Battery Reconditioning for EVs: What’s Possible and What’s Not | Midtronics
Electric vehicles are becoming more common in service bays, trade-in lanes, and used car inventories. With that comes a wave of new questions, and when a| Midtronics
After two years and $510 million dollars Quebec is ending its support of Northvolt's $7-billion battery factory in the province The post Quebec loses $270 million, walks away from Northvolt battery factory appeared first on Electric Autonomy Canada.| Electric Autonomy Canada
The company is nearing completion on its first full-scale lithium production plant and looking for to eastern Canada for its next site The post Mangrove Lithium planning a second Canadian commercial facility appeared first on Electric Autonomy Canada.| Electric Autonomy Canada
New real-world V2G trials show EVs can generate significant income for drivers — and the technology is ready now The post A V2G-ready EV could earn $10,000 in 10 years, says Jeff Dahn appeared first on Electric Autonomy Canada.| Electric Autonomy Canada
For over three decades, lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries have been at the center of the world energy transition—powering smartphones, enabling electric vehicles (EVs), and storing intermittent renewable energy. But as 2025 unfolds, cracks are beginning to appear in lithium-ion’s dominance. Rising lithium, cobalt, and nickel prices, mounting geopolitical risks, environmental concerns, and supply chain vulnerabilities are [...] The post Battery Wars 2025: The Promise of Alternatives to Lithiu...| EVMechanica
If you’ve been keeping an eye on the latest electric vehicles coming through your shop or just following industry news, you’ve probably heard a lot more lately about LFP batteries. That’s lithium iron phosphate. While NMC (nickel manganese cobalt) and NCA (nickel cobalt aluminum) chemistries have been dominant in the EV landscape until now, but […] The post What to Know About LFP Batteries appeared first on Midtronics.| Midtronics
There’s a lot of buzz about how electric vehicles are “maintenance-free.” And it’s true, EVs don’t need oil changes, timing belts, or spark plugs. But let’s be honest, no car is truly maintenance-free, and that includes EVs. If you’re a service advisor, shop owner or manager, or technician working with a growing number of electric […] The post What to Tell Customers About ‘EV Maintenance-Free’ Claims appeared first on Midtronics.| Midtronics
When an internal combustion engine car has trouble starting or moving, most techs know where to begin: battery, starter, fuel delivery, ignition. But EVs are a different game. With fewer mechanical parts and more sophisticated electronics, powertrain issues can sometimes mask as battery problems when the real fault lies deeper. If your shop is seeing […] The post When a Battery Isn’t the Problem: Diagnosing EV Powertrain Faults appeared first on Midtronics.| Midtronics
Let’s address one thing right off the hop: just because EVs don’t need oil changes doesn’t mean they don’t need service. In fact, when it comes to preventative maintenance, EVs present new opportunities for shops that know where to look. As more customers roll in with electric vehicles, shops and service advisors need to shift […] The post What Preventative Maintenance Actually Looks Like on an EV appeared first on Midtronics.| Midtronics
Electric vehicles are becoming more common in service bays, trade-in lanes, and used car inventories. With that comes a wave of new questions, and when a| Midtronics
Ontario junior mining company study results confirm it’s tracking to be the "lowest-cost producer of spodumene concentrate" in North America| Electric Autonomy Canada
Imagine a customer walks into your dealership, ready to trade in their electric vehicle. It looks great, drives well, and the mileage is reasonable. But| Midtronics
Learn how to check EV battery health with simple tips to assess battery performance and longevity, as well as what to do with your old EV battery.| joosup
Get an answer to the question of how long do electric car batteries last. Learn about factors affecting their lifespan, and tips for extending battery life.| joosup
Automotive service professionals are well-versed in how internal combustion engine vehicles must be serviced, from filters and spark plugs to fluids in| Midtronics
