The European Defence Agency (EDA) has launched a new research project to monitor and predict the health of batteries in aircraft, known as Prognostic Health Management (PHM). The project is known as BATTAGE, combining “batt” from batteries, and “age,” referring to battery lifespan. Led by Italy and involving Belgium, Greece, Read more
The race to develop high-quality, reliable battery and EV technology is more intense than ever. To stay ahead, manufacturers need purpose built testing solutions that ensure performance, safety, and compliance. Join this session at next week’s Virtual Conference on EV Engineering, presented by Chroma, where we will will illustrate how Read more
The Tesla Model 3, once the most popular EV in the critical Chinese EV market, has been quickly surpassed by the Xiaomi SU7, and now they are going after Tesla’s Model Y. Is the mystical prophecy of the “Tesla killer” finally coming true? more…
Hyundai’s first three-row fully electric SUV is finally almost here. The “game-changing” IONIQ 9 can drive further, charge faster, has more than enough interior space, and much more. After launching in its home market, Hyundai looks to shake up the SUV market in the US and Europe. more…
Who are we to judge the needs of folks who have $133K burning a hole in their pocket? Certainly, a longer Escalade IQL is better as a huge electric vehicle rather than a gas version? Well, here we are… more…
President Trump’s tariffs could deal a devastating blow to the auto industry. A new legislation aims to soften the impact of that.
United States President Donald Trump’s 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico are threatening Detroit’s automakers, with Barclays analysts warning of a potential profit hit for Ford, GM, and Stellantis. Tesla will likely be safe from the adverse effects of Trump’s tariffs, however, as the company produces its vehicles Read more
Foxconn plans to continue construction on its nearly $900 million AI plant in Mexico, undeterred by U.S. President Trump’s tariffs. Foxconn–a.k.a Hon Hai Precision Industry Co.–plans to build the world’s largest assembly plant for servers in El Salto, Jalisco. The servers will be powered by Nvidia Corp’s GB200 AI chips. Read more
Goldman Sachs slightly cut its 12-month price target for Tesla from $345 to $320, citing weaker-than-expected vehicle deliveries in key regions and demand challenges. “We lower our below consensus delivery estimates for Tesla, reflecting the quarter-to-date data for key regions (i.e., China, Europe, and the US), as well as what Read more
Tesla’s (TSLA) sales crash continues in Europe, with more countries reporting February numbers, including Germany, down 70%. more…