Journalist Fazil Khan's Death Sparks Concern Over Lithium-Ion Battery Fires in New York
Tragedy struck New York as journalist Fazil Khan, 27, lost his life in a devastating apartment fire caused by a micromobility device's lithium-ion battery.
Fire Aboard Cargo Ship Carrying Lithium-Ion Batteries Successfully Extinguished off Dutch Harbor, Alaska
After a few intense days, the fire that blazed in the cargo hold of the Genius Star XI - a huge cargo ship hauling lithium-ion batteries from Vietnam to sunny San Diego - is finally out.
European Electric Vehicle Battery Supply Chain Faces Delays as Companies Prioritize US Market
The development of a European battery supply chain for electric vehicles independent of China is facing significant delays as companies shift their focus to the US market due to clean energy subsidies offered by the US Inflation Reduction Act.
Toyota's $8 Billion Investment Boosts U.S. Battery Manufacturing and EV Commitment
Toyota is committing an additional $8 billion to its battery manufacturing facility in North Carolina, marking the largest investment by a foreign automaker in the United States since the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) in 2022.
GM Agrees to Put Battery Plant Workers Under UAW National Contract Amid Ongoing Strike
The United Auto Workers (UAW) union has announced that General Motors (GM) has agreed to include the company's battery plant workers in the union's national contract, marking a significant development in the ongoing strike against major automakers.
Report Reveals Tesla Depends on China for 39% of Battery Supply Chain
A recent analysis conducted by Nikkei Asia and Tokyo’s Fronteo has revealed that nearly 40% of the suppliers for materials used in Tesla's batteries are Chinese companies.
Ship Fire Originated in Decks Containing Stored Cars
A ship fire off the Dutch coast that lasted almost a week originated in the upper decks where cars were stored, as stated by the CEO of the salvage company involved.
Lithium-ion Batteries are a Growing Concern for the Logistics Industry
A recent fire incident on the car carrier, Fremantle Highway, carrying electric vehicles and lithium-ion batteries, has brought attention to the safety concerns associated with transporting products containing such batteries in the logistics industry.
Biden Vows to Bring Full Battery Supply Chain Home and Boost U.S. Manufacturing
During a visit to South Carolina, President Biden emphasized the need to bring critical manufacturing processes, such as semiconductor production and battery supply chains, back to the United States to compete with China.
Toyota's Technological Breakthrough Aims to Halve Battery Weight, Size, and Cost, Potentially Transforming Electric Vehicles
Toyota has announced a significant breakthrough in battery technology that could revolutionize the electric vehicle (EV) industry.
Exploring the Integration of Battery Systems in Locomotives for Grid Support
Researchers in California are investigating the potential of using battery systems in battery-electric locomotives to store power for the U.S. power grid.
China's Leap Forward: Securing Africa's Lithium Reserves in the Global Race
China's proactive approach to securing lithium supply from Africa is proving fruitful as it navigates a tight global market for the crucial metal used in electric vehicle (EV) batteries.
The South Emerges as the New Economic Powerhouse with a US$100B Wealth Migration
The Southeastern region of the United States, known as the "New New South," is experiencing a significant economic shift with the rise of electric-vehicle factories and battery plants.
$9.2bn Federal Loan Expected for Ford Battery Plants
Ford's ambitious plans for battery plants in Tennessee and Kentucky, aimed at manufacturing electric vehicles and EV components, are set to receive a record-breaking $9.2 billion federal loan from the U.S. Department of Energy.
Breaking the 4-Hour Barrier: Mateo Jaramillo's Quest to Extend Lithium Batteries
Form Energy's CEO, Mateo Jaramillo, discusses how iron-air batteries could revolutionize renewable energy, enabling 24/7 electricity production and reducing reliance on polluting energy sources.
The truth about long-distance EV road trips
When Gia Mora made a commitment in 2021 to fly only once every three years for environmental reasons, she faced challenges in long-distance travel.
Schneider announces the capacity to simultaneously charge 32 battery-powered trucks at its California facility
Schneider National Inc. has inaugurated a new electric charging depot at its South El Monte Intermodal Operations Center in California to support its fleet of approximately 100 battery-powered Class 8 trucks, specifically the Freightliner eCascadia battery electric trucks (BETs).
Human rights violations are prevalent in the battery supply chains of Tesla and Toyota
A report by the Business and Human Rights Resource Centre (BHRRC) has revealed that major carmakers Tesla and Toyota are using batteries sourced from mines associated with human rights violations in Indonesia and the Philippines.
Navigating Bumpy Terrain: Waste Industry Braces for Challenges in California
Haulers and vehicle manufacturers anticipate a surge in regulatory demands and anticipate challenges due to a constrained supply of battery-electric trucks.
Apple Aims for 100% Recycled Cobalt in Batteries
Apple has recently declared that by 2025, they will use 100% recycled cobalt in their batteries, as well as all their magnets to be made with recycled earth elements.