EVs turned into mobile power plants: Nissan to help solve Silicon Valley’s energy crunch Japanese car manufacturing giant Nissan has recently launched a new vehicle-to-grid (V2G) pilot to power the ever-growing demand for electricity in Silicon Valley. This innovative project aims to transform electric vehicles (EVs) into mobile power plants, offering a sustainable solution to […]
UK firm’s briefcase-sized engine to turn EVs into range-extended hybrid vehicles
UK Firm’s Innovative Engine Technology: Transforming Electric Vehicles into Range-Extended Hybrids UK-based company Horse Powertrain is preparing to show a compact 1.5-liter, four-cylinder engine-generator that turns electric vehicles (EVs) into range-extended hybrid vehicles. This breakthrough technology is set to revolutionize the automotive industry by offering a sustainable solution to the challenges of limited EV range. […]
Porsche doubles down on tech innovation for future EVs, ditches battery mega-factories
Porsche Doubles Down on Tech Innovation for Future EVs, Ditches Battery Mega-Factories German sports car manufacturer Porsche has announced a huge strategic shift in its electric vehicle (EV) production, signaling a clear focus on tech innovation over traditional manufacturing processes. The company, known for its high-performance vehicles, is doubling down on its commitment to cutting-edge […]
China’s new additive triples EV lithium-metal battery life to 3,000 cycles
China’s Breakthrough: New Additive Triples EV Lithium-Metal Battery Life to 3,000 Cycles Lithium metal batteries (LMBs) are the next big step in energy storage. They can store significantly more energy than lithium-ion batteries, making them a promising technology for electric vehicles (EVs) and renewable energy storage systems. However, one of the main challenges with LMBs […]
Hybrid delivery system using EVs and robots cuts parcel delivery costs by half
Hybrid Delivery System Using EVs and Robots Cuts Parcel Delivery Costs by Half Imagine ordering a package and having it delivered faster, greener, and more conveniently. A team of innovative companies has made this a reality with a hybrid delivery system that combines electric vehicles (EVs) and robots to revolutionize the parcel delivery process. This […]
US scientists tap seaweed for rare earths and metals used in EVs, electronics
US Scientists Tap Seaweed for Rare Earths and Metals Used in EVs, Electronics Researchers in the United States discovered a new way to extract rare earth minerals. They focused on seaweed as a potential source of these valuable resources, which are crucial for various industries, including electric vehicles (EVs) and electronics. This innovative approach not […]
Japan’s method to recycle used magnets for EVs recovers over 90% of rare-earth elements
Japan’s Innovative Method Recycles Used Magnets for EVs, Recovering Over 90% of Rare-Earth Elements Researchers at Kyoto University have developed a new method for separating and recycling rare-earth elements from used magnets, a breakthrough that could revolutionize the way we approach sustainability in the electric vehicle (EV) industry. With the global shift towards renewable energy […]
EVs to get range boost, extended battery life with China’s ‘charge status’ breakthrough
EVs to Get Range Boost and Extended Battery Life with China’s ‘Charge Status’ Breakthrough A new method developed by researchers in China is helping to deliver accurate state-of-charge (SOC) readings for electric vehicle (EV) batteries, potentially revolutionizing the EV industry. This breakthrough could not only provide EV drivers with a more precise understanding of their […]
China’s automaker announces solid-state battery EVs by 2026, brand restructuring
China’s Dongfeng Drives Towards the Future with Solid-State Battery EVs and Brand Restructuring As part of a strategic overhaul, Chinese automaker Dongfeng has consolidated its eÏ€ (Yipai), Fengshen, and Voyah brands under a new entity, signaling a significant shift in the company’s approach to the rapidly evolving automotive market. One of the most exciting announcements […]
Scientists plan to turn 950 billion discarded pandemic face masks into EV electronics
From Pandemic Waste to Electric Vehicles: How Scientists Are Revolutionizing Recycling Researchers in Australia and China have devised a way to transform mountains of pandemic-era polypropylene waste into cutting-edge electronic components for electric vehicles (EVs). With an estimated 950 billion discarded face masks worldwide due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the need for sustainable solutions to […]