“Immersion cooling effectively suppresses thermal runaway propagation” Higher charging power and performance demands are increasing the thermal load on EV batteries. Webasto’s Dr Hans Beyer explains when immersion cooling offers advantages and what challenges remain before it can reach volume production. Benjamin Müller
“Silicone gaskets offer excellent compression set resistance” As EV packs become more integrated, fire protection must be designed around cells, venting and production. Dow Automotive Application Scientist Roman Vanecek explains how silicone materials support safer battery systems Benjamin Müller
Schaeffler and CATL target European EV platforms Schaeffler and CATL are expanding their e-mobility cooperation to develop battery management systems and integrated PowerBox solutions for European carmakers. The agreement combines Schaeffler’s system integration with CATL’s battery scale and cell expertise. Benjamin Müller
Skoda starts production of its Peaq electric SUV Skoda has started series production of the Peaq in Mladá Boleslav. The seven-seat electric SUV uses the Volkswagen Group’s MEB platform, offers up to 91 kWh of battery capacity and brings bidirectional charging to the brand’s new flagship. Benjamin Müller
What to expect at the Automotive Battery Conference 2026 The Automotive Battery Conference returns to Munich on 21 and 22 October 2026. In an environment shaped by technological and regulatory change, the event offers the industry guidance and a view of the battery of the future. Benjamin Müller
How BMW makes its hydrogen model production-ready A flat hydrogen tank system, up to 750 km range and Gen6 battery compatibility: BMW is positioning the iX5 Hydrogen as a fuel-cell variant that fits its broader EV architecture rather than a separate technical outlier. Andrea Hoffmann-Topp
What MG’s new semi-solid-state battery can deliver MG is bringing semi-solid-state battery technology closer to series production. The Solid-Core battery promises improved performance, charging and stability — marking a tangible step towards next-generation battery systems. Wolfgang Gomoll
What to expect at the ChargeTec Conference 2026 On 28 and 29 April 2026, the ChargeTec Conference returns to Munich. Across a broad range of technical, regulatory and operational topics, the event examines how charging technology and infrastructure must evolve to support the next phase of electric mobility. Benjamin Müller
Is the range extender making a comeback? It became clear not only during a tour of the IAA in Munich: the much-maligned range extenders could become a topic for us again. Suppliers are working hard on the drive technology - not just for customers in China. Stefan Grundhoff
New Battery Project Pursues Highly Cooperative Scaling With the aim of accelerating the industrialisation of novel production and battery technologies, RWTH Aachen, the Fraunhofer Research Institution for Battery Cell Production FFB, and the German mixing technology developer HS-Tumbler are launching the KOOP project. Götz Fuchslocher
What China's GB 38031-2025 Means for EV Batteries With GB 38031-2025, China aims to usher in a new era of battery safety: "no fire, no explosion" is the motto. What initially sounds like a technical detail could fundamentally change the global EV market. Dr. Martin Large
“Our concept does not require module housings or inner frames” In the run-up to the Automotive Battery Conference, we interviewed Maximilian Schirp, CTO & Co-founder at ivilion. The 7th edition of the international event will take place on 9 and 10 July 2025 in Munich, and Schirp is one of the speakers. Benjamin Müller
What Drives Battery Development in Germany Battery technology is entering a new era: In the strategies of German players, topics such as higher energy density, 800V, battery recycling, re-use, and data passports dominate. What are the next steps? Find the answers here. Andrea Hoffmann-Topp
Why is the switch to 48-volt electrical systems important now? The tension is rising: VW and Audi are pushing the switch to 48-volt electrical systems. At the 12th Automotive Wire Harness Congress, Dr. Bodo Specht from VW and Dr. Uli Mende from Audi discussed the challenges and opportunities of switching to 48 V in the automotive industry. Dr. Martin Large
