Battery Swapping – The Best BEV Business Model
Battery swapping and the supply of “Batteries as a Service” (BaaS) is a superior way to build vehicle brand value, says Schwartz Advisors Derek Kaufman.
RIP Alfa Romeo: Charting out the Future of ICE Powertrains
Alfa Romeo recently announced that its 2023 Tonale plug-in hybrid crossover will be the last to have a gasoline engine.
Domestic BEV OEMs – Be Very Afraid
China is well-positioned to flood the BEV market with low-priced BEVs. But will it undercut US and European vehicle OEMs?
Scania Launches New Battery-Electric Bus Platform
The low-entry 4×2 buses’ batteries offer up to 520 kWh energy storage capacity.
Study: Cross-Industry Partnerships Increase BEV Purchases
Escalent’s study found consumers were more likely to purchase a BEV if a carmaker partnered with a tech brand.
Dana to Launch Hydrostatic Driveline for NA Telehandlers
The new driveline will be showcased at the CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2023 tradeshow in Las Vegas, March 14-18.
BorgWarner to Deliver Battery System for eCVs
BorgWarner’s AKASOL ultra-high energy battery system has been selected by a European manufacturer to power its first range of heavy-duty electric trucks.
UL Solutions Introduces EV Battery Screening Test
The battery enclosure thermal runaway evaluation will help screen EV battery enclosure material.
Amerit Fleet Solutions, ZEVx to Electrify Fleets
Amerit Fleet will provide BEV fleet vehicle conversions and post-conversion warranty support throughout North America.
ATLIS Motor Vehicles Produces First AMV Battery Cell
Batteries will charge in less than 15 minutes.
Ford Forms New Joint Venture With SK Innovation
The BlueOvalSK joint venture builds on Ford’s investments to accelerate R&D of battery technology and manufacturing.
Germany Amps Up Battery Production, Offers Grants
The government’s first grant – worth EUR 300 million was awarded to battery company Varta.
