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QM Power and University of Kentucky demonstrate 50 kW/liter electric motor; DOE 2025 power density goal

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The announcement was made at the 2021 IEEE Energy Conversion Congress and Expo (ECCE) by the joint team of researchers including Dr. Madhav Manjrekar, SMIEEE, of QM Power, who also holds a tenured faculty position at University of North Carolina, Charlotte, and Dr. Ionel, FIEEE, who serves as the inaugural L. —Madhav Manjrekar.

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Volkswagen Group of America gains 51 charging stations at IECC Silicon Valley Campus

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The IECC has two branches: Innovation Center California (ICC) and Engineering Center California (ECC). The ICC is a strategic pillar of Volkswagen Group’s Innovation Ecosystem whereas the ECC works closely with the Volkswagen Group of America Engineering team developing products for the North America Region.

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GigaDevice’s automotive flash memory achieves 100M units shipment milestone

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GigaDevice said that achieving this significant milestone underscores the company’s close working relationship with critical automobile manufacturers and Tier-1 OEMs, with proven products and endorsement in the field.

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Volkswagen Group expands US ERL to become IECC; Type 20 BEV concept

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It grew from just three employees when it was founded in 1998, to more than 180 engineers, social scientists, researchers and product designers. The IECC will comprise two entities: the Innovation Center California (ICC) and the Engineering Center California (ECC).

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New Ricardo 48V electric motor aims to boost power and cut costs of hybrids; up to 50% increase in power density; ECOCHAMPS

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As part of its contribution to a recently completed major European research initiative to achieve more efficient and cost-effective hybrid powertrains for both passenger cars and commercial vehicles, Ricardo developed a new 48V e-motor offering up to a 50% increase in power density compared with current production machines.

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Infineon introduces first Trusted Platform Module specifically for automotive cybersecurity

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It is easy to integrate and substantially increases cybersecurity—from production to recycling of connected cars. When the TPM is used, this step can be carried out in Infineon’s certified production environment. —Martin Brunner, expert for automotive security at Infineon.

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The UK’s first 4 seater ‘all electric’ production car

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The Electric Car Corporation Plc (ECC) today announced the launch of the UK’s first 4 seater, ‘all electric’ production car. Over 50% of the value of the car originates from the UK assembly, creating UK employment and a technology leadership in electric vehicle production.

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