Verge Motorcycles is developing what it claims is first production solid-state EV, using a battery from newcomer Donut Lab. But the company can’t sell the bikes before they get safety certification in the EU and the U.S. The delivery timeline for new orders has been pushed to the end of the year, though there’s some … Continue reading “Is The World's First Solid-State Battery EV Already Delayed? (Updated)”
The global electric vehicle industry is experiencing rapid growth, driving an urgent demand for power conversion systems that are not only efficient but also highly reliable. Among these, the on-board charger (OBC) is a critical component, tasked with converting alternating current (AC) from various charging infrastructures, residential, commercial, or public, into direct current (DC) suitable … Continue reading “Kikusui’s cutting-edge power testing solutions for battery, power electronics and on-board charger applications”
Chinese battery supplier EVE Energy and Green Whale Technology (GWT) have signed a strategic partnership agreement to provide marine battery energy storage systems (BESS) and service to customers worldwide. The collaboration combines EVE Energy’s lithium marine battery system technology and GWT’s marine engineering, lifecycle service and commissioning expertise. The strategic agreement is structured as a … Continue reading “EVE Energy partners with Green Whale to accelerate marine battery adoption”
There’s no one-size-fits-all solution when it comes to batteries, especially those used in automotive applications. For electric vehicles, automakers use different chemistries, cell formats and pack designs based on trade-offs around cost, range and performance—much like how engines range from small naturally aspirated four pots to turbocharged V8s. But if you’re a casual EV enthusiast … Continue reading “All Major EV Battery Chemistries, Explained”
Porsche usually under-promises and over-delivers when it comes to the driving range of its electric vehicles. The Taycan offers impressive real-world range and is among the fastest-charging EVs in the U.S. After issues on early model year Taycan batteries, the latest version packs some clever engineering. If you’re a driving enthusiast and an electric vehicle-lover, … Continue reading “Porsche Reveals Battery Secrets That Make The Taycan Go Further And Charge Faster”
Infrared thermal imaging firm Raytron has unveiled its new thermal imaging technology for monitoring the lithium-ion battery lifecycle to prevent thermal runaway failures. Infrared thermal imaging is a non-contact technology that can provide the necessary real-time, visual temperature data to intervene before a full-blown lithium battery fire is triggered. At the early signal detection, the … Continue reading “Raytron develops thermal imaging tech for EV battery thermal runaway prevention”
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”
When it comes to lithium-ion batteries in EVs, the stakes are high. A single malfunctioning cell can trigger thermal runaway—a rapid, uncontrollable rise in temperature and pressure that can result in fires or explosions. For engineers, preventing this isn’t just good design—it’s non-negotiable. Charged recently chatted with Luka Sovulj from Epic Resins to learn how … Continue reading “Video: potting vs. foam in EV battery packs”
An American battery company wants to completely rethink how lithium-ion batteries are made. The company claims its electrode-to-pack design eliminates waste and boosts energy efficiency. It can accommodate any chemistry and size and suits a variety of applications, according to the company. By and large, electric vehicle battery makers are working toward one ultimate goal: … Continue reading “This 1,000-Mile EV Battery Rethinks Pack Design From The Ground Up”
French battery systems manufacturer WATTALPS has been evaluated by French testing, inspection and certification firm Bureau Veritas as part of the Marine Type Approval process for its advanced immersion cooling battery systems. The audit included a detailed review of the company’s quality management system and supporting documentation, as well as the product quality control procedures … Continue reading “WATTALPS immersion cooling battery system is validated by Bureau Veritas for marine use”
