Cambustion has introduced a Powertrain in the Loop (PiL) testing platform at its Hub Dyno facility in the UK. The system combines physical powertrain hardware with simulated vehicle subsystems to begin vehicle-level development before a complete … [Read more...]
World’s largest independent EV battery study
AVILOO has released a study examining electric vehicle (EV) battery degradation using data from more than 500,000 independent diagnostic tests conducted between 2022 and 2026. The analysis covers 20 EV models and is based on the company’s FLASH … [Read more...]
Typhoon HIL adds 1.5-kV HV Source component for BMS testing
Typhoon HIL has introduced a new HV Source component in its hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) interfaces library as part of the 2026.3 release of Typhoon HIL Control Center (THCC). The component is designed to control the company’s 1.5-kV HV Source unit … [Read more...]
High-speed X-ray system reveals EV battery failures in real time
Fraunhofer EMI has developed a high-speed X-ray system that allows engineers to observe dynamic processes inside large-format prismatic battery cells in real time, providing new insight into cell failure and thermal runaway in electric vehicle (RV) … [Read more...]
How are EV battery packs tested for leaks?
Electric vehicle (EV) battery packs must resist water ingress and retain coolant while maintaining electrical isolation. This article explores how automotive engineers verify sealing integrity across three areas: the pack enclosure, coolant circuit, … [Read more...]
How do engineers correlate dynamometer testing with real-world EV range?
When testing electric vehicles (EVs) for range in laboratories using a dynamometer, engineers often do not see the same EV's range on the road. So the first step is isolating each of the variables and studying how they impact EV range … [Read more...]
New battery cell tester checks cell condition and quality
GÖPEL electronic has introduced a modular battery cell tester for safety and functional testing during development and production. The system can test up to five battery cells simultaneously and is designed for applications such as incoming … [Read more...]
Why testing future EV batteries often begins with coin cells
When most people think about electric vehicle (EV) battery development, they picture large battery packs, cooling systems, and high-voltage cells destined for production vehicles. In reality, many EV battery technologies begin life in a laboratory … [Read more...]
New power analyzer supports high-voltage EV testing
Yokogawa Test & Measurement has introduced the WT1500 high-precision power analyzer for electric vehicle (EV) motors, inverters, e-Axles, batteries, and other high-voltage systems. The four-channel instrument supports direct measurement up to … [Read more...]
How do engineers validate EV motors and inverters under representative duty cycles?
Motor inverter validation under representative duty cycles requires more than a steady-state load test. A drivetrain in service faces rapid torque swings, regenerative braking transients, and thermal cycling that a constant-load bench cannot … [Read more...]
VinFast and TÜV Rheinland expand EV testing capabilities
VinFast has signed a memorandum of understanding with TÜV Rheinland to strengthen vehicle testing capabilities in Vietnam and support automotive manufacturers across the ASEAN region. The agreement includes further development of the VinFast Testing … [Read more...]
Smart Prototypes Summit to highlight vehicle simulation and testing
HBK and VI-grade will host the Smart Prototypes Summit 2026 – North America on September 15 and 16, 2026, at the Multimatic Vehicle Dynamics Center in Novi, Michigan. The two-day event will focus on simulation-driven development, physical testing, … [Read more...]
Webasto expands 900 EX platform for 1500-V battery testing
Webasto has introduced the 900 EX Power Bridge, a battery testing solution designed to expand the capability of its 900 EX power cycling test system. The Power Bridge allows users to combine two 900 EX units, increasing total system capability to … [Read more...]
New battery testing system supports thermal runaway analysis
Waters Corporation has introduced the TA Instruments Coin Cell Differential Scanning Calorimeter (DSC), a battery testing system designed to combine thermal, evolved gas, and electrochemical analysis within a single experiment. The system is … [Read more...]
How is EMI testing evolving for wide-bandgap EV architectures?
Many electric vehicle (EV) power electronics systems use silicon carbide (SiC) and gallium nitride (GaN) devices. These wide-bandgap (WBG) semiconductors enable significantly higher switching frequencies and power densities than silicon … [Read more...]
New FEV500 platform supports ISO 15118 testing for dc fast EV chargers
Fluke Corporation has introduced the FEV500, a portable test platform designed for commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting of fast dc Level 3 electric vehicle (EV) charging stations. The system functions as a “virtual EV,” allowing … [Read more...]