Headlines and links from all the news, including things we didn’t cover in depth here on EVmeme.com this past week. Follow the links for more on each.
Polestar, StoreDot Successfully Test Extreme Fast Charging
Polestar and StoreDot have successfully demonstrated Extreme Fast Charging technology in the Polestar 5 prototype, charging the car from 10 – 80 percent in 10 minutes. Charge rates ranged from 310 kW to 370 kW.
Daimler Truck Expands EV Use for Logistics
Daimler Truck North America is expanding its use of electric trucks for logistics operations across multiple business units and regions. The company is beginning to use Freightliner eCascadia battery-electric semi-trucks in North Carolina, South Carolina, Arizona, Ohio, Michigan, and Saltillo, Mexico.
Anson, LG Energy Sign Binding Lithium Carbonate Supply Agreement
Anson Resources and LG Energy Solution have signed a binding agreement for battery-grade lithium carbonate. The agreement will have Anson supplying the resource from its Paradox Basin, Utah project via Anson’s subsidiary, A1 Lithium.
Sakuu Dry-Printed Cypress Li-Metal Batteries Achieve 1,000 Cycles
Sakuu has manufactured high-energy, high-power Li-Metal Cypress battery cells in a fully dry manufacturing process. The cells have completed 1,000 cycle testing with positive results.
Natron Begins Commercial-Scale Operations in Michigan
Natron Energy has started commercial-scale operations at its sodium-ion battery manufacturing facility in Holland, Michigan. This is the first commercial-scale sodium-ion production in the U.S.
Electrify America Aiming to Expand Network to 5,000 Chargers By Year End
Electrify America has experienced significant growth over the past year and expects to expand from its current 4,000 chargers to 5,000 by the end of 2024. Not including upgrades to legacy chargers to new standards, which has already begun.
FuelCell, Toyota Celebrate Launch of Tri-gen Production System in Long Beach
FuelCell Energy and Toyota Motor North America are celebrating the grand opening of a first-of-its-kind Tri-gen system at the Port of Long Beach. The hydrogen-power-water production facility uses fully renewable sources.
Volkswagen Upgrades New ID.3 With Augmented Reality Head-Up
Volkswagen has added a new augmented-reality head-up display in the new ID.3 electric car. Alongside a new Wellness App. Power output for the new Pro S model goes up to 170 kW (peak) and battery size is now 77 kWh.
Hyundai Marks Official Launch of NorCAL ZERO Project
Hyundai Motor Company has officially launched its NorCAL ZERO Project to bring zero emissions freight transportation to the San Francisco Bay area and California’s Central Valley.
Aaron is an automotive journalist living in Wyoming, USA. His background includes technology, mechanics, commercial vehicles, and new vehicle evaluations. Aaron is a member of several automotive media groups and writes for many well-known publications.