Parker Hannifin Corporation, a global provider of motion and control technologies, announced that it has agreed to acquire Curtis Instruments, Inc. from Rehlko, for approximately $1 billion in cash. The transaction is subject to typical closing … [Read more...]
EV platform to expand with autonomous tech
indiGOtech (tradename GO), a Boston-based electric vehicle automaker, has acquired Clevon, a European developer of unmanned ground-based delivery vehicles. The acquisition supports GO’s strategy to accelerate the development of advanced driver … [Read more...]
Battery-grade lithium project advances under US transparency initiative
American Battery Technology Company, an integrated critical materials company focused on battery mineral development and lithium-ion battery recycling, announced that its Tonopah Lithium Flats Project (TFLP) has been selected as a Transparency … [Read more...]
High-voltage remote power control system for EV infrastructure
Switch Always On (SAO), powered by Smart Charging Technologies, has announced the debut of its latest high-voltage remote power control solution: the SAO HP (High Power). This solution is intended for use with industrial-grade equipment, including … [Read more...]
High-power charging network scales electric bus operations
ABB E-mobility has expanded its footprint in public transport electrification with the deployment of 70 high-power chargers now supporting Unibuss operations in Oslo, Norway. Located in one of Europe’s coldest urban environments, the project … [Read more...]
Virginia facility begins production of critical minerals
Atlantic Strategic Minerals (ASM), an American producer of critical minerals, has commenced commercial production at its mining and processing facilities in Virginia. Initial operations at the Virginia site include the production of ilmenite and … [Read more...]
New 1200-V silicon switch enables lower conduction losses in EVs
Pakal Technologies, a Silicon Valley company developing silicon-based power semiconductors, has announced the commercial launch of its 1200-Volt IGTO(t) device. The new technology targets key applications including electric vehicles (EVs), renewable … [Read more...]
Largest multi-class EV charging hub inaugurated on the East Coast
EV Edison has launched a new electric vehicle (EV) charging and fleet services hub in Kearny, New Jersey. Located near the Port of Newark, the Holland Tunnel, and major interstate corridors, the site is designed to support the electrification of … [Read more...]
Three powertrains, three benchmark times
Fifteen years ago, Porsche introduced a flywheel-based hybrid system in the 911 GT3 R Hybrid at the 24 Hours of Nürburgring endurance race. The experimental vehicle, equipped with electric motors powering the front wheels, marked the brand’s first … [Read more...]
Study shows AI planning key to scaling electric trucks
Einride, a technology company specializing in digital, electric, and autonomous freight solutions, has released the results of a new study conducted in partnership with the German research institute Fraunhofer ISI. The study examines how electric … [Read more...]
New agreement supports expansion of mobile EV charging
Pioneer Power Solutions, a company focused on the design, manufacture, and integration of distributed energy resources and mobile electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions, has announced an award valued at approximately $10 million from a leading … [Read more...]
New US facility to produce battery-grade lithium for EVs using oilfield water
Gradiant, a global provider of advanced water and resource recovery solutions, announced that its lithium business, alkaLi, will design, build, own, and operate a commercial lithium production facility in the Marcellus Shale Formation of … [Read more...]
New interface unit improves measurement accuracy for EV testing
Danisense, a manufacturer of high-accuracy current sense transducers, has released the DSSIU-1-V, a compact power supply and interface unit designed to support a wide range of its flux gate current transducers (DCCTs). The unit is particularly … [Read more...]
Joint R&D in GaN and SiC for EVs receives industry recognition
Navitas Semiconductor, a developer of next-generation gallium nitride (GaN) and silicon carbide (SiC) power semiconductors, has received the Outstanding Technical Collaboration Award from VREMT Energy, a subsidiary of Geely that focuses on new energy … [Read more...]
Battery recycling plant aims to strengthen North American EV supply chain
LG Energy Solution and Toyota Tsusho Corporation have announced the establishment of Green Metals Battery Innovations, LLC, a joint venture company focused on battery recycling. Under the agreement signed by LG Energy Solution Michigan and Toyota … [Read more...]
High-capacity linear axis optimized for EV battery production lines
Bosch Rexroth is expanding its CKR series of compact modules with a dual-belt axis designed for industrial automation and manufacturing applications. The new CKR-280 heavy-duty axis supports dynamic material handling with a total load capacity of … [Read more...]