BMZ to build new battery production site in North Macedonia
The new production facility covers an area of 6,800 sqm, with the possibility of further expanding the facilities in the future. Operations are scheduled to be fully underway by May 2025.
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Lion Electric to reduce workforce by 30% in Canada and th U.S. due to low business volumes in H1, 2024
"Transition to electric is taking longer than initially expected, but transportation electrification is here to stay. It is with that mindset that we have put together an action plan to adjust our cost structure to enable us to continue to support the increasing electric school bus demand and mainta...
Rivian paused production of Amazon-branded electric delivery van due to key component shortage
According to Reuters, "the production halt is the latest in a series of supply chain challenges for Rivian, which, like other EV makers, has grappled with significant production issues over the past two years due to supplier shortages".
Chinese Windrose wants to build production plants in Georgia (U.S.) and Belgium
As confirmed by CEO Wen Han, Windrose is expected to set production in Belgium, as well as in the U.S., with the State of Georgia identifies as the right place to do that. The Chinese start up claims over 6,000 pre-orders, mainly coming from major U.S.-based companies.
Mercedes-Benz inaugurates battery technology center in Mannheim
Daimler Truck's product and process development for battery electric commercial vehicles is carried out on an area of over 10,000 square meters, combining development and production. Over 100 workers are employed at the new facility in Mannheim.
Accelera by Cummins to get $75 million grant to devote part of Columbus engine plant to zero emission components
This project will create around 250 new full-time jobs and offer our existing workforce exciting opportunities to transition into these innovative roles over time", stated Accelera by Cummins, commenting the news.
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Ballard’s new scalable FCmove®-XD fuel cell engine to debut at IAA 2024
Canadian fuel cell supplier’s latest high-performance module for heavy-duty vehicles, scalable from 120-360kW, will make its European debut at IAA TRANSPORTATION 2024 in September. The new product "is designed to deliver uncompromised power and performance for operators and efficient integration on ...
Volvo to increase the range of its FH Aero Electric trucks. Up to 600 km on a single charge
More efficient batteries, a further improved battery management system and overall efficiency of the powertrain also contribute to the extended range. The new Volvo FH Electric will be released for sale during the second half of 2025.
IAA 2024, Kia to showcase PV5 and PV7 concept vehicles
Kia will use the German exhibition to introduce its PBV concept vehicles in Europe. With PBVs, standing for for ‘Platform Beyond Vehicles’, Kia is taking the bold step to enter the light commercial vehicle (LCV) market with an exciting range of built-for-purpose vehicles.
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BorgWarner Iperion-120 charging systems, explained. Our interview with Key Account Manager Andrea Ruggiero
Featuring an output voltage up to 900 volts, the solution is prepared for 800 volt BEVs and also for the power requirements of future generation batteries. We had a chat with Key Account Manager Andrea Ruggiero, who told us the origins of the charging station project and their potential in the elect...
German lithium-ion battery manufacturer BMZ enlarges production capacity
German lithium-ion battery manufacturer BMZ announced the enlargement of its production in Karlstein am Main, Germany, due to "a significant rise in their UK business", as reported in an official note.
Fuel cell, Proton Motor to expand manufacturing capability from spring 2023
The expansion will supplement the current 6,000 square meters site in Puchheim, Germany, which will now become the development facility for fuel cell stacks and hydrogen fuel cell engines. The total land surface of the site is 25,700 square meters.
Volvo Group, the battery production plant in Ghent (Blegium) will be inaugurated in 2025
The battery module manufacturing line in Ghent will be able to use battery cells both from partners and from the planned battery cell plant in Sweden. The investment frame for this first step of module manufacturing is Euro 75 million.
The new FPT ePowertrain plant in Turin conceived for massive e-axle and battery pack production
The very first totally carbon-neutral plant within Iveco Group covers an area of 15,000 square meters. At full capacity, the plant will employ about 200 people to produce over 20,000 electric axles and over 20,000 battery packs a year. The electric axles will equip heavy-duty vehicles such as the Ni...
Renault Trucks plant in Blainville-sur-Orne celebrates one thousand e-trucks produced
In operation since 1956, the plant in Blainville-sur-Orne specializes in the manufacturing of medium-duty vehicles and truck cabs. To ensure the production of battery-electric trucks, various arrangements have been made within the Normandy industrial site, including a 1,800 sqm-building entirely ded...
Volvo Trucks to start series production of heavy-duty 44-ton electric trucks
Series production of Volvo’s heaviest electric trucks will start in the Tuve factory in Gothenburg, Sweden and next year the factory in Ghent, Belgium will follow. Volvo produces the electric trucks on the same line as its conventional trucks, which gives high production flexibility and efficiency g...
