Electric vehicles

ACT Expo 2025: OEM/Tier 1 Updates

IDTechEx analyzes the market developments with Waymo, including developments to its new generation vehicle platform, AI, collaborations, and funding.

Metis Engineering, an automotive solutions developer, has developed a complete sensor package for use in detection of thermal runaway in battery packs for electric vehicles.

This article explores the shift from diesel to zero-emission trucks in India, a sector responsible for 45% of transport emissions despite representing just 2% of vehicles. It covers the scale and impact of India's five million freight trucks, market consolidation among leading OEMs, and the emerging role of battery-electric and hydrogen-powered trucks. Key barriers such as high upfront costs, limited model availability, and charging downtime are discussed, alongside policy support from the National Green Hydrogen Mission. The piece also examines why Indian OEMs are prioritizing hydrogen internal combustion engines (H2 ICE) over fuel cells and outlines pilot efforts by Tata Motors and Ashok Leyland.

Posifa Technologies has developed hydrogen and coolant detection for direct integration into battery packs, allowing for early warning of thermal runaway and coolant leakage.

In-cabin sensing innovations from Tesla, Seeing Machines, and LG Electronics—leveraging radar, 3d cameras, and AI—are transforming vehicle safety and personalization, setting the stage for a US$6 billion market by 2035.

Honeywell, a global sensor solutions provider, has developed several advanced sensor solutions that allow for early warning of thermal runaway in battery packs.

While China is currently the leader in electric two-wheeler sales globally, this article highlights the key factors that will lead to India taking its place and becoming the next global superpower within the industry.

This premium article discusses the electric three-wheeler market in China.

Introducing Nexceris, a sensor company working on gas sensor solutions to monitor thermal runaway in battery packs, through its subsidiary Li-ion Tamer.

Fuel-cell electric vehicles (FCEVs) offer a new opportunity for the transport sector to significantly reduce emissions, with only water vapor being produced as a result of their operation.

Cars that wirelessly charge on the move, AI assistants to schedule in-vehicle meetings, and radar technology for advancing safety all boast the growing intelligence of automotive technologies. IDTechEx's portfolio of Electric Vehicles and Robotics & Autonomy market research reports showcase the latest technologies bringing an engaging and forward-thinking future of driving into reality.

As companies transition to electric fleets, electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure is becoming a critical part of operational planning. Choosing between AC and DC charging depends on vehicle type, battery size, and time available for charging within daily duty cycles. While AC chargers offer affordability and simplicity, high-power DC solutions enable faster turnaround but require significant electrical upgrades. New mid-power and portable DC technologies, along with distributed architectures, are emerging to balance cost, performance, and scalability. With growing corporate investment and advancing technology, EV fleet charging is evolving rapidly to support a wide range of commercial use cases. This premium article takes a deep dive into the various EV fleet charging technologies.

IDTechEx spoke to Yanmar at Bauma 2025, revealing insights into the company's electric excavator, battery systems, and charging solutions.

FTI's key technology is a phenolic SMC that overcomes the traditional issues with phenolics. IDTechEx spoke to FTI to learn about its solutions for EV battery fire protection and battery pack covers.

As regulations get stricter around emissions targets, opting for electric trucks now could be a good investment for the future. By 2030, the EU aims to see a 45% reduction in truck emissions, which is expected to increase to 65% by 2035 and 90% by 2040.

NanoGraf are a US-based developer of silicon anode materials and Li-ion cells.

IDTechEx spoke to Caterpillar at Bauma 2025, revealing updates on its electric machine portfolio which will be the focus of this company profile.

This premium article provides a regional analysis of critical rare earth mine production.

Nyobolt are a UK-based company developing metal-oxide based anode materials for Li-ion batteries.