General Motors’ EV Battery Assault Is Just Getting Started
InsideEVs
JUNE 24, 2025
The automaker is actively exploring solid-state and sodium-ion EV batteries, alongside a total of seven different anode and cathode chemistries.
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General Motors Is Going All-In On Affordable LFP Batteries
InsideEVs
JULY 14, 2025
GM has confirmed production of lithium-iron phosphate (LFP) batteries at its Tennessee plant. That should mean “significant cost savings.”
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Leaf conversions vs off-the-shelf components vs forklift motor
DIY Electric Car
JUNE 28, 2025
2) A previous strategy was to buy off-the-shelf components: A 9" DC motor, a controller, etc and buy batteries to assemble into a pack. (3) 3) Another strategy was to find a suitable forklift motor and more. Leaf conversions vs off-the-shelf components vs forklift motor Now it seems outdated. (1)
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Revealed: General Motors battery guru explains why lithium – not hydrogen – is central to our EV future
EV Central
JUNE 19, 2025
GM’s top EV battery guru, Andy Oury, believes we could switch to a hydrogen-based economy in the future, if we could build enough renewable energy to run it. That’s because – as Oury is at pains to point out – the lithium that currently powers electric vehicles, and other batteries, is almost as abundant as hydrogen anyway.
General Motors Has Big Plans For Your Old EV Battery
InsideEVs
JULY 16, 2025
Redwood will use recycled GM battery packs alongside new ones to build giant power bricks that will help stabilize the grid.
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General Motors versus China! Why new GM tech could lead to smaller, lighter, smarter and cheaper EV batteries
EV Central
JUNE 30, 2025
General Motors has revealed how it is challenging the might of China when it comes to EV battery technology. The biggest, and most recent innovation, has been in changing the way the layers of GM’s batteries are structured. GM battery guru Andy Oury.
looking for inwheel hub motors
DIY Electric Car
JUNE 23, 2025
looking for inwheel hub motors Jump to Latest 2.8K views 56 replies 11 participants last post by slomobile 2h ago MikeGotASpaceship Discussion starter 16 posts · Joined 2025 Add to quote Only show this user #1 · Feb 19, 2025 Hello I’m looking for inwheel hub motors for sale anyone selling any? What VCU will you use to control them?
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How Ford And GM Are Plotting A Battery Breakup With China
InsideEVs
JUNE 4, 2025
Ford and General Motors are racing to develop a new type of electric vehicle battery. One engineer labeled it as LFP of the West.
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XPeng M03 and P7+ electric sedans confirmed for Melbourne motor show: But which one will go on-sale in Australia?
EV Central
MARCH 2, 2025
Emerging Chinese star XPeng will display both a Mona M03 medium hatchback and P7+ large family sedan at the Melbourne motor show as it assesses whether to sell either or both in Australia. The Melbourne motor show will be part of a multi-faceted decision-making process on M03 and P7+, TrueEV CEO Jason Clarke told EV Central.
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Melbourne Motor Show: JAC is usually diesel-powered, but next month it’s going electric with two Aussie debuts including a ute!
EV Central
MARCH 19, 2025
Commercial vehicle and ute-maker JAC is normally linked with diesel power, but at the April 5-6 Melbourne motor show it will focus on EVs by showing off for the first time in Australia the electric version of its T9 ute and the DE-FINE concept car. JAC DE-FINE concept. It can accelerate from 0-100km/h in 8.5 JAC DE-FINE concept.
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Confirmed for Australia! 2026 Alpine A390 tri-motor terror coming to fight the Porsche Macan and Tesal Model Y Performance
EV Central
MAY 29, 2025
READ MORE: Porsche Macan and Tesla Model Y Performance EV-conqueror teased: Triple motor Alpine A390 could be the best-driving mid-size SUV yet! The second model in Alpine’s Dream Garage, the all-new A390 joins the Renault 5 E-Tech-based A290 hatch and will be followed shortly after by the battery-powered A110 coupe replacement.
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Zilla Z1K-HV motor controller kit
DIY Electric Car
JUNE 27, 2025
The Zilla Z1K-HV motor controller kit is perfect for high performance DC powered EV builds. This kit includes the following: Z1K-HV 1000a, 72-300VDC RevZ1470 Motor Controller. The Z1K-HV can regulate up to 1000 Amps of motor current and runs on lead acid battery packs of 72 to 300 volts nominal.
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Now that’a a BIG statement! MG promises IM Motors electric luxury IM5 and IM6 will be the most “advanced cars anyone will be able to buy in Australia this year”.
EV Central
APRIL 14, 2025
MG is launching its IM Motors electric luxury sub-brand in Australia with two models, five variants and rhetoric thats super-heated even by the standards of auto industry marketing spiel. READ MORE: MG-owned IM Motors locked-in for Australia in 2025 with IM5 electric saloon and IM6 SUV READ MORE: Scooped in Melbourne! Its a halo car.
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Motor alternatives for 96V
DIY Electric Car
JULY 4, 2025
Hello, I have a 96V battery pack and a Curtis 1238e controller to play with. This is fairly low-voltage, so I wonder which types of motors are suitable for me. There are other EVs than Nissan Leaf of course, and getting a used motor. Motor alternatives for 96V I think an automatic gearbox is a plus.
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Comment on Nio Onvo L90's single-motor model has up to 605 km range, filing shows by Augustus Meyer
CN EV Post
JUNE 19, 2025
Home Nio Xpeng Li Auto BYD Tesla Zeekr Xiaomi EV Huawei CATL Battery Newsletter CnEVData Home » Nio + Follow Nio Onvo L90s single-motor model has up to 605 km range, filing shows Phate Zhang • Jun 19, 2025 at 9:22 PM UTC The L90 single-motor version has battery packs with capacities of 60.6 kWh and 85.1 kWh and 85.1
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GM’s Next-Gen EV Truck Battery Promises More Range, Lower Cost
InsideEVs
MAY 13, 2025
LMR battery chemistry will unlock weight savings, more range and lower costs, General Motors claims.
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Redwood is repurposing GM’s EV batteries into energy storage
Electrek
JULY 16, 2025
General Motors and Redwood Materials are joining forces to take EV battery tech beyond the road and onto the grid. The two companies just signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding that sets the stage for turning both new and second-life GM batteries into energy storage systems to support the US’s rising electricity demand.
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Radical EV shift! Battery giant CATL says sodium-ion tech will be on sale by late 2025
EV Central
APRIL 29, 2025
New generation sodium-ion batteries are only a few months away from a showroom debut in some parts of the world, at least. The new battery chemistry promises to lower the price of EVs by significantly reducing the manufacturing cost of the most expensive component of an electric car. READ MORE: Battery revolution!
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A closer look at purpose-built power analyzers for precise EV test and measurement
Charged EVs
MARCH 31, 2025
For example, in developing and testing a new EV traction motor design, you need a system that enables engineers to comprehensively measure electrical parameters as well as mechanical parameters like speed and torque. Small improvements in motor efficiency can significantly extend vehicle range and reduce energy consumption.
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Bollinger Motors and Mullen Automotive Are Becoming One Brand
The Truth About Cars
JULY 15, 2025
Mullen Automotive and Bollinger Motors are officially becoming one big brand. After the consolidation, we are laser focused and confident we will drive our products into the market while being fiscally responsible under one unified brand,” said Jim Connelly, chief revenue officer of Bollinger Motors.
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BYD Shark 6 priced from $57,900 plus on-roads, undercutting Hilux and Ranger
EV Central
OCTOBER 29, 2024
It uses two electric motors and a 1.5-litre A 29.58kWh battery provides about 80km of electric-only range, allowing the Shark 6 to be driven as an electric vehicle for most daily drives. Key to that interest is the plug-in hybrid electric system (PHEV).
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2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 joins growing group of electric 3-row crossover SUVs
Charged EVs
NOVEMBER 21, 2024
On Wednesday, just before the Los Angeles auto show, the 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 9 battery-electric crossover made its global debut. for the Ioniq 9—reflecting thousands of hours of wind tunnel time to eliminate turbulence, reduce drag, and let the slab-sided SUV slip through the air using as little battery energy as possible. seconds, 6.2
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Volvo Renamed and Improved the XC40 Recharge for 2025
The Truth About Cars
JANUARY 22, 2025
Along with a new name, Volvo updated the EX40 with a larger battery pack and improved DC fast charging speeds. Versions with the twin-motor powertrain now get an 82-kWh battery pack, up from 78 kWh in the previous model. Pricing for the 2025 Volvo EX40 single-motor model starts at $52,500 before destination.
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GM, Ford Tease New Game Changing LMR EV Batteries … But Where Is Waldo?
CleanTechnica EVs
MAY 14, 2025
LMR EV batteries shave costs on materials and other battery components, while performing as well and lasting as long as more expensive high-nickel batteries. The post GM, Ford Tease New Game Changing LMR EV Batteries … But Where Is Waldo? appeared first on CleanTechnica.
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Hyundai, Kia, & Genesis Plant That Can Produce 500,000 Electric & Hybrid Vehicles Opens In Georgia
CleanTechnica EVs
MARCH 27, 2025
Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America is a battery and vehicle assembly factory that Hyundai Motor Group invested $12.6 The largest economic development project in the history of Georgia is now open. billion to build. The company says that it will produce up to 500,000 Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis electric and.
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2022 Ford transit t350 HD for sale
DIY Electric Car
JUNE 18, 2025
This 2022 Ford Transit T350 HD has been expertly converted into a fully electric cargo van, offering a unique blend of power, efficiency, and sustainability by Lightning E Motors. Key Features Battery: Equipped with a high-capacity battery pack, ensuring a reliable range suitable for daily commercial.
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Tesla Model 3 wins ‘most economical EV to own’ title in new study
Teslarati
APRIL 17, 2025
With a usable battery capacity of 57.5 The Tesla Model 3 Long Range All-Wheel Drive was second, the study showed: “Next is the Long Range version of the Model 3, which offers extended range and dual-motor all-wheel drive. kWh battery and a real-world range of 265 miles. ” It had an estimated cost of just $3.60
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Honda aims to launch $1B+ ‘next-gen’ car factory in Ohio
Teslarati
FEBRUARY 3, 2025
Japanese automaker Honda Motor aims to launch a next-generation car factory in Ohio for over $1 billion. billion into a battery plant. Honda plans to create a new cell manufacturing system at its battery plant for upcoming EV battery cases. Honda is investing heavily in Ohio.
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“Turning point:” More EVs, fewer V8s as emissions limits come into force
The Driven EV News
JUNE 28, 2025
A hybrid Lamborghini, an electric Rolls Royce, a convoy of low-emission people-movers and a rumble of battery-powered utes "that can actually tow things" greeted attendees to Australia's latest motor show. The post “Turning point:” More EVs, fewer V8s as emissions limits come into force appeared first on The Driven.
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Paired Power’s EV chargers let customers mix and match solar, storage and grid power
Charged EVs
OCTOBER 25, 2024
Various off-grid solutions are available, but the best approach may be a flexible one—using some combination of onsite generation, battery storage and grid power, according to what’s available and what’s needed for the application. The challenges involved in getting EV chargers hooked up to the grid are well-known to Charged readers.
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Flash Drive: 2025 Cadillac Escalade IQ
Clean Fleet Report
MARCH 17, 2025
Power Two electric motors (one front, one rear) drive all four wheels through the eAWD system with these Cadillac performance estimates. of torque Velocity Max Lots of glass up top Range 460 all-electric miles Battery and Charging Lithium-ion with more than 200 kWh of useable battery energy On-board charger: 7.7
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Huawei’s huge battery breakthrough! New solid state tech promises massive range and miniscule charging times
EV Central
JUNE 23, 2025
Smartphone giant and EV investor Huawei has challenged CATL and BYD’s supremacy by inventing a pioneering new battery that blends an incredible range of up to 3000km with a charging time of just five minutes. It also harnesses a sulfide chemistry that even the biggest battery-makers have struggled to make work.
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2008 Ford F150 4x4 5.4 engine to be converted in electric
DIY Electric Car
JUNE 2, 2025
Also, keep in mind that low rpm torque isn't the aim when going electric, that uses a lot of battery capacity, so you are looking at spinning the electric motor fairly fast to get that rock crawling ability, and that requires higher battery voltage. so, more info needed on what it needs to do and how it will be used.
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Kelly Controls KAC-8080N AC Induction Motor Controler
DIY Electric Car
JUNE 11, 2025
Kelly Controls KAC-8080N AC Induction Motor Controler Jump to Latest 439 views 8 replies 2 participants last post by onegreenev 14h ago onegreenev Discussion starter 4,202 posts · Joined 2012 Add to quote Only show this user #1 · Apr 17, 2025 Is there anyone currently using this series of Kelly Controllers for their AC-Induction Motor?
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Report: HEMI V8 Engine Production Resumes In Michigan This Summer
The Truth About Cars
MARCH 24, 2025
Originally developed when the Chrysler legacy brands were still being operated under the purview of Daimler-Benz, the HEMI motors saw continued improvements under Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA). Numerous models that were previously sold with V8 motors, were now coming with Stellantis's new 3.0-liter
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Flash Drive: 2025 Cadillac Optiq
Clean Fleet Report
MARCH 24, 2025
The weather was clear and dry so the dual motor eAWD system wasnt put to a test. The Optiq batteries are set under the floor for a low center of gravity. Battery and Charging The lithium-ion battery with 85 kWh of useable battery energy will replenish on a DC fast charger at 79 miles of range in 10 minutes.
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Ultium Cells to upgrade Tennessee plant for low-cost EV battery cell production
Electric Cars Report
JULY 14, 2025
Ultium Cells will upgrade its Spring Hill, Tennessee battery cell manufacturing facility to scale production of low-cost lithium iron phosphate battery cells, building on a $2.3 The post Ultium Cells to upgrade Tennessee plant for low-cost EV battery cell production appeared first on Electric Cars Report.
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Gas Vehicle Owners Can Get Up to $6,000 Off a New Rivian With Trade-In Offer
The Truth About Cars
FEBRUARY 11, 2025
Discounts include up to $3,000 for R1T and R1S models with the Max battery pack, dropping their prices to $80,900 and $86,900, respectively. Rivian is offering up to $4,500 off dual-motor vehicles equipped with the Max battery and performance upgrade package. That makes the R1T $84,400 and drops the R1S to $90,400.
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REE Automotive’s modular REEcorners enable an unprecedented amount of flexibility in EV design
Charged EVs
MARCH 6, 2025
REE Automotive has taken this concept a step further by packaging the motor, steering, suspension and brakes into an independent module called a REEcorner that can be placed at any desired position on the skateboard platform. The REEcorner integrates the motor, steering, suspension, braking and control into a single compact module.
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The New Nissan Leaf Will Offer More Than 300 Miles of Range
The Truth About Cars
JUNE 17, 2025
and Nissan updated the battery thermal management system to better harvest waste heat and improve regeneration in cold weather. The system also utilizes navigation data to optimize battery heating and cooling, and all new Leafs (Leaves?) It features a 0.26 drag coefficient in the U.S.,
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