Overcoming “charging anxiety” is key for EV rollouts
Charging concerns remain the biggest reason for consumers not to buy an electric vehicle, so the issue has to be resolved if the targets for rapid EV rollouts are to be achieved.
Ads-Tec Energy announces strategic partnership with GP Joule Connect
Ads-Tec Energy, a manufacturer of battery storage-based ultra-fast charging solutions, has announced a strategic partnership with sustainable mobility solutions company GP Joule Connect to drive the expansion of charging infrastructure.
20% of Norwegian cars now fully electric
Electric cars now make up 20% of the passenger car fleet in Norway.
EVBox to introduce modular EV fast charging station at CES 2023
EVBox is introducing its EVBox Troniq Modular DC fast charging solution to the North American market at CES, the annual and international tech trade show, on 5-8 January, 2023 in Las Vegas.
Dekra opens vehicle-grid innovation laboratory
The Vehicle-Grid Innovation Laboratory (ViGIL) from Dekra is now open and offering testing and certification services for future mobility.
FreeWire acquires Mobilyze.ai platform to enhance EV charging utilisation
FreeWire Technologies, a provider of battery-integrated EV charging stations and energy management solutions, has acquired Mobilyze.ai, a platform that uses artificial intelligence to help site hosts strategically place fast-charging stations to maximise their return on investment.
EV charging infrastructure must be ahead of the curve, says Ford UK boss
EV charging infrastructure needs to be "ahead of the curve" to support the rapidly increasing numbers of EVs on the roads, according to the chair of Ford of Britain.
Dott, Lime and Tier unveil steps to enhance e-scooter service in Paris
Dott, Lime and Tier, the three micromobility operators in Paris, have unveiled 11 measures to improve e-scooter integration, following a request for proposals by Paris City Hall.
Volvo Group to electrify transportation in the South Bronx, NYC
Volvo Group North America (VGNA) has received a US$10m award from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) to introduce clean transportation solutions to Hunts Point in the South Bronx.
Charge Amps extends range of next-generation EV charging products
Sweden-headquartered Charge Amps has launched three new products: the Dawn charging station; Beam charging cable; and Amp Guard, a load balancer.
JIOS Aerogel commissions new factory in Singapore for EV battery components
JIOS Aerogel has unveiled a plan to commission a state-of-the-art factory in Singapore to produce cutting-edge technology for battery manufacturers.
New Zealand researchers explore dynamic wireless EV charging potential
Researchers at the University of Auckland in New Zealand have conducted a study on the impact of dynamic wireless electric vehicle (EV) charging pads on a section of Auckland motorway.
EV truck deployment will accelerate in 2023 says IDTechEx
Though battery-electric models currently make up only a small fraction of total global truck sales (around 0.4% in 2021), it is already clear that the transition from diesel combustion engines to zero-emission technologies is well underway.
Investments in low carbon hydrogen spark hope for fuel cell vehicles, says IDTechEx
The race to decarbonise on-road vehicles is undoubtedly being led by battery-electric powertrains. However, the superior energy density of fuel cell systems, when compared to today’s Li-ion battery systems, means that they can deliver a greater range for the same system weight.
The only battery that can survive a bullet?
The remarkable non-flammable qualities of Nanotech Energy's graphene-powered batteries have been demonstrated in spectacular fashion in a new abuse test.
London’s energy and electrification technology 'will lead the world'
Transport for London (TfL) wants to sell its fast-developing electric vehicle (EV) charging expertise, says Alex Gilbert, head of energy and electrification.
EV charging infrastructure bolstered by auto makers
Auto makers have restructured their businesses and strategies regarding EVs, a new report from Strategy Analytics outlines.
Vector to sell its network of EV chargers in New Zealand
Vector, New Zealand's largest distributor of electricity and gas, owning and operating networks which span the Auckland region, is looking at putting its network of Auckland EV chargers on the market.
New UK EV charger regulations about to come into force
With more UK regulations being introduced for all electric vehicle chargers from the end of this year, EV drivers, electrical retailers and installers should ensure that any new charger they are considering meets all of the regulations, warns award-winning smart charging company Ohme.