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Combustion Engines for Climate Protection

The 11th edition of the International Motor Congress took place in Baden-Baden on February 27 and 28, 2024. With 280 participants on site and a further 50 who have joined online.

Gasoline Cars and Hybrids are the Most Popular

Drivetrain Infographic

In 2023, it was mainly gasoline-powered cars that were newly registered in Germany. New registrations of BEVs also increased. However, hybrids are still more popular than purely electric cars.

A Comparison of International Hydrogen Strategies

Hydrogen In the Spotlight

What are the strategies of individual countries for the use of hydrogen? The "H2 Kompass" project has documented which goals are being pursued, how hydrogen is to be produced and where it is to be used.

Comparison of Battery Strategies in Different Countries

Battery In the Spotlight

Countries around the world are developing political strategies for battery technologies. A current Fraunhofer study compares battery policies. It analyzes lithium-ion, solid-state and alternative batteries.

How the Global Graphene Market is Developing

Materials Technology In the Spotlight

Graphene has properties like no other material - and great economic potential. How will the global market and fields of application develop over the next few years? An overview.

Infineon Concludes New SiC Supply Agreements

20-02-2024 Automotive Industry News

Two orders for 150 mm SiC wafers: Infineon Technologies has announced new supply agreements with SK Siltron CSS and Wolfspeed.

Magna Presents New 800 V eDrive

16-02-2024 Drivetrain News

The next-generation eDrive solution was presented at CES 2024. The drive delivers up to 250 kW of power and can also be installed rotated by 90°.

China Leads in E-mobility, but not in the Electricity Mix

Electro Mobility In the Spotlight

A consistent industrial policy has helped China to become the world market leader in electromobility. This also includes the production of batteries. However, the electricity mix in China itself means that this form of mobility is by no means regenerative.

Ford Trucks Presents New F-Line Series

13-02-2024 Commercial Vehicles News

Ford Trucks has presented the new F-Line series. The new truck series consists of road vehicles, construction vehicles and tractor units.

Chery Expands Development Center

Chery is expanding its development center in Raunheim near Frankfurt. This was announced by the Chinese vehicle manufacturer in the run-up to the market launch of its two models Omoda 5 and Jaecoo 7.

BYD Launches a New Electric SUV with the Seal U

09-02-2024 Sport Utility Vehicle News

BYD is expanding its range of vehicles in Germany with the all-electric family SUV Seal U. The five-seater can travel up to 500 km on a single charge.

Net Zero Industry Act Strengthens Production of CO2-neutral Technologies

The EU is launching the Net-zero Industry Act. The goal: 40% of the EU's demand for technologies such as photovoltaics, wind turbines, batteries and heat pumps should come from European production by 2030.

Volkswagen Unveils the Revamped Golf 8

08-02-2024 Compact Car News

The VW Golf gets a facelift for its 50th birthday. The changes mainly affect much-criticized points in the interior. The PHEV models now offer a purely electric range of around 100 km.

Porsche Presents New 800-Volt Macan SUV

07-02-2024 Sport Utility Vehicle News

Porsche has presented its second battery-electric model: The new Porsche Macan will be launched this year as the Macan 4 and the Macan Turbo.

Stellantis Presents STLA Large Platform

06-02-2024 Automotive Engineering News

Stellantis unveils STLA Large, the second of its four electric car platforms. Electric vehicles from Dodge, Jeep, Alfa Romeo, Chrysler and Maserati are to be built on this platform.

Quantum Magnetometers Detect the Smallest Material Defects at an Early Stage

25-01-2024 Materials Technology News

Automotive engineering or aerospace need reliable and resistant materials. Quantum magnetometers can be used to detect the smallest damage before the materials show any recognizable cracks.

More and More Charging Points with High Charging Power

In Germany, more and more charging points are offering high-power charging. Nevertheless, standard charging points continue to dominate.

Why Not All AI is the Same

ChatGPT, GenAI and the power of algorithms are making headlines and fueling the AI debate. But what is behind these technologies? An overview.

Bidirectional Charging Still Reaches Its Limits

Charging Infrastructure In the Spotlight

Bidirectional charging promises greater energy security: Electric car batteries that absorb and release electricity could compensate for the fluctuating energy supply from renewable sources. But it's not that simple.

Automated Driving: Engineering Level X

The 9th International ATZ Conference "Automated Driving" will focus on current developments in the field of automated driving and assistance systems. ATZlive and cooperation partner Continental invite you for an exchange of ideas to Frankfurt am Main (Germany) on March 19 and 20, 2024. Register now!