Noveon Magnetics and Solvay announced the execution of a supply agreement for light and heavy rare earth materials, which are critical for high-efficiency electric vehicle (EV) traction motors and other electrified systems. Under the agreement, … [Read more...]
Molex extends eHV high-voltage connector portfolio
Molex, a global electronics and connectivity innovator, has launched its first product in its eHV high-voltage connector and terminal system portfolio, designed to provide secure and reliable high-performance electrical connections in high-voltage … [Read more...]
The pros and cons of the four main EV motor configurations
Electric vehicles (EVs) come in various horsepower ranges, and every EV model released is meant to satisfy a particular application. The applications can start from basic utility to sports utility or medium-duty applications. As such, the motor … [Read more...]
Battery sensor enhances early detection of thermal events in EVs
Metis Engineering’s Cell Guard is an advanced sensor that provides real-time insight into the condition of lithium-ion battery packs. Designed to extend pack longevity and safety, it detects cell venting, the earliest sign of catastrophic battery … [Read more...]
How integration is reshaping EV propulsion systems
In an electric vehicle (EV), the e-propulsion architecture converts stored electrical energy into mechanical motion through a coordinated network of power-electronics, electric machines, and drivetrain components. Increasingly, automakers are … [Read more...]
BorgWarner receives R&D 100 Award for breakthrough e-motor collaboration
BorgWarner, a global provider of sustainable mobility solutions, has won an R&D 100 Award in partnership with the Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). The R&D 100 Awards, hosted annually by R&D World magazine since … [Read more...]
Q&A: How sensing advances are shaping the future of EV battery safety
Electric vehicle (EV) adoption is scaling fast, and with it, the complexity of the batteries powering these platforms. Higher energy densities, faster charging, and evolving pack architectures introduce new safety challenges that go beyond … [Read more...]
Why pressure sensing is critical to EV thermal management
Battery safety is one of the most demanding challenges in electric vehicle (EV) design. When mechanical, electrical, or thermal stress causes a cell to overheat, it can trigger thermal runaway, an uncontrolled chain reaction that leads to … [Read more...]
Scaling rare-earth-free magnet manufacturing in Minnesota
Niron Magnetics, a manufacturer of high-performance Iron Nitride permanent magnets made without rare earth elements, announced an expanded partnership with the City of Sartell to build its first full-scale production facility. The project supports … [Read more...]
BorgWarner expanding electrification with 7-in-1 Integrated Drive Module
BorgWarner has secured a contract to supply its 7-in-1 Integrated Drive Module (iDM) to a top Chinese automaker. The system, designed for a hybrid SUV platform, integrates multiple electric propulsion functions into a single compact unit to improve … [Read more...]
Deep-sea nodule refining initiative to strengthen US EV supply chain
Aqua Metals, Inc., a developer of sustainable battery metals recycling and refining technologies, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with MOBY Robotics Inc. to evaluate environmentally responsible refining of deep-sea polymetallic … [Read more...]
Collaboration to advance dual-inverter systems for hybrid and electric vehicles
BorgWarner, a global manufacturer of electrified propulsion and powertrain systems, has expanded its collaboration with automaker Great Wall Motor in the field of electrified propulsion. Building on two previously announced dual-inverter programs, … [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...]
New 10 MHz TMR current sensor enables control in fast-switching EV power systems
Allegro MicroSystems, a global provider of power and sensing solutions for motion control and energy-efficient systems, has introduced the first commercially available magnetic current sensor to achieve 10-MHz bandwidth using its XtremeSense TMR … [Read more...]
Developing rare-earth-free electric motors
Niron Magnetics has announced a collaboration with Stellantis to develop a new generation of electric motor designs for automotive use using magnets free of rare-earth elements. The project builds on Stellantis Ventures’ 2023 investment in Niron … [Read more...]
More highlights from The Battery Show 2025
If The Battery Show 2025 demonstrated anything, it’s that the future of electrification depends as much on systems engineering as it does on chemistry. This year’s exhibits highlighted progress in battery technologies, along with integration across … [Read more...]