Articles

The evolution of city demographics and the need for affordable, efficient EVs could create a mass market for micro models in the US. By Will Girling Micro electric vehicle (EVs)—four wheelers with a footprint equivalent to a two…

Michael Lennartz argues that second-generation silicon anodes offer a sensible near-term solution to battery energy density while the industry awaits solid-state advancements With charging times and range still key consumer concerns for…

The Megawatt Charging System is designed to provide electric trucks with a quick charge, opening up long-haul operations. By Megan Lampinen Heavy-duty long-haul trucking represents just a fraction of the vehicles on the road at any time…

The key is in understanding what drives buyers of performance and luxury vehicles, and why they might be reluctant to turn electric. By Adam Sefton Inside the Tesla, the minimalist cabin, dominated by a large touchscreen display, exudes…

According to ACEA data, European new car sales dropped 3% year-on-year in May. Only one vehicle category bucked this trend and posted a growth in sales: hybrids. In fact, despite challenging market conditions, hybrid-electric vehicle…

How can an expert in mapping help address pain points with the EV charging experience? By Megan Lampinen Digital mapping entered the automotive sector as a relatively simple means of helping direct drivers to their destination with…

The new car market has continued to grow since the start of the year, as many drivers opt for the latest models or choose to switch to a more efficient vehicle. Sales of electric vehicles (EVs) continue to be on the up, which suggests…

Mark Manninger discusses how UWB technology is helping to deliver vehicles that are more connected, safer, and offer more features than ever before Connectivity plays an increasingly large role in everyday life, from the proliferation…

Advances in electrolysis could turn EV battery production waste into a valuable commodity. By Will Girling One of the prominent ironies of electrification is that products designed to be more environmentally friendly currently have…

Jonathan Storey highlights the key takeaways from the latest automaker financial results Sales by the major carmakers fell by an average of just 2.7% in Q2-2024 from a year earlier and the total number of units sold fell by 3.7% to…

Expect waves of deal announcements now through the end of the year as bumps in activity move through the M&A pipeline, writes Mark Williams The outlook for automotive and transportation mergers and acquisitions (M&A) remains…

Kosta Popov looks at how immersive technology helps automotive dealers attract online customers According to an Automotive Shopper Study by Google, the vast majority (95%) of car buyers start their car search journeys online. Other…

The new standards will increase the demands and requirements placed on the brake pads, writes Christian Stolz The new Euro 7 standards came into effect on 28 May 2024. For the first time ever, brake emissions have come into focus, but…

Przemysław KrokoszIndustry explores how SDVs will enable automotive manufacturers to future-proof their cars The emergence of software-defined vehicles (SDVs) will lead to a complete reimagining of cars and what we expect from them.…

Christopher Frost explains how scientists are using the ISIS Neutron and Muon Source to simulate the impact of cosmic rays on electric and autonomous vehicles Cosmic rays—high-energy particles originating from the far reaches of the…