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Volkswagen releases updated electric ID. R race car
The electric race car will attempt to break the current EV lap record on the famous 20.83 km Nordschleife track Volkswagen has started the testing of its revamped electric racer ID. R at the world-renowned Nürburgring-Nordschleife track, just days after its release. Following Volkswagen’s improvements and with French race driver Romain Duman behind the wheel, the new product is set to break the current EV lap record of 6:45.90 minutes. “On the Nordschleife lap, the ID.
Penske offers fast chargers for commercial EVs in Southern California
Penske Truck Leasing plans to add twenty DC fast chargers in total US transportation services company Penske Truck Leasing has launched commercial heavy-duty EV charging stations with 14 high-speed chargers at four of its existing facilities in Southern California. “We’re committed to being at the forefront of commercial vehicle electrification,” said Brian Hard, President and CEO of Penske Truck Leasing.
Air Liquide-led JV develops China’s hydrogen refilling infrastructure
Air Liquide Houpu Hydrogen Equipment will develop FCEV refilling stations Air Liquide and Chengdu Huaqi Houpu (Houpu) have established a joint venture, Air Liquide Houpu Hydrogen Equipment, which is to develop hydrogen refilling stations for fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEV). The joint venture will enable the companies to develop projects that promote the development of a network of hydrogen stations in China.
EVgo launches Autocharge technology for Maven Gig users
EVgo drivers can start a charging session without mobiles apps or swiping cards EVgo has become the first North American EV charging network to debut Autocharge technology. The innovative technology recognises a customer’s vehicle and initiates automatic charging after a one-time registration, making it even easier for drivers to fast charge with EVgo.
Hyundai Hydrogen Mobility enters Europe’s hydrogen market
Hyundai will deliver 1,600 fuel cell commercial trucks through 2025 Hyundai Motor Company and H2 Energy AG have signed a contract for a joint venture, Hyundai Hydrogen Mobility, aimed at taking a lead across Europe’s growing hydrogen mobility ecosystem. The joint venture’s operations will commence with Hyundai Motor delivering 1,600 fuel cell electric heavy-duty trucks to Hyundai Hydrogen Mobility from 2019 through 2025.
Electrify America to install more than 30 ultra-fast charging stations
The new charging sites will be mainly California-based Electrify America has announced a collaboration with nine additional companies to host more than 30 ultra-fast EV charging stations across the U.S. The charging stations will be installed in leading grocery chains such as Kroger and The Save Mart Companies; real estate investment trusts (REIT) including Federal Realty Investment Trust, Fulcrum Property, ShopCore Properties, ValueRock Realty Partners, The Macerich Company and Washington...
Phihong launches certified EV chargers in North America
Taiwan’s Phihong presents its AC32 7.7kW EV charger with UL certification The AC32 7.7kW AC charger weighs less than 7 kg and includes a 5-meter charging cable with a standard SAEJ1772 Type 1 Plug/Socket. It requires a single-phase 220 to 240Vac input. It can be wall-mounted or free standing, making it suitable for parking lots, service stations, commercial fleet operators, EV infrastructure operators and service providers.
AMPLY Power unveils EV charging optimisation software for fleets
AMPLIFY platform is the foundation of the Charging-as-a-Service (CaaS) model AMPLY Power has released a charging optimisation platform designed to give fleet operators and owners a complete view of charging activities at their depots. The automated, cloud-based software AMPLIFY tracks electricity rates, vehicle charge status and fleet sizes, while it organises charging processes in a comprehensive dashboard.
Ford and Rivian to develop new electric vehicle
The new partnership will utilise Rivian’s skateboard platform Rivian has announced a minority investment of US$500 million from Ford Motor Company. The companies have agreed to work together to develop an all-new, next-generation battery electric vehicle for Ford’s EV portfolio. “This strategic partnership marks another key milestone in our drive to accelerate the transition to sustainable mobility,” said RJ Scaringe, Rivian founder and CEO.
Spark Racing Technology designs electric SUV for Extreme E
Prototype testing is scheduled for July 2019 Extreme E has joined forces with motorsport manufacturer Spark Racing Technology to engineer, develop and assemble an all-new electric SUV model for the pioneering off-road racing series. Spark Racing Technology will create and construct a package with strict specification parts, before handing over the homologated framework to each team. The competitors will be then able to test and develop their own powertrain and bodywork.
Hyundai launches smartphone-based EV control technology
The new technology will be implemented in future Hyundai and Kia vehicles South Korean car manufacturer Hyundai Motor has introduced its industry-first smartphone-based electric vehicle pairing performance adjustment technology, which allows drivers to modify seven performance features within the EV through a smartphone application.
Dot Transportation deploys all-electric terminal truck
Orange EV’s technology increases energy efficiency by more than 400% over traditional diesel systems Dot Transportation, a subsidiary of Dot Foods, the largest food industry redistributor in North America, has deployed an Orange EV T-Series pure electric terminal truck at Dot’s Modesto distribution centre in California. Dot Foods utilised funding from the Hybrid and Zero-Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project (HVIP) to purchase the vehicle.
Allison Transmission acquires Vantage Power and AxleTech’s EV systems division
The two acquisitions align with Allison’s leading position in propulsion technology for commercial vehicles Allison Transmission, the largest global manufacturer of medium- and heavy-duty fully automatic transmissions, has purchased Vantage Power and AxleTech’s electric vehicle systems division.
MAHLE installs chargeBIG system at Stuttgart Airport
chargeBIG is a centralised, scalable charging infrastructure concept MAHLE, partnering with eliso, has announced the installation of its chargeBIG charging system and 110 charging points at Stuttgart Airport. chargeBIG, a MAHLE’s corporate start-up, is a centralised, scalable charging infrastructure concept for short-term parking lot users and fleet operators.
EVgo, Maven Gig unveil public-rideshare fast charging hubs
The Venice Crossroads EV fast charging hub was officially opened on April 22 in the presence of Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti America’s largest public fast charging network EVgo and Maven, General Motors’ car sharing platform, have introduced a new network of EV fast charging hubs that feature both public and dedicated fast chargers for Maven Gig’s members.
San Francisco airport equipped with six Proterra e-buses
The Proterra Catalyst buses will remove more than 23 million pounds of GHG emissions over 12 years San Francisco International Airport (SFO) has purchased six 40-foot Proterra Catalyst E2 electric buses and three 60 kW Proterra plug-in chargers, joining a growing list of airports across North America. The new battery-electric bus fleet will reduce Bay Area emissions while cutting SFO’s bus operating costs.
Researchers report high performance solid-state sodium-ion battery
University researchers have developed an organic cathode that offers improved stability and energy density Solid-state sodium-ion batteries are safer than conventional lithium-ion batteries, which pose a risk of fire and explosions. However, solid-state sodium-ion batteries’ performance has been too weak to offset the safety advantages. Researchers at the University of Houston (UH) have developed an organic cathode that significantly improves both stability and energy density.
Toyota sets up joint research institute with Tsinghua University
The joint institute will also seek research opportunities in utilising hydrogen energy Japanese car manufacturer Toyota and Tsinghua University have agreed to establish the Tsinghua – Toyota Joint Research Institute to conduct research together over the next five years. The Joint Research Institute will further contribute to China’s development of vehicles equipped with new technology that aim to excel in solving environmental problems and in reducing traffic accidents.
BYD presents E-SEED GT concept car and Song Pro SUV at Auto Shanghai 2019
The Chinese car manufacturer also showcased e Series models e1, e2 and s2 BYD debuted its E-SEED GT concept car and Song Pro SUV at the 18th Shanghai International Automobile Industry Exhibition. BYD introduced 23 new models, including its new e-series models and its latest Dynasty series of vehicles, showcasing its BYD New Architecture (BNA) design, the 3rd generation of Dual Mode technology, plus the world-leading e-platform framework.
ZF announces new central e-drive for commercial vehicles in China
The new electric central drive will be manufactured entirely in China ZF has joined China’s efforts to electrify its public transport and distribution logistics by supplying a new electric central drive for buses and medium-duty trucks. The new unit was developed in China by a local ZF development team to meet the specific requirements of the Chinese market in terms of safety, performance and cost-effectiveness.
Toyota, DENSO and SVF to invest US$1 billion in Uber ATG
The investment aims to expedite the deployment of automated ride-sharing services Toyota Motor Corp., DENSO Corporation and the SoftBank Vision Fund (SVF) have announced an investment of US$1 billion in Uber’s Advanced Technologies Group (Uber ATG). Under the terms, Toyota and DENSO will together invest US$667 million and SVF will invest US$333 million, valuing the new Uber ATG entity at US$7.25 billion on a post-money basis.
CN launches pilot project using Lion Electric’s trucks
Delivery of eight Class 8 e-trucks is expected in summer 2020 Canadian National Railway Company (CN) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with The Lion Electric Co. for the conception, design and manufacturing of eight tandem axle, Class 8, zero-emission, electric trucks as part of its larger sustainable strategy to reduce emissions through innovation.
Ford boosts EV production capacity with Michigan site
Ford will invest almost US$900 million in its southeast Michigan operations through 2023 Ford has announced a new plan to increase production capacity for its next-generation battery electric vehicles (BEVs) at a second North American plant. Tied to the company’s US$11.1 billion investment in global electric vehicles, Ford is expanding its BEV manufacturing footprint to its Flat Rock Assembly Plant.
Phillips & Temro acquires EVoCharge
EVoCharge focuses on cable management solutions and charging station products Phillips & Temro Industries (PTI) has announced the acquisition of a majority stake in EVoCharge, one of North America’s original EV charging infrastructure providers. EVoCharge develops and manufactures Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) and its EVoReel® cable management solutions.
Volkswagen, Northvolt form European Battery Union
The EBU consortium will aim to gain new knowledge on battery cell production The Volkswagen Group and other European partners have agreed to form the European Battery Union (EBU) with the prime objective to progress battery research throughout Europe. The new consortium is to be led by Volkswagen and the Swedish battery producer Northvolt. The joint research activities of the European Battery Union will cover the entire battery value stream.
Arcimoto launches three-wheel electric delivery vehicle
The Deliverator, designed for small businesses and fleets, will reduce last mile delivery costs The three-wheel electric vehicle is now in development at the Arcimoto Manufacturing Plant in Eugene, Oregon. Production is expected to begin in 2020. The local delivery EV is designed to quickly, safely, and affordably transport the goods to their final delivery destination.
ZF acquires mobility provider 2getthere
ZF Friedrichshafen has acquired a 60% share of 2getthere 2getthere offers complete automated transport systems and is located in Utrecht, Netherlands, with offices in San Francisco, Dubai and Singapore. Applications range from driverless electric transport systems at airports, business and theme parks to dedicated urban transport infrastructures.
Kia offers home-charging solutions on Amazon
Kia EV and PHEV customers can now order a home charger and installation through Amazon Kia Motors America (KMA) has started a new program with Amazon to provide plug-in vehicle customers with easy, one-stop shopping for a home charger and installation services using the familiar Amazon shopping experience.
Jaguar Land Rover installs UK’s largest smart charging facility
Jaguar Land Rover has installed 166 smart EV charging outlets at its Gaydon engineering centre in Warwickshire, England The charging network is made available to all Jaguar Land Rover employees. There is also a plan in place for charging points to be installed in the visitors’ car park, so guests can take advantage of convenient fast charging.
Volvo to supply six e-buses to Birmingham Airport
The Volvo 7900 Electric buses are set to go into service in November 2019 The contract award has come on the back of a review undertaken by Birmingham Airport into its future vehicle provision. This has led to plans to provide a green transport system, while at the same time making savings on energy and life cycle costs. The Volvo 7900 Electric provides up to 80% lower energy consumption than an equivalent sized diesel bus.
Gocycle reveals new fast-folding e-bike
The fast-folding GX model is available for pre-orders at a recommended selling price of US$3,299 Pioneering electric bike brand Gocycle has revealed full details of its new fast-folding GX model ahead of its Spring launch. The new GX is capable of being folded and stowed in less than 10 seconds. It folds into a compact package that can be wheeled along, making it the perfect companion for commuting in cities.
Shell subsidiary launches EV charging plan in Texas
The new charging plan offers free charging during the lowest cost hours of the day, between 12 am and 3 am MP2 Energy, a subsidiary of Shell Energy North America, is launching Texas’ first customised, incentive-based charging plan for Texas EV owners. The new MP2 Energy Electric Vehicle incentive plan is 100% renewable and enables electric vehicle owners to customise a charging schedule that fits with the plan incentives.
Renova, Scania develop fuel cell refuse truck
The fuel cell refuse truck will feature a fully electrified powertrain as well as an electrified compactor Scania is developing a fuel cell refuse truck together with Renova, a waste handling company in western Sweden. “We are highly interested in gaining more experience of fuel cells in actual customer operations,” said Project Manager Marita Nilsson, Electric Powertrain Technology at Scania.
ABB provides power to the largest EV battery plant in Europe
The new battery plant will have annual supply capacity of 250,000 EVs with batteries Korea’s LG Chem has selected ABB to provide a substation for Europe’s largest electric car battery factory in Poland. Key equipment supplies include transformers, surge arrestors and gas insulated switchgear that will ensure safe and reliable power supplies. The new car battery plant, located in Kobierzyce, near Wroclaw, will be capable of supplying up to 250,000 electric cars with batteries per year.
Deutsche Post subsidiary receives approval for large series production
The EC vehicle type approval also applies to other EU countries, including Switzerland and Norway Deutsche Post DHL Group’s EV-making subsidiary Street Scooter has received EC vehicle type approval from the KBA, the German motor transport authority, for large series production of its basic WORK electric delivery van. In October Ford began large series production of the Deutsche Post StreetScooter WORK XL electric van at its European HQ in Cologne, Germany.
Simon, Electrify America launch California’s first 350 kW charging station - ElecTrans
The ultra-fast chargers can deliver energy for up to 20 miles of range per minute US mall owner Simon has selected the San Francisco Premium Outlets as California’s first location for electric vehicle (EV) charging systems with recharging speeds up to 350 kW. As part of its ongoing sustainability strategy, Simon has teamed up with Electrify America to open 10 DC fast chargers at San Francisco Premium Outlets for public use. The charging site features eight 150 kW chargers and two 350 kW chargers.
CEA reveals Sigma Cells smart battery for electric cars
The standard multi-cell battery powers on even when a cell fails. Production is slated to begin in September 2019. CEA’s Sigma Cells battery is the world’s first three-in-one battery solution with integrated inverter, charging and battery-management functions. It can power products ranging from laptops to electric vehicles and has a 15% longer battery lifespan. This revolutionary technology serves as the battery’s brain, governing the smart use of battery cells.
MAN Cryo develops marine fuel-gas system for liquefied hydrogen
The system is the first marine-system design that secures preliminary approval in principle MAN Cryo, a wholly owned subsidiary of MAN Energy Solutions, developed the Liquid Hydrogen Marine Fuel Gas System design in-house at its headquarters in Gothenburg, in close cooperation with the shipowner, Fjord1, and ship designer, Multi Maritime, in Norway.
Torqeedo-powered electric ferry launched in Thailand
The all-electric passenger ferry will operate a 5-km long route between Hua Lampjong and Thewes Pier in Bangkok Thailand’s first all-electric commuter ferry, powered by the German e-boat powertrain developer – Torqeedo, has been placed into service by the Bangkok Metropolitan Authority (BMA). Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha celebrated the launch, giving his symbolic approval to the city’s efforts to ease congestion and improve air quality through investments in green transportation.
Shell, Nissan form Formula E partnership
Shell seeks to improve EV drivers’ experience as it jointly explores opportunities with Nissan to provide enhanced performance to the E team Shell and Nissan have officially launched their new Formula E partnership at a ceremony at the Nissan Crossing in Tokyo. The alliance with Nissan and the all-electric racing series will help Shell to further develop its new energy and mobility solutions.
World’s largest commercial EV project unveiled in the UK
‘Optimise Prime’ project takes 3,000 electric vehicles to the road to test the impacts of EV transition The world’s biggest trial of commercial electric vehicles (EVs), ‘Optimise Prime’, has been given the green light by Great Britain energy regulator Ofgem, bringing together leading power, technology, fleet and transport companies to test and implement the best approaches to the EV rollout.
Cross-industry project to improve cobalt mining for EV batteries
BMW, BASF SE, Samsung SDI and Samsung Electronics jointly explore ways to improve working conditions at cobalt mines in Congo-Kinshasa The new partnership, together with the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ), have signed a contract to improve artisanal mining working conditions, as well as living conditions for surrounding communities. The scope of the project will span over one pilot mine within the next three years, and the partners will not operate the mine.
EV Motors launches public EV charging outlet PlugNgo
A new partnership commits to invest US$200 million and install 6,500 charging outlets in India over five years Electric vehicles start-up EV Motors India has entered into partnership with DLF, Delta Electronics and ABB to launch its first Public EV Charging Outlet PlugNgo. The project is in line with the Government’s vision of evolving India into an electric automotive nation.
Volkswagen, JAC and SEAT advance e-mobility in China
A new JAC Volkswagen R&D center will focus on areas such as connectivity and autonomous driving Volkswagen Group China has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Anhui Jianghuai Automobile Group (JAC) and SEAT. Under the agreement, all parties will leverage their technology and product strengths to develop a battery electric vehicle platform for production at JAC Volkswagen. JAC Volkswagen will introduce the SEAT brand by 2021, and jointly electrify SEAT products.
Volvo and Ekoenergetyka electrify Malmö
13 fully electric Volvo buses with opportunity charging will enter into operation in Malmö at the end of 2018 Ekoenergetyka will supply the Swedish City of Malmö with three 300-kW quickPOINT City Chargers, providing quick charge to 13 Volvo e-buses, which were ordered last June by bus operator Nobina. The buses will run on route 7 in the city covering a distance of 14.7 km. The chargers will be installed in two neighbourhoods of Malmö.
Lightning Systems launches heavy-duty Transit EV
Lightning launches battery-powered Ford Transit, with range-extended hydrogen fuel cell model available this summer in California Lightning Systems has announced the release of the LightningElectric system, an electric powertrain solution suitable for use with a heavy-duty Ford Transit. The LightningElectric is a battery-electric drivetrain package with liquid-cooled lithium-ion battery that can be fast-charged in 30 minutes on DC fast charging, and in 6 hours with Level 2 charging.
Schiphol Airport opens 13-MW bus charging network
Heliox supplied 109 fast chargers to power 100 e-buses for the world’s largest depot charge network Amsterdam Airport Schiphol has made a commitment to become “one of the most sustainable airports in the world” via a mass rollout of electric buses. The battery-powered buses will be driving in 24/7 operation across 6 lines and will transport people between the terminal and long-term parking areas. The 100 electric articulated VDL Citeas are expected to jointly drive some 30,000 km per day.
Groupe PSA launches EV business unit
Peugeot and Citroen owner to establish a dedicated division for EVs Groupe PSA is to create a new unit dedicated to EVs. The new business will be headed by Senior Vice President Alexandre Guignard, and was effective as of April 1, the automaker confirmed in an April 5 announcement.
BMW and Daimler merge mobility services
The partners plan to combine and expand in the areas of carsharing, ride-hailing, parking, charging and multimodality BMW and Daimler have said they will join forces to create “a single source for sustainable urban mobility services.” The companies intend to offer customers a full ecosystem of intelligent mobility services, available at the tap of a finger. The merger will promote electromobility by offering electrified CarSharing vehicles, as well as easy access to charging and parking options.
HOURCAR and Xcel join forces for new carsharing venture
HOURCAR will transition to a 100% zero-emission electric fleet by the end of 2020 HOURCAR has signed a new partnership with utility Xcel Energy, which will see the two launch a new car-sharing service line in the Twin Cities – St. Paul and Minneapolis. This new service is envisioned as all-electric, hub-based and one-way. It will allow drivers to end their reservation at any available hub instead of returning to the hub with which the reservation was originally made.
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