Electric Vehicles

The ChargePoint Protect alarm detects an attempt to cut the charging station's cable.
Automotive Engineering
ChargePoint Cut-Resistant EV Charging Cables Fight Theft ProblemChargePoint Cut-Resistant EV Charging Cables Fight Theft Problem

An explosion in the incidence of theft of the cables EV drivers use to plug their cars into public charging stations drives the need for countermeasures.

byDan Carney, Senior Editor
Jan 17, 2025
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1 Min Read
The Intel booth at CES showed the company's vision for software-defined vehicles.
Automotive Engineering
Intel Adaptive Control Unit Provides Gains in EV Range and CostIntel Adaptive Control Unit Provides Gains in EV Range and Cost
byDan Carney
Jan 16, 2025
1 Min Read
The Honda 0 SUV will arrive in the first half of 2026.
Automotive Engineering
Honda Introduces New Electric SUV Model at CESHonda Introduces New Electric SUV Model at CES
byDan Carney
Jan 8, 2025
1 Min Read
A Tesla cybertruck filled with explosives exploded outside the Trump Las Vegas Hotel.
Batteries/Energy Storage
Tesla Cybertruck’s Design Might Have Prevented More Damage in Las Vegas New Year’s ExplosionTesla Cybertruck’s Design Might Have Prevented More Damage in Las Vegas New Year’s Explosion
bySpencer Chin
Jan 2, 2025
1 Min Read
The Ion Evo is Hankook's EV-specific tire.
Automotive Engineering
The Silent Innovation Behind EV TiresThe Silent Innovation Behind EV Tires
byMoonki Cho
Jan 2, 2025
1 Min Read
A row of newly built EV chargers located at a Costco.
Automotive Engineering
California Puts the Pedal to the Metal with $1.4 Billion in EV Charging Infrastructure ConstructionCalifornia Puts the Pedal to the Metal with $1.4 Billion in EV Charging Infrastructure Construction
byDan Carney
Dec 30, 2024
1 Min Read
Electric Vehicles
The Emergence of the EV Industry & the Impact on Supply Chain & Manufacturing Operations
The Emergence of the EV Industry & the Impact on Supply Chain & Manufacturing Operations
Dec 19, 2024
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1 Min Read
byAndreas Bareid, Head of EV and Battery Business Development
The Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 team reveals the components of its F1 racer's electric drive system.
Automotive Engineering
Video: Look Inside the Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team Energy Recovery System
Video: Look Inside the Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team Energy Recovery System
Dec 6, 2024
byDan Carney, Senior Editor
The Magna DHD Duo series hybrid drivetrain integrated into a vehicle.
Automotive Engineering
Magna’s Series Plug-In Hybrid System Doubles as a Parallel Hybrid
Magna’s Series Plug-In Hybrid System Doubles as a Parallel Hybrid
Dec 4, 2024
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1 Min Read
byDan Carney, Senior Editor
The Mitsubishi Outlander Plug-In Hybrid shines on the beach in Diamond Red.
Automotive Engineering
2024 Mitsubishi Outlander Series Plug-In Hybrid
2024 Mitsubishi Outlander Series Plug-In Hybrid
Nov 27, 2024
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1 Min Read
MathWorks and NXP Unveil Design Toolbox for Battery Management
Automotive Engineering
MathWorks and NXP Unveil Design Toolbox for Battery Management
MathWorks and NXP Unveil Design Toolbox for Battery Management
Nov 27, 2024
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1 Min Read
byRob Spiegel
The tested "Inspired by Beauty" edition 500e came in an exclusive color that Fiat calls "Rose Gold" and that everyone else calls "pink."
Automotive Engineering
Is the 150-Mile Range 2024 Fiat 500e the Right EV Formula?
Is the 150-Mile Range 2024 Fiat 500e the Right EV Formula?
Nov 21, 2024
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1 Min Read
byDan Carney, Senior Editor
Overhead view of Honda demonstration production line for all-solid-state batteries
Electric Vehicles
Honda Launches Demonstration Line for All-Solid-State Batteries
Honda Launches Demonstration Line for All-Solid-State Batteries
Nov 21, 2024
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8 Slides
byMichael C. Anderson, Editor-in-Chief, Battery Technology
Mercedes engineers demonstrate the Concept CLA aerodynamic efficiency in the wind tunnel with a laser-illuminated smoke wand.
Automotive Engineering
Mercedes Concept CLA Has EV/Combustion Flexibility Built In
Mercedes Concept CLA Has EV/Combustion Flexibility Built In
Nov 20, 2024
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1 Min Read
byDan Carney, Senior Editor
The battery-electric version of STLA Frame puts the battery pack between the widened high-strength steel frame rails.
Automotive Engineering
Preview the Future Electrified Jeep and Ram Truck Platform
Preview the Future Electrified Jeep and Ram Truck Platform
Nov 19, 2024
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1 Min Read
byDan Carney, Senior Editor
Like Rivian, BMW is planning a move to 4695-format cylindrical cells like this one.
Automotive Engineering
Rivian Adds Momentum to EV Industry Shift to Larger-Diameter Cylindrical Batteries
Rivian Adds Momentum to EV Industry Shift to Larger-Diameter Cylindrical Batteries
Nov 8, 2024
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1 Min Read
byDan Carney, Senior Editor
digital twins gigafactories
Batteries/Energy Storage
Powering the Future: Building & Scaling Gigafactories in the Digital Era
Powering the Future: Building & Scaling Gigafactories in the Digital Era
Nov 8, 2024
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1 Min Read
byRob Rudder, Khalid Sebti
The dramatic lighting makes the battery recycling plant temporarily look like the scene of a final showdown in an '80s sci-fi action flick.
Automotive Engineering
Mercedes Opens the First OEM In-House Battery Recycling Plant
Mercedes Opens the First OEM In-House Battery Recycling Plant
Nov 7, 2024
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9 Slides
byDan Carney, Senior Editor
Donald Trump on election night 2024
Electric Vehicles
Power Politics: What Trump’s Win Portends for EVs and Batteries
Power Politics: What Trump’s Win Portends for EVs and Batteries
Nov 7, 2024
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1 Min Read
byMichael C. Anderson, Editor-in-Chief, Battery Technology
A computer rendering of the Hyundai INITIUM fuel cell concept vehicle.
Automotive Engineering
Hyundai Previews Upcoming Hydrogen Fuel Cell Passenger Car with INITIUM Concept
Hyundai Previews Upcoming Hydrogen Fuel Cell Passenger Car with INITIUM Concept
Oct 31, 2024
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1 Min Read
byDan Carney, Senior Editor
The "Knight Rider" provides a fun animation for the Rivian's display screens, but what drivers say they really want this as an alternative interface.
Automotive Engineering
Software-Defined Vehicle Technology Lets Rivian Dress Its EVs in Halloween Costumes
Software-Defined Vehicle Technology Lets Rivian Dress Its EVs in Halloween Costumes
Oct 29, 2024
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1 Min Read
byDan Carney, Senior Editor
The 2028 Scout Traveler SUV is scheduled for production in 2027.
Automotive Engineering
Revived Scout Motors Unveils Electric Traveler SUV and Terra Pickup
Revived Scout Motors Unveils Electric Traveler SUV and Terra Pickup
Oct 25, 2024
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1 Min Read
byDan Carney, Senior Editor
The compact rack-mounted Mi-BEAM occupies just a 4U slot in a 19-inch equipment rack.
Electronics
AMETEK Shows Off New Programmable Power Supplies
AMETEK Shows Off New Programmable Power Supplies
Oct 17, 2024
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1 Min Read
byDan Carney, Senior Editor
It may be a race car but it is a green EV race car from Nissan.
Electric Vehicles
Electric Vehicles Galore at Electrify Expo
Electric Vehicles Galore at Electrify Expo
Oct 16, 2024
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11 Slides
bySpencer Chin, Senior Editor
The 2024 Acura ZDX Type S, in Double Apex Blue.
Automotive Engineering
Is the 2024 Acura ZDX EV a Better Version of Cadillac’s Lyriq?
Is the 2024 Acura ZDX EV a Better Version of Cadillac’s Lyriq?
Oct 15, 2024
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1 Min Read
byDan Carney, Senior Editor
Mobile EV chargers such as this Mullen Automotive truck can ensure EV drivers have enough juice during emergency response.
Automotive Engineering
Mobile EV Chargers Provide Florida Evacuation Security
Mobile EV Chargers Provide Florida Evacuation Security
Oct 11, 2024
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1 Min Read
byDan Carney, Senior Editor
Honda's Space-Hub concept vehicle.
Automotive Engineering
Honda Previews Details of its 0 Series EV Architecture
Honda Previews Details of its 0 Series EV Architecture
Oct 10, 2024
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1 Min Read
byDan Carney, Senior Editor
GM engineers prepare a battery pack for testing.
Automotive Engineering
GM Charts New Roadmap for EV Battery Leadership
GM Charts New Roadmap for EV Battery Leadership
Oct 9, 2024
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1 Min Read
byDan Carney, Senior Editor
Enthusiastic crowds at the Battery Show.
Batteries/Energy Storage
The Battery Show Gets Off to An Electrifying Start
The Battery Show Gets Off to An Electrifying Start
Oct 8, 2024
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1 Min Read
bySpencer Chin, Senior Editor
What can we learn about EV battery packs like this one for the Volkswagen ID.4 at this year's battery show?
Automotive Engineering
See the Automotive Events at The Battery Show
See the Automotive Events at The Battery Show
Oct 3, 2024
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1 Min Read
byDan Carney, Senior Editor
Dollaride is bringing modern tech to dollar van operators.
Electric Vehicles
Startup Uses Tech to Upgrade the “Dollar Van” Experience
Startup Uses Tech to Upgrade the “Dollar Van” Experience
Sep 30, 2024
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1 Min Read
bySpencer Chin, Senior Editor
BMW continues to pursue development of hydrogen fuel cell vehicles.
Electric Vehicles
What Is the Future of Hydrogen-Powered Vehicles?
What Is the Future of Hydrogen-Powered Vehicles?
Sep 26, 2024
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1 Min Read
bySpencer Chin, Senior Editor
The Thor Test Vehicle series-hybrid Class A motorhome.
Automotive Engineering
Thor Industries and Harbinger Electrify Class A Motorhomes
Thor Industries and Harbinger Electrify Class A Motorhomes
Sep 25, 2024
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1 Min Read
byDan Carney, Senior Editor
2025 Polestar 3
Automotive Engineering
Is the 2025 Polestar 3 the EV Drivers Have Awaited?
Is the 2025 Polestar 3 the EV Drivers Have Awaited?
Sep 23, 2024
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1 Min Read
byDan Carney, Senior Editor
The Sharp-Foxconn LDK+ electric minivan.
Automotive Engineering
Sharp Teams With Foxconn for Planned EV
Sharp Teams With Foxconn for Planned EV
Sep 19, 2024
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1 Min Read
byDan Carney, Senior Editor

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TI's latest automotive chips enable safer driving and elevate in-vehicle experiences.
Components & Subsystems
Advanced Electronic Components Spark Future Innovations at CES 2025
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Jan 6, 2025

For the 24 Hours of Le Mans, the NASCAR Camaro added headlights and a windshield wiper.
Automotive Engineering
Look Inside NASCAR'S Garage 56 24 Hours of Le Mans Racer
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Dec 31, 2024

Artificial intelligence affected all aspects of the electronics industry ranging from circuit design to power to business decisions.
Artificial Intelligence
AI Sets the Pace For Electronics Industry News─Good and Bad─In 2024
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