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Continental providing next-generation power electronics for Jaguar’s I-PACE

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To handle these large currents and the resulting extreme load changes, Continental developed a next-generation power electronics system for Jaguar Land Rover that is specifically adapted to the requirements of sporty, performance-oriented powertrains. It is these two electrical parameters that control the operation of the motor.

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UK Car production slumps in July

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From the start you can see that Diesel sales have fallen off a cliff with just 7% of the market that is now less than the Battery powered cars of pure EVs that sold over 11,000 units. The dearth is not only putting pressure on carmakers but also on tech companies and the consumer electronics sector, which are also competing for supply.

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How Smart EV Charging Will Help Promote Renewable Power Generation

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While fossil fuel generating capacity could be turned on and off relatively easily to match variations in electrical requirement, matching demand with a renewable-powered grid is far more difficult; the wind cannot be made to blow harder or the sun to shine brighter to match desired levels.

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2025-2035: Rewriting The Automotive History

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The Electric Vehicle Market Update, the fifth in a series of reports tracking EV growth point outs, The disruption of the supply chain during Covid has affected the automobile industry in the last few years. Revisit the supply chain structure. Jaguar Land Rover. Stages in Electrification. Getting new suppliers and OEMs.

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As Electric Car Makers Ante Up Billions, Software Is Ace in the Hole

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Where rubber+software meets the road Not only are EV makers chasing the same limited number of customers, they are also pursuing an even more limited supply of software and systems engineers with smart mechatronics and robotics expertise. Each option has its own strengths and weaknesses.