaboration aims to create synergies between science and…

Germany is leading the way in improving the sustainability of lithium-ion batteries through a joint project called SWELL. Led by battery electrolyte company Elyte Innovations, the project is working with researchers at the Technical University Dresden and the automotive lubricants company, Fuchs Smierstoffe, to recover non-metallic components from batteries, including lithium salts, solvents, and electrolyte additives. SWELL is focused on a different approach than most battery recycling research projects, aiming to recover critical raw materials, such as lithium, fluorine, and phosphorus, from electrolyte components. The consortium is developing and evaluating efficient separation methods of liquid and solid electrolyte components to…

As the world works towards a sustainable future, the United States seems to be on track to achieve a significant milestone in the auto industry. By 2050, it is projected that 75% of vehicles in the United States will be electric, largely thanks to the states that have followed California’s lead in banning the sale of internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles by 2035. A report from Energy Innovation, an energy and climate policy think tank, highlights the impact that the 17 states which have already adopted California’s emissions regulations could have on the U.S. car industry. The report notes that…

Indonesia is set to propose a limited free trade agreement (FTA) with the United States, focused on specific battery-related minerals crucial for electric vehicle (EV) batteries. The proposal aims to allow companies involved in the EV battery supply chain in Indonesia to benefit from the US’ tax credits under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). The announcement was made by senior Indonesian minister Luhut Pandjaitan during a news conference on Monday, who stated that he intends to meet with Ford and Tesla executives during an upcoming visit to the US. “We do not have an FTA with them. Now we’re proposing…

Ferrari has partnered with Samsung Display to create cutting-edge, bespoke OLED technology display solutions for Ferrari’s next-generation models. The two companies signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to collaborate on the project, which is set to transform the digital environment of Ferrari’s luxury vehicles. At CES 2023, Samsung Display unveiled its New Digital Cockpit, featuring a 34-inch slim bezel display with bendable technology that creates a 700R curvature during driving mode. The innovative display solution will use Samsung Display’s OLED technology, known for its low power consumption, to improve the car’s efficiency and sustainability. Samsung Display is a global leader…

The rise of electric vehicles (EVs) has brought about a wave of change that is set to revolutionize the transportation industry. With the developed world moving towards a stop-sale of internal combustion engine vehicles, the question on everyone’s mind is, what will happen to the 145,000 gas stations in the U.S. and countless others around the world? Additionally, where will all the new charging stations be found? While many EV owners have access to charging stations at home, there are still a significant number of individuals who rely on public charging stations. A recent study conducted by Wood Mackenzie indicates…