BI-REX, the Italian Competence Center specialized on Big Data, will host the workshop focused on laser applications in the E-mobility organized by LaserEMobility Section of AITeM – The Italian Manufacturing Association. The academic partners of LaserEMobility, Alma Mater Studiorum – Università di Bologna, Politecnico di Milano and Technical University of Munich with the industrial partners IMA Automation Atop, Manz Italia and Raylase propose an event filled with technical discussion, which will be held in phygital mode and will take place on Thursday 10 and Friday 11 March at BI-REX headquarters.
FORMAT OF THE WORKSHOP
The event, which will be held in two days in phygital mode, will take place on Thursday 10th March and Friday 11th March at BI-REX headquarters in Bologna (via Paolo Nanni Costa 14); it will be also broadcasted in web streaming. The workshop is free of charge.
On this two-day event component manufacturers, system integrators and end-users from the e-mobility world get together to present the novel solutions and the future needs of the sector. A round-table discussion along with academia will help to establish a better vision of the future.
The workshop is planned to have discussions channelled towards the main issues of the sector. The round table discussion will put together the key players and academia together to foresee the next challenges.
PARTICIPATION MODALITIES
Participants can choose to attend physically the event or follow it in live streaming: you can make this choice by filling out the form.
The maximum capacity of the room in which the event will take place is 130 people: seat reservations will be based on the chronological order of registration. All those will be unable to physically attend, will be able to follow the event online (we will send the link the day before the start of the workshop).
For any further information, you can send an e-mail to one of the following addresses:
After some three years of development, the time has come: The fully functional prototype of the XBUS – previously known as eBussy – is now entering its next phase. The first series model of the new modular universal vehicle will be rolling off the production line in Itzehoe in mid-2022. The XBUS – Made in Germany with Love. Ingolstadt – The presentation of the series-ready XBUS prototype marks the beginning of a revolution in the future class of lightweight vehicles. “The time is ripe for the XBUS,” says a confident Ralf Haller, founder of ElectricBrands AG. “Looking at the growing congestion on the roads, bigger and bigger cars cannot be the answer. We need smart, versatile, and sustainable concepts that preserve individual mobility and personal lifestyle for all of us – without exhaust emissions, but with comfort, acceptable range and suitable speed. Which is exactly where we’re going with the XBUS.” He started thinking about this kind of concept about three years ago. The ambitious goal: to develop one of the most innovative, sustainable lightweight electric vehicles in the world, a fusion of technology, usability, design – and fun. The convincing result: the XBUS, a modular universal vehicle that meets the criteria of the L7e-B2 light vehicle class. This means: electric drive, net weight under 600 kg, transport for up to 3 people, continuous power 15 kW, peak power 56 kW and a top speed of 100 km/h. The dimensions: 3.96 x 1.64 x 1.96 (off-road: 2.03) and, depending on the module, up to a 1,000 kg payload. The Design: Appealing and Well Thought-Out The XBUS has a friendly face, smooth surfaces and convincingly purist styling. The design was carefully developed by Yaroslav Yakovlev, an automotive designer with Russian roots who lives in Japan. After studying design in St. Petersburg and Milan, his previous positions include roles at Ferrari, Yamaha Motors, Daihatsu and, since 2020, Subaru. “What fascinated me about Ralf Haller’s idea from the beginning is that it’s basically not about a vehicle, but about an entire vehicle concept with almost endless possibilities. So I had to design the base and the modules in a way to always form a harmonious unit. And: everything had to be lightweight. Hence the door handle recesses, hence the optional small rear cameras instead of the usual mirrors. A side effect is the vehicle’s reduced front surface,” explains Yakovlev. Another key point for him was the interior design: “After all, you mostly see your car from the inside. So everything has to be fun to look at. And it has to be practical.” The XBUS is customizable not only thanks to a choice of exterior colors, but also thanks to the panels in contrasting colors or a textured look. Round LED lights at the front and rear give it character while the bumpers are clearly protruding, decoupled from the body and not painted – because design and function go hand in hand on the XBUS making it suitable for everyday use.
Two Chassis Options, Eight Modular Variants The XBUS is a real quick-change artist for trade and commerce – but also a leisure vehicle with long-distance credentials. And it’s all in one – converted in no time. Two chassis options are available: the XBUS City and the XBUS Off-road with more ground clearance. Both options are available as a basic Freedom version or with eight different modules. The highlight here is that the modules can be exchanged in a very short period of time by yourself. The eight different options are created by cleverly combining the available modules. Bus The rear cabin module, allowing a second row of seats behind the first, plus a Trunk Module fuse here to create a classic bus with two side doors and a large tailgate. By folding down the second row of seats and the passenger seat backrest, this variant becomes a bit of a spatial miracle offering over three cubic meters load capacity! Tipper Featuring the flat Center Module, which fills the space behind the driver’s cab and under the loading deck, and the tipper module, this variant is aimed at anyone needing to shift lots of material at work. The Center Module can be used as storage for tools and/or for extra battery packs.
CargoBox The high CargoBox leaves plenty of room for deliveries and is likewise combined with the flat center module. An ideal companion for covering that last mile delivery. This and indeed most XBUS variants provide room for at least two Euro pallets. To kick off series production, the manufacturer will be offering various CargoBox variants. Individual CargoBox concepts can be developed and offered to fleet customers. Universal Shaped like the Bus and with the advantage of two side doors plus a large tailgate, this van is the ideal companion for tradespeople, for example. The smooth surfaces are perfect for company lettering. Inside, there’s plenty of room for tools and materials. Pick Up! With a rear cab and pick-up flaps, the XBUS becomes a double cab with compact loading deck. This is where the flexibility comes into its own: because you can also buy the loading deck of the Pick Up! separately and combine it with an existing Bus. Pick Up If a single row of seats up front is enough for you, you can choose the Pick Up, whose loading deck is fixed and does not overhang at the rear, thus distinguishing it from the Tipper. Here, too, the Trunk Module is included behind the driver’s cab below the loading deck. This serves as an optional battery compartment. Open! The XBUS can also be a convertible! In the Open! variant, the front and rear roof have a cabrio function. The rear window can be removed. Sporty side rails on the Pick Up module promise adventure. All that’s missing are surfboards.
Camper Camping modules 1 and 2 form a small campervan for two people. The pop-up roof offers full standing height. On board are refrigerator, TV, stove, freshwater tank, sink and a nice and spacious sleeping area measuring 210 x 130 cm. Technology, Safety and Sustainability “The XBUS and the path it has taken to enter the market with an innovative and modular lightweight electric vehicle is unique,” says future Chairman of the Supervisory Board Ulrich Walker. “Re-energizing this vehicle class with this product represents a huge opportunity for the mobility of the future. Most manufacturers want bigger, faster, further. We are thinking about tomorrow’s customer and mobility needs and are firmly convinced that sustainable, modular and affordable vehicles will become the trend.” The all-wheel-drive XBUS relies on quality components and engineering Made in Germany. IDEENION Automobil AG, also active in development and prototype construction for other automakers, is in charge of producing the prototype in the Offroad Open! variant. The backbone of each XBUS is made of steel. “It’s important to us the XBUS is safe. That’s why we use steel, and why we use crash elements with a roll cage.” The chassis of the XBUS is designed in such a way that absolute driving stability is maintained even with high payloads. The special challenges of a short wheelbase and rear vehicle overhang have also been taken into account. The four in-hub motors look to 48-volt technology and boast a combined maximum continuous output of 15 kW (20 hp) in line with legislation. However, the torque of over 1,000 Nm combined, plus peak power of 56 kW (76 hp) demonstrate that there is always enough power. Acceleration data are not yet available. “I’m sure customers will also have fun with this,” says Ralf Haller. Above all else, however, his aspiration was to put a sustainable concept on wheels. And he has certainly succeeded. By working with German suppliers, using environmentally friendly production methods and short delivery routes along with cobalt-free batteries, the lightweight XBUS is climate neutral after less than 10,000 kilometers on the road. And when its end does
eventually come, 98% of its individual parts can be reused. “We achieve this by using unmixed materials and components that can generally be fully recycled. The overall concept is designed to be green from start to finish,” explains Haller. The greatest criticism of all electric cars is range. The XBUS convinces here across the board. First and foremost is the low consumption of just 5 to 10 kWh per 100 kilometers. This means the basic version with eight battery packs (10 kWh) is able to achieve a range of 100 to 200 kilometers. That might already be enough for simple city delivery trips. Depending on the module, those opting for the XBUS with roof-integrated solar cells can also extend their range by up to 200 kilometers a day. It is also possible to charge the XBUS at virtually any public charging station or at home. At 220 volts AC, the charging time is three to five hours. With 11 kW Type 2, this charging time is significantly reduced. “But that alone is no doubt not enough for many customers,” Ralf Haller knows. “That’s why we’ve gone one major step further.” The XBUS can be equipped (even retroactively) with additional battery packs. There is room for up to 24 packs in this modular all-rounder. With this; plus the solar power from the roof, the range in urban areas increases to over 600 kilometers. And if you don’t want to lose time recharging on the road, you can swap battery packs at stops along the way. This process takes about as much time as refueling a combustion engine – and you’re ready to go. The Promise: Made in Germany ElectricBrands will begin manufacturing the XBUS in Itzehoe from mid-2022, initially creating up to 1,000 jobs locally as well as in the upstream supply chain and sales. Most of the suppliers – especially for key components – will come from Germany or nearby European countries. Sales & Marketing Concept and Outlook The starting price for the basic version of the XBUS will lie well under 20,000 euros including German VAT. Too much for a lightweight vehicle? CEO Martin Henne, who also keeps a close eye on the costing, says: “I think that the over 9,000 reservations made via our small ElectricBrands website alone and the more than 10,000 advance orders now placed via our 600 service and sales partners send a clear message: Customers are willing to pay an appropriate price for the promised quality and sustainable concept.” Supervisory Board member Tom Anliker with
of marketing and sales adds, “Our omni-channel sales strategy is as modular as the XBUS itself and with our sales partners it is well integrated in the digital ecosystem. Our task now will be to establish the XBUS concept throughout Europe and, going forward, on overseas markets as well. Setting up the battery exchange stations for the battery packs is now at the top of our agenda.” But ElectricBrands founder Ralf Haller is already thinking ahead: “We will continue to refine the XBUS, also equipping it with airbags and listening carefully to customers’ ideas and needs. But other models are already under consideration too.” It will be an exciting, an electrifying future. The XBUS is opening the door to a new era of e-mobility. Because the time is ripe for exactly this concept and the future class of lightweight vehicles.
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One of the pillars of economic development for any country, the transportation network is critical to the national infrastructure. However, it has frequently been a source of greenhouse gas emissions and a major cause of concern for governments as they try to reduce their carbon footprint to address environmental issues and decrease their dependence on oil as a source of fuel.
With the government cutting down on fuel subsidies and looking at achieving an oil-free economy, the demand for electric vehicles is on the rise. The increasing demand for these vehicles, coupled with citizens adopting a healthy lifestyle and growing environmental concerns, will likely boost the EV market.
India’s EV ambition could create a market worth Rs 14.42 lakh crore by 2030, states a study by the CEEW Centre for Energy Finance (CEEW-CEF) The government’s primary think tank NITI Aayog has underlined aspirations that 70 percent of all commercial cars, 30 percent of private cars, 40 percent of buses, and 80 percent of two-wheeler and three-wheeler sales would be electric by the year 2030. However, some major challenges still stand in the way of mass adoption of EV by the end user.
The success to India’s EV success story can be achieved by bring together the country’s leading experts to help you understand the technologies and trends that are helping to overcome these challenges and propel EVs into the mainstream. The “2nd Annual Electric Vehicle Innovations India Summit 2022″ is an initiative to get all the stakeholders on a platform to ponder upon the critical discussions on technological and market related challenges and build a common vision towards achieving carbon neutrality.
KEY TOPICS OF DISCUSSION
How the pandemic has impacted regions’ s EV auto industry
The latest in solid-state lithium-metal EV battery
The Developments in charging infrastructure
Discussing EV service network readiness for EV customers as part of your countries EV strategy
The flipside of going smart – Tackling the cyber threat to smart cars and connected transportation
Retrofitting two wheelers to an electric scooter
WHY SHOULD YOU ATTEND?
Learn from industry leader on how to achieve sustainable EV adoption in India
Get to know about electric vehicles economic outlook and industry forecasts
Learn about the latest in tech in the market and under development
Understand what strategies to be used for faster EV adoption
New manufacturing processes and technical know-how to achieve economies of scale
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Following the remarkable success of its previous edition the London EV Show 2022 is all set to take place from 29th November – 1st December 2022 at ExCel London, UK, the next edition of the London EV Show will once again bring the entire EV value chain under one roof to network with major industry players and identify numerous business opportunities in a hypercompetitive EV market. The event aims to enable a large showcase of the new EV models & innovative solutions, a powerful speaker lineup and an enthused audience of policymakers, business leaders, investors, thought leaders and a wide range of end-users. Featuring a massive exhibition space and highly-actionable conference agenda, London EV Show is a must-attend EV event of 2022 that will host 3 days of strategic deliberations, critical knowledge-sharing, quality business meetings and the latest product demonstrations.
The inaugural edition of the London EV Show emerged as the leading international EV event in terms of participation & execution. Despite the covid restrictions, the event was instrumental in gathering the leading EV professionals from across the globe to drive valuable conversations and long-term collaboration through a combined in-person and virtual format.
Tesla announced a new investment to expand production at Gigafactory Shanghai on the road to achieving a production capacity of 1 million electric cars per year at the factory.
Last year, CEO Elon Musk disclosed that Gigafactory Shanghai has now surpassed Fremont Factory in production capacity, and Tesla has made the Chinese factory its new main export hub.
When Tesla first announced plans for Gigafactory Shanghai, the automaker made it clear that it doesn’t plan to export cars out of China, but the plan changed earlier this year after production ramped up.
Shanghai went from beginning construction in December 2018 to starting production in December 2019.
Within just two years of starting production, it is now the biggest/most productive electric vehicle factory in the world by a wide margin.
It finished 2021 with an annualized production rate of over 800,000 vehicles, and it appears to still be growing.
This week, Tesla filed with the local city government new documents for an expansion of its parts production that will involve growing its workforce and adding a shift on some equipment (via Reuters):
Tesla Inc plans to expand parts production at its Shanghai factory to meet growing demand for exports, according to a document it filed with the city government. The automaker will add production workshops, increase the number of workers and lengthen the time equipment is operational, the document.
The actual production numbers and number of new hires were redacted from the documents filed with the city this week.
This new investment in expanding production at the factory comes after another $200 million investment in November.
At the time, Tesla was talking about having 15,000 employees at Gigafactory Shanghai and planning to hire 4,000 more.
Musk has previously said that he sees a potential for the factory to produce over 1 million vehicles per year.
CATL, Tesla’s main battery cell supplier in China, is building a battery factory near Gigafactory Shanghai, which is expected to help accelerate production.
Apart from the outstanding design, the new Ninebot MAX G30LE is designed to be sturdier and more powerful for MAXimum pleasure. The MAX G30LE can speed up to a maximum speed of 25 km/h (15.5 mph) and enables you to explore the world around you or simply commute with a range up to approx. 40 km (24.9 miles).
MAX Function
Maximum speed up to 25 km/h and 20% climbing ability.
MAX Range
367Wh high-capacity battery, 40km long battery life.
MAX Appearance
Classic geometric design, stylish ice white and anthracite grey colour.
Push the limit to the MAX
The Ninebot KickScooter MAX G30LE strives to reach new heights of performance. When you ride on the road, the powerful motor of 350 W delivers a fast and sturdy riding experience up to a maximum speed of 25 km/h (15.5 mph).
Regenerative Braking System
The Ninebot MAX G30LE features a regenerative braking system that powers the KickScooter through electricity and recycled energy from riding. The energy is collected from the regenerative braking system and distributed when you need a boost to enhance the user experience when braking and to prolong the range.
The KickScooter MAX G30LE can climb slopes up to 20 % thanks to its powerful motor, allowing it to go uphill easily. In addition, the rear-wheel drive offers better acceleration stability and power efficiency.
2.5W Built-In Front LED Light
The upgraded 2.5W high-brightness LED light is designed to illuminate the path ahead of you and increase your visibility to others around you without disorientating them.
Tesla has been spotted gathering hundreds of Model Y vehicles outside of Gigafactory Berlin – indicating that production is advancing.
However, the regulatory approval to officially start production for customer deliveries is still uncertain.
Gigafactory Berlin, a critical new factory for Tesla’s plans to expand in Europe and improve its manufacturing and distribution efficiency, has been in limbo for months.
The automaker has yet to secure the needed environmental permit to start producing vehicles for customer deliveries.
Last month, Tesla confirmed that it built the first few Model Ys at Gigafactory Berlin at the end of 2021.
The automaker also received approval to build 2,000 Model Y bodies at Gigafactory Berlin ahead of the final approval by the state of Brandenburg.
Tesla said it needed to conduct more tests of its production process.
Those tests seem to be working as Tesla has now been spotted rolling out hundreds of Model Y vehicles from Gigafactory Berlin in a new drone flyover of the plant:
It looks like Tesla is now achieving significant production of the new Model Y in Germany, which is both positive and negative.
When, or if, Tesla receives approval, it will be able to achieve higher production volumes faster, but in the meantime, having this kind of operation at Gigafactory Berlin without creating any revenue is quite costly.
Tesla is investing hundreds of millions in producing those vehicles, and it’s not getting anything out of them now.
If it continues that way without approval, it will start to be a big strain on its income statement.
On the other side, it’s also making Germany look bad for businesses as Tesla’s experience is going to serve as a warning about the country’s bureaucracy, which is becoming a real issue for the new factory project.
Right now, one of the main holdups in the environmental approval appears to be related to water supply.
Tesla had to revise several times its water supply plan as the region is suffering from failing groundwater.
However, Brandenburg Economy Minister Joerg Steinbach said that the situation is manageable for the first phase (Model Y production) of the factory:
The current water supply is sufficient for the first stage of the factory. Once Tesla expands the site, we’ll need more.
Tesla currently plans to use 1.4 million cubic meters of water annually – or the equivalent of the demand for a town of around 40,000 people.
The region is expected to dig more wells to try to compensate for the reduction in groundwater.
In the meantime, it’s still not clear when Tesla could receive its environmental approval for the state to officially start production and deliveries from Gigafactory Berlin.
ZipCharge, the portable EV charging expert, has today announced the appointment of global growth and investment specialists Mouve and Co. This major milestone is a key step towards ZipCharge’s mission to democratise the ownership of electric vehicles mass producing its first product, the Go, the revolutionary portable EV charger that allows anyone to charge their electric vehicles anywhere they park.
Mouve and Co. is a renowned leader in advising rapidly growing start-ups in the sustainability and mobility sectors on capital raises and growth strategies. It works closely with global automotive manufacturers and suppliers and will be able to assist ZipCharge with strategic alliances. Mouve will also explore opportunities for ZipCharge to play a role in the entire smart energy value chain and power management. The company is led by Jean-Francois Tremblay and Dr Rainer Scholz, who bring decades of experience from global leadership and advisory roles in the automotive and technology sectors.
Jonathan Carrier, ZipCharge co-founder “Our mission it to make EV ownership accessible for all, removing all barriers for owners transitioning to electric vehicles. This appointment is a key component of ZipCharge’s growth strategy as we rapidly move towards the on-sale date of the game-changing Go portable charger. It also boosts our ambitious plans to develop new products that will help transform the EV ecosystem, making electric vehicle ownership a possibility for everyone.
“Mouve and its leadership team understand the challenges and opportunities of realising growth in the fast-evolving automotive industry and the shift to electrification and mobility. The team’s guidance and contribution as long-term advisors will be an essential building block in firmly establishing ZipCharge as a leader in the field of EV charging and smart energy management”
Jean-Francois Tremblay, Mouve and Co. co-founder “ZipCharge is a terrific business with a transformative product and a huge opportunity both for growth and to help more people be able to own and use electric vehicles. We are looking forward to helping support its growth strategy through investment and establishing what we know will be a hugely successful long-term partnership.”
The lightweight ZipCharge Go power bank is the size of a compact wheeled suitcase which can be charged at home or elsewhere using a standard domestic plug. Using the retractable handle, users then wheel it to wherever they’ve parked their EV and plug it into the charging port ZipCharge Go provides up to 20 miles (32km) of range, providing sufficient range for the average daily commute (in UK/EU), in a little over 30 mins.
Like Peloton and other hardware pioneers, ZipCharge will offer its hardware-as-a-service. Chargers will be available to purchase outright or on subscription for as little as £49 (€57) a month.
Battery pioneer Zipcharge has begun prototype testing of its portable EV charging solution, the Zipcharge Go.
Zipcharge describes the Go as a ‘power bank on wheels’ and aims to make EV ownership easier by providing consumers with a more accessible home charging solution.
The UK-based firm says that it is putting the Zipcharge through rigorous testing and will create several prototypes through the validation and pre-production stage of development.
Thanks to its lightweight design and wheels for ease of use, the Go allows EV drivers to charge their car in any location.
The firm says that when connected to an EV the Zipcharge Go can deliver 20 to 40 miles of range in around 30 to 60 minutes, depending on the capacity of the Go.
The future of electric car charging without using the public charging network
Zipcharge’s portable solution also has a AC/DC inverter for two way charging, allowing it to store power when the price of electricity is low and return it to the grid at peak times.
Alongside hardware testing, Zipcharge is also developing a bespoke control system and mobile app to allow users to operate the Go with a smartphone.
The Go has a number of security features including geofencing and device tracking, with users able to use the app on their phone to monitor the portable charge anywhere thanks to 4G connectivity.
Users can also schedule the device to charge at a specific time.
ZipCharge is also developing a built in artificial intelligence system which they will set up to learn user charging patterns, to make schedule recommendations and optimise charging to save money and reduce the load on the grid.
“Since our launch at COP26 in November last year, ZipCharge has received an unprecedented level of interest from potential customers around the world.”, said Zipcharge co-founder, Jonathan Carrier.
“We expect to confirm final pricing later this year in Q4 2022 as part of the pre-order process. Our mission is to democratise EV charging, which means the ZipCharge Go will be competitively priced and comparable to the purchase and full installation cost of a fixed home charger.”
The brand is hoping to put the Go on sale in early 2023.
