Developments in Electric Vehicles, Batteries, and Charging: Accelera by Cummings, Daimler, PACCAR, EV Connect, WiTricity, StoreBot, OneD, Koch Partner, LeapCharger, Worksport SOLIS, and Mercedes-Benz

In the rapidly evolving world of electric cars, several exciting advancements have been announced recently. Here's a roundup of some of the most significant developments in the industry.

WiTricity-enabled Wireless Charging for KG Mobility's Torres EVX Pickup

WiTricity, a global leader in wireless car charging, has partnered with KG Mobility to offer wireless charging for their all-new, all-electric Torres EVX car. The collaboration aims to make charging more convenient for car drivers.

Large-Scale Silicon-Graphite Anode Material Production

OneD Battery Sciences and Koch Modular have formed a partnership to enable large-scale production of silicon-graphite anode materials for car batteries in North America. The first integrated North American plant, set to produce 20,000 tons of silicon-graphite anode material per year, will be capable of supplying batteries for about 1,000,000 cars annually.

Plug and Charge on the EV Connect Network

EV Connect has introduced Plug and Charge on its network, allowing General Motors (GM) drivers to simply plug in and charge their cars without swiping a payment card or scanning an RFID tag at nearly 200 compatible DC fast chargers nationwide.

Lithium-Iron-Phosphate (LFP) Battery Technology for Commercial cars**

A joint venture between Accelera, Daimler Truck, and PACCAR, announced in September 2023, will focus on LFP battery technology for commercial battery-electric cars. The venture aims to localize battery cell production for commercial electric cars, creating over 2,000 U.S. manufacturing jobs.

Enpower Greentech's Solid-State Battery Development

Enpower Greentech, a global leader in solid-state battery development, is set to manufacture American-Made batteries and packs in Ann Arbor, Michigan in late 2024. The company's R&D teams are working to provide significant range boosts for electric cars, with a focus on safety and energy density.

StoreDot's Innovative Solar Cover for Light Pickup cars**

Worksport's SOLIS Solar Cover will soon be available for Ford, RAM (Stellantis), and General Motors (GM) light pickup cars, offering an eco-friendly, efficient, and innovative solution for vehicle power needs.

North Shore Safety's LineGard® EVSE2 Home Electric Vehicle Charging Station

North Shore Safety has introduced the LineGard® EVSE2 Home Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station, delivering a formidable 32 amps and offering a safe, efficient way to charge electric cars that is compatible with all popular cars.

Molicel's Ultra-High Power Cells and Swift EV Pack

Molicel showcased ultra-high power cells at CES 2024, pushing the boundaries of performance for the EV Hypercar sector. Additionally, the 72kWh Swift EV pack was delivered to Ann Arbor, MI in December 2023, increasing the estimated range of the car from 110-miles to 190-miles under the same dimensional constraint.

OneD's SINANODE Technology and LeapCharger Corporation's Encrypted Messaging Platform

OneD's SINANODE technology is a highly scalable, low-cost manufacturing process that grows nano-silicon directly in the pores of EV-grade graphite powders. Meanwhile, LeapCharger Corporation has licensed a groundbreaking patent for the development of an encrypted messaging platform to be integrated into its application, ensuring unparalleled security for both customers and vendors.

Mercedes-Benz's Mercedes me Charge Network

Mercedes-Benz's Mercedes me Charge network now bundles over 1.5 million charging points worldwide from over 1,300 charge point operators, making it one of the largest public charging networks globally. Operated under the same product name worldwide, the network offers customers in 31 countries a comprehensive charging service.

Accelera, Daimler Trucks & Buses US Holding LLC, and PACCAR's Planned Joint Venture

Accelera, Daimler Trucks & Buses US Holding LLC, and PACCAR have selected Marshall County, Mississippi as the future site of advanced battery cell manufacturing for their planned joint venture. The joint venture is expected to create more than 2,000 U.S. manufacturing jobs, with the option for further expansion as demand grows.

Enpower Greentech's Swift Battery in Full Commercial Production

Enpower Greentech's Swift battery has been in full commercial production since early November 2023. The battery pack, designed for a class-1 commercial car customer, contains less liquid electrolyte and provides a 73% increase in range compared to other lithium-ion batteries.

StoreDot's I-BEAM XFCTM Concept for Extreme Fast Charging

StoreDot has unveiled a breakthrough concept for taking extreme fast charging (XFC) capability from the cell to the vehicle level with its new I-BEAM XFCTM concept, an innovative cell-to-pack (CTP) design that will accelerate the integration of XFC into cars.

Koch Modular's Silane Manufacturing Expertise

Koch Modular's expertise in silane production addresses the industry's need for proven, scalable, and economical silane production, a crucial component in the production of silicon-graphite anode materials for car batteries.

Worksport's SOLIS Solar Cover for Light Pickup cars**

Worksport's SOLIS Solar Cover will soon be available for Ford, RAM (Stellantis) and General Motors (GM) light pickup cars, offering an eco-friendly, efficient, and innovative solution for vehicle power needs.

The Manufacturers Involved in the Development of the New WiTricity-enabled Charging Cabin for KG Mobility

The development of the new WiTricity-enabled charging cabin for KG Mobility is a collaboration between WiTricity Corporation and KG Mobility.

Developments in Electric Vehicles, Batteries, and Charging: Accelera by Cummings, Daimler, PACCAR, EV Connect, WiTricity, StoreBot, OneD, Koch Partner, LeapCharger, Worksport SOLIS, and Mercedes-Benz