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Wolfspeed to supply SiC devices for future Mercedes-Benz electric vehicle platforms

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Wolfspeed will be supplying Silicon Carbide devices to power future Mercedes-Benz Electric Vehicle (EV) platforms, enabling greater efficiency in the powertrain. Wolfspeed’s semiconductors will be incorporated into next-generation powertrain systems for several Mercedes-Benz vehicle lines.

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Magna to supply battery enclosures for Silverado EV

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Magna has secured new business from General Motors (GM) to supply battery enclosures on the all-new 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV. We have been able to leverage our expertise to supply battery enclosures—a product for which we see strong potential going forward. Magna is also making battery enclosures for the Ford F-150 Lightning.

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Ricardo and McLaren Automotive in multi-year V8 engine supply agreement for high-performance hybrid powertrains

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Designed in-house by McLaren’s powertrain team, the new high-performance V8 engine will power the next generation of lightweight, high-performance hybrid supercars as part of the company’s Future of Performance strategy. This is the third extension and fourth generation of the engine supply agreement between the two companies.

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McLaren Applied selects STMicroelectronics to supply SiC power modules for next-gen inverter

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Electric vehicle (EV) powertrain technology increasingly relies on a reliable supply of quality SiC semiconductors such as MOSFETs, especially in 800V architectures. It has been designed for automotive applications, including direct drive, that are capable of operating high-speed motors efficiently and adhere to ISO 26262 ASIL-D standards.

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Stardust Power: Securing a domestic, sustainable supply of battery-grade lithium for a clean future

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The post Stardust Power: Securing a domestic, sustainable supply of battery-grade lithium for a clean future appeared first on Innovation News Network. Stardust Power is leveraging its network and strategic partnerships to source battery-grade lithium. Discover more here.

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SK On signs MOU with Global Lithium Resources to bolster key battery materials supply chain

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South Korea-based SK On (SKO), a global EV battery manufacturer, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Australia’s Global Lithium Resources to explore future business opportunities together in regard to stable supply of lithium.

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Ford, Rio Tinto sign MOU for battery and low-carbon materials supply to support net-zero future

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Ford Motor Company and Rio Tinto have signed a non-binding global memorandum of understanding (MOU) jointly to develop more sustainable and secure supply chains for battery and low-carbon materials to be used in Ford vehicles. It has potential to produce battery-grade lithium carbonate with one of the lowest carbon footprints in the industry.

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