Electric vehicles

Euro Mine Expo in Skelleftea, Sweden is a biennial gathering of leading players from across the mining industry, particularly with a strong presence from Swedish and other European companies. This premium article will focus on some key findings from the event.

Telstar is a Spanish company that provides engineering and construction services. It offers helium leak testing and helium recycling solutions for industrial manufacturers.

Solectrac is a California-based manufacturer of battery-electric tractors. This profile covers technical details on the company's three tractor models and an overview of the regulatory environment driving EV tractor development in California.

Buses are the most common form of public transport worldwide and are an integral part of billions of daily commutes. From Mumbai to Amsterdam, buses offer cheap and accessible transportation for people to get to work, leisure, and a whole host of other destinations. Buses have been the workhorses of urban transport for almost a hundred years, and for most of that time, they have run on diesel engines.

Electric vehicle (EV) related news has been somewhat bleak in the first part of 2024; you will have heard a lot about the downturn in the EV market and OEMs scaling back plans. This might make one think that EVs are beyond their hype and that they will not be the solution of the future, but is that really the message we should be taking away? In this article, IDTechEx discusses the current statistics, the state of the market, and the outlook for the future.

eVTOL air-taxis could be the new efficient means of intercity travel with zero-emissions short flights. Whilst they may resemble helicopters, they could be far more cost effective and more environmentally friendly in the long run and are similar to aeroplanes in their rotor-enabled forward flight. With their electric propellors powered by batteries, new designs and innovations are broadening the market.

Automotive heads-up displays (HUDs) are awaited with great expectations and are set to revolutionize the automotive display industry. There are many reasons why this technology is anticipated with enthusiasm, namely its potential to positively impact driver behavior on the road, allowing for further vehicle customization and enhancing communication between the front seat passenger and the vehicle.

ZQuip is a brand new subsidiary of Moog Construction, manufacturing modular and swappable battery packs for electric construction machines. ZQuip was a sponsor of the ERA Convention 2024, which IDTechEx attended.

Thermal interface materials (TIMs) are increasingly adopted, with the market size expected to exceed US$8 billion by 2034. Thermal fillers play a crucial role in TIMs as they directly affect properties such as thermal conductivity, viscosity, cost, abrasiveness, and several other factors.

Innovation map for TIM2 in EV Power Electronics and Comparison of TIM2 Properties.

Sinoboom is a Chinese manufacturer of aerial work platforms used widely in the construction industry. IDTechEx spoke to Sinoboom at the ERA Convention 2024, with this profile focusing on the company's electric products.

Haydale are a long standing manufacturer of functionalised graphene, utilising a plasma-based approach. IDTechEx caught up with the UK based company at the Advanced Materials Show 2024.

Technologies that are now becoming more mainstream in the automotive industry are also finding their way into the off-highway sector, especially mining vehicles. In particular, IDTechEx's market research report, "Electric Vehicles in Mining 2024-2044: Technologies, Players, and Forecasts", highlights the role of large EV batteries and innovative fast charging methods in driving the adoption of electric mining vehicles, as well as the rise of autonomous mining vehicles.

The sourcing of materials and components is becoming an increasingly discussed topic across multiple industries. One huge growth sector is the electric vehicle (EV) market, with IDTechEx predicting 4 fold growth in electric car sales over the next 10 years. Much of the conversation is focused on battery materials, but the rare earths used in the magnets in electric motors are another key concern.

The European Rental Association (ERA) is an association of the leading construction equipment rental companies, OEMs, and other related stakeholders in Europe. The ERA Convention is an annual meeting of these parties and more to discuss the state of equipment rental and some of the most pressing issues in the field. This premium article will focus on IDTechEx's findings from presentations, exhibitors, and panel discussions at the ERA Convention.

This premium article summarizes the key takeaways from the ThermalLive event and Thermal Management Expo North America.

Innovation map for the overall comparison of TIM filler.

Thursday 6 June 2024 - Construction, Agriculture and Mining: Specialised Machines Require Specialised Batteries; Machine electrification in different CAM markets; Battery sizing and performance requirements across electric CAM machines; Cycle life requirements across different CAM machines; Upcoming battery technologies and how they fit in with the needs of electric CAM machines

BatteryOne produces and supplies Li-ion batteries for small construction equipment including compaction equipment, rammers, and plates. IDTechEx spoke to BatteryOne at the ERA Convention 2024.

IDTechEx, a trusted provider of independent market intelligence, have released a new market report, "Thermal Interface Materials 2024-2034: Technologies, Markets, and Forecasts". The report forecasts the global TIM market size will reach around US$7bn by 2034.