In a recent interview with Charged, Jonah Leason, the Electrification Product Manager at Parker Hannifin, described the strategy behind the design of its next-generation Global Vehicle Inverter (GVI). The new GVI is designed to support the electrification needs of heavy-duty vehicles by integrating seamlessly with Parker’s Global Vehicle Motors (GVMs). This inverter model is built … Continue reading “Video: Parker’s new Global Vehicle Inverter is designed for heavy-duty EV scalability”
At this year’s Battery Show, Dorner and Garvey Corporation showcased the future of material handling solutions for EV and battery manufacturers. Dave Giffels, Dorner’s Business Development Manager, and Jacob Garvey from Garvey Corporation shared innovative systems poised to boost efficiency and productivity in the growing EV industry. These advanced conveyor and accumulation systems are designed … Continue reading “Video: Cutting-edge conveyor systems for battery manufacturing”
Spoiler Alert: The low-speed function test is short and sweet but a milestone nonetheless. Solar EV startup Aptera Motors has finally given the public a look at its “PI-2” production-intent vehicle, which will now be used for real-world validation and testing en route to production… hopefully. Aptera’s most recent milestone is a welcomed one for … Continue reading “Aptera completes low-speed drive in its first production-intent solar electric vehicle [Video]”
The dry electrode process is transforming battery manufacturing by eliminating solvents and streamlining production. Unlike the traditional wet slurry method, the dry electrode coating process relies on the use of special binders that can form an electrode coating without being dissolved in a solvent, such as fluoropolymer binders with Teflon™ from specialty chemical company Chemours. … Continue reading “Video: The benefits and challenges of dry electrode coating technology for EV batteries”
The new HS18 E MAX (called “HS5390” E MAX in the US, because we don’t know what meters are) rough terrain electric scissor lift from Haulotte can drive around your job site at full height, and with a full load. Last week, Haulotte added the new HS5390 E MAX to its line of electric rough-terrain … Continue reading “E-quipment highlight: Haulotte E MAX rough terrain electric scissor lifts [video]“
Photo: Alpitronic Electrek‘s Seth Weintraub went to Alpitronic America’s new HQ to speak with CEO Mike Doucleff about its plans to roll out its ultra-fast chargers across the US. Bolzano, Italy-based Alpitronic was founded in 2009, and it specializes in the development and production of DC fast chargers. The global company’s best-known product line is … Continue reading “Italian DC fast charger maker Alpitronic enters the US market [video]“
The mad scientists over at Critical have taken a high-torque electric motor from an obscure motorcycle brand, stuffed it into a go-kart chassis, and created a life-altering wheelie machine that is truly and completely bonkers. Critical is a YouTube channel and Instagram that does all sorts of crazy powersports stuff, and this latest build has … Continue reading “Lunatic hero builds electric kart with nearly 700 lb-ft of mind-bending TQ [video]“
Chinese EV automaker ZEEKR is inching closer to the first deliveries of its new 7X EV. The classically styled five-seat SUV is peppered without advanced technology inside and out and will hit “global markets” as a new EV model that brings the luxury of premium models to consumers at an affordable price… we’re just not … Continue reading “ZEEKR 7X debuts in China ahead of deliveries next month before hitting global EV markets [Video]”
Can Hyundai’s sporty IONIQ 5 N keep pace with the new Tesla Model 3 Performance? Hyundai’s EV hot hatch packs more horsepower, but it also weighs more. Check out the epic drag race showdown in the video below. As Hyundai’s most powerful vehicle, the IONIQ 5 N proves electric performance cars are the future. With … Continue reading “Can Hyundai’s EV hot hatch keep up with the new Tesla Model 3 in a drag race? [Video]”
The all-electric Porsche Macan is almost here. Ahead of deliveries later this year, the Porsche Macan EV was spotted in the US rolling down palm tree-filled streets. Check out the video below. Porsche unveiled the electric version of its sporty SUV in January. The Porsche Macan EV is Porsche’s second all-electric model, following the Taycan. … Continue reading “Porsche Macan EV spotted on US streets ahead of deliveries [Video]”
