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Eaton expands eMobility operations in Europe to support EV growth

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The power electronics technologies leverage Eaton’s expertise in managing high-voltage power, resulting in advanced vehicle traction inverters and DC/DC converters with a focus on power density and efficiency.

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Valeo, Siemens JV for high-voltage electric powertrains starts operation: Valeo Siemens eAutomotive GmbH

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The portfolio comprises e-motors, range extenders, onboard chargers, inverters and DC/DC converters, destined for the entire range of on-road electric vehicles including hybrids, plug-in hybrids and full electric vehicles.

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Mercedes-Benz Cars plants in Germany to be supplied with CO2-neutral energy from 2022

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In Jawor (Poland), a new CO 2 -neutral engine plant is being built. A key element of this change is the conversion of production micro-grids from an alternating current (AC) to a direct current (DC) architecture—“Industrial Smart DC Grids”. In Kecskemét (Hungary), a second plant under construction will be CO 2 -neutral.

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Siemens and Valeo to form joint venture in high-voltage electric powertrains

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The joint-venture will be able to provide an extended range of products from hybrid drive-train modules and solutions, including electric motors, range-extenders, DC/DC converters, inverters and chargers, to a fully electrified powertrain. The project is subject to consultation of the employee representatives.

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Tata AutoComp’s ‘Make in India’ push for EVs | Autocar Professional

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In less than seven years, Tata AutoComp now produces battery packs and BMS, battery thermal management systems, electric compressors, integrated motors, controllers and reducers, on board and off board chargers, vehicle and power electronics like DC-DC converters, bus bars, PDUs and many more components for EVs.

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Driven: Fiat 500e La Prima EV

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Convert the €38,650 Italian price to Australian dollars, using the current exchange rate, and you’ll find that number translates to almost $62,400. The Fiat comes with an 11kW on-board AC charger and can accept up to 85kW from a DC fast charger. The ICE-powered 500 is instead manufactured in Poland.