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Download the guide to driving fuel cell advancement with programmable power solutions

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Download the guide to driving fuel cell advancement with programmable power solutions
Download the guide to driving fuel cell advancement with programmable power solutions

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LiFe-Younger unveils iTrailer MAX megawatt-level mobile charging system

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LiFe-Younger unveils iTrailer MAX megawatt-level mobile charging system
LiFe-Younger unveils iTrailer MAX megawatt-level mobile charging system

China-based energy storage firm LiFe-Younger has launched its iTrailer MAX, a megawatt-level mobile charging system for industrial vehicles and equipment.

The iTrailer MAX integrates high power output, energy storage, flexible deployment and off-grid capability for rapid deployment and efficient charging, according to the company.

It uses the Megawatt Charging System (MCS) interface, offering a maximum output power of 1.5 MW. It features a built-in lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery system, which has a capacity of 300 kWh and can support frequent charge-discharge cycles over a lifespan of more than 5,000 cycles for off-grid operation. The unit is equipped with an 800 kW, liquid-cooled DC system for stable performance when managing high loads.

An optional second CCS1 or CCS2 connector allows flexible charging for various industrial vehicles to reduce charging time and enables bidirectional energy flow.

The trailer’s modular architecture supports customization and multi-interface output, and its plug-and-play deployment capabilities enable its use in a variety of work sites.

The unit has an overall protection rating of IP54 and the battery system is rated at IP67, offering robust resistance to water, dust and shock to provide stable performance in outdoor environments that have high humidity, dust or temperature extremes.

The iTrailer MAX can be deployed as a mobile energy node at logistics hubs, transfer stations or highway service areas to reduce charging wait times and improve fleet efficiency. In environments with limited grid access or frequent relocation, such as mines and construction sites, it offers an alternative to traditional diesel generators.

Source: LiFe-Younger

Coherent adds flexible WELD1D+ processing head for EV and battery manufacturing

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Coherent adds flexible WELD1D+ processing head for EV and battery manufacturing
Coherent adds flexible WELD1D+ processing head for EV and battery manufacturing

US-based photonic supplier Coherent has launched the WELD1D+, a next-generation laser welding processing head with integrated application programming interface (API) control.

The WELD1D+ supports a range of applications across industries that require high-productivity welding solutions, including automotive, electric vehicle, consumer electronics and heavy industrial manufacturing markets. It is designed to give manufacturers greater flexibility and reduce the need for multiple dedicated tools.

The processing head integrates with the full Coherent fiber laser portfolio, from the brand-new EDGE and AIM series to the high-performance ARM ring-mode lasers, ensuring scalability as production requirements grow.

Coherent’s software-driven process control helps customers gain higher throughput, reduced downtime, and improved yield. The software-controlled adaptability expands the range of applications addressable by a single processing head, according to the company.

“The WELD1D+ delivers a step-change in manufacturing efficiency by enabling real-time adjustment of beam parameters during the welding process,” said Martin Seifert, Vice President, High-Power Fiber Laser Business Unit at Coherent. “This level of flexibility for lasers up to 10 kW positions Coherent to capture growth in key markets such as electric vehicles and battery manufacturing.”

Source: Coherent

Wasaline chooses Wärtsilä for marine battery hybrid system project

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Wasaline chooses Wärtsilä for marine battery hybrid system project
Wasaline chooses Wärtsilä for marine battery hybrid system project

Finnish energy and marine equipment manufacturer Wärtsilä has been selected as the electrical integrator for a battery extension project for the Wasaline ROPAX ferry Aurora Botnia, which operates between Vaasa, Finland and Umeå, Sweden.

The Aurora Botnia ferry, which is operated by Wasaline, is equipped with dual-fuel engines and batteries. It uses biogas and batteries for propulsion. The project will increase the ship’s battery capacity by 10.4 MWh, from 2.2 MWh to 12.6 MWh.

Wärtsilä will lead the integration project. It will also deliver the energy management system, upgrade the power drives and perform the control system integration. The system is scheduled to be commissioned in early 2026.

The Aurora Botnia is acting as a floating test lab linked to Wärtsilä’s Sustainable Technology Hub. It allows further development of hybrid technologies to optimize fuel efficiency and minimize exhaust emissions.

The Aurora Botnia, which entered service in 2021, operates with a range of integrated Wärtsilä solutions, including four highly efficient Wärtsilä 31DF engines. The ultra-low-emissions version of the engine has helped the ferry to significantly reduce methane emissions.

Source: Wärtsilä

Stellantis begins road testing of IBIS battery-integrated electric system

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Stellantis has begun real-world road testing of a prototype Peugeot E-3008 equipped with an Intelligent Battery Integrated System (IBIS), which embeds inverter and charger functions directly into the battery pack. The […]

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ZM Trucks opens US headquarters and assembly plant in California

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ZM Trucks opens US headquarters and assembly plant in California
ZM Trucks opens US headquarters and assembly plant in California

Commercial EV manufacturer ZM Trucks has opened its US headquarters and assembly facility in Fontana, California and debuted its ZM8 commercial truck in the US.

The new facility, located 49 miles from downtown Los Angeles, spans 9.67 acres and includes a 210,000-square-foot factory floor. The company has also relocated its regional headquarters.

The opening follows the unveiling of the company’s electric T75 terminal tractor, which is designed to meet the needs of logistics and port operations. ZM Trucks has announced several strategic partnerships, including with Merlin Group and FleetNet.

“Despite policy uncertainty, we’re charging ahead,” said Joost de Vries, Global CEO of ZM Trucks. “Our investment in Fontana demonstrates that commercial EVs are not just viable, they’re a superior solution for urban truck operators, delivering lower costs, higher performance, and a smarter path toward total cost of ownership.”

Source: ZM Trucks

Bosch fuel cell developers in the running for German innovation prize

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Three Bosch engineers have been nominated for Germany’s prestigious Deutscher Zukunftspreis 2025 for developing a fuel cell power module that could transform long-haul trucking. Christoffer Uhr, Kai Weeber, and Pierre […]

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Tesla Model Y Could Get Nearly 450 Miles of Range With Panasonic’s New Battery Tech

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The Tesla Model Y just got a slick refresh this year with the “Juniper” update. It looks sharper, drives better, and has improved suspension. But the biggest upgrade might still be a couple of years away. If Panasonic delivers on its new battery tech, the Model Y could see a range boost that puts it in an entirely new class.

Panasonic Energy, Tesla’s main high-voltage battery supplier, revealed it’s developing a new type of cell that could raise energy density to record levels. The key is an anode-free design. Instead of relying on graphite, which adds bulk and cost while tying supply chains to China, Panasonic wants to ditch it completely. That frees up space for more active materials like nickel, manganese, and cobalt. The result could be lighter, smaller, and cheaper packs that store more energy.

Here’s where it gets interesting. The rear-wheel-drive Model Y currently offers about 357 miles of EPA range. With anode-free cells, Panasonic says that figure could jump by almost 90 miles, putting the crossover just under 450 miles on a single charge.

“We are working toward world-leading battery capacity by the end of 2027,” Panasonic Energy stated, according to Reuters.

That kind of range would put Tesla’s best-seller shoulder to shoulder with heavyweights like the Lucid Gravity and GM’s electric trucks, which rely on massive 200+ kWh battery packs. The difference is the Model Y could deliver similar range with a smaller, more efficient pack.

Panasonic isn’t alone in chasing this breakthrough. QuantumScape is working on similar chemistry with Volkswagen. Michigan-based Our Next Energy has tested dual-chemistry packs that once promised 600 miles in a BMW iX prototype. Still, if Panasonic brings this to mass production by 2027 as promised, Tesla could be one of the first to scale it.

There’s another angle too. Instead of only chasing higher range, Panasonic hinted that anode-free tech could be used to build smaller, cheaper packs while keeping today’s range numbers. That would cut cost and weight, helping Tesla stay competitive as rivals prepare new models like the revamped Nissan Leaf, next-gen Chevy Bolt, and Rivian’s R2 SUV.

Tesla might be talking a lot about AI and robotics these days, but its cars remain the backbone of the business. Giving its most popular model nearly 450 miles of real-world range would be a straightforward way to remind buyers why Tesla is still the benchmark.

 

Source: Reuters