Batteries, Capacitors

Solaris is researching ways to reuse batteries from its electric buses, such as for stationary energy storage.
Companies Research Potential for Battery Recycling
New Flyer and Solaris are the latest OEMs to research ways to recycle or reuse electric vehicle batteries.
January 14, 2021
Graphene hybrids made from metal organic frameworks (MOF) and graphenic acid make an excellent positive electrode for supercapacitors, which thus achieve an energy density similar to that of nickel-metal hydride batteries.
Researchers Develop Graphene Hybrid Material for More Efficient Supercapacitors
January 5, 2021
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Delta-Q Says New Battery Technology is Advancing Charging Solutions
January 5, 2021
Kubota's Micro-Hybrid system pairs a battery and electronics with a downsized engine.
Forsee Power Supplying Battery Systems for Kubota Micro-Hybrid Engines
December 30, 2020
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Battery Recycling Prize Announces Phase II Prize Winners
December 29, 2020
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Mercedes-Benz to Only Source Battery Cells with Cobalt and Lithium
November 27, 2020
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John Deere's X Series combines were nominated for a 2021 CES Innovation Award for the advanced technologies included on the machines.
Heavy Equipment Industry Increases Presence at CES 2021
Advanced technologies like automation and artificial intelligence being utilized in the heavy equipment industries are taking center stage at this year's Consumer Electronics Show.
January 13, 2021
While heavy equipment manufacturers and harness assemblers prefer DT connectors, device OEMs prefer M12. Until recently, solutions to connect the two have been costly and tedious to assemble.
Adapting Between M12 and Deutsch DT Connectors in Heavy Equipment Applications
New solutions which combine the capabilities of M12 and DT connectors will be needed as OEMs continue integrating advanced technologies into their equipment.
December 8, 2020
Production for the VNR Electric is slated to begin in early 2021.
Commercial Availability of Electric Vehicles and Equipment Increases
Several electric truck and heavy equipment models are now available for order and set to begin production in 2021.
December 17, 2020
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Webasto Expands Battery Technology Design Capabilities
Webasto has expanded the team dedicated to its battery development efforts, which adds more engineering capabilities to better serve electric vehicle manufacturers.
November 17, 2020
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Freightliner Electric Trucks Surpass 500,000 Miles in Real-World Use
The Freightliner Electric Innovation Fleet includes 30 battery-electric trucks in operation by NFI and Penske Truck Leasing and its customers.
November 16, 2020
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Hexagon Purus Providing Battery Packs, Powertrain Integration for Hino Trucks
Hexagon Purus will provide the battery packs and powertrain integration as part of Hino's Project Z zero-emissions vehicle initiative.
November 10, 2020
Brett Pope, Director of Electric Vehicles, Volvo Trucks North America will be one of the speakers at the event. Pictured is the battery package of the Volvo VNR Electric which will be discussed during his presentation.
Battery Show & EV Tech Digital Days Announce Initial Speaker Lineup
Organizers have announced some of speakers for this year's virtual event which will highlight the latest in battery and electric vehicle technology.
October 1, 2020
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Epiroc Battery-Electric Mining Equipment Completes Field Trial Near Arctic Circle
A Boomer E2 Battery, Scooptram ST14 Battery and Minetruck MT42 Battery have completed field testing in Europe's largest gold mine located in Northern Finland.
September 22, 2020
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New Study Finds Batteries Made From Deep-Sea Rocks can Reduce Carbon Emissions
A peer-reviewed study commissioned by DeepGreen finds making electric vehicle batteries from deep-sea rocks can reduce climate change impacts compared to land-based ores.
September 22, 2020
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New Mercedes-Benz eCitaro G Utilizes Solid-State Batteries
The new electric bus is equipped with solid-state batteries which offer high energy density for increased power and longer life.
September 18, 2020
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Scania Launches Commercial Electric Truck Range
The range includes a fully electric and plug-in hybrid truck which can be customized for various urban transport needs.
September 15, 2020
Batteries used in Volvo Buses will find a second life as energy storage units.
Electric Volvo Bus Batteries Get Second Life
Volvo Buses is partnering with Stena Recycling subsidiary Batteryloop to reuse bus batteries as energy storage units in other applications.
September 15, 2020
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Proterra H Series Battery Packs for Commercial Vehicles
The H Series battery packs can support different vehicle voltages up to 1,200V DC and 6 MWh in size.
September 8, 2020
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Proterra Unveils New Customizable Battery Pack for Heavy-Duty Commercial Vehicles
The new H Series battery packs were designed to package into standard truck frame rails and increase packaging flexibility.
September 3, 2020
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Navistar Partners with In-Charge Energy for Charging Infrastructure
In-Charge Energy will provide charging infrastructure and consulting services to Navistar and its electric vehicle customers.
August 28, 2020
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Volvo LIGHTS Project Helps Expand Electric Truck Charging Options in North America
Project partner REMA EV Connections has secured UL certification for its Combined Charging System CCS2 connector which expands electric truck charging options for fleets.
August 27, 2020
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Design & Engineering Insights: Delta-Q Discusses Battery Charging and Electrification Trends
Advancements in battery technology are also bringing new requirements for charging systems in heavy-duty equipment.
August 5, 2020
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Flash Battery Opens New Headquarters and Adopts New Corporate Name
The company will now be known as Flash Battery and the new manufacturing facility is five times larger to aid increased production of lithium batteries.
August 4, 2020
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Freightliner Innovation Fleet of Battery Electric Trucks Logs 300,000 Miles
The fleet includes 10 eM2s and 20 eCascadias testing in various applications, including drayage, regional and local delivery, food distribution, and parcel delivery.
July 31, 2020
The Atlas 200 MH accu is used for waste compaction in Stadtreinigung Hamburg (SRH).
Atlas GmbH Launches its First Battery-Powered Rehandling Excavator
The ATLAS 200 MH accu excavator contains four battery modules offering 140 kW of power for all-day operation.
July 23, 2020
The Webasto CV Standard Battery System can be scaled to provide the power necessary for a range of equipment types.
Advancements in Battery Systems are Increasing
Continued developments in battery technology are bringing about higher power capabilities and additional use cases in the heavy equipment industry.
July 21, 2020
Flash Battery Efa France Strategic Partnership
Flash Battery Partnering with Efa France on Batteries, Electrification Solutions
The companies will collaborate on the manufacture of lithium batteries and electrification solutions for industrial vehicle applications.
July 21, 2020
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Ricardo Software 2020.2 Includes Battery Modeling Capabilities
The new 2020.2 release of Ricardo's powertrain design and optimization software includes several new features including those to aid with electric vehicle battery design.
June 22, 2020
The Vanguard battery pack is designed to easily fit within the compact ARGO J8 autonomous unit.
Case Study: Extreme Vehicles Get Extreme Battery Power Solution
A new battery system is developed to meet the needs of an autonomous vehicle operating in harsh military and other off-highway applications.
June 18, 2020
As electric vehicles continue to gain market share, determining what to do with the batteries once past their useful life is coming under greater scrutiny.
End-Of-Life Electric Vehicle Batteries: Recycling or Second-Life?
The latest IDTechEx report evaluates the potential market value of recycling electric vehicle batteries once they are past their useful life.
June 16, 2020
The Vanguard lithium-ion battery is currently available in a 5 kWh, 48V version.
Kraft Fluid Systems Offering Vanguard Battery
Kraft will sell and service the full product line of lithium-ion batteries from Briggs & Stratton which are designed for use in various off-highway vehicles.
June 11, 2020
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Delta-Q Technologies RQ350 Battery Charger
Delta-Q's RQ350 battery charger for low-power electric vehicles and machines includes CANbus communication.
May 29, 2020
Eaton's supercapacitor modules can be paired with batteries to extend battery life in electrified vehicles.
New Materials May Increase use of Supercapacitors
A new report from IDTechEx indicates development of new materials for supercapacitors could help them take market share from batteries.
May 12, 2020
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Comau Creates Specialized Laser Lab for Development of Electric Vehicle Batteries and Motors
Dedicated in-house labs create and optimize laser welding processes for electric motors and batteries which can be used in a variety of industries.
April 7, 2020
A battery in the test chamber at MAHLE's new testing facility.
MAHLE Opens New Testing Facility to Streamline Electric Vehicle Battery Development
The new testing facility features a climate-controlled cell to create a simulated, repeatable real-world test environment.
March 27, 2020
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Battery and Charging Trends for the Construction Industry
Delta-Q discusses its battery and charging offerings for construction equipment.
March 27, 2020
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Vanguard Lithium Ion Battery Can Power Up to 40 Kilowatt Hours
The company offers a customized lithium-ion battery, controller and battery charger to provide an all-in-one electric-powered solution.
March 26, 2020
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Industry's First Fully Electric Backhoe Loader
Case's Project Zeus 580 EV Electric Backhoe Loader launches at CONEXPO 2020
March 12, 2020