Blue Whale EV has been awarded a Sourcewell contract for the procurement of electric vehicle (EV) supply equipment and related services. Sourcewell is a national cooperative purchasing agency that offers competitively solicited and awarded contracts … [Read more...]
New 100-kW single-phase dc fast-charging platform
Edge Energy has announced a collaborative electric vehicle (EV) charging solution with Lincoln Electric, designed to deliver fast and reliable charging in locations without access to three-phase power. The system combines Edge Energy’s solid-state … [Read more...]
Vertical GaN enables 1,200-V operation for high-efficiency EV power systems
As electrification accelerates across transportation and energy sectors, onsemi has introduced its new vertical gallium nitride (vGaN) power semiconductor technology. The devices are designed to deliver higher-power density, efficiency, and … [Read more...]
How engineers are meeting the demands of higher-voltage and smarter EV systems
Electric vehicle (EV) power electronics are advancing rapidly as vehicles transition to higher voltages and smarter, more connected architectures. The push toward 800-V+ systems is influencing multiple engineering domains, including onboard charger … [Read more...]
New funding accelerates deployment of grid-independent EV charging systems
Edge Energy, a developer of energy conversion technology for electric vehicle (EV) fast charging, announced a strategic investment from PRETTL Mechatronics & Actuators (PMA), a global company specializing in automotive, electronics, and energy … [Read more...]
Localizing EV charger manufacturing in the US
SINEXCEL recently announced a manufacturing partnership with SMTC Corporation, a US-based electronics manufacturing services provider. The agreement establishes a North American production base for SINEXCEL’s electric vehicle (EV) chargers in … [Read more...]
Why EV engineers are turning to liquid-cooled charging systems
Electric-vehicle (EV) connectors and charging cables must safely handle increasingly high currents and power levels. Conventional air-cooled cables and connectors begin to reach practical limits around 250 A continuous, with some designs capable of … [Read more...]
New 100-V MOSFETs optimize power density for high-current EV applications
Nexperia recently launched AEC-Q101-qualified 100-V MOSFETs in compact CCPAK1212 (12 x 12mm) copper-clip packaging. These devices deliver ultra-low conduction losses with on-resistance (RDS(on)) as low as 0.99 mΩ, and enable safe current above 460 … [Read more...]
Wayne PWR dc fast charger adds NACS cable option for broader EV compatibility
Dover Fueling Solutions (DFS), a global provider of advanced customer-focused technologies, announced the addition of a North American Charging Standard (NACS) cable option to its Wayne PWR dc fast charger. This update expands compatibility with … [Read more...]
Showcasing advanced liquid-cooled EV fast-charging cables
Philatron Wire & Cable, a US manufacturer of high-performance wire and cable solutions, is introducing its latest generation of electric vehicle (EV) fast-charging cable technologies, engineered for current-carrying capacity, flexibility, and … [Read more...]
Dynamic wireless charging on motorway proves viable under real-world conditions
On the A10 motorway, about forty kilometers (25 miles) southwest of Paris, a consortium led by VINCI Autoroutes, in collaboration with Electreon, VINCI Construction, Gustave Eiffel University, and Hutchinson, has launched the "Charge as You Drive" … [Read more...]
AI brings predictive reliability to EV fast charging
Electric Era has unveiled RetailEdge, an advanced dc fast-charging platform designed to improve reliability, uptime, and user experience while creating new retail opportunities. The company presented the system at the National Association of … [Read more...]
First CB certified dc charger to meet new IEC 61851-23:2023
SGS, a global testing, inspection and certification company, has issued the world’s first CB certificate for a dc electric vehicle (EV) charging station compliant with the newly revised IEC 61851-23:2023 standard. The updated standard sets a new … [Read more...]
Safe EV charging, designed for the North American market
Phoenix Contact now offers ac charging cables for electric vehicles (EVs) based on the North American Charging Standard (NACS). Designed for Level 1 and Level 2 chargers, the CHARX AC charging cables can be used in both home and public EV charging … [Read more...]
Part II: How engineers are optimizing dc fast-charging systems for interoperability and V2G
In Part I of this interview, Mike Calise, CEO of Tellus Power, discussed how engineers ensure grid stability, system safety, and reliability in high-power dc charging networks. In this second installment, the conversation turns to the … [Read more...]
Bringing bidirectional EV charging to American homes
Wallbox has completed the first US residential installations of its Quasar 2 bidirectional charger. The project demonstrates how electric vehicles (EVs) can serve as backup power sources for homes, allowing households to draw energy directly from … [Read more...]