Technologieförderung Münster has begun construction of the BATTL3. The new specialized building will be part of BatteryCityMünster, one of Europe’s major ecosystems for battery technology. The new construction is expected to be completed by the end of 2027. Read more…
Saarland researchers use 3D-printed metallic glass motor parts to cut iron losses
Researchers at Saarland University say they have developed iron-rich amorphous alloys for electric motor components that can reduce remagnetization losses by eliminating the crystalline microstructure that causes internal friction and heat buildup in conventional soft-magnetic materials. The project focuses on replacing coarse-grained crystalline iron alloys used in stators and rotors with metallic glasses containing 70%… Read more…
Webinar: Reducing thermal interface material scrap—how Fujipoly is rethinking waste
Thermal interface materials are playing an increasingly important role in extending product lifetimes and improving energy efficiency—key contributions to a more sustainable society. However, many of these materials rely on thermoset polymers such as silicone, which cannot be reused and often end up as industrial waste. As a leading manufacturer of silicone-based thermal interface sheets,… Read more…
Nissan, Uber and Wayve collaborate on robotaxis
Wayve, a British autonomous driving specialist, plans to launch a robotaxi pilot project in Tokyo in collaboration with Nissan and Uber. For this purpose, Wayve’s AI-powered system will be integrated into several units of the new generation Nissan Leaf. Read more…
ID.3 facelift to be named ID.3 Neo
Volkswagen is releasing significant facelifts for its existing MEB models. Now, the Wolfsburg-based automaker is also bringing the ID.3 successor out of the shadows—though only slightly. It will celebrate its world premiere in mid-April with a new name and new features. The company remains tight-lipped about the drivetrain technology. Read more…
Scandlines puts electric freight ferry ‘Baltic Whale’ into service
Scandlines, the ferry operator, has put the world’s currently largest electric freight ferry, named ‘Baltic Whale,’ into operation. Measuring 147.4 meters in length, it features a massive battery system with a total capacity of 10 MWh. Thanks to high-performance systems, the batteries of this electric vessel can be charged in just 12 minutes. Read more…
Lucid Cosmos And Earth: New Mid-Size SUVs With 300+ Miles Of Range, High-Tech Software
After months of teasing, Lucid has revealed the names of its first two mid-size electric crossovers. Lire la suite…
Rivian R2 Vs. Tesla Model Y: Which American Mid-Size EV SUV Is Best?
Rivian’s future hinges on the R2’s success. Here’s how the new mid-size SUV compares to the Tesla Model Y. Lire la suite…
The Rivian R2 Launches At $57,990 With 330 Miles Of Range
The Rivian R2 goes on sale this spring for $57,990. Lower-priced models are coming soon. Lire la suite…
The $45,000 Rivian R2 Doesn’t Stack Up To The Tesla Model Y In One Key Way
The pricier R2 Performance isn’t for everyone. So here’s a closer look at the cheaper trim. Lire la suite…
Dead: Honda 0 Series And Acura RSX
Citing a slowing EV market in the U.S., and the inability to keep up with China, Honda cancels its flagship self-developed EVs. Lire la suite…
Li Auto plans to launch i9 flagship electric SUV in H2
Li Auto will launch the new i9 pure electric flagship SUV in the second half of this year to enrich its BEV product matrix.
Positioned as the pure electric flagship of the family lineup, the i9 is expected to be physically larger than the existing i8 model.
China Feb EV battery installations drop 24.6% amid holiday lull
China’s February power battery installations dropped 24.6% year-on-year to 26.3 GWh, impacted by the timing of the Chinese New Year holiday.
Despite the slump in installations, total battery production and export volumes continued to show year-on-year growth.
Honda cancels three planned EVs for the US Market
Honda is another automaker facing consequences from the Trump administration’s anti-EV policies in the USA. The Japanese company is canceling the highly anticipated electric models Honda 0 SUV, Honda 0 Sedan, and Acura RSX for the US market. Additionally, Honda expects losses of up to €13.5 billion due to this strategic shift. Read more…
Li Auto sets 20% growth goal for 2026 after challenging year
Li Auto targets a 20% sales increase in 2026, seeking to recover from an 18.8% drop in 2025 deliveries.
Li Auto barely eked out a net profit in the fourth quarter as it revamps its sales network and rolls out new models to fend off competition.
The Avatr 06T revealed as a speedy 955-hp electric wagon
Avatr just showed off its newest creation, the Avatr 06T – a station wagon. Many electric cars today look like bubbles or tall SUVs, but this one sits low to the ground and looks ready for a racetrack. First official images reveal an EV in a bright new orange color that is hard to miss. This model is based on… Read more…
Smart recalls nearly 18,000 EVs in China
Smart is issue a China-wide recall of certain units of its electric models, the Smart #1 and Smart #3, due to a fire risk originating from the batteries. Given that its sister brand Zeekr initiated a similarly worded recall just a few weeks ago, the issues are likely related. Read more…
DCB Energy builds truck charging network in Benelux
Dutch energy company DCB Energy is building a public truck charging network in the Benelux countries. The technology for this is being provided by Finnish manufacturer Kempower. Initially, eight locations are planned – seven in the Netherlands and one in Belgium. Read more…
Average price of electric cars falls for first time since 2020
An analysis by Transport & Environment (T&E) shows that the average price of electric vehicles in the EU has fallen for the first time since 2020. The reason for this is the EU Commission’s CO2 targets for passenger cars, which are prompting automakers to introduce more affordable models to the market. Read more…
Utah to lead five-state pilot program to test eVTOL aircraft
The Utah Department of Transportation will lead a federal pilot program to test eVTOL aircraft and other emerging aviation technologies in real-world operations. The Federal Aviation Administration selected UDOT to lead one of eight projects nationwide for the Electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) Integration Pilot Program, a three-year initiative designed to help integrate electric… Read more…
