August 2023

Tesla supplier CATL reveals LFP battery that can charge up to 250 miles in 10 mins

Chinese battery giant Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Ltd. (CATL) has unveiled a new battery that could help address one of the most notable weaknesses of electric vehicles. The battery, which is called Shenxing or “god-like movement,” is expected to be capable of adding up to 400 kilometers (250 miles) of range in just 10 minutes. […]

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Cruise robotaxi finds itself stuck in wet concrete in San Francisco

A Cruise robotaxi recently found itself in a rather sticky situation, with photos shared on social media showing the vehicle stuck in wet concrete. The incident incited several reactions online, with some arguing that the autonomous cars are not yet ready for a full, unrestrained rollout.  As could be seen in photos that have been

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Once-deemed “Tesla killer” Jaguar I-PACE to be retired in 2025: report

There was a time when the Jaguar I-PACE was considered a “Tesla Killer.” Produced by a respected veteran automaker and equipped with a stunning design that’s was sure to turn heads, the I-PACE was an all-electric vehicle that seemed perfectly poised to challenge Tesla. It seemed, at least for some time, like the perfect counterattack

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Tesla and SpaceX/Starlink are aiding Hawaii’s recovery efforts: Elon Musk

Elon Musk has confirmed that Tesla and SpaceX/Starlink are doing their best to help Hawaii as it recovers from devastating wildfires. Photos shared on social media suggest that Starlink kits are being deployed on the island to provide free internet to those affected by the Maui catastrophe.  Musk posted about the efforts on Twitter, noting

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Petro-Canada Lubricants launches purpose-built EV fluids

Petro-Canada Lubricants, a brand of oil company HF Sinclair, has launched a line of purpose-built lubricant solutions for EVs, including the following brands: EVR Driveline EVR Thermal Management EVR Motor Greases The company says the EVR fluids and greases help OEMs create new driveline, axle and battery technologies for automotive, heavy- and medium-duty transportation and

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EVBox introduces 400 kW EVBox Troniq High Power charging station

Amsterdam-based EVSE company EVBox has launched the Troniq High Power, its first stand-alone 400 kW charging station to be field-proven, according to EVBox. The company expects to begin fulfilling orders in September 2023 in key European markets and aims to produce up to 2,000 units this year. The charger is available with 320 kW, 360

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Charged Virtual Conference on EV Engineering October 2023: first session topics announced

The first session topics for the Fall 2023 Charged Virtual Conference on EV Engineering are out now. Just like the content Charged brings you every day, conference topics will span the entire EV engineering supply chain and ecosystem, including motor and power electronics design and manufacturing, cell development, battery systems, testing, powertrains, thermal management, circuit

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