Tag: battery

Women in the Driving Seat launched in 2025 to spotlight women's experiences and successes in the automotive industry.Episode 10 features leaders Kate Tyrrell and Antonia Stephenson, discussing EV safety, recycling, and gender diversity challenges.The...

Polestar now includes battery health certificates with every used electric vehicle to boost trust and ease buyer concerns.75% of UK drivers worry about used EVs, mainly due to battery condition, despite promising lifespan research.Polestar...

Scania buys the Northvolt industrial battery unit, reviving a $6M deal halted by Northvolt’s recent bankruptcy.The unit makes battery systems for heavy-duty sectors, employs 260 people, and will continue operations under Scania.Northvolt’s collapse—due to...

Battery demand is soaring as BEV production is set to double by 2035, with the UK aiming to export 80% of its EV output.Record-breaking UK EV sales and booming US demand are driving the...

Volklec becomes the UK’s only independent battery manufacturer, partnering with China’s Far East Battery (FEB) to produce lithium-ion cells at UKBIC.Production begins in 2025, with two types of 21700 cylindrical battery cells for e-mobility...

Li-Cycle announces two major recycling partnerships in Germany, expanding its European battery recycling network.Deals with premium and luxury EV manufacturers secure a steady supply of battery materials for its Germany Spoke.Strengthens Li-Cycle’s role in...

Stellantis and CATL are investing €4.1 billion to build an LFP battery plant in Zaragoza, Spain, starting production by late 2026.The plant will focus on reducing EV costs, supporting Stellantis’ Dare Forward 2030 strategy...

Rimac Energy has launched the SineStack battery storage system in the UK, offering high performance and reliability.The SineStack system uses advanced technology and software to optimise energy use and extend battery lifespan.Rimac Energy, based...

Brill Power and Fellten will integrate BrillOS with Fellten’s battery technology for diverse sectors including automotive and energy.The collaboration enhances production, supports the UK Battery Strategy, and provides flexible, low-maintenance battery solutions with BrillOS.Fellten’s...

Luca has been CEO of E-GAP Italy since 2020 and recently also appointed as CEO of E-GAP ENGINEERING. With Luca at the helm, E-GAP has become a leading name in innovative EV charging solutions....

Daimler Truck has opened a new Battery Technology Centre in Mannheim, focusing on advanced battery cell and pack development.The facility, with 7,500 square meters plus a 3,000 square-meter annex, supports prototype development and mass...

Ayvens and BYD signed an MoU to distribute EVs and provide leasing services in select European markets.The partnership aims to accelerate EV market development with fleet solutions, advisory support, and comprehensive charging services.BYD will...

Amplify Cell Technologies begins construction of a battery cell factory in Marshall County, Mississippi.The joint venture involves Accelera, Daimler Trucks & Buses US Holding LLC, PACCAR, with $2-3 billion investment.Facility to annually produce 21...

Plug Me In broadens its offerings with solar and battery services, strengthening its clean energy portfolio.Acquiring Environmental Energies Limited (EEL) adds experienced clean energy experts, enhancing Plug Me In's capabilities.Plug Me In introduces new...

Integrals Power's advanced LFP and LFMP cathode materials offer 30% more energy storage and faster discharge rates.Sourcing raw materials from Europe and the US enhances supply chain security and reduces CO2 emissions by 20%.Supported...

JLR partners with Fortescue for cutting-edge battery intelligence software, Elysia, to boost EV performance.Elysia enhances battery longevity, safety, and faster charging across JLR's luxury electric vehicles.Debuting on the Range Rover Electric, it supports JLR's...

New UK EV battery maker Volklec launches in Coventry, creating West Midlands jobs.The company is backed by Frontive and partners with UKBIC for advanced facilities and expertise.Founder Imran Khatri focuses on decarbonisation and broader...

Breathe Battery Technologies appoints Laurent Cordonnier, bringing expertise from Native Instruments and Deezer.Focus on rapid expansion involves amplifying revenue, fortifying the team, and spearheading investment rounds.Breathe's adaptive charging software, in partnership with Volvo Cars,...

PURE EV and PDSL team up to develop an electric 2-wheeler with solid-state battery tech, offering a 250 km range and an AI-powered powertrain for easy troubleshooting.PDSL brings its engineering expertise, having worked with...

Nissan and Ecobat collaborate to repurpose used EV batteries for sustainability.Partnership aims to establish a circular energy economy beyond recycling.Project combines Nissan's expertise with Ecobat's recycling proficiency for second-life battery applications.Nissan and Ecobat have...

CATL unveils world's first LFP EV battery with 1,000 km range.Chinese EV maker plans to equip over 50 models with current-gen 700 km range batteries by year-end.CATL considers establishing R&D centres in Hong Kong...

BMW Group and Rimac Technology agree long-term battery partnership.To support the project, Rimac Technology is opening a campus in Zagreb, Croatia.Their shared goal is to create innovative solutions for the high-voltage batteries in future...

Rimac Energy opens advanced BESS facility in Witney, Oxfordshire, UK.Creates 70+ high-skilled jobs, benefiting UK tech and Oxfordshire.Highlights sustainability commitment with innovative SineStack solution.Rimac Energy has opened its new facility in Witney, Oxfordshire, to...

This StoreDot battery tech tackles winter range anxiety, providing a breakthrough for EV owners.Recent tests showcase cells maintaining an impressive 80% capacity even at freezing -10°C.StoreDot positions itself as a leader in EV technology,...