7 stories tagged ev-tech on EV Digest.
Indian EV powertrain startup Ferrstron Powertrains has begun on-road testing of a prototype 150 kW motor inside a 2.3-ton utility vehicle. The unit produces 400 Nm of torque and relies entirely on ferrite magnets rather than rare-earth elements. The company aims to offer a cost-effective, supply-chain-resilient drive unit for commercial and passenger electric vehicles.
Peugeot has unveiled an electric concept car, reviving its RCZ sports coupe nameplate, which features cutting-edge solid-state battery technology. This innovative powertrain also incorporates a 1,000-volt architecture, enabling an ultra-fast 10-80% charge time in just ten minutes. While currently a concept, it previews the brand's potential future performance EV direction.
Chinese EV manufacturer Xpeng states it can rapidly tailor its advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) for European roads and regulations. This capability positions the company to expand its competitive edge in the highly automated driving space as it pushes further into the continent.
Honda has reportedly commenced pilot production of all-solid-state batteries, signaling a significant step towards their eventual integration into electric vehicles. This move comes as the automotive industry keenly watches for breakthroughs in battery technology that could offer improved range, faster charging, and enhanced safety for the next generation of EVs.
Ford is reportedly shifting away from Google's Android Automotive OS in its next generation of electric vehicles, opting instead to integrate native Apple Maps. This move aims to provide improved navigation, including more intelligent charging station routing, and enhance the functionalities of its BlueCruise hands-free driving system.
In a recent interview, Nvidia's head of automotive, Xinzhou Wu, shed light on the intense demand for AI computing power directly impacting the development of advanced electric vehicles. Wu highlighted the ongoing struggle to secure sufficient chips even within Nvidia, emphasizing the critical role these components play in enabling sophisticated autonomous driving and in-car AI features for the next generation of EVs.
As electric vehicle battery systems advance with higher voltages and greater energy density, ensuring safety during critical fault events like short circuits or crashes becomes increasingly complex. New active and passive isolation strategies are emerging to address these challenges, crucial for preventing escalating risks within milliseconds.
