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There is a need for a standardized charging connection and network. OEMs and regulators are working towards such harmonized standards, but a fully-compatible European-wide charging network is yet to be established.When Porsche unveiled the Mission E ...

Exclusive free presentation by Dr. Christian Hainzlmaier, Director Product Engineering Electric Heating at Webasto Thermo & Comfort SE in Germany on the topic of: "10 kW, 800 Volts – New trends in future electric heating for passenger and commercial electric vehicles".The pre ...

The latest technology to address the comfort inside the cabin of EVs uses heat pumps, vaporized coolant and new designs of the coolant flow systems by EV makers. What are the current major drawbacks to existing thermal management solutions in EVs and in which direction are t ...

The operation of HVAC systems in PEVs or any fully electric vehicle poses many of the same problems that running other systems face, but HVAC use poses some unique challenges, too. In climates where electric cars are or will be a major part of the transportation load from now on, consumers demand ...

Maciej Mrozek, Senior Design Engineer R&D Department at Solaris Bus & Coach S.A. in Poland made this exclusive presentation on the topic of: "Challenges in thermal management for electric buses manufacturers".The presentation included the following:Limitations of therma ...

The most inefficient method used in the last decade is resistive heating, in which power from the battery is turned to heat simply by running power through resistant wiring, uses a large amount of battery capacity. What are the current major drawbacks to existing thermal management solutio ...

Even though the theoretical picture of clean mobility is very attractive, many challenges still stand in the way of having an affordable electric car with satisfactory range, fast charging ability and long life.Expand your knowledge within this area, with this exclusive free report written ...

Read about the latest challenges vehicle manufacturer face implementing ultra fast charging, not only battery life but also the safety is strongly affected as the battery gets overheated quickly. Want to know how manufacturers are trying to solve these problems? Then download the article here.

Read this article about how the overall driving range of BEVs with one charged battery can be effected by other systems within the car. Heat is just one factor that has an immense impact on the performance and efficiency of the battery. Download the full article ...