Winduction Puts Wireless Bus Charging Inside the Tyres
ETH Zurich spin-off Winduction fits charging coils inside bus tyres for wireless bus charging at stops, with a passenger pilot near Zurich Airport set for 2028.
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Trump Administration Slashes US Fuel Economy Standards for Cars and Trucks
The US has cut fuel economy standards for new cars and light trucks, lowering the 2031 fleet target from about 50.4 to 34.9 miles per gallon.
Global Fossil Fuel Emissions Set to Fall in 2026 as Oil Demand Slumps
Global fossil fuel emissions are set to fall about 0.5 per cent in 2026 as the Hormuz crisis cuts oil and gas demand faster than coal can replace it.
China’s CO2 Emissions Fall In Q2 2026 As Oil Use Plummets
China CO2 emissions fell 1% in Q2 2026 as oil use dropped 9% during the Hormuz crisis, the first decline driven by oil demand alone, analysis finds.
Depotcharge Raises €2.7m to Open Idle Truck Chargers to Rival Fleets
Munich start-up Depotcharge has raised €2.7 million to turn idle depot charging points into a shared network for Germany's electric road freight fleets.
Breakthroughs in Battery Technology Could Transform EV Performance
Discover how recent breakthroughs in EV battery technology could enhance range and performance for electric vehicles in tough conditions.
Donut Lab Unveils Groundbreaking Electric Vehicle Motors
Donut Lab's revolutionary wheel-integrated motor technology could redefine performance and efficiency in the electric vehicle industry.
EV Battery Tech Innovator Anaphite Secures $13.7m
Find out how Anaphite's Series A financing round is driving the development of cost-effective and sustainable EV batteries.
EV Battery Lifespans Are Up To 20 years, Finds Research
New research suggests that electric vehicle batteries could last up to 20 years before needing replacement.