Earlier this month, a little-known Finnish startup shocked the world when it claimed to have beaten Toyota, Samsung, LG Energy, Quantumscape and any number of Chinese automakers at commercializing the Holy Grail of electric-vehicle power: solid-state batteries. Helsinki-based Donut Lab said at CES 2026 that it has a class-leading solid-state battery ready to go in … Continue reading “Donut Lab Says It Cracked Solid-State Batteries. Experts Have Questions.”
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Ford’s future hybrids may use batteries from Chinese behemoth BYD. The automaker is reportedly planning to import BYD batteries for its models made overseas. In the U.S., Ford’s EV plans took a step back last year after the end of the tax credits. Ford wants to strengthen its hybrid lineup in the U.S. and overseas … Continue reading “Ford Hybrids May Use Cutting-Edge Batteries From China's BYD: Report”
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A used Tesla Model 3 is easily one of the best electric cars you can buy—and probably one of the best cars, period. Tesla’s original mainstream EV is abundant on the secondhand market, has solid range and charging specs, packs class-leading software and can be bought for well under $20,000 these days. But what’s the … Continue reading “You Want A Used Tesla With These Batteries”
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An innovative thermal management device promises to slash charging times, boost range and minimize battery degradation in EVs. It’s called the Dectravalve and it can be fitted to any battery, no matter the chemistry. The device can independently cool or heat up to four independent battery zones with no cross-flow and a single inlet. Keeping … Continue reading “Breakthrough Device Promises To Cut Charging Times And Boost EV Range”
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BMW has teamed up with Korean battery giant Samsung SDI to develop solid-state batteries. The automaker also has a long-standing partnership with American battery start-up Solid Power. A prototype BMW i7 with all-solid-state batteries began testing in Germany this year. The pool of automakers and battery companies selling us the hopes and dreams of solid-state … Continue reading “BMW Just Found A New Partner To Boost Its Solid-State Battery Dreams”
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An American start-up is spearheading Nissan’s efforts to develop solid-state batteries. The automaker has reportedly reached the performance targets with its prototype solid-state cells. It is now ironing out the processes required for mass production. Nissan’s glory days are well behind it. The automaker is trying to save itself after years of shrinking profits and … Continue reading “Nissan Says It's On Track For Solid-State Batteries That Double EV Range By 2028”
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This webinar will introduce a method for evaluating EV motor efficiency by separating electrical losses using the Hioki PW8001 power analyzer. Focusing on Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors (PMSMs) under real operating conditions, the method analyzes copper and iron losses based on fundamental and harmonic power components. It reveals how increased inverter switching frequency leads to … Continue reading “Webinar: Power loss analysis and efficiency mapping for EV motors”
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In the evolving motor and drive technology field, optimizing performance and addressing system inefficiencies are pressing concerns. A better understanding of the key interactions between inverters and motors (with a special focus on torque production and advanced measurement techniques) can help developers and engineers tackle these challenges. Join this webinar presented by Yokogawa Test & … Continue reading “Webinar: Accelerating motor and drive development through advanced analysis”
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Sponsored by Chroma. What is non-invasive analysis? The analysis of lithium-ion battery cell degradation can be classified into invasive and non-invasive methods, with non-invasive analysis offering the following advantages: Evidence of battery degradation can be retained in its entirety; Minimizing the effect of external factors on the battery state and introduction of new variations; Allowing … Continue reading “Improving the efficiency of non-invasive degradation analysis of Li-ion battery cells”