Category : Tech
2021 launch for 360-mile, fast-charging EV battery
Samsung SDI has developed an electric vehicle battery said to offer a range of 360 miles and recharge to 80% in 20 minutes, and expects to begin mass production by 2021.
New charging platform brings eight times faster charging
Chargepoint in the US has developed a new Express Plus Electric Vehicle Charging Platform that charges up to eight times faster than today’s mainstream fast chargers.
VW Group takes stake in Hubject eRoaming platform
The Volkswagen Group has become the seventh shareholder in the Hubject digital EV charging platform.
New technology could reduce EV charging times to minutes
A new technology breakthrough could enable electric vehicles to be recharged in the same time it takes to refuel a regular car while providing longer ranges.
Toyota targets fun and frugality to next hybrids
Toyota is targeting lighter, more efficient and more engaging drives from its next-generation hybrid system, which it says will feature in 60% of vehicles it sells in Europe, Japan, the US and China by … Read More »
Circontrol creates independent division for EV charging solutions
Spanish manufacturer Circontrol has organised its car park efficiency solutions and EV recharging technologies into two separate divisions.
ITM Power to construct UK’s first integrated hydrogen refuelling station
Energy storage and clean fuel company ITM Power is to construct a hydrogen refuelling station (HRS) at the Shell Filling Station, Beaconsfield, marking the first UK HRS to be integrated into an existing fuel forecourt.
Toyota ‘to consider introducing EVs’ to the market
Toyota has signalled possible plans to launch electric vehicles alongside its other alternative and conventionally fuelled vehicles.
Preh to underpin wireless charging solutions with Qualcomm technology
German auto supplier Preh is to develop wireless electric vehicle charging systems (WEVC) based on technology from Qualcomm under a new licence agreement.
Nissan hints at petrol range-extenders for future EVs
Nissan has launched a range-extended electric drivetrain in the Note compact MPV; the first time it has offered its EV technology with a petrol backup.[/vc_column_text] The e-POWER system was previewed in the Gripz SUV … Read More »
Nissan unveils electric mobile office e-NV200 concept
Nissan has collaborated with UK-based design workshop Studio Hardie to convert an electric e-NV200 van into a ‘mobile office’ – named the e-NV200 WORKSPACe. This conversion features integrated fold-out desk, touchscreen computer, wireless internet, … Read More »
Fossilised algae could enable cheaper, longer-range EVs
Researchers in California have discovered a cheaper and greener way to produce long-range lithium-ion batteries for electric vehicles, using fossilised algae.
GKN reveals new electric rear axle for PHEVs
Component manufacturer GKN Driveline has developed a lightweight, all-in-one electric rear axle for plug-in hybrids, due to debut in 2019 in a European carmaker’s product line-up and sold globally.
New Tritium Veefil fast charger targets fleets and workplaces
Australian EV charging specialist Tritium is to launch three new products this week, including a fast charger for fleets and workplaces.
Rolec EV launches expenses-friendly home charging point
Rolec EV has developed an internet-connected domestic charging point, enabling remote tracking of energy use for company cars for expenses and accounting.
Netherlands begins nationwide smart charging trial
A nationwide smart charging project has begun in the Netherlands, with the aim of establishing a set of international standards for the technology.
GM and U.S. Army reveal hydrogen-powered pickup
General Motors and the U.S. Army have co-developed a hydrogen fuel cell-powered armoured pickup, designed for battlefield use.
EVs and autonomous vehicles will inevitably merge, says Lux Research
Emerging technologies analyst, Lux Research, has published a report detailing why it believes EVs and autonomous vehicles will inevitably merge as the technologies become more mainstream. In the report, Lux Research explained that as the automotive … Read More »
Cooled charging cables could mean faster EV top-ups
A Swiss component manufacturer has developed a cooled EV charging cable, claimed to offer significantly faster top-ups without increasing the thickness of the cable itself.
New battery technology targets refuel-like charging times
A new type of battery could soon allow ultra-fast charging times for electric vehicles, with no energy loss when it isn’t in use.
