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Official Yamaha Introduces 350 kW Electric Motors For OEMs

Yamaha Introduces 350 kW Electric Motors For OEMs

It's ready for multiple-motor applications and 800 V battery systems.
By Mark Kane 13 April 2021
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Official Proterra To Supply Batteries For Volta Zero Electric Truck

Proterra To Supply Batteries For Volta Zero Electric Truck

Meritor will supply the drive units (electric motor, transmission, and rear axle).
By Mark Kane 17 February 2021
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Official BorgWarner Announces 800-Volt Electric Motor For Commercial Vehicles

BorgWarner Announces 800-Volt Electric Motor For Commercial Vehicles

The new High Voltage Hairpin (HVH) 320 motor will offer over 400 kW of power and peak efficiency of 97%!
By Mark Kane 13 February 2021
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Official LG Electronics And Magna Announce e-Powertrain Joint Venture

LG Electronics And Magna Announce e-Powertrain Joint Venture

LG Electronics and Magna join forces to compete for comprehensive and bigger orders from global manufacturers.
By Mark Kane 23 December 2020
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Range / Efficiency Tesla Model 3's IPM-SynRM Electric Motor Explained

Tesla Model 3's IPM-SynRM Electric Motor Explained

The use of Internal Permanent Magnet Synchronous Reluctance Motor improves efficiency by a few percent compared to an induction motor.
By Mark Kane 22 December 2020
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Manufacturing / Production Volvo Cars To Produce Electric Motors In Sweden

Volvo Cars To Produce Electric Motors In Sweden

The company is fully committed to in-house development and in-house production.
By Mark Kane 09 December 2020
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Range / Efficiency Is The Physical Motor Disconnector The Future Of AWD Electric Cars?

Is The Physical Motor Disconnector The Future Of AWD Electric Cars?

It might increase the efficiency and range a little bit.
By Mark Kane 04 December 2020
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Manufacturing / Production Marelli To Produce EV Drivetrains In Germany

Marelli To Produce EV Drivetrains In Germany

Marelli expands its manufacturing footprint and capacities in the EV segment.
By Mark Kane 29 November 2020
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Rumors Rumor: Nidec To Build EV Motor Plant In Serbia

Rumor: Nidec To Build EV Motor Plant In Serbia

Serbia may emerge as a significant hub of electric motor production for EVs in Europe.
By Mark Kane 07 November 2020
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Official Volvo Bets On In-House Electric Motor Development

Volvo Bets On In-House Electric Motor Development

With mass electrification near, the company does not want to rely on suppliers.
By Mark Kane 03 November 2020
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Manufacturing / Production Dana To Open e-Drive Plant In India

Dana To Open e-Drive Plant In India

Dana is expanding its Dana TM4 electric drive unit production capacity - gearing up for mass electrification?
By Mark Kane 13 September 2020
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Manufacturing / Production Hitachi To Produce Electric Vehicle Motors In Kentucky

Hitachi To Produce Electric Vehicle Motors In Kentucky

We don't know yet which EVs will be equipped with the locally made traction motors from Kentucky though.
By Mark Kane 09 September 2020
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China Dongfeng To Use Vitesco's EMR3 Fully Integrated Electric Axle Drive

Dongfeng To Use Vitesco's EMR3 Fully Integrated Electric Axle Drive

Dongfeng is the third OEM after PSA Group and Hyundai to use Vitesco EMR3.
By Mark Kane 31 August 2020
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Industry Outlook A Quarter Of NdFeB Magnet Production Will Be Used In EVs By 2030

A Quarter Of NdFeB Magnet Production Will Be Used In EVs By 2030

Demand and prices of NdFeB magnets to go up significantly and shortages are expected.
By Mark Kane 18 August 2020
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General Ford Mustang Mach-E To Use BorgWarner's Integrated Drive Module

Ford Mustang Mach-E To Use BorgWarner's Integrated Drive Module

Electric motors and power electronics comes from other suppliers though.
By Mark Kane 07 August 2020
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Corporate / Financial ZF Strengthens Electrified Driveline Branch To Focus On BEVs/PHEVs

ZF Strengthens Electrified Driveline Branch To Focus On BEVs/PHEVs

In the future the company will no longer develop components for internal combustion engines.
By Mark Kane 31 July 2020
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Manufacturing / Production BMW Opens Competence Centre For E-Drive Production For 500,000 EVs

BMW Opens Competence Centre For E-Drive Production For 500,000 EVs

BMW bets on in-house production of high-voltage batteries and electric motors in Dingolfing.
By Mark Kane 03 July 2020
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General Exro Technologies To Improve EV Motors With 'Electromagnetic Gearbox'

Exro Technologies To Improve EV Motors With 'Electromagnetic Gearbox'

Through controling individual coils in the stator you can virtually change the stator winding configuration and motor characteristics.
By Mark Kane 25 June 2020
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Aircraft World’s Largest Commercial Electric Aircraft Completes Maiden Flight

World’s Largest Commercial Electric Aircraft Completes Maiden Flight

Meet the eCaravan - an all-electric Cessna 208B Grand Caravan.
By Mark Kane 04 June 2020
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General Swindon Powertrain Introduces EV ‘Crate’ For Conversions

Swindon Powertrain Introduces EV ‘Crate’ For Conversions

Niche vehicle manufacturers, EV conversion companies and enthusiasts have a new option to consider.
By Mark Kane 30 May 2020
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General Here's A Quick Look At The Nidec Electric Motors For xEVs: Video

Here's A Quick Look At The Nidec Electric Motors For xEVs: Video

Nidec is preparing to produce 10 million traction motors by 2030.
By Mark Kane 26 May 2020
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General Volvo Limits Speed To 180 Km/h: Side Effect Is Positive For EVs

Volvo Limits Speed To 180 Km/h: Side Effect Is Positive For EVs

It might positively affect EVs if other brands will follow.
By Mark Kane 25 May 2020
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General Lordstown Motors Teams Up With In-Wheel Motor Specialist Elaphe

Lordstown Motors Teams Up With In-Wheel Motor Specialist Elaphe

Elaphe's L-1500 Endurance in-wheel motors will be produced by Lordstown Motors in Ohio.
By Mark Kane 12 May 2020
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General Equipmake Teams With HiETA To Create World’s Most Power Dense Motor

Equipmake Teams With HiETA To Create World’s Most Power Dense Motor

At more than 20 kW per kg, the electric motor for a typical car will weigh less than 10 kg.
By Mark Kane 04 March 2020
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