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Overheating is one of the biggest challenges facing engineers developing new types of battery technology. Too much thermal activity can reduce performance, cause malfunctions and increase the risk of fires and other serious problems in electric vehicles.

NOVI, MI—Responding to unprecedented growth in battery manufacturing, ABB has developed an agile production process that aims to reduce bottlenecks.

GOTHENBURG, Sweden—Volvo Trucks has begun producing electric trucks at its Tuve assembly plant here.

Boat manufactures around the world are ramping up production of electric watercraft ranging from pontoons to speedboats. They’re turning to batteries to produce emission-free products that deliver on range and speed.

GHENT, Belgium—Volvo Trucks has opened its first battery assembly plant here.

AUBURN HILLS, MI—Stellantis plans to produce an electric version of its Dodge Charger muscle car.

CHICAGO—To help reduce its carbon footprint, Metra plans to convert six of its oldest diesel locomotives to battery power.

TROY, MI—According to a recent study conducted by J.D. Power. Some EV owners in states such as California and Texas have been plagued by problems such as nonfunctioning charging stations.

WASHINGTON—President Joe Biden has signed the much-anticipated Inflation Reduction Act, which promises to spur domestic investment in electric vehicle technology. The bipartisan legislation includes automotive manufacturing and consumer purchase incentives to expand vehicle electrification in the United States.

LANSING, MI—The Upper Peninsula of Michigan is has an abundance of scenic coastlines and a rich mining heritage. However, the UP also has a shortage of infrastructure for charging electric vehicles.