ion’s cathode technology. Gelion is seeking to replace the strategic minerals in current Lithium-ion battery cathodes with Gelion’s NES that are low-cost and can be dropped into existing global manufacturing lines. Gelion’s NES is made from sulfur.  TDK has fabricated two-layer lithium-metal pouch cells incorporating Gelion’s NES CAM. These cells are currently under test, with results so far revealing leading cycle-stability within the l...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/02

South Korea’s SBTL Advanced Materials to build battery pouch film plant in Daejeon, South Korea Several South Korean media sources reported that a South Korean company, SBTL Advanced Materials Co., Ltd. (SBTL Advanced Materials), will build a production site for battery pouch films in the Pyeongchon Industrial Complex in Daejeon Metropolitan City. Aiming to start the construction in the latter half of 2026, the company plans to secure more than...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/02

he existing gigafactory, with the full-scale development eventually requiring “thousands of acres.” Construction activity is already visible north of Gigafactory Texas, with ground clearing, soil reclamation, and infill operations underway, consistent with the early stages of a major foundation pour. The Terafab facility targets 2-nanometer chip production starting in 2027, with an initial capacity of 100,000 wafer starts per month and plans ...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/01

s under current government standards despite heavy- or medium-duty trucks or light vans represent approximately 16% of all roadway fatalities in the U.S. IIHS will release occupant protection ratings for cargo vans and Class 3 pickups (vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating of 10,001 to 14,000 pounds), based on whether they are equipped with things like airbags and advanced seat belts, this spring. At the same time, IIHS will be completing t...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/14

ed advanced battery technology and manufacturing company, announced the successful close of a USD 10 million seed financing round led by TSV Capital. The new capital will accelerate the company's manufacturing scale-up, commercial expansion, and continued development of high-performance lithium-ion pouch cell batteries that will power electric aviation, aerospace, drones, and emerging technologies like humanoid robotics. Located in Ann Arbor, Mic...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/11

lectrical system, enabling ultra-fast charging in about 10 minutes by 2030. It will support vehicles from B+ to D segments and different body types such as sedans, SUVs, and MPVs. The platform will use a cell-to-body battery design with 20% fewer components and support different cell types, such as pouch, prismatic, and blade cells. Vehicles could reach up to 750 km range, or 1,400 km with a range extender, while keeping emissions below 25g CO₂...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/10

limited cycle life. To address this issue, FRL has adopted an all-solid-state battery structure that uses solid electrolytes and has achieved a capacity of approximately 1,500 mAh/g while maintaining stable cycling performance. This performance was verified not only in coin-cell testing but also in pouch-type cell configurations, demonstrating the potential for practical battery applications. The research findings were published in Nature Communi...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/10

which will be held in Seoul Special City from March 11 to 13 to unveil its next-generation battery technologies. The company this time will unveil its Cell-to-Pack (CTP) technologies that heightens energy density and cost competitiveness. Specifically, it plans to exhibit four types of packs: full-pouch CTPs, large-space cooling (LSC) CTPs, pouch-integrated rectangular packs, and immersion cooling packs.  -Also, it introduces module-based and C...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/10

sides and tailgate for added versatility. The Dispatcher is also available as a cab-chassis with a bed-delete option for full customization that supports service bodies, stake bodies, and custom trade solutions. The Dispatcher combines drivability and off-road capability with a best-in-class 2,600-pound payload, more than any half-ton pickup, in a smaller, more maneuverable package. It is being marketed toward municipalities, mining operations, ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/10

Integrals Power, UK, completes cycle testing of LMFP cathode active materials On February 15, Integrals Power announced that its next-generation rich-manganese Lithium Manganese Iron Phosphate (LMFP) cathode active materials have now passed the 1,500-cycle milestone. The ongoing test, conducted by QinetiQ, has now achieved more than 1,500 charge and discharge cycles at a 1C rate, with the pouch cell retaining nearly 80% of its original capacity. ...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/24

art producing the Terra and Traveler in 2027 at its new plant in Blythewood, South Carolina, where it aims to ramp up to 100,000 units per year within three years.  Keogh said that an EREV, that reduces range anxiety by offering a gas-powered backup generator, is a compelling idea. “It has 1,000 pound-feet of torque, 150 miles of EV range and 500 miles of total range, which is more than most internal combustion engine vehicles", adding that it...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/31

Greenlane’s charging hub in Colton, California, and Phoenix, Arizona, as well as on the I-15 corridor to Las Vegas. During testing, the Windrose Global E700 achieved a 772 kW peak charging rate and nearly 400 miles of range on a single charge while carrying a near-maximum payload of around 74,000 pounds on a single charge. Based in Antwerp, Belgium, Windrose Technology is a global developer of electric long-haul trucks. Founded in 2022 by Stanf...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/21

ructural stability issues of conventional silicon anode solid-state batteries. SK On has confirmed stable operation of silicon anode solid-state batteries using PPMA under low-pressure conditions, demonstrating commercial applicability. As a result of the performance tests using high-energy-density pouch-type batteries designed to reflect electric vehicle applications, the company observed no capacity decline even after hundreds of charge and dis...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/20

evels remain similar to 2024. Commission expects EU steel prices to rise by 3.25%, but this likely underestimates the impact. In some steel categories, prices could increase by up to 30%, weakening the competitiveness of both importers and companies using EU-produced steel. The proposed “melt and pour” rule would add heavy administrative burdens, especially for SMEs. Obtaining origin data for low-value shipments would be extremely difficult. ...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/07

ARCI, India and Voltasun sign MoU to validate NVP-based sodium-ion pouch cells On December 17, 2025, the International Advanced Research Centre for Powder Metallurgy and New Materials (ARCI), an autonomous R&D centre under the Department of Science and Technology, signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Voltasun Technologies Pvt. Ltd. for industrial performance validation of sodium-ion pouch cells made from Sodium Vanadium Phosphate (NVP)...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/18

Ampere unveils rapid-developed of Renault Twingo E-Tech with LFP pouch cell pack On November 27, Ampere announced that Renault Twingo E-Tech electric is equipped with LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate) battery, marking the first model to use pouch-type cells. The design fits more cells in the same space and reduces the use of critical metals such as cobalt and nickel, supporting more sustainable EVs without losing safety or performance. With the LFP ba...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/01

, telematics, and service support. VW: Presenting the ID. Buzz to highlight its use case for commercial urban fleet operations. Fastport: The Fastport eQuad quadricycle prototype is built for last mile delivery operations, with swappable batteries, bike lane width, and engineered to carry up to 650 pounds. Following AutoMobility 2025, the LA Auto Show will be open to the public from November 21 to 30, 2025. (LA Auto Show release on November 14, ...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/18

Wrightbus, UK unveils Generation 2 Electroliner with major range and safety upgrades On November 13, Wrightbus launched the Generation 2 Electroliner, which is its most advanced and efficient battery-electric bus yet. Developed through a multi-million-pound in-house battery programme, the new Gen 2 range offers up to 375 miles of range on a single charge, upgraded thermal management with a reversible heat pump system and enhanced battery safety t...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/14

ff-road performance and superior drivability in a lightweight package. Production of the DT12-VL is planned to begin in December 2025. Compatible with the Detroit DD13 engine, the DT12-VL is available for Freightliner 114SD and Western Star 47X. The DT12-VL features include a torque rating of 1,650 pound-feet, rear PTO, 12 forward speeds, and up to four reverse speeds. The DT12-VL supports gross combination weights up to 80,000 pounds. The DT12-V...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/11

Ola Electric, India issues clarification denying alleged battery tech leak amid media reports On November 9, 2025, Ola Electric clarified to stock exchanges that media reports alleging a technology leak involving a former LG Energy Solution executive are incorrect. The company said it has no interest in the pouch-cell technology referenced in those reports and that its 4680 “Bharat Cell” uses advanced dry-electrode technology in a cylindrical...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/10