Electric vehicles

6K has been selected as a recipient of the first set of projects funded by President Biden's Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to expand domestic manufacturing of batteries for electric vehicles and the electrical grid and for materials and components currently imported from other countries. The $107 million project, of which $50 million will be funded through federal share from the Department of Energy, to accelerate deployment costs for battery material production associated with 6K's investment in a full-scale battery material manufacturing plant to be built in the southeast United States.

Ionic Mineral Technologies are a US-based start-up aiming to become a vertically integrated supplier of silicon anodes for Li-ion batteries.

In 1900, Rolls-Royce co-founder, Charles Rolls, prophesised an electric future for the motor car. Having acquired an electric vehicle named The Columbia Electric Carriage, he foresaw its suitability as a clean, noiseless alternative to the internal combustion engine - providing there was sufficient infrastructure to support it.

Researchers have developed a novel material for lithium-ion batteries powering electric vehicles. With its ultrahigh energy density, the new cathode material promises longer driving ranges on one charge. The material is a familiar nickel-rich layered transition metal oxide, but with an altered microstructure that packs more energy per unit volume.

This presentation was given by Xiaoxi He, Research Director at IDTechEx, at Automotive LIDAR 2022.

Exertis has announced the launch of Quadenergy, a new EV charging brand designed to accelerate renewable energy uptake and make consumers' transition to electric vehicles simpler and more affordable.

This presentation was given by Xiaoxi He, Research Director at IDTechEx, at the Battery Show Europe 2022.

The Volkswagen Group has formed a new partnership between its software company CARIAD and Horizon Robotics, one of the leading providers of computing solutions for smart vehicles in China to accelerate the regional development of Advanced Driver Assistance System and Autonomous Driving systems for the Chinese market.

Impact Clean Power technology S.A., ITOCHU Plantech Inc and Toshina Energy Systems and Solutions Corp. started the development of hydrogen fuel cell system dedicated for heavy duty transportation.

People eager to get into an electric car without a huge upfront cost or long commitments can now get one via subscription through their employers.

Scania and Rio Tinto are developing more agile autonomous haul trucks at a mine in Western Australia's Pilbara region to pursue potential environmental and productivity benefits.

Researchers have found that the irregular movement of lithium ions in next-generation battery materials could be reducing their capacity and hindering their performance. The team, led by the tracked the movement of lithium ions inside a promising new battery material in real time.

Forecasts from IDTechEx report "Wireless Charging Market for Electric Vehicles 2023-2033: Technology, Players and Forecasts"

Einride is working on electric and automated logistics solutions, from small pod-like delivery vehicles to cab-less, class-8 sized automated trucks.

Skeleton Technologies officially launched its SuperBattery, and unveiled Shell as partner. Skeleton is joining a Shell-led consortium to offer electrification solutions for mining sites.

DSM Engineering Materials announces its successful partnership with Renault to create an industry-first lightweight solution for hybrid vehicle fuel tanks. By using Akulon Fuel Lock, DSM's high-performance low-carbon-footprint PA6 material, the fuel tanks can be produced with a blow molding monolayer construction that significantly reduces weight and cost without compromising safety or risking additional emissions.

German e-mobility specialist Quantron has signed a framework agreement with TMP Logistics Group Ltd for an order of up to 500 Class 8 trucks with FCEV drive system. The vehicles, which will be operated via Quantron-as-a-Service, are scheduled for delivery by 2024.

Atlis Motor Vehicles announces an expanded order from Australia-based AUSEV for 270 of the Company's 1.5 MW charging stations to support AUSEV's original order of 19,000 XT all electric pickup trucks.

Hydrogenics was a PEMFC and alkaline electrolyzer maker for the industrial hydrogen, stationary energy storage, power, and transport markets. In 2019, Hydrogenics was acquired and fully integrated into engine-maker Cummins for US$290 million.

In 20 years, IDTechEx predicts electric cars will generate 76% of all e-transport revenues. Due to their scale, car markets create the largest opportunities for players in the electric vehicle supply chain, from advanced materials through to battery packs, power electronics, and electric motors.