DOE to loan GM $2.5B to build three Ultium battery cell facilities
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), through its Loan Programs Office (LPO), has announced the closing of a $2.5 billion loan to Ultium Cells LLC to help finance the construction of new lithium-ion battery cell manufacturing facilities in Ohio, Tennessee and Michigan. Ultium Cells, a joint venture between General Motors and LG Energy Solution, will
We test Sailun’s ERange EV Tire on a Tesla Model 3
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Vale, GM sign long-term nickel supply agreement
Vale Canada Limited, a subsidiary of Vale S.A., and General Motors Co. have signed an agreement for the long-term supply of battery-grade nickel sulfate from Vale’s proposed plant at Bécancour, Québec, Canada. This agreement secures for GM a supply of nickel sulfate from a U.S. free-trade partner to support its growing EV production needs in
Sono and Bosch partner on solar-powered Sion repairs in Europe
Sono Motors and Bosch have agreed to cooperate on a joint Europe-wide network of car repair shops. Bosch says owners of the Sion solar electric vehicle will be able to use all services offered by participating car repair shops, including repair, servicing, maintenance, and warranty services. The companies say 50 qualified service centers will be
WAE develops new off-highway electrification technology
Williams Advanced Engineering (WAE), a subsidiary of Fortescue Metals Group, is attending Bauma 2022, showcasing a range of electrification solutions, all of which will support the acceleration of the off-highway sector in its journey to decarbonization. WAE used the event to show its battery and energy storage technology, specifically developed for the rugged use cases
Five technology trends that will define the future of EVs
IDTechEx reports five future technology trends that the group expects will be of high relevance in the EV market’s future. Advanced Li-ion battery cells & packs Advanced Li-ion refers to silicon and Li-metal anodes, solid-electrolytes, high-Ni cathodes and various cell design factors. Given the importance of the electric vehicle market, specifically battery electric cars, in
General Motors to invest in EV drive unit production in Toledo
General Motors is set to invest $760 million at its Toledo, Ohio propulsion manufacturing operations to prepare the facility for the production of drive units that will be used in future Ultium-battery electric trucks, including the Silverado, Sierra and Hummer EVs. Toledo Propulsion Systems will be GM’s first U.S. powertrain or propulsion-related manufacturing facility transformed
The best way to combat brake corrosion
Finally, the sun is shining and there’s no better feeling than revving up the engine, rolling down the windows and hitting the open road. But after months of plowing through highly corrosive deicing chemicals that are laid down on roadways across the country, there could be a vehicle service concern when it comes to the
How brake pad selection impacts your sustainability efforts
Consumers and commercial interests alike are turning toward greater sustainability, especially in transportation, which impacts climate change. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, 27% of Greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in the U.S. come from transportation making it the country’s largest contributor of GHG emissions. Between 1990 and 2020, GHG emissions in the transportation sector
Mahle premiers its SCT electric motor
Mahle recently presented its SCT (Superior Continuous Torque) electric motor at IAA Transportation 2022. This new motor solves a dilemma common to many electric motors: the great discrepancy between continuous and peak power. While previous electric motors can produce their peak power only for a short time and then drop to about 60-70%, the company
Three scary threats to your vehicle’s brake pads
This is the time of year when the shadows stretch a little longer, the wind blows colder and an unsettling feeling puts your nerves on end when you apply the brake pedal. The squeal or skittish stop are portents of service issues that could mean increased operational costs, for there are dangers lurking in the
NRS highlights brake pad features
NRS Brakes highlights three replacement brake pad features to look for when servicing vehicle braking systems, ensuring safe operation and long component life. Corrosion Resistance NRS Galvanized Brake Pads use zinc-plating technology instead of the painted parts utilized by some traditional pads. Paint can chip and flake, inviting rust-causing corrosion to degrade the brake pad.