Electric vehicles

This premium article provides an introduction into LMFP cathodes for Li-ion batteries.

Second-life EV battery assessments can be carried out using diagnostic tools and software, with some newer approaches taking just ten minutes instead of a few hours with regular cycling methods. Second-life battery repurposing and accurate battery health assessments will become increasingly important alongside the growing availability of end-of-life (EOL) EV batteries.

Innovation map of sodium-ion technology and its performance timeline.

Innovation map of sodium-ion cathode and anode chemistries.

Innovation map of sodium-ion battery player landscape.

Innovation map of trends in global aerogel manufacturing capacity and revenue.

Innovation map of aerogels as fire protection materials for electric vehicles.

Innovation map for the aerogel manufacturing process and players.

Global collaboration and innovation are rapidly advancing sodium-ion battery technology, with improved performance, thermal stability, and hybrid system integration. Cost projections suggest Na-ion could reach parity with LFP by 2030, positioning it as a competitive alternative for energy storage and mobility. This Premium Article includes some key highlights of sodium-ion cell technology made at the International Battery Seminar in Orlando, Florida.

Wednesday 23 April 2025 - Market adoption rates and sales projections for 14 ADAS features; Cutting-edge developments from Tier 1 suppliers, including SoCs and vehicle-mounted sensors; Case studies from China, the US, and Europe on ADAS implementation

Early electrification work for micro EVs was carried out using Pb-acid batteries, but a fast transition toward Li-ion dominance is now underway. This article highlights key factors that will drive this critical transition over the next 20 years.

This premium article covers the development of metal oxide and other high-rate anode materials.

Sodium-ion batteries are gaining traction in the U.S. as a promising alternative for data centers and UPS systems, thanks to their thermal stability (-40°C to 60°C), which reduces cooling costs. Their adoption is further supported by the Inflation Reduction Act's 30% tax credit for standalone energy storage, available until 2032. The U.S. holds a strong supply advantage, producing 12 million metric tons of natural soda ash in 2024, primarily from cost-effective and eco-friendly trona deposits. However, domestic Na-ion battery manufacturing remains limited, with no large-scale production of transition metal oxide sodium-ion cells. To address this, the DOE launched the $50M LENS Consortium in November 2024, focusing on cathode and electrolyte innovations rather than immediate commercialization. A 2024 DOE report found Na-ion battery costs to be among the highest for long-duration energy storage (LDES), largely based on sodium layered oxides, but China's shift toward Prussian white cathodes and hard carbon anodes could improve cost competitiveness. Despite these challenges, U.S. companies like Natron Energy, Unigrid Battery, Peak Energy, and Nadion Energy are emerging as key players in the Na-ion space.

As an independent market intelligence firm with industry experts immersed in the electric vehicle sector, we've put together our take on what you need to know about the US automotive trade tariffs.

This article takes a look at the role of radar in the future of advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) and autonomous driving, including market segmentation, regulatory catalysts, and regional contrasts.

Wednesday 16 April 2025 - The Future of Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles: Is the Zero-Emissions Vehicle Market Destined to be Battery Electric? The current FCEV market for cars, light commercial vehicles, buses, and medium and heavy-duty trucks; The opportunities for FCEVs in each vehicle segment; The continued challenges for FCEVs in penetrating the zero-emissions vehicle market; IDTechEx's outlook for FCEVs in each vehicle segment

PowerCharge is a French charging service startup focusing on electric off-highway work vehicles, especially in construction. This profile focuses on PowerCharge's business model and the state of construction electrification in Europe.

Innovation map of US fuel cell bus and hydrogen station grants 2024.

Innovation map of fuel cell installations and players in China.