Automotive and Energy Updates: Stellantis, ChargeLab, ChargeHub, Sitetracker, Current, Hyzon, Exide, and Era, all significant players in the Electric Vehicle (EV), battery, and charging sector.
Stellantis, the automotive giant, has made a significant leap in electric vehicle (EV) technology with its latest advancement through a joint venture with Leapmotor, Leapmotor International B.V. This collaboration aims to produce the C10 Range-Extended EV, boasting an impressive total driving range of over 970 km. This groundbreaking development is set to alleviate range anxiety and enhance the overall usability of EVs, particularly in markets where charging infrastructure is still developing.
The C10 Range-Extended EV is designed to be sustainable, practical, and affordable while maintaining low CO2 emissions, benefiting from Leapmotor's established efficient technology widely adopted in China. The range-extension approach integrates a small combustion engine or generator that charges the battery on the go when its charge gets low, thereby extending the driving range of EVs.
Stellantis is also expanding its EV portfolio with new models on their STLA platforms that support ultra-rapid charging (up to 800 volts) and aim for long electric ranges. One such model is the upcoming Alfa Romeo Giulia EV, promising up to 500 miles of range. This strategy indicates Stellantis' focus on increasing EV range through both enhanced battery platforms and supplementary range-extender technologies.
In a different development, Hyzon has signed a purchase agreement with GreenWaste for North America's first 12 hydrogen-powered refuse Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles (FCEVs). GreenWaste, aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 45% by 2030, is set to become the first company in North America to operate these hydrogen-powered vehicles. This move is expected to contribute significantly to the growing demand for hydrogen-powered vehicles.
Meanwhile, Mike Ivey, Director of Engineering and Technology at Current, has endorsed Sitetracker as the best solution for monitoring critical EV infrastructure and supporting business processes. Sitetracker's partnership with Current is expected to enhance collaboration and speed up project delivery in the growing demand for EV infrastructure.
In summary, Stellantis' latest EV advancement involves the Leapmotor joint venture producing the C10 Range-Extended EV with over 970 km total range through range extender tech. They are also launching new EVs with platforms enabling ultra-rapid charging and ranges up to 500 miles. Hyzon has ventured into hydrogen-powered refuse trucks, and Sitetracker is aiding in the monitoring and development of critical EV infrastructure. These advancements underscore the growing focus on EV technologies for improving driving range and market competitiveness.
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