Rivian Explores Domestic Lidar Production for R2, Potentially Leveraging Chinese Technology In a significant strategic development for the electric vehicle industry, Rivian, the California-based EV manufacturer, is reportedly exploring the…
Key Takeaways: Volkswagen Group has become Rivian’s largest shareholder, surpassing Amazon after more than five years. The German automaker has committed a total of $5.8 billion in funding to Rivian,…
In a significant strategic move, electric vehicle manufacturer Rivian is actively exploring the possibility of producing its own lidar sensors within the United States for future versions of its upcoming…
Key Takeaways (TL;DR) Volkswagen Group has become Rivian’s largest shareholder, surpassing long-standing backer Amazon. The German automotive giant has invested approximately $3 billion in Rivian, with a total commitment reaching…
Key Takeaways Kempower has launched the Mega Satellite Flex, a new high-power DC fast charger supporting both CCS (up to 560 kW) and MCS (up to 1.2 MW) charging standards.…
Key Takeaways Dielectric Manufacturing, EMS Industrial, and Centerline Machine have united to establish Dielectric Manufacturing Group, a new single-source supplier for the rapidly expanding electric vehicle (EV) market. The group…
Key Takeaways (TL;DR) Kempower has introduced the Mega Satellite Flex, a new high-power DC fast charger designed for heavy-duty EV charging. The system uniquely supports both CCS (Combined Charging System)…
Key Takeaways: Newport Harbor in Newport Beach, California, has activated a new Aqua superPower marine DC fast charger. The charger delivers up to 24 kW of power via a CCS…
Key Takeaways: Three Midwest manufacturers—Dielectric Manufacturing, EMS Industrial, and Centerline Machine—have merged to form Dielectric Manufacturing Group. The newly formed group positions itself as a single-source supplier for precision plastic…
Key Takeaways (TL;DR): Versa Materials Technology and AUMUND Corporation have signed an exclusive Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to jointly develop advanced battery cathode manufacturing equipment. The partnership aims to adapt…
Key Takeaways: Finland’s Kempower has introduced the Mega Flex Satellite, an advanced EV fast charger. This innovative charger is uniquely designed to simultaneously cater to both power-hungry electric heavy-duty trucks…
Key Takeaways: PolyJoule has launched its third-generation conductive polymer battery chemistry, designed for enhanced safety and performance. The new large-format prismatic cell features a proprietary polymer cathode and liquid salt…
Key Takeaways: ABB E-mobility has launched its OM X-Series, a distributed EV charging system designed for the most demanding megawatt-scale applications. The system can scale significantly, from 800 kW to…
Key Takeaways Tesla has quietly filed a new trademark application for its next-generation Roadster, offering the first official look at fresh branding for the long-anticipated electric supercar. The filing, dated…
Key Takeaways: A mysterious, fully-covered Tesla prototype was spotted at Giga Texas on May 6, 2026, parked between a standard Model Y and a Cybertruck. The prototype exhibits distinct elongated…
Key Takeaways Automotive consumers are driving a demand for enhanced personalization, autonomy, and seamless connectivity within their vehicles. Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems (ADAS) and Autonomous Driving (AD) functionalities necessitate a significant…
Key Takeaways (TL;DR) BorgWarner has secured three significant electric motor contracts with major Asian Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), one in South Korea and two in China. These contracts span a…
Key Takeaways: Australian motorists’ interest in electric vehicles (EVs) has surged by an unprecedented 461% in March, primarily driven by escalating global fuel prices. The Royal Automobile Club of Victoria…
Key Takeaways: Ford Motor Company has invested over $1 billion since 2018 to revitalize Detroit’s historic Michigan Central Station and its surrounding campus, transforming a symbol of urban decay into…
Key Takeaways Ford is undertaking a radical overhaul of its EV development strategy at its new Electric Vehicle Design Center (EVDC) in Long Beach, California. This move directly addresses CEO…
Key Takeaways: Rocsys has launched the M1 system, a modular, multi-bay hands-free charging solution specifically designed to address the critical operational challenges faced by expanding robotaxi fleets. The M1 system…
Key Takeaways: New Eagle has launched the OpenECU NX3, a groundbreaking vehicle control platform. The NX3 uniquely integrates Megawatt Charging System (MCS) and Combined Charging System (CCS) protocols with full…
Key Takeaways Tesla has officially launched the Basecharger, a new electric vehicle (EV) fast charger. Despite its visual resemblance to the V4 Supercharger, the Basecharger is engineered as an all-in-one…
Key Takeaways Nivalis Energy Systems has acquired European firm SolarEdge e-Mobility to accelerate the electrification of Transport Refrigeration Units (TRUs). The acquisition grants Nivalis access to SolarEdge’s advanced engineering, R&D,…
Key Takeaways Morrow Batteries has begun delivering lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery cells to Finnish technology firm Proventia, marking a significant step in scaling Norwegian battery production. The multi-year agreement,…
Key Takeaways: ITECH has launched its IT8100A/E Series of DC electronic loads, designed for high-power testing across critical sectors. The new series boasts a formidable parallel capacity of up to…
Key Takeaways Ford Motor Company invested over $1 billion to revitalize Detroit’s historic Michigan Central Station and its surrounding campus. The initiative transforms the long-abandoned landmark into a cutting-edge hub…
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