Rock Tech Lithium and Siemens Canada are developing a digital twin for the Red Rock lithium conversion plant in Ontario to optimize production and operational efficiency.
Guangzhou Futures Exchange intends to launch lithium hydroxide futures by Q4 2026, providing a new hedging instrument for the electric vehicle supply chain.
WACKER has launched ELASTOSIL LR 3822, a self-lubricating liquid silicone rubber designed to improve the automated assembly of EV battery cooling system seals.
LG Energy Solution and Seoul National University have improved the stability of cobalt-free LMR batteries by optimizing voltage and formation processes.
Dongfeng Motor will launch its 350 Wh/kg solid-liquid hybrid battery in October 2026, with mass production installation scheduled for the fourth quarter.
A study by Aviloo analyzing over 500,000 tests shows that EV batteries maintain high capacity after 150,000 km, though degradation varies by climate and habits.
Tesla has produced its first Cybertruck using lithium refined at its own Gulf Coast facility in Texas, creating a domestic supply chain loop.
TEADIT will discuss sealing technology challenges in EV battery gigafactories during a webinar at the Virtual Conference on EV Engineering in September 2026.
ProLogium has started mass production of its 381 Wh/kg solid-state battery cells for electric vehicles.
Xiaomi has unveiled the Dragonscale battery for its Skynomad SUV line, offering a free replacement car in case of fire due to quality defects.
Churod Electronics highlights the role of FPC-based cell contacting systems in reducing battery pack manufacturing costs and improving data accuracy.
CATL Chairman Robin Zeng warns that China's rapid EV launch pace of three new models per day is causing batch battery failures due to shortened validation cycles.
EV diagnostics company Aviloo analyzed over 500,000 battery health tests across 20 popular electric vehicle models to assess long-term capacity retention.
