Tag: batteries

Geely and NIO unite in Hangzhou, emphasizing battery swapping.CEOs Jack Liu (Yiyi Power, Geely) and Fei Shen (NIO) sign an agreement covering battery standards and swapping tech.Reflecting rising acceptance, the collaboration could streamline EV...

Volvo Penta’s provisions of a sub-system for battery energy storage manufacturers, announced earlier this year, has resulted in a major collaboration.The brand will now work with Tecnogen, to assist in providing energy storage solutions...

A report by the Electric School Bus Initiative has outlined recommendations to avoid batteries going into landfill at their end of life, ensuring the environmental benefits stay in place.With the average battery on electric...

ABB and Altilium transform European battery sustainability with automation, electrification, and digital solutions.Meeting the demand for sustainable battery materials is vital for the booming electric vehicle industry.Partnership lowers EV carbon footprint, promoting a greener...

Redwood Materials, founded by Tesla Co-Founder JB Straubel, moves into EV battery productionThe production facility will be the first of its kind in the US, swerving the IRA’s additional import tariffsUS battery recycling firm,...

Tesla celebrates 10 years of Supercharger stations in EuropeFree EV charging on August 29 as part of Electric SummerOver 70% of Supercharger network now open to all EVsTesla gives free EV charging to mark...

We recently shared the news that Durham County Council have teamed with Kerbo Charge to roll out innovative no-trip charging cables into the pavements. This pilot scheme has the potential to unlock EV charging...

Bramble Energy reveals new HQ with hydrogen innovation hub, fueled by rapid growth since 2016Success rooted in PCB-X™ Platform, used for adaptable fuel cell solutionsThe hydrogen innovation could prove essential for clean heavy mobility...

Webfleet's world record-breaking attempt saw the electric van drive 311.18 miles on one charge.Completed in a FIAT E-Scudo, driven by Kevin Booker, Sam Clarke, and Fergal McGrath, used Bridgestone Duravis tires.The record demonstrates electric...

Green Lithium has announced that planning permission has been approved to build a large lithium refinery in the north of England.The factory is set to be fully operational by 2027.The news comes just after...

Tata confirms new battery gigafactory will be based in the UK giving the EV sector a big boostLargest ever automotive investment in the UK supports EV sectorWhat does this news mean for the future...

Tesla plans to disrupt the UK energy market with a new household supplier.They aim to sell electricity, establish virtual power plants, and support the transition to 100% renewable energy.Tesla may assist customers with storing...

InstaVolt plans to build the largest EV charging Super Hub in the UK, supporting the country's electric vehicle shift.The Super Hub will have dedicated bays for various vehicles, solar arrays, energy storage, and convenient...

Elbow Beach Capital invests £900k in Allye, revolutionizing grid edge energy storage with recycled EV batteries.Allye's Max system bridges the gap between stationary and mobile power, reducing CO2 emissions and replacing diesel generators.Allye aims...

Toyota plans to cut the cost, size, and weight of EV batteries in half by adopting solid-state battery technology as opposed to the widely used lithium-ion solutions used in EVsIt plans to bring this...

NACS (North American Charging Standard) is emerging as the preferred charging standard for EVs in North America, replacing CCS1.Mercedes-Benz joins manufacturers like Ford, General Motors, Rivian, Volvo and Polestar in the connector transition.Some manufacturers...

Amazon introduces Rivian's electric delivery vans in Europe.Initial shipment of 300 vans to Munich, Berlin, and Dusseldorf.Rivian’s custom electric delivery vans are specially designed for European roads.Rivian have delivered 300 custom electric delivery vans,...

IVECO eDaily electric van tows 158.58 tonnes to claim Guinness World Record title.Surpasses records set by all-wheel drive electric cars thanks to its powerful drivetrain.Achieved with a specially engineered IVECO X-Way Strator truck and...

Green Finance Institute and Zapmap release groundbreaking report on UK EV charging utilisation.Time-based and energy-based measures of utilisation introduced.Ultra-rapid chargers show increased demand, but lower energy-based utilisation compared to rapid chargers.The report shows a...

Aston Martin partners with Lucid Group to propel its electric vehicle (EV) strategy.Lucid will provide cutting-edge EV technologies for Aston Martin's new BEV platform.The iconic brand aims to offer electrified powertrain options for all...

We are sad to share the news of the passing of John B. GoodenoughJohn B. Goodenough, winner of the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 2019, is credited with the essential research and development of...

Ford Motor Co. secures $9.2 billion government loan for EV battery factories.Loan supports President Biden's green technology plan and US industrial strategy to compete with China in EV and battery production.Ford aims to produce...

MG Cyberster debuts at Goodwood Festival of Speed 2023.Expected to achieve 270 miles range and 0-60 in under 3 seconds.MG aims to demonstrate EV transformation with Cyberster's introduction.MG’s Cyberster will make waves at the...