Category: Industry News

Redox flow battery makes inroads

Li-ion batteries are dominating the stationary energy storage sector, but a growing number of companies are developing different types of technologies to be competitive. The Redox Flow Battery (RFB) system is one of the main competitors approaching the market, says IDTechEx which did an in-depth analysis about them. …

Future focus for AADA 2021 Convention and Expo

The AADA 2021 Convention and Expo will return to an on-site event at the Brisbane Exhibition and Convention Centre on September 14 and 15. Host of Insiders on ABC TV David Speers will compere AADA 2021 Future Focused which aims to provide industry perspective on policy and advocacy …

Bentley studying recycled rare-earth EV motors

Bentley Motors will do a three-year research study that aims to revolutionise the sustainability of electric motors. “As we accelerate our journey to electrification, offering only hybrid or electric vehicles by 2026, and full electric by 2030, it is important that we focus on every aspect of vehicle …

March dealership arrival for MG HS Plug-in Hybrid

MG Motor Australia has confirmed that its HS Plug-in Hybrid SUV will reach dealerships nationwide in March. The marque says the MG HS Plug-In Hybrid has a top speed of 190km/h and achieves 0-100km in 6.9 seconds. The combined output of the electric motor and turbo engine combined provides …

Renault going hydrogen for LCVs

Groupe Renault and global sustainable mobility tech provider Faurecia will collaborate on hydrogen storage systems for hydrogen light commercial vehicles (LCVs).  From the end of this year, Faurecia will supply hydrogen storage systems from its global centre of expertise in Bavans, France, for a first LCV fleet. As …

Clean200 leaves dirty energy in dust

EV manufacturers and green energy are included in Carbon Clean 200 publicly traded companies leading the way among global peers to a clean energy future. They include Tesla, Schneider Electric, Siemens AG, and Alphabet in a seventh update of the Clean200 by As You Sow and Corporate Knights. …

Australian made e-bus approved for NSW

BusTech Group’s electric bus has been announced as the first panel #3 approved Australian vehicle for New South Wales. Its ZDi electric bus has been designed, engineered and built in Australia to accelerate the future of clean, efficient and emission-free transport solutions for NSW and Australia. “Our admission …

Eaton takes on EV challenges

Power management company Eaton’s Vehicle Group is developing gearing solutions for electrified vehicles. Leveraging its expertise in producing transmissions and contract manufactured gear-sets for passenger and commercial vehicles, the Vehicle Group aims to be a leader in the global design, development and supply of EV reduction gearing. The …

Europe’s e-motorcycle market accelerates

Europe’s electric motorcycle market is expected to grow at least 50% year-on-year through the 2020s. That’s according to IDTechEx which says the e-motorcycle surge mirrors EVs. This is driven by continued policy support from governments alongside start-ups and incumbent OEMs entering the market with new model releases, its …

Tesla releases latest inventory

Telsa has released its latest inventory for searches by price, model and trim for “accelerated delivery” and to request a trade-in quote if necessary. “Explore every available Model 3 in a variety of colours and configurations and take delivery now,” the Tesla inventory says of the 2021 range. …