Electric vehicles

CES is one of the biggest exhibitions of technology in the world. The article covers the key themes from the event including AI, connectivity, electric mobility, autonomous technologies, and AR usage in the cabin.

Ross and Rachel's relationship in the TV series Friends was characterized by its on-again, off-again nature, with the inevitability that they end up together in the end. Tesla started its full self-driving hardware with radar in 2016, it began the break-up with radar in 2021, and radar was removed from production entirely in 2021.

As battery electric vehicle (BEV) sales continue to grow, building the necessary charging infrastructure is a key factor in ensuring the stability and success of the transition away from internal combustion engines (ICE). Underpinning charging infrastructure is the main electrical grid, which many predict will struggle to keep pace with rapid electrification. This premium article analyzes the key components of the grid, major players in infrastructure deployments, and a regional breakdown.

China is set to add 30 million new V2X-enabled vehicles to the road every year by 2034, according to IDTechEx's report, "Connected and Software-Defined Vehicles 2024-2034: Markets, Forecasts, Technologies", as part of a wider global trend that will see V2X technology become the standard in most vehicles.

Dow is a large materials supplier and the world's largest supplier of silicone products. It provides a wide variety of products to a huge number of applications. At Nepcon 2024 in Tokyo, IDTechEx spoke to Dow to learn more about some of its fire protection materials for electric vehicle (EV) batteries.

Tesla has several giga-presses at its plants across the world. This premium article explains in more detail the pros and cons of using giga-casting, how Tesla is using it and what advantages it is getting, and which other OEMs are investigating giga-casting.

Nepcon JAPAN is Asia's largest expo for electronics manufacturing technology. This premium article will focus on the information IDTechEx learned from exhibitors about fire protection materials and EV power electronics.

Bevan Davidson is a UK-based research and development company involved in the development of electric vehicle models. IDTechEx spoke to Bevan Davidson at the London EV Show 2023.

Innovation map for the purpose and form factor of bipolar plates in proton exchange membrane fuel cells.

Innovation map for graphite bipolar plates for PEM fuel cells

CES is one of the biggest exhibitions of technology in the world. Day one of the event is a media only day where big companies give keynote speeches, highlighting their biggest announcements and new products before the show opens. This article goes through the press relevant to the automotive industry from Bosch, Valeo, Hyundai, Doosan, and Samsung. The premium article provides coverage of the key announcements, highlights of trends, and key takeaways from talks.

This premium article provides an update on the performance of advanced silicon and high silicon content anodes.

This premium article compares the total cost of ownership of EV and ICE haul trucks.

Innovation map of polyfluoroalkyl substance (PFAS) regulations on membranes in proton exchange membrane (PEM) fuel cells.

Canatu is a Finnish carbon nanomaterial developer, delivering engineered solutions based on carbon nanotubes and its proprietary carbon nanobud (carbon nanotube and fullerene hybrid) material. The company's focus is in the automotive and semiconductor industries. IDTechEx spoke with CEO, Juha Kokkonen.

IDTechEx attended the Hydrogen and Fuel Cells Expo co-located with the Advanced Automotive Battery Conference (AABC) from 11th to 14th December in San Diego. This premium article includes some key takeaways regarding hydrogen production and infrastructure challenges and medium- and heavy-duty applications.

Tuesday 30 January 2024 - An overview of the megatrends changing the automotive industry; Explanation of what hardware/services are associated with each trend; CAGR growth rates for each of these technologies; Hardware vs services, where the biggest opportunity is

Currents was founded in 2021 and is a B2B marketplace for end-of-life electric vehicle (EV) batteries intentionally designed for second-life energy storage solutions. The company is headquartered in Oregon, US.

Electric motors are a core component of electrification in the automotive market. The market has heavily relied on rare earths for the permanent magnets used in these motors, but, as many will be aware, there is a drive to eliminate these rare earths due to their price volatility and environmental impact. Alternative motor technologies can often present a new and increased demand for copper.

Autel Energy is a Chinese manufacturer of AC and DC charging hardware. IDTechEx spoke to Autel at the London EV Show 2023.