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LAS VEGAS—Aptera Motors Corp. has unveiled its much-anticipated solar-powered vehicle at the 2025 Consumer Electronics Show here.

NEW YORK—According to Statistica Inc., BYD Auto Co. has surpassed Tesla Inc., to become the world’s largest manufacturer of electric vehicles.

LAS VEGAS—Engineers at Mahle have developed new thermal management technology that was inspired by nature, including a battery cooling plate and a bionic fan.

Engineers at the Korea Advanced Institute of Science & Technology (KAIST) have developed a way to precisely determine the health of batteries by only using small amounts of electrical current.

CAMBRIDGE, England—According to a recent study by IDTechEx, autonomous and electric vehicle applications will drive demand for copper over the next decade.

Electric vehicle batteries are bulky items that demand automation to address ergonomic risks and meet throughput requirements. Whether it’s a battery cell, module or pack, conveyors can address these concerns while making assembly lines faster, flexible and efficient.

TOKYO—Honda Motor Co. and Nissan Motor Co. are planning to join forces to compete in the fast-changing automotive landscape.

COVINGTON, GA—Archer Aviation Inc. has received a certificate of occupancy for its new 400,000-square-foot assembly plant here.

SEOUL—Hyundai Mobis has developed a new battery cell cooling material to prevent overheating during ultra-fast charging of electric vehicles.

As electric vehicles become more popular on land, sea and air, high-voltage testing, analysis and validation is more important than ever.