Metals recycling and refining firm Aqua Metals has signed a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery cell manufacturer American Battery Factory (ABF) proposing a strategic collaboration focused on advancing the US battery materials supply chain through recycling and circular manufacturing. The companies intend to evaluate Read more
Elevated Materials is focused on scaling production this year to meet increasing customer demand. The company closed 2025 with record output of ultra-thin lithium metal films, shipping to more than 30 customers worldwide. It delivered more than 100 kilometers of lithium film to a single customer, which it said reflects Read more
Theft of EV charging cables is a serious problem. For thieves, cables are an attractive target, thanks to the high price of copper. For charging operators, the damage can result in expenses of thousands of dollars to repair and recommission charging stations, and weeks of lost revenue. DeterTech, the maker Read more
AMETEK Programmable Power has appointed Transcat as its exclusive distributor, certified calibration partner, and rental provider for its programmable power and test systems portfolio across the US and South America. AMETEK says the agreement is intended to improve product availability and delivery speed, while expanding integrated service support for regulated, Read more
Tesla has launched an artificial intelligence training center in China, a critical development for the automaker’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) ambitions in the world’s largest electric vehicle market. more…
Ford is promising to introduce more affordable vehicles over the next few years, including five priced under $40,000. more…
Until recently, European manufacturers were preparing for the 2035 ban on combustion engines and now must adapt to eased regulations.
When Falcon Heavy lifted off in February 2018 with Elon Musk’s personal Tesla Roadster as its payload, SpaceX was at a much different place. So was Tesla. It was unclear whether Falcon Heavy was feasible at all, and Tesla was in the depths of Model 3 production hell. At the Read more
Genesis is growing faster than practically any luxury marque in history. With plans to introduce a unique new EV platform next year, Genesis aims to solidify its status in the premium segment. more…
SpaceX’s acquisition of xAI was structured to shield the rocket maker from xAI’s legal liabilities while eliminating any obligation to repay the AI startup’s billions in debt, as per people reportedly familiar with the transaction. The update was initially reported by Reuters. SpaceX merger structure SpaceX completed its acquisition of Read more