Daimler AG

Hydro-Québec

In the 1990s, Hydro-Québec (Canada) and 3M (United States) collaborated on cells based on lithium metal foil as the anode, PEO LiClO4/LiN(CF3SO2)2 as the electrolyte, and vanadium oxide (VOx) as the cathode, aiming at the transport sector (EVs); these cell modules displayed 155 KWh/kg specific energy with a cycle life of 600 cycles at 80% depth of discharge (DoD).

Factorial Energy

Factorial Energy Inc., headquartered in Massachusetts, is a pioneering company in the development of advanced solid-state battery (SSB) technology based on their proprietary technology, FEST® (Factorial Electrolyte System Technology).

How Automotive and Other Sectors Create Green Steel Demand

The transition to green steel is being critically accelerated by offtakers, primarily from the automotive and construction sectors, whose demand is making the industry's capital-intensive decarbonization financially viable. Driven by tightening regulations and corporate net-zero commitments, these major consumers are signing binding offtake agreements that de-risk multi-billion-dollar investments for producers, effectively creating the bankability for new low-carbon facilities. According to insights from the "Green Steel 2025-2035: Technologies, Players, Markets, Forecasts" report, this demand-side revolution is creating a crucial tipping point for the market's growth, driving significant production forecasts despite persistent challenges such as supply chain fragility and the need for standardized definitions of "green steel".

Software-Defined Vehicles Drive Next-Gen Auto Architectures

The automotive industry is undergoing a foundational shift toward Software-Defined Vehicles (SDVs), where vehicle functionality, user experience, and monetization opportunities are governed increasingly by software rather than hardware. This evolution, captured comprehensively in the latest IDTechEx report, "Software-Defined Vehicles, Connected Cars, and AI in Cars 2026-2036: Markets, Trends, and Forecasts", highlights how central compute and zonal platforms will redefine automotive competition, generating an estimated US$755 billion in hardware revenue by 2029.

Post-PFAS Refrigerants for EVs to Exceed 14 million kg by 2036

The automotive market is more than familiar with regulatory changes impacting its business. Automotive refrigerants have been targeted previously, but PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) are becoming a greater concern and look to be the next target for regulatory change. There are different approaches to replacing the incumbent R1234yf with PFAS-free alternatives, but each has its own trade-offs. This article covers the most promising alternatives.

Connexx Systems

Connexx Systems (Connexx) is a Li-ion BESS developer for both new and second-life systems. IDTechEx spoke with the company at Smart Energy Week 2025 in Japan.

Fast Growth of Humanoid Robots in the Automotive & Logistics Industry

By 2025, major automotive players such as Tesla and BYD are set to scale humanoid robot deployment over 10x, paving the way for a projected 1.6 million units in use across the industry by 2035, according to IDTechEx. While current unit costs exceed US$100,000, prices are forecast to drop to US$20,000, driving broader adoption in both the automotive and logistics sectors.

Bochao Automotive Parts

Bochao is a Chinese company, manufacturing lightweight automotive composites using natural fibres such as hemp and bamboo. IDTechEx spoke with the company at JEC World 2025.

Summary of Privately Owned Autonomous Vehicles

Innovation map summary of privately owned autonomous vehicles.