The battery system is perhaps the most critical component of battery electric vehicles. In addition to obtaining the highest possible energy density, aspects such as safety, weight and sustainability play crucial roles. Professor Andreas Hintennach, head of battery cell research at Daimler discusses the fundamentals of current lithium-ion cells, and reveals which technologies could power […]

The innovations of electric vehicles (EV) have been taking monumental leaps in global interest as the importance of CO2 emission reduction is scrutinized by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). At this time of age, the world has been progressing towards building a society where technology is green, eco-friendly, and sustainable. As the automobile industry is […]

As a developer of in-wheel powertrains, Elaphe Propulsion Technologies has to make sure that its powertrain does not emit excessive vibrations, which will result in structure-borne noise. Since vehicle suspension is typically not considered to also perform as a motor insulation system, there is a lack of knowledge on specific vibration insulation properties, especially in […]

As the electric vehicle market grows and for it to reach its full potential, there is an increased need for effective thermal management of the vehicles. Keeping heat under control leads to improved charging, performance, range, longevity and safety. There have been several high-profile battery related fires from well-known automotive manufacturers and in stationary energy […]

The automotive industry has been working for many years to minimize noise within the passenger compartment. Reducing the sound produced by various accessory motors is part of the solution on which suppliers to OEMs are focusing. Understanding the causes of noise generation and the techniques to mitigate them are a critical part of motor design […]

Moving away from fossil fuels is the future for sustainable and cleaner transportation, however there are many factors involved, such as environmental, social and economic costs, in the process of sourcing the base metals required for the transition. A coalition of leading researchers and scientists have released the findings of a year-long study into the […]

Growing concerns about global warming and society’s ecological impact have meant that there is greater urgency to move away from the use of traditional internal combustion engines in vehicles, and rely instead on more environmentally friendly alternatives. Electric vehicles of various forms are starting to be seen more regularly on our roads, and are used […]

A new smart charging technology of electric vehicles has been demonstrated where it can automatically choose the optimal time when it is greenest and cheapest to charge, which will not only support the local grid but also enable a more flexible, future energy system. The direct-to-car smart charging system was successfully trailed by intelligent energy […]

The fact that vehicles nowadays have over 30 electronic control units for everything from braking to infotainment systems, the importance of electric cabling is being placed under the spotlight. Cable management in the automotive industry isn’t just about aesthetics. True, a neat and tidy installation provides a seamless finish once the vehicle rolls off the […]

With the rapid adoption of electric vehicles, the demand for Li-ion batteries will grow significantly in the coming decades. In the meanwhile, as EV batteries begin to reach their end-of-life, we will see an exponential growth of retired Li-ion batteries coming out of vehicles. By 2020 we will already have around 14 GWh, or 102,000 […]