Innovation / Fleet

Japanese manufacturer Subaru took advantage of the recent New York Auto Show to unveil three new vehicles

The rise of electric vehicles and portable electronic devices highlights the need for more efficient, safer, and longer-lasting batteries. Currently, lithium-ion batteries dominate the market, enabling major advancements in energy storage. However, they have limitations in terms of safety, energy density, and lifespan. In this context, solid-state batteries are emerging as a promising alternative. This article examines their advantages and prospects for large-scale adoption.

BMW recently announced the arrival of an engine powered by hydrogen, considered the [translation] "fuel of the future", with production planned for 2028

Korean automaker Hyundai took advantage of the Seoul Mobility Show to unveil the new version of its hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle, the NEXO.

American giant General Motors recently inaugurated a new design studio, located not in Detroit or elsewhere in the United States, but in the Birmingham area of the United Kingdom.

A German start-up operating under the name Theion is currently exploring the possibility of commercializing a new generation of batteries for electric cars that would be less expensive, more energy-dense, and less problematic for the environment than current lithium-ion batteries.

All indications suggest that electric car batteries could soon be 99% recyclable. 

The mechanical world is evolving at a rapid pace. This time, the legendary companies ZF Friedrichshafen and Brembo announced that they are the first suppliers of wire-braking systems, a technology that could soon render the old hydraulic configuration obsolete.

While Japanese automaker Mazda currently uses a Chinese platform for its electric sedan sold in that country, it plans to launch its own platform starting in 2027.