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As the number of EVs on the road continues to rise, EV charging station providers often struggle to keep up. High upfront site ready costs, existing infrastructure limitations and inflexible, hardwired, electrical infrastructure pose significant problems for installers. The need for flexible, versatile and scalable charging station infrastructure is critical. Choosing the right power distribution solution is a vital decision that depends on the specific circumstances of each installation. Overhead busway systems address current and future issues by eliminating the need for trenching and simplifying the installation of EV chargers. Furthermore, busways are uniquely equipped to quickly scale when additional electrical access is needed.

In this webinar you will learn:

• How traditional hard wired methods of power distribution compare to busways
• How to implement power distribution that delivers scalability and flexibility to EVSE infrastructure
• How busway systems simplify the process, reducing installation time and cost
• Real application use case of busway in a public parking garage retrofit

This webinar will be hosted by CHARGED on Tuesday, November 12th, at 11 am US EDT.

Register now, it’s free!

Japanese automaker Suzuki has unveiled its first mass-production battery electric vehicle model, the e VITARA, in Milan, Italy. Production will commence at Suzuki Motor Gujarat in India in spring 2025,with sales expected to begin in various countries, including Europe,India, and Japan, around summer 2025. The e VITARA is based on the concept model eVX,which was […]

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Swiss public transport operator Postauto is going electric and wants to add electric buses to its fleet in Bern. There is just one problem: They are too high for the bus terminal there.

A machine learning model predicts that five to 19 million tons of lithium reserves are beneath southwestern Arkansas. This amount of lithium can meet the projected 2030 world demand for lithium in car batteries nine times over.

The electric vehicle (EV) industry has seen rapid advancements, and Tesla continues to lead the way with innovative solutions. The latest push? A move to standardize a 48-volt electrical architecture across its lineup, starting with the groundbreaking Cybertruck. Here’s what this means for the future of EVs and why it matters for car enthusiasts and the industry alike.

Why 48-Volt Architecture Is a Game-Changer

Traditional cars have long used 12-volt electrical systems, but Tesla believes the 48-volt system is the “optimal long-term choice.” Here’s why:

• Greater Efficiency: The 48-volt system delivers the same power using just one-quarter of the current compared to 12-volt systems. This means more efficient power delivery, which is essential as cars incorporate more tech and autonomous-driving features.

• Simplified Design: Tesla’s Low-Voltage Connector Standard (LVCS) reduces the number of electrical connectors in vehicles from over 200 different types to just six. This streamlining makes manufacturing simpler, cuts costs, and supports automation.

• Enhanced Reliability: With features like single wire sealing and independent secondary locking, the 48-volt architecture ensures safer and more reliable connections, which is critical for advanced systems, including those needed for autonomous driving.

A Move Towards Industry-Wide Standardization

Tesla isn’t stopping with its own vehicles. Much like how it successfully encouraged other automakers to adopt its North American Charging Standard (NACS) in 2022, Tesla is inviting other car manufacturers and suppliers to adopt the 48-volt LVCS. This could lead to standardized components across brands, reducing costs and simplifying production for the entire industry.

Building on Proven Technology

While the 48-volt system is innovative, it’s not entirely new. Mild hybrid cars have used similar technology for over a decade, but only as part of a combination with traditional 12-volt systems. Tesla’s approach is unique because it’s going all-in on 48 volts, aiming for more reliable and streamlined systems without the costly dual architecture.

What’s Next?

Tesla’s efforts with the LVCS and 48-volt architecture mark a significant step toward simplifying EV design and boosting efficiency. If other automakers follow Tesla’s lead, we could see a new industry standard that benefits both manufacturers and consumers.

For EV enthusiasts, this push means more reliable vehicles, potentially lower prices in the future, and smoother tech integration in new models. It’s an exciting time for anyone passionate about the shift to sustainable and smarter electric driving.

Nio wants to launch its first hybrid model in 2026 and only sell it in foreign markets, including the Middle East, North Africa and Europe. It will be an electric model with range extender (EREV) for the Nio brand Firefly.

A team of researchers at the University of Kassel, Germany, is working with Daimler Truck AG to develop a system that can be used to install electric drives for electric cars in commercial vehicles. A two-speed gearbox plays an important role.

For years I’ve followed progress of the STREEK cargo trike, a fascinating-looking electric cargo carrier from Japan. This utility-focused electric bike relies on a tilting-frame design with a rare tadpole trike setup, which is a more stable design that we rarely see in the electric trike market. And now this uniquely Japanese creation is making the long journey across the Pacific to the US, thanks in part of to the e-bike brand Vvolt.

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BYD went on a hiring spree over the past few months as sales and profits reached new levels. With momentum building, China’s EV leader is drastically ramping up production and expanding its workforce to meet the higher demand.

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