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Regulation

Trump Officials Canceled EV Charging and Battery Grants Based on 2024 Election Results, Court Filing Shows

A new court document reveals that the Trump administration allegedly withheld billions of dollars in federal grants for critical EV infrastructure projects, including EV charging and battery manufacturing facilities, from states that did not vote for Donald Trump in the 2024 election. This action, if proven, represents direct political interference in the equitable distribution of funds meant to advance electric vehicle adoption and domestic manufacturing across the country.

July 25, 2026New York Times - BusinessTrump Administration
Battery

AMADA WELD TECH Enhances Femtosecond Laser for EV Battery Manufacturing

AMADA WELD TECH has upgraded its SIGMA LS laser micromachining subsystem, which is used in EV battery production. The new version features a motorized beam delivery head and flexible mounting options, making it more adaptable for integration into automated manufacturing lines. The motorized focusing capability allows for precise, automated adjustments during the high-precision laser processes critical for EV battery components.

July 22, 2026Charged EVsAMADA WELD TECH
Battery

Industrial CT Scanning Uncovers Hidden Defects in EV Batteries and Components

As EV production ramps up, manufacturers face significant challenges in identifying critical defects within complex components like batteries, castings, and welds. Traditional inspection techniques often fall short, either missing internal flaws, requiring destructive analysis, or slowing down the production line. Industrial CT (Computed Tomography) scanning offers a non-destructive solution to detect these hidden issues efficiently.

July 2, 2026Charged EVs