Tag Archives: e-mobility

Oppanol N PLUS Expands BASF’s Battery Materials Offering with Narrow Specifications and Improved Process Reliability

(IN BRIEF) BASF has launched Oppanol® N PLUS, a new high-performance binder designed for next-generation electric vehicle batteries, including solid-state battery technologies. Based on BASF’s proven polyisobutene technology, the material is engineered for use in cathodes, anodes or electrolytes, where … Read the full press release

New MAN service and sales hub near Lisbon highlights company’s push toward electrified transport infrastructure

(IN BRIEF) MAN Truck & Bus has launched construction of a new sales and service branch in Castanheira do Ribatejo, Portugal, marking one of the first major milestones in the company’s €300 million European service expansion programme. The new facility … Read the full press release

Schaeffler Showcases Integrated BEV and Hybrid Powertrain Innovations Ahead of 2026 Automotive Symposium in Bühl

(IN BRIEF) Schaeffler is strengthening its role in the transition to electrified mobility by offering a broad and flexible portfolio of powertrain technologies covering battery electric, hybrid, and range extender vehicles. At the 13th Schaeffler Automotive Symposium in Bühl, the … Read the full press release

ZF Advances Commercial Vehicle Electrification with TraXon 2 Hybrid Offering Strong CO2 Reduction and Cost Efficiency

(IN BRIEF) ZF has demonstrated its TraXon 2 Hybrid transmission, a next-generation solution for heavy-duty vehicles designed to reduce emissions while maintaining operational efficiency. Tested with European media, the system combines electric and combustion power to support both urban and … Read the full press release

Henkel Introduces AI Powered LOCTITE SOLVE Platform to Transform Adhesive Simulation in Automotive Engineering

(IN BRIEF) Henkel has launched LOCTITE SOLVE, an AI-powered platform that enables engineers to simulate and evaluate adhesive performance during the early stages of product design. By creating digital twins of both existing and conceptual adhesive formulations, the platform allows … Read the full press release

ZF Friedrichshafen Showcases Advanced Electric Driveline and Predictive Maintenance Solutions at Bus2Bus 2026

(IN BRIEF) ZF Friedrichshafen will showcase a range of new technologies at Bus2Bus 2026 in Berlin, focusing on advancing sustainable and efficient public transport. Key innovations include predictive maintenance software integrated into its AxTrax 2 LF system, the high-performance CeTrax … Read the full press release

MAHLE Strengthens Its Sustainability Strategy Through Title Sponsorship of the Eco Rallye de la Comunitat Valenciana

(IN BRIEF) MAHLE is reinforcing its long-standing commitment to sustainable mobility and decarbonization through its title sponsorship of the MAHLE Eco Rallye Comunitat Valenciana, which opens the 2026 Eco Rallye season. Recognized as Spain’s first carbon-neutral motorsport event and holder … Read the full press release

Volkswagen Group Reaches Five Million Electric Drive Units Produced and Advances In-House Pulse Inverter Strategy

(IN BRIEF) The Volkswagen Group has reached a production milestone of five million electric drive units across its global plants in Győr, Kassel, Tianjin, and Zuffenhausen, highlighting the scale of its e-mobility ramp-up and the strength of its Group Components … Read the full press release

PowerCo Commissions Salzgitter Gigafactory, Strengthening Volkswagen’s Battery Technology Strategy

(IN BRIEF) PowerCo SE has launched production at its Salzgitter gigafactory, delivering the first Unified Cells developed and manufactured entirely in Europe. The milestone strengthens Volkswagen Group’s technological sovereignty in battery cell production and supports its strategy to become a … Read the full press release

Comprehensive Electrification Portfolio and New REEV Generator Module Demonstrate Schaeffler’s Innovation Strength in E-Mobility

(IN BRIEF) Schaeffler will present an extensive range of electrification technologies at the CTI Symposium in Berlin, featuring solutions that span mechanical components, systems, software, and advanced controls for electrified powertrains. A key highlight is the company’s new highly integrated … Read the full press release

ENERCON Introduces First Fully Electric Long-Haul Truck to Advance Low-Carbon Logistics Across Its Wind Energy Operations

(IN BRIEF) ENERCON has launched its first fully electric long-haul truck, a 40-tonne Volvo FH Electric, marking a major advancement in the company’s efforts to electrify its logistics fleet and reduce emissions across the wind-energy supply chain. Operating between ENERCON’s … Read the full press release

Schaeffler and onsemi Collaborate on Next-Generation SiC-Based Dual Inverter for Electrified Pickup Platforms

(IN BRIEF) Schaeffler has secured a major contract to supply dual inverters for a new plug-in hybrid pickup truck platform in North America, marking a significant expansion of its E-Mobility business. The inverter, developed at its Deer Park, Illinois site, … Read the full press release

TÜV Rheinland Hong Kong Receives CLP Smart Energy Award 2025 for Excellence in Sustainable Carbon Neutral Practices

(IN BRIEF) TÜV Rheinland Hong Kong has received the CLP Smart Energy Award 2025 – Sustainable Carbon Neutral Award (Industrial) – Excellence Award from CLP Power Hong Kong Limited, recognizing its strong achievements in energy efficiency, carbon reduction, and sustainability. … Read the full press release

Scania showcases expanded e-mobility and hybrid portfolio with surprise launch planned at Busworld Europe 2025

(IN BRIEF) Scania will present its most advanced portfolio to date at Busworld Europe 2025 in Brussels, showcasing new electric, hybrid, and combustion-based solutions for people transport. The company will stage the live launch of a new electric product at … Read the full press release

LANXESS celebrates 75 years of Mesamoll while unveiling advanced additives and pigments for modern plastics at K 2025

(IN BRIEF) LANXESS will present its expanded plastics portfolio at K 2025 in Düsseldorf, featuring flame retardants, plasticizers, stabilizers, and advanced pigment solutions. Key highlights include Levagard 2100, a next-generation reactive flame retardant for polyurethane foams, and Emerald Innovation 5000, … Read the full press release

Catalyxx and Arkema collaborate on industrial-scale bio-alcohol production for low-carbon acrylic resins

(IN BRIEF) Arkema and Catalyxx have announced a strategic partnership to develop a new value chain for bio-based acrylic resins with a lower carbon footprint. Catalyxx plans to construct an industrial facility to produce bio-alcohols such as bio n-butanol from … Read the full press release

Continental showcases most advanced city bus tire yet at Busworld Europe with focus on e-mobility and sustainability

(IN BRIEF) Continental has unveiled the Conti Urban HA 5 NXT, its most advanced city bus tire, at Busworld Europe 2025 in Brussels. Made with up to 60 percent renewable, recycled, and ISCC PLUS mass-balance-certified materials, the tire reduces rolling … Read the full press release

Henkel opens North America Battery Application Center to accelerate EV innovation and showcase solutions at Battery Show 2025

(IN BRIEF) Henkel has opened its new North America Battery Application Center in Madison Heights, Michigan, expanding its global footprint of EV battery engineering facilities. Equipped with industrial-scale robotics, the center enables collaborative testing of thermal materials, adhesives, sealants, and … Read the full press release

Schaeffler brings EMR4 e-axle, hybrid solutions, and software-defined vehicle innovations to IAA MOBILITY 2025

(IN BRIEF) Schaeffler will present its expanded portfolio at IAA MOBILITY 2025 in Munich, focusing on electrified powertrains, chassis systems, and software-defined vehicles. Highlights include the EMR4 electric axle drive, modular hybrid solutions, advanced thermal management, and steer-by-wire technologies featuring … Read the full press release

Scania Launches 20,000km European Roadshow to Showcase Six Electric Truck Models and Charging Solutions

(IN BRIEF) Scania has launched The Electric Journey: An Optimisation Road Show, a four-month, 20,000km tour across 13 European cities showcasing six different electric truck models for applications ranging from urban delivery to refuse collection. Starting in Denmark and concluding … Read the full press release