Unveiled last year by the U.S. Department of Energy's National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), the Large-Volume Battery Calorimeter (LVBC) is a crucial tool in helping automakers get the batteries they need for the next generation of electric vehicles that can deliver the range, performance, reliability and safety drivers expect. The LVBC is designed to precisely measure … [Read more...]
Circuit Protection Solutions Address New Vehicle Technologies
As electric and hybrid electric vehicles address the world’s energy and emissions crises, automakers and battery manufacturers are rapidly developing new materials and solutions to advance those technologies. Consumer demands and competitive pressures have led automakers to add a growing number of functions and features to their vehicles, which in turn affects … [Read more...]
Mercedes Electric Supercar Features Two Cooling Systems
Mercedes has rolled out a prototype of its new SLS AMG E-CELL electric supercar, which looks set for small series production. The prototype features four electric motors positioned near each of the wheels, which produce 392 kW and 880 Nm of instantaneous torque and acceleration of zero to 100 km/h in 4 seconds — just 0.2 seconds under the performance of the 6.3-litre V8 SLS … [Read more...]
