The automotive industry is witnessing a transformative moment as several major breakthroughs in electric vehicle technology emerge simultaneously. From record-breaking battery developments to advanced electric powertrains, these innovations are set to redefine what's possible in electric mobility, with some technologies ready for production as soon as next year.
Mercedes-Benz has achieved a remarkable milestone in addressing range anxiety with their EQS prototype, equipped with solid-state battery technology. The vehicle demonstrated an impressive 749-mile range on a single charge during real-world testing [1].
In parallel developments, Rimac Technology has unveiled a groundbreaking new generation of electric axles (eAxles) that promise unprecedented efficiency and power density. The company plans to begin production of these advanced eAxles next year, featuring ultra-light rotors capable of achieving exceptional performance metrics [2] [3].
On the battery technology front, researchers at Tianjin University have achieved a remarkable laboratory breakthrough, developing a battery with an energy density of 604.2 Wh/kg, potentially enabling ranges of up to 1,000 miles [4].
The software side of vehicle development is also advancing rapidly, with RemotiveLabs introducing a free trial of RemotiveTopology, a new infrastructure-as-code solution for software-defined vehicles (SDVs) [5].
- Mercedes EQS Solid-State Prototype Covers 749 Miles on One Charge
- Rimac reveals 'groundbreaking' solid-state tech
- Rimac Technology reveals next-generation e-axles
- Battery Breakthrough Claims Double Tesla’s Energy Density
- RemotiveLabs launches free trial of RemotiveTopology for infrastructure as code in SDVs
