On July 12, SABIC announced a new series of LNP THERMOCOMP compounds well suited for high-power, high-voltage electric drive and power module applications. New LNP THERMOCOMP OFM76XXP and OFM76EXP compounds are based on polyphenylene sulfide (PPS) resin.
They also feature high heat resistance, dielectric strength for
On July 1, Vienna University of Technology (TU Wien) announced that its new eMOTION Lab combines research, industry and education, creating state-of-the-art testing infrastructure for future mobility solutions. The testing laboratory can now be used by industrial companies, research institutions, and university partn
Cambridge GaN Devices (CGD) and NXP Semiconductors N.V. (NXP) have reached a long-term collaboration to develop GaN (Gallium Nitride)-based power conversion solutions for automotive, industrial, and data center applications.
The companies aim to accelerate GaN adoption across these high-growth markets. It will enable
On June 11, IAV and Nexperia presented the “ONE Inverter” concept. It combines Nexperia’s GaN and SiC technologies with IAV’s expertise in software-defined systems and battery engineering to explore a new generation of high-voltage architectures for electric mobility. A laboratory demonstrator has validated the ONE I
Hirschvogel Group has secured a contract to supply its Flex Cooling Power Module, an innovative heat sink concept, for Renault’s “Power Electronic Box” project, a new generation of traction inverters.
The award marks Hirschvogel’s entry into a new business area: heat sinks for traction inverters used in battery-elect
On June 10, NOVOSENSE Microelectronics announced that it had presented IC products for traction inverters, OBCs and DC-DC converters at PCIM Europe 2026 in Nuremberg, Germany. It has presented NSI6911F, an ASIL D isolated gate driver designed for SiC and IGBT power stages, featuring high CMTI, 19 A peak drive capabil
On June 9, Skyworks Solutions, Inc. unveiled its new Si829x isolated safety gate driver for electric vehicle (EV) traction inverters at PCIM 2026. Developed according to ISO 26262 functional safety standards, the Si829x is suitable for use in functional safety systems rated up to ASIL D, delivering the robustness req
On June 5, CARIAD announced that it has developed scalable software for a pulse inverter, which VW Group is using for the first time in its Electric Urban Car Family models.
The inverter changes DC power into AC in real time, depending on how much power is required and what the system can safely provide. The process
On June 4, Cambridge GaN Devices (CGD) announced that it has developed a 650V GaN IC for automotive applications. ICeGaN helps designers realise smaller, lighter inverters that help extend EV range. The ICeGaN interface balances the operation of multiple devices without the need to select devices with similar perform
ZF Friedrichshafen AG (ZF) has decided to continue manufacturing and developing electric motors and inverters in-house, following a special "make or buy" audit conducted as part of the restructuring of its Electrified Drive Technologies (E) division.
Electric motors and inverters are key components for electromobilit
On May 11, Melexis announced that it will showcase its latest technologies for ePowertrain and power electronics at PCIM 2026 from June 9-11, 2026. Melexis will demonstrate position-sensing technologies that support accurate feedback in electrified motion systems. The stand will include rotor position sensing, an ind
On April 17, 2026, Valeo Group (Valeo) officially opened new 400V and 800V high-voltage production lines at its Etaples plant in France, marking the site as its national center for high-voltage inverter assembly, key components of electric powertrain.
The plant has secured the first contracts, with production schedul
On February 18, Piaxo announced the launch of a Timișoara R&D center in a strategic partnership with Clarios. Piaxo provides Software Engineering Services to several industries, including automotive. The company will recruit 120 engineers for this center. The scope encompasses software, hardware, systems, testing, q
United Automotive Electronic Systems Co., Ltd. (UAES) achieved mass production of a next-generation dual-inverter controller platform. With a TPAK power module-based modular architecture, the platform offers flexible power configurations. Modular customization: The TPAK packaging technology enables adaptability to va
On December 16, Donut Lab and WATT Electric Vehicle Company (WATT) announced a partnership. It combines WATT’s ‘module-to-chassis’ integrated battery platform with Donut Lab’s in-wheel motors and inverters. The two companies will show a functional prototype skateboard platform at CES 2026.
WATT’s PACES (Passenger and
Fuji Electric Co., Ltd. (Fuji Electric) announced an agreement with Robert Bosch GmbH (Bosch) to collaborate on SiC (silicon carbide) power semiconductor modules for electric vehicles (EVs) that feature package compatibility.
Both companies will develop SiC power semiconductor modules with mechanical compatibility in
The Japan Mobility Show (JMS) was held from October 29, 2025. During the show, MarkLines conducted exclusive interviews with several companies. We interviewed four employees working at Toyota Industries Corporation.
Q1. Have you made any improvements to the bipolar nickel-metal hydride battery that you also exhibited
On December 9, ZF announced that it will provide its advanced eRE+ range extender technology to Chinese automaker Leapmotor for the premium SUV D19 starting in 2026. The Leapmotor D19 is the first to use ZF's advanced range extender technology. eRE+ is based on an electric motor with an integrated inverter, matching
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