Tesla has launched a new “Ownership Loyalty Program” with some significant discounts – something that CEO Elon Musk has said Tesla wouldn’t do. But the program is only in China for now.
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Source: Charge Forward
Welcome to the first installment of Unico’s Test Stand Tech Tips. Here, Unico will provide you with a brief introduction to its solutions and welcome you to watch the video below, where the Director of Engineering, Don Wright, will walk you through some of the benefits associated with the implementation of SiC inverters and common bus-based system designs.
While Unico is typically known for our AC Drive Systems, multi-axis control and related dyno test solutions, it is also currently supplying test systems to a majority of the OEM’s, integrators, and machine builders for the following manufacturing and development applications:
To address the shift towards electrification, Unico has adapted to its customer’s needs by developing SiC and IGBT based common DC bus designs for systems that utilize both AC and DC power for applications such as eAxle, Inverter, and EDU applications.
Unico’s new SiC power platform can help take your EV propulsion development to new levels by utilizing a modular concept that applies SiC power modules for both AC & DC testing/control applications. For AC applications, the SiC modules are applied as high-performance dyno drives, universal inverters, and e-motor emulators. As a high-performance DC source, the modules can operate as scalable battery test systems or battery emulators up to 1200VDC@40kHz.
You can rely on Unico as a test and validation partner for your EV application. Connect today with a Unico representative for your next project.
Donald Wright
Director of Engineering
Don.Wright@unicous.com
Rod Line
Director of Sales – Test Stands
rod.line@unicous.com
The credit doesn’t have a cap, so Tesla, GM, and Toyota can benefit. However, there are rules that may initially hinder EV adoption.
Source: Electric Vehicle News
Colorful electric truck startup Nikola Motor (NASDAQ: NKLA) will acquire energy storage specialist Romeo Power (NYSE: RMO) in an all-stock transaction. The deal values Romeo’s equity at approximately $144 million.
Headquartered in Cypress, California, Romeo is focused on designing and manufacturing battery modules and packs for commercial vehicles. As Romeo’s largest customer, Nikola expects the acquisition will allow for significant operational improvement and cost reduction in battery pack production.
“Romeo has been a valued supplier to Nikola, and we are excited to further leverage their technological capabilities as the landscape for vehicle electrification grows more sophisticated,” said Nikola CEO Mark Russell. “With control over the essential battery pack technologies and manufacturing process, we believe we will be able to accelerate the development of our electrification platform and better serve our customers.”
“Nikola has been a cornerstone of our development and growth, and this is a natural evolution of our relationship,” said Romeo Power Board Chairman Robert Mancini. “Our products provide critical energy density important to heavy-duty vehicles, combined with safety performance and battery management software.”
Source: Nikola Motor
Source: Electric Vehicles Magazine
Ford is co-hosting a CEO summit today along with several major US chipmakers to discuss how they can address the chip shortage holding back the EV industry.
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Source: Charge Forward
The MG4 EV compact hatchback will be one of the most affordable electric vehicles in the UK when it debuts in September.
Source: Electric Vehicle News
The top result is over 10% slower than the Tesla Model 3 and Model Y.
Source: Electric Vehicle News
After writing a song about the F-150 Lightning, Fallon just had to show up at the factory and surprise the workers.
Source: Electric Vehicle News
Major floods in Kentucky have left people homeless, injured, and dead. Lightning electric trucks are helping with mobile power.
Source: Electric Vehicle News
Tesla has disclosed that it is lobbying the Ontario government for a potential new factory in Canada. The new lobbying effort comes after several hints from Tesla CEO Elon Musk in regards to building a Gigafactory in the country.
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Source: Charge Forward
