Monday, January 12, 2026

ABB sets new world record in electric motor efficiency

ABB pushed the boundaries of electric motor technology by setting a 99,13% the record for energy efficiency in large synchronous motors. The achievement was made possible through the company’s Top Industrial Efficiency (TIE) program,...

BMW Steyr begins production of Gen6 electric motor for the Neue Klasse

The Austrian plant Steyr becomes BMW’s competence center for next-generation drivetrain systems, featuring 800‑volt architecture, silicon‑carbide inverter technology, and a range of up to 800 km. BMW Group’s Plant...
The key role of advanced connectors

The key role of advanced connectors

PEI-Genesis offers a comprehensive range of connectors designed to support the demanding requirements of AI-driven transportation. From high-speed fiber optic connectors for autonomous vehicles to robust, environmentally sealed connectors for intelligent traffic...

Maxi Mobility secured €1.2M to scale its electric fleet and charging platform

Italian sustainable mobility start-up Maxi Mobility has closed a €1.2 million funding round to accelerate its industrial roadmap for a Fleet & Charging-as-a-Service model designed for high-utilization professional fleets such as taxis...

Home EV Charging in Italy: strong uptake, but condominiums left behind

Despite Italy’s impressive growth in home EV charging, unlocking the potential of condominium-based infrastructure remains the missing link. This is what we can realise from the latest GSE report (Gestore dei Servizi...
Rear-wheel steering: a strong solution to meet the mobility requirements of the future

Rear-wheel steering: a strong solution to meet the mobility requirements of the future

Another successful production launch for Schaeffler’s rear-wheel steering: Since the first quarter of 2025, the Schaeffler plant in Kysuce, Slovakia has been producing the mechatronic steering system for an international automaker from...

Schaeffler’s electric motors power the next generation of humanoid robots

Schaeffler, widely recognized as The Motion Technology Company, is making noteworthy advances in the field of humanoid robots. Building on decades of experience in motion technology, the company is positioning itself as...

New frontiers of Yasa’s axial flux electric motor

The axial flux electric motor introduced by Yasa demonstrates that it is possible to significantly exceed current power density standards in production electric motors. The automotive industry, and potentially others, may see...
Dema and Siemens together to meet the challenge of the Smart Digital Inspection System

Dema and Siemens together to meet the challenge of the Smart Digital Inspection System

Innovation and automation: Dema and Siemens together to meet the challenge of the Smart Digital Inspection System. For over 70 years, Dema has distinguished itself as a leader in...
Innovation in thermal management for electric vehicles

Innovation in thermal management for electric vehicles

ZF presents TherMaS, an innovative thermal management system designed to increase the range and efficiency of electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles. Among the pluses are increased autonomy and a compact, modular design:...