Quectel Wireless Solutions, a global IoT solutions provider, will be participating as an exhibitor and keynote speaker at the upcoming Connected Auto & Electric Vehicles (CAEV) India event, set to take place in Bengaluru.

This prestigious event gathers industry leaders, innovators, and policymakers to discuss and showcase the latest trends, technologies, and solutions in the connected auto and electric vehicle sectors. Manfred Lindacher, VP Global Sales Automotive at Quectel Wireless Solutions, is scheduled to deliver one of the opening keynote addresses on the first day of the event.

During the show, Quectel is set to unveil the AW200Z multi-mode smart LTE module equipped with Bluetooth and Wi-Fi functionalities, designed with functionality to help meet the requirements of the two-wheeler industry. This innovative module is powered by Qualcomm’s advanced 64-bit quad-core Cortex-A53 processors, coupled with an integrated Adreno 702 GPU.

Designed to meet the diverse requirements of both industrial and consumer sectors, it offers robust performance and versatile multimedia capabilities. With its extensive support and reliability, it stands out as the preferred choice for applications demanding high data rates and long-term usage. The AW200Z harnesses the Qualcomm® QWM2290 SoC and boasts an array of features including Bike-to-Cloud connectivity, seamless integration with Vehicle Hardware Abstraction Layer (HAL), and proactive service provision, enabling customers to streamline their two-wheeler application development processes effortlessly.

The module boasts enhanced mobile rendering APIs for image and video applications, leveraging the capabilities of the Adreno 702 GPU. It also provides worldwide LTE, UMTS/HSPA+, and GSM/GPRS/EDGE coverage, along with dual ISPs and support for up to 25 MP camera @ 30 fps, enabling seamless recording and playback of 1080P videos @ 30 fps. Additionally, its multi-constellation GNSS receiver ensures fast and accurate fixes in various environments, making it ideal for applications requiring precise location services.

“Participating in CAEV India is a fantastic opportunity for Quectel to demonstrate our commitment to the Indian market and our leading position in the global IoT and automotive sectors,” said Norbert Muhrer, President and CSO, Quectel Wireless Solutions.

“We’re also delighted to introduce the AW200Z smart module, ideal for customers in the two-wheeler industry.”

During the event, Quectel will showcase its full range of cellular, C-V2X, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, ultra-wideband and smart automotive products and solutions, engineered to meet the rigorous demands of the industry, offering high performance, low latency, and robust security features essential for connected vehicles and autonomous driving technologies.

Demonstrations from both Quectel and Ikotek will include:

• Smart Instrumental Cluster by Longxin Electronic Technology: This advanced cluster features Bluetooth-enabled keyless unlocking, one-button start functionality, and supports a range of unlocking methods including Bluetooth, NFC, App, and mobile phone NFC. Additionally, it integrates seamlessly with a rear-mounted 4G communication box for enhanced connectivity. With built-in alarm and flasher capabilities, it offers comprehensive security features. Furthermore, it supports one-wire/485 connectivity for versatile integration.
• BMS 4G Cloud Box: This cutting-edge device features LTE Cat 1 connectivity for high-speed data transfer. It supports Base Station Positioning for accurate location tracking. Compatible with one-wire/485 connections, it offers versatile integration capabilities. It also boasts IP65 rating for durability and resilience against environmental factors.
• 4G Battery-Powered Tracker: Equipped with LTE Cat 1 connectivity, this tracker ensures fast and reliable data transmission. It features GPS/BeiDou/Base Station Positioning for precise location tracking. Optional serial/485 connectivity offers flexibility in integration and additionally, it supports patch cards and has an IP67 rating, making it durable and suitable for various environmental conditions.
• T-BOX B: This advanced device operates on LTE Cat 1 network, providing robust connectivity. It utilizes GPS/BeiDou/Base Station Positioning for accurate location tracking. With support for CAN/485/Wireless connections, it offers versatile integration options. This device can also accommodate patch cards and features a built-in battery for uninterrupted operation. Furthermore, it includes an integrated alarm system for enhanced security.

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Telenor IoT and Giken Mobility join forces to introduce cutting-edge connectivity solutions for the Iso UNO-X electric motorcycle. This partnership fuses Italian heritage, precision engineering, and advanced technology to set a new standard in electric mobility.

Telenor IoT, a leading brand in connectivity solutions, announces its partnership with Giken Mobility, a player in the electric vehicle industry.

This strategic collaboration is set to improve the landscape of electric motorcycle connectivity, enhancing safety, convenience, and rider experience for the Iso UNO-X electric motorcycle.

Born from Italian heritage and rejuvenated on a global scale, the Iso brand, founded in 1948, has reemerged with a bold vision for the future of electric mobility. In partnership with Giken Mobility, the Iso UNO-X electric motorcycle is a testament to innovation and Italian craftsmanship. Iso’s commitment to sustainability and eco-friendliness aligns with Giken Mobility’s aspiration to replace conventional petrol-powered scooters with electric alternatives.

Giken Mobility, a subsidiary of SGX-listed GSS Energy, specializes in precision engineering and holds the license for Iso Motorcycles.

The Iso UNO-X, a fully electric motorcycle equipped with a 7-inch dashboard boasting an intuitive user interface, will start its journey on the roads of Hong Kong and Malaysia. Telenor IoT’s managed connectivity will play an instrumental role in enhancing the Iso UNO-X’s capabilities, ensuring real-time data analysis while ensuring customer privacy and data security.

The partnership introduces the “Mio Iso” application, integrating with the Iso UNO-X’s connectivity to provide a new dimension of riding experience. Through Telenor IoT’s managed connectivity, riders can access smart features, including battery health monitoring for safer journeys, remote vehicle management, and diagnostics to optimize overall efficiency.

“We recognized the potential for enhancing the value proposition of our electric motorcycles beyond the bike itself,” says Sydney Yeung, CEO of Giken. “Telenor IoT’s robust managed connectivity solution allowed us to realize features that were previously unimaginable, ultimately prioritizing the safety, convenience, and reliability that our riders deserve.”

Giken Mobility’s decision to partner with Telenor IoT was founded on the latter’s proven track record of working with automotive industry leaders and its strong presence in markets like Thailand.

As the electric mobility revolution gains momentum, Giken Mobility is set to stand apart from competitors.

“Our collaboration with Giken Mobility marks a significant milestone in the evolution of electric mobility,” said Mats Lundquist, CEO of Telenor IoT.

“We are proud to provide the connectivity backbone that drives the Iso UNO-X to new heights, setting a precedent for the future of electric motorcycles.”

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Berg Insight today released new findings about the market for Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) for electric buses.

The market value for electric bus ITS deployed in European public transport operations was € 57.1 million in 2022. Growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 39 percent, this number is expected to reach € 297.2 million by 2027. The North American market for electric bus ITS is similarly forecasted to grow at a CAGR of 30 percent from € 15.5 million in 2022 to reach € 58.2 million in 2027.

Berg Insight is of the opinion that the market for ITS solutions for electric buses is in a growth phase which will last for several years to come. Mega-challenges such as urbanisation, climate change and traffic congestion continue to encourage investments in electric buses and ITS, contributing to a positive outlook for the market.

Some ITS players offer complete turnkey solutions including functionality for most of the ITS applications for electric buses utilised by public transport operators, but many vendors on the market are also specialised ITS players focusing on a few sub-systems. Major international ITS players such as INIT, IVU, Clever Devices and Trapeze can provide turnkey solutions, including solutions for electric buses. ITS providers are beginning to see larger scale implementations of electric bus fleets after several years of mostly pilot projects with only a few vehicles each.

One of the leading telematics providers in Europe and North America for electric buses is ChargePoint, following its acquisition of Dutch ViriCiti in 2021. ChargePoint has increased its footprint in the fleet segment significantly and added both hardware and software solutions for the management of buses to its portfolio of charging station hardware, software and services. Other important vendors serving public transport companies with different types of solutions include the French group EQUANS through the subsidiary Ineo Systrans, as well as the Scandinavian companies Consat Telematics, FARA and Saga Tenix. The Canadian company GIRO is an important player in the scheduling and planning segment, while PSI Transcom is a prominent provider of depot and charging management software in Europe.

“Implementations of electric bus fleets are really starting to take off and there are already several cities in Europe with fleets operating over 100 electric buses”, said Caspar Jansson, IoT Analyst, Berg Insight.

The integration of electric buses and charging stations increases the need for ITS solutions connecting all the necessary infrastructure including electric buses, charging stations and depots. Many operators and agencies start by investing in a basic monitoring solution, but as the bus fleets go from pilot projects to larger deployments, the actors need to complement with additional subsystems for dispatching, scheduling, charging station management and depot management.

Mr. Jansson concluded:

“Operators face greater complexity with large electric vehicle fleets. Optimizing routes and supplying the required energy at the right time to the right vehicle is significantly easier with a modern ITS solution for electrified fleets.”

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Berg Insight just released new findings about the market for electric vehicle charging infrastructure in Europe and North America.

The number of connected EV charging points in Europe and North America reached an estimated 3.3 million units in 2021. Europe represents the largest share comprising around 2.6 million of these charging points, corresponding to a connectivity penetration rate of 57 percent. In North America, about 0.7 million of the total number of charging points were connected, equivalent to a connectivity penetration rate of 52 percent. Growing at a compound annual growth rate of 40 percent, the number of connected charging points in the two regions is expected to reach 18.0 million in 2026.

The connected EV charging station market is served by a variety of players. The type of companies offering back-office software platforms for charging stations include dedicated charging station management software providers, hardware providers as well as charge point operators (CPOs). The back-office platforms developed in-house by CPOs are in some cases also offered as white-label solutions to other CPOs. In North America, ChargePoint is a CPO with proprietary hardware and software solutions that additionally offers its solutions to other CPOs. The company is a clear leader in terms of charging points connected to its software platform in North America.

Additional companies having a notable number of connected charging stations on their platform in the region include Flo, SemaConnect, EV Connect, Blink Charging, Shell Recharge Solutions and Tesla. ChargePoint and Enel X further account for the majority of the connected home chargers in the region. Examples of specialized software vendors with a significant number of charging points connected to their platforms in Europe include Last Mile Solutions, Virta, AMPECO, Greenflux and Driivz. Some more hardware focused actors like Easee, Pod Point and Zaptec have many connected charging points but usually support a less comprehensive set of use cases with their software offering. Full-service providers like Shell Recharge Solutions and EVBox (Engie) have become significant actors in Europe and have notable numbers of charging points connected to their back-office platforms. A number of European CPOs have also developed proprietary software solutions with numerous charging points under management with examples including Vattenfall, Innogy and Allego.

“The integration of communications technology in EV charging stations can have a considerable impact on the energy costs related to an EV charging station”, said Caspar Jansson, IoT Analyst, Berg Insight.

Load balancing is a central component to reduce strain on local grids and enable site owners to keep their charging output within the capacity of their contracts and grid connection. Connectivity also enables electric vehicle drivers to locate chargers, monitor charging availability, book chargers and manage payments using smartphone apps.

Mr. Jansson continued:

“Connected charging points can be monitored closely and controlled so that they only use surplus energy or only charge when energy prices are low. The increasing adoption of EVs together with increasing energy costs will only strengthen the case for connected and smart charging solutions”

He adds that most of the connected charging points in Europe and North America are either in public or semi-public applications.

“The number of connected home charging stations is still relatively limited in both regions. The share of connected home charging points is expected to increase, along with the general trend of our homes becoming smarter and people’s efforts to reduce energy costs continue”, concluded Mr. Jansson.

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Today, T-Mobile and VinFast announced an agreement for the Un-carrier to be the exclusive provider of connectivity for VinFast’s smart electric vehicles in North America and Europe.

This long-term, multi-million-dollar deal will deliver more personalized in-car experiences and the ability to leverage near real-time telemetry data for more informed and timely maintenance and service decisions.

Under the agreement, T-Mobile will provide connectivity for VinFast’s electric vehicles in North America and Europe, including the VF 6, VF 7, VF 8 and VF 9. These vehicles will come with built-in capabilities that power connected services such as remote vehicle services; streaming media and gaming on-the-go; safety features, including live traffic information; Wi-Fi hotspot data on select models, to help passengers stay connected; as well as over the air firmware and software updates.

Additionally, by leveraging T-Mobile’s IoT platform, VinFast will connect and manage the service and maintenance of millions of new electric vehicles worldwide, based on near real-time data, performance monitoring and remote notifications. VinFast is committed to interacting with its customers through its corporate-owned and operated stores, several of which will include parts and service centers that will be set up to manage these needs.

“VinFast’s goal is to turn our smart electric vehicles into a platform that connects every aspect of life,” said Mdm. Le Thi Thu Thuy, Vice Chairwoman of Vingroup and Chairwoman of VinFast.

“Through our partnership with world-leading partners like T-Mobile, we’re delivering advanced features and functionality designed to make the journey safe, efficient and more enjoyable.”

“Both T-Mobile and VinFast are driven by a customer-first mindset, so it’s inspiring and motivating to support their innovation and the needs of their customers,” said Callie Field, President, T-Mobile Business Group. “Electric vehicles are rapidly evolving from a mere mode of transportation to a companion that offers productivity, entertainment and safety features throughout the journey — and we can’t wait to help VinFast customers experience this, no matter where the road takes them.”

Established in 2017, VinFast is known for its cutting-edge manufacturing, advanced technology, and stunning design. VinFast was one of the very first automakers in the world to completely switch from internal combustion vehicles to an all-electric future. The company is also building a strong global foothold with its electric vehicle lineup, including VF 6, VF 7, VF 8 and VF 9.

VinFast has set up a U.S headquarters in Los Angeles, launched in-person retail stores across California and announced plans to build a factory in North Carolina. In late November, VinFast exported its first batch of VF 8s to the U.S. and will continue to export more to Canada and Europe.

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IoT connectivity and management powers heavy-duty technology to electrify the commercial truck industry.

Today, T-Mobile announced that Battle Motors has selected the Un-carrier as the preferred provider of IoT connectivity and management for thousands of new Battle Motors battery electric trucks rolling off the Ohio-based production line.

And these trucks are getting smarter, thanks to Battle Motors’ all new factory installed RevolutionOS EV software.

Like consumer automotive, the commercial truck industry is moving swiftly to embrace EV technology — and Battle Motors is no exception. Their RevolutionOS, powered by T-Mobile’s nationwide network, delivers actionable data and information to drivers and fleet managers that they can use to enhance efficiency, safety, and security.

As part of this long-term agreement, T-Mobile for Business will deliver 4G LTE connectivity to Battle Motors trucks for near real-time sharing of battery range and usage information, historic and near real-time location and trip data, timely preventative maintenance warnings, over-the-air software, and firmware updates — as well as the truck’s full bill of materials, such as VIN-specific information, parts, and manuals.

Every new Battle Motors class seven and class eight “heavy-duty” EV truck — like the ones that haul garbage, dirt, and freight — will come with a factory installed, ruggedized digital instrument cluster that runs RevolutionOS. And thanks to the power and reliability of T-Mobile’s nationwide network, Battle Motors’ RevolutionOS will let customers view and update critical information directly from the truck, or remotely from a desktop computer or mobile device, just by scanning a QR code!

Additionally, T-Mobile Control Center will give Battle Motors the ability to view and manage the connectivity of their trucks. With the automation and provisioning capabilities of T-Mobile’s IoT platform, Battle Motors can easily accelerate deployment of their growing line of trucks. Battle Motors will have near real-time visibility to all their commercial trucks with the ability to monitor network conditions and device behavior with T-Mobile Control Center.

In the near future, Battle Motors expects to leverage the Un-carrier’s 5G network to meet industrial-sized challenges for years to come as their trucks’ capabilities advance and the demands on connectivity increase. T-Mobile is poised to push IoT to its full potential and catapult adoption — paving the way for new electric vehicle applications that rely on low-latency, high-speed data, and real-time location and proximity-based services.

“Our primary focus has been on driving technology and innovation that gives our customers value and peace-of-mind when it comes to maintenance, efficiency, safety and compliance,” says Battle Motors CSO, Paul Marsolan.

“Together with T-Mobile, we’re able to merge analytics and operations to put rich, real-time decision-making data to work for our customers.”

“While we continue to grow our business market share, it energizes us to work with forward thinking companies that demonstrate leadership in areas like sustainable commercial transportation,” said Callie Field, President, T-Mobile Business Group. “Reliable connectivity, management and support is central to Battle Motors’ mission, and we’re honored that they entrusted their trucks and their customers to T-Mobile for Business.”

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Tele2 IoT is taking a step forward in the field of electric vehicle charging infrastructure and towards a sustainable automotive industry by providing connection of equipment to Elonroad, which has developed technology for electric roads where electric vehicles can be charged while driving.

Elonroad, a startup based in Lund, Sweden, has developed a solution in the form of an electric road where all kinds of electric vehicles – cars, buses, and trucks – regardless of manufacturer, can be charged while they are driving.

With more and more electric vehicles on the roads, charging while driving will reduce bottlenecks and also enable smaller batteries.

The solution consists of a rail that is integrated with the road by being installed directly on the asphalt. The rails can withstand all weather conditions and short rail segments are driven individually, which provides a high level of safety.

Karin Ebbinghaus, CEO of Elonroad, says:

“Our smart electric road needs to be connected to the internet in order for us to be able to control, optimize, and collect payments from users. The agreement with Tele2 is business-critical for us on our continued journey.”

Through 2CONTROL, Tele2 IoT’s platform for managing connected devices, Elonroad will be able to monitor and manage its IoT subscriptions. Elonroad’s service includes an integrated control system for individual measurement of each vehicle’s usage and can also analyze road conditions, such as where there are potential hazards, which can then be communicated to prevent accidents.

“Elonroad is an exciting startup with a solution that will be critical to achieve the goal of a fossil-independent vehicle fleet by 2030. By making 5G available, we secure Elonroad’s digital solution and ensure a reliable connection. As soon as 5G becomes available where Elonroad builds its electric roads, larger amounts of data that require low latency can e handled, such as the transfer of data from cameras. We are very proud to be a part of Elonroad’s continued journey”, says Stefan Trampus, EVP B2B at Tele2.

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Berg Insight just released new findings about the market for electric vehicle charging infrastructure in Europe and North America.

The number of connected EV charging points in Europe and North America reached an estimated 1.6 million units in 2020. Europe represents the largest share comprising around 1.3 million of these charging points, corresponding to a connectivity penetration rate of 53 percent. In North America, about 0.3 million of the total number of charging points were connected, equivalent to a connectivity penetration rate of 40 percent. Growing at a compound annual growth rate of 38 percent, the number of connected charging points in the two regions is expected to reach 7.9 million in 2025.

The connected EV charging station market is served by a variety of players. The type of companies offering back-office software platforms for charging stations include dedicated charging station management software providers, hardware providers as well as charge point operators (CPOs). The back-office platforms developed in-house by CPOs are in some cases also offered as white-label solutions to other CPOs. In North America, ChargePoint is a clear leader in terms of connected charging points. Additional companies having a notable number of connected charging stations on their platform in the region include AddÈnergie, SemaConnect, EV Connect, Blink Charging, Greenlots (Shell Group) and Tesla. ChargePoint and Enel X further account for the majority of the connected home chargers in the region. Examples of vendors having a significant number of connected charging points in Europe include Etrel (Landis+Gyr), Easee, EVBox (Engie), NewMotion (Shell Group), Last Mile Solutions, Greenflux, Has-to-be, Virta Pod Point and Driivz. The Nordic hardware providers CTEK and Zaptec also have large numbers of connected charging points. Additional notable players in Europe include Vattenfall, Innogy, Allego and Fortum.

“The integration of communications equipment in EV charging stations can improve operations and the delivered service noticeably in several ways”, said Caspar Jansson, IoT Analyst, Berg Insight. Charging stations can be equipped with load balancing functions to reduce strain on local grids, while charge point operators can monitor and manage their charging stations remotely. Electric vehicle drivers, in turn, can locate chargers, monitor charging availability, book chargers and manage payments using a smartphone app.

Mr. Jansson continued:

“The number of connected charging points has grown significantly in spite of the COVID-19 pandemic. As long as the electric vehicle fleet continues to grow rapidly, the demand for connected charging stations will continue to grow as well”

He adds that most of the connected charging points in Europe and North America are either in public or semi-public applications. “The number of connected home charging stations is still relatively limited in both regions. The share of connected home charging points is expected to increase, however, as the general trend of our homes becoming smarter develops”, concluded Mr. Jansson.

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Berg Insight today released new findings about the market for Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) for electric buses.

The market value for electric bus ITS deployed in public transport operations in Europe was € 12.7 million in 2019.
Growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 37.5 percent, this number is expected to reach € 62.4 million by 2024. The North American market for electric bus ITS is similarly forecasted to grow at a CAGR of 34.2 percent from € 2.7 million in 2019 to reach € 11.8 million in 2024.

Berg Insight is of the opinion that the market for ITS solutions for electric buses is in a growth phase which will last for several years to come. Mega-challenges such as urbanisation, climate change and traffic congestion continue to encourage investments in electric buses and ITS, contributing to a positive outlook for the market.

Some ITS players offer complete turnkey solutions including functionality for most of the ITS applications for electric buses utilised by public transport operators, but many vendors on the market are also specialised ITS players focusing on a few sub-systems.

Major international ITS players such as INIT, IVU, Clever Devices and Trapeze can provide turnkey solutions. INIT and IVU have customers mainly in Europe, while Clever Devices and Trapeze are in an early phase. The latter is expected to have the first deployment in early 2021. ENGIE Solutions has installed the CAD/AVL system Navineo on electric buses in France and can provide charging solutions for buses as part of the Charge&Go-solution. One of the leading telematics providers in Europe and North America for electric buses is ViriCiti, offering hardware and software for the management of buses and charging stations. Other important vendors serving public transport companies with different types of solutions include the Scandinavian companies Consat Telematics, FARA and Sagasystem. The Canadian company GIRO is an important player in the scheduling and planning segment, while PSI Transcom is a prominent provider of depot and charging management software in Europe.

“The market for ITS solutions for electric buses is expected to grow significantly in the coming years”, said Adam Bjorkman, IoT Analyst, Berg Insight.

The integration of electric buses and charging stations increases the need for ITS solutions connecting all the necessary infrastructure including electric buses, charging stations and depots. Many operators and agencies start by investing in a basic monitoring solution, but as the bus fleets go from pilot projects to larger deployments, the actors need to complement with additional subsystems for dispatching, scheduling, charging station management and depot management.

Mr. Bjorkman concluded:

“Many European countries have moved from the pilot stage in the last years, and ITS solutions will have a crucial role when the fleets become larger.”

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As an important means of transportation, electric vehicles are widely used by consumers for daily commuting and recreation. With the rapid improvement of people’s living standard, electric cars are very popular for their low-carbon, economic, energy-saving and convenience features. As of 2019, the number of electric two-wheelers in China exceeded 300 million. As of 2019, the penetration of electric two-wheelers in China has exceeded 300 million. With the rapid growth of the takeout and delivery industries in recent years, the sales of electric two-wheelers have boomed. According to statistics, as of 2019, China’s takeout users exceeded 400 million, reaching 416 million, up 16.2 percent year-on-year. The number of express deliveries reached 63.5 billion, up 25.3 percent year-on-year, thus electric car sales have also raised.

Industry Challenges

Electric cars effectively save energy and facilitate travel, but they also face a series of challenges, the core of which being the performance, cost and safety of power batteries. The power battery heats up when it’s working, which is normally controllable. However, when the temperature of the battery or the charging voltage is too high, chemical reactions will occur within the battery one after another, resulting in a chain reaction that will cause the internal pressure and temperature of the battery to rise sharply, which will then lead to thermal runaway of the battery that will cause explosion or combustion.

In recent years, there have been numerous reports of fire caused by EV charging. According to the Ministry of Emergency Management, 233 people have died from e-bike fires across the country since 2013, including 34 big fires that caused fatalities and 142 deaths. Recently, a fire caused by electromobile battery charging resulted in a floor fire and killed a courier who rented the house in Rihui Xincun in Xuhui District, Shanghai. The fire department sent 10 fire engines and 65 firefighters to put out the fire at the site. Improving the safety of EV charging to reduce accidents and casualties is a major problem for EV.

SIMCom SIM7600CE Battery Management System Solution

The Battery Management System (BMS) has become an crucial link between the automotive power battery and the electric vehicle. On the one hand, BMS detects, collects and preliminarily calculates the real-time status parameters of the battery, and controls the on-off of the power supply circuit according to the comparison between the detected value and the permitted value. On the other hand, it reports the key data collected to the vehicle controller, and receives instructions from the controller to coordinate with other systems on the vehicle. BMS enables the analysis of battery status, battery safety protection, energy control and management, battery information management, etc. BMS for electric vehicles can’t collect data without data transmission of the modules. The BMS solution equipped with SIMCom SIM7600CE modules effectively improves the battery performance. Its GPS function improves the safety of EV charging and facilitates EV management.

SIMCom SIM7600CE is a Cat.4 module with excellent performance. Each component in the module is constantly optimized to ensure that the antenna has a large enough receiving area to receive signals, avoid inaccurate GPS positioning, erratic trajectory on the map and imprecise positioning due to incomplete signal reception. Meanwhile, it ensures RF performance, stability of conductivity to enable rapid networking of the system. For the takeout industry, accurate vehicle positioning can help the management team to continuously optimize routes and improve delivery efficiency. Improving battery safety and terminating the charging process in time when abnormity is detected can effectively improve the safety of EV charging and reduce accident rate.

The BMS with SIM7600CE has the following features.

• 01．Accurate estimation of the charge state of the power battery pack : The BMS accurately estimates the remaining battery charge of the power battery pack to ensure that the SOC is maintained within a reasonable range and thus prevent damage to the battery due to overcharging or overdischarge.
• 02．Dynamic monitoring of the operating status of the power battery pack : In the process of battery charging and discharging, the terminal voltage，temperature charge and discharge and total pack voltage of each battery in the power battery pack are collected in real time to prevent over-charging or over-discharging of the battery. Meanwhile, it can show the battery condition in time and select the defective battery to maintain the reliability and high efficiency of the whole battery pack.
• 03．Logging of vehicle tracks : BMS solution with SIMCom SIM7600CE module with GPS positioning function facilitates rider positioning for takeout or delivery industry and keeps driving record online.
• 04．Creating a Battery Profile : Battery usage history files provide information for further optimization and development of new types of electricity, chargers, motors, etc., and provide a basis for offline analysis of system failures.

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Berg Insight today released new findings about the market for electric vehicle charging infrastructure in Europe and North America.

The number of connected EV charging points in Europe and North America reached an estimated 0.9 million units in 2019. Europe represents the largest share of around 0.6 million of these charging points, corresponding to a connectivity penetration rate of 46 percent. In North America, about 0.3 million of the total number of charging points were connected, equivalent to a connectivity penetration rate of 35 percent. Growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 38 percent, the number of connected charging points in the two regions is expected to reach 4.4 million in 2024.

The connected EV charging station market is served by a variety of players. The type of companies offering backoffice software platforms for charging stations include dedicated charging station management software providers and hardware providers. A number of charge point operators (CPOs) have developed their backoffice platforms in-house, which in some cases are offered as white-label solutions to other CPOs as well. In North America, ChargePoint is a clear leader in terms of connected charging points. Additional companies having a notable number of connected charging stations on their platform in the region include AddEnergie, SemaConnect, EV Connect, Blink Charging and Greenlots (Shell Group). ChargePoint and Enel X further account for the majority of the connected home chargers in the region. Examples of vendors having a significant number of connected charging points in Europe include NewMotion (Shell Group), EVBox (Engie), Virta, Has-to-be, Greenflux, Last Mile Solutions and Driivz. The Nordic hardware providers CTEK and Zaptec also have large numbers of connected charging points. Additional notable players in Europe include Vattenfall, Innogy, Allego and Fortum.

Adam Bjorkman, IoT Analyst, Berg Insight, said:

“The integration of communications equipment in EV charging stations can improve the delivered service and operations in a multitude of ways.”

Charge point operators can remotely monitor and manage the charging stations and electric vehicle drivers can at the same time locate chargers, monitor charging availability and manage payments using a smartphone app.

“The number of connected charging points has in the last year grown significantly, and as long as the electric vehicle fleet continues to grow rapidly the demand for connected charging stations will be steady”, continued Mr. Bjorkman. He adds that most of the connected charging points in Europe and North America are either in public or semi-public applications.

“The number of connected home charging stations is still relatively limited in both regions, but expected to increase in parallel to the general trend of our homes becoming smarter”, concluded Mr. Bjorkman.

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Cubic Telecom selected as the connectivity provider to electric vehicle manufacturer e.GO Mobile AG, delivering the ultimate connected EV experience.

Cubic Telecom, leading technology enabler for the automotive and IoT industries, today signed a contract with e.GO Mobile AG, the low-cost and customer-oriented electric vehicle manufacturer for short-haul traffic.

Cubic Telecom will deliver a specialised electric vehicle (EV) connectivity solution to e.GO for its fleet in European urban areas.

e.GO Mobile will launch its e.GO Life model in 2019 with connectivity powered by Cubic Telecom’s PACE platform. The PACE advanced technical solution includes real-time monitoring and remote management functions and the synchronization of information in real-time from car to owner. PACE provides vehicles with secure connectivity to monitor important components such as battery levels, telematics and available locations for charging stations. Drivers of e.GO Life cars will join over 2 million other car owners already utilising Cubic Telecom’s PACE solution worldwide.

“Electric vehicles are set to secure a strong foot-hold in the future of driving. e.GO is forward-thinking and it is exciting to be part of the innovation involved in delivering such a sustainable solution to the market,” said Barry Napier, CEO of Cubic Telecom. “The Cubic Telecom team has greatly appreciated working with e.GO’s scientific expertise and state-of-the-art electric technology. We are proud to be regarded as an influencer in the future of the electric auto industry and this project further expands our integration capabilities, demonstrating the diversity of Cubic Telecom’s PACE platform solution”.

Professor Gunther Schuh, CEO of e.GO Mobile AG said:

“e.GO is proud to partner with a proven and trusted connectivity provider such as Cubic Telecom. By using Cubic Telecom’s new connected EV solution in our e.GO Life models, together we are driving progress towards offering always-connected e-mobility for environmentally-conscious drivers.”

“EVs are set to become easier to maintain and cheaper to run in the long-term. As infrastructure grows to support EVs, benefits such as these are only set to increase.”

The pre-order fleet of the e.GO Life model is already sold out, echoing a movement towards a cleaner environment.

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Uniti Sweden AB (publ) and Tele2 IoT have signed a collaboration partnership agreement, where Tele2 IoT will provide connectivity, platforms and advisory services essential for Uniti’s electric car journey.

Uniti is a Swedish company developing an electric city car. The car is optimized for high performance and agility in urban environments, with a user experience that replaces “press and pull” with “touch and swipe”.

Holistic safety, sustainability, and scalability in manufacturing are the primary focus areas, enabled by the recyclable carbon fibre body and organic composite interior. Unveiling in 2017, with first deliveries planned for 2019, the aim is to change the future of urban mobility.

Tele2 IoT will provide secure and reliable connectivity solutions to each Uniti car. Data will be used to provide a unique and inspiring user experience trough for example diagnostics and infotainment.

“Uniti is a new driving experience which will result in a solid consensual discovery relationship with the users. These personal relationships will enable Uniti to become the first consumer electronics / vehicle company. The synergies in vision, culture and strategy shared between Tele2 IoT and Uniti are substantial. We are extremely happy to embark on a journey to change the world in this partnership with Tele2 IoT”, says Lewis Horne, CEO of Uniti Sweden, AB

“One of the many exciting reasons that makes Tele2 IoT a great company is the fact that we are doing our share in making a significant difference for sustainability and our environment. Electric vehicles will make a difference in reducing carbon emissions and it is partners like Uniti that make us proud to do our jobs every day.”

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Gemalto, the world leader in digital security, will provide its Cinterion® wireless module to Wuhan Intest Electronic Technology Co Ltd (Intest) to enable 4G LTE connectivity on their Telematics-Box (T-Box).

Intest is a leading provider of end-to-end automotive solutions in China. The Gemalto-enabled T-Box will allow device makers to offer fully-connected electric cars, allowing users to enjoy high-speed mobile connectivity for in-car infotainment, emergency roadside assistance, and advanced telematics services. Drivers can even use their smartphones for a secure keyless entry or ignition, for remote diagnostics, and autonomous parking. ​

China is expected to overtake US as the biggest electric car market¹, following government’s plan to have 5 million renewable energy vehicles by 2020². Safety and cost-conscious Chinese are also looking for connected cars that can ease their typical pain points like car safety and security, roadside emergencies, and traffic congestion³. Gemalto and Intest’s solution will help car manufacturers to provide a winning combination of green vehicles and connectivity for the citizens, driving the popularity of electric cars across the nation.

“Chinese consumers expect a personalized and satisfying customer experience when it comes to car buying⁴,” said Mi Feng, CTO at Intest. “With increasing LTE networks across the country, Gemalto’s module will provide unprecedented data connectivity to local travelers. The Wi-Fi hot spot in the car will allow passengers to simultaneously connect multiple devices to the Internet, detect charging stations nearby, and enhance mobility experience.”

“Chinese bought nearly 300% more electric cars in 2015 as compared to 2014⁵,” said Sashidhar Thothadri, Vice President of M2M for APAC at Gemalto.

“As in-vehicle connectivity expands from luxury models to high-volume midmarket ones, ability to respond fast to consumer preferences will be key to winning the hearts and wallets of people. With award-winning automotive M2M solutions, we can enable Intest to take a lead in helping OEMs deliver innovative, sustainable solutions with end-to-end security.”

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TeliaSonera Global M2M Services will provide connectivity in Tesla Motors’ award winning Model S to customers in Sweden, Denmark, Finland, Estonia and Latvia.

The collaboration enables Tesla to optimize the process of deploying and managing connectivity to its electric vehicles, from the factory to the customer. Tesla’s Model S offers an entirely new driving experience, featuring connected services like remote vehicle diagnostics, internet radio, and web browsing, all available at the driver’s fingertips through a 17” touchscreen and continually improved through remote software upgrades.

Hans Dahlberg, Head of TeliaSonera Global M2M Services, says:

“Tesla’s Model S demonstrates that connected cars provide an improved driving experience and more cost efficient cars by smart maintenance and management of connectivity.”

TeliaSonera’s M2M-services offer Model S customers superior mobile connectivity, putting rich content at the driver’s fingertips through the 17” touchscreen. The digital instrument cluster, steering wheel controls, media, communications, cabin controls and vehicle data is all available through the touchscreen. Connectivity also enables remote vehicle diagnostics to relay information about the car’s safety, security and performance to the driver and Tesla service staff in real time and Tesla service staff is remotely informed about potential issues and part needs ahead of a service visit. The driver is informed through the touchscreen when the car needs service. Maintenance of the Model S is further improved by frequent remote upgrades to the car’s software.

“Model S is a whole new class of connected car, constantly made better by updating with features and content that our customers want. We look forward to our partnership with TeliaSonera” said Peter Carlsson, Vice President of Supply Chain Purchasing at Tesla Motors.

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Telenor Connexion has been chosen as the European connectivity supplier for Renault’s sophisticated telematics services available on new Renault electric and fuel vehicles.

Following the success with Nissan LEAF, “European Car of the Year 2011”, the Renault Nissan Alliance has selected Telenor Connexion as its European supplier of connectivity for Renault’s new electric and internal combustion car models as well. The first new electric vehicles to be connected are Kangoo ZE, Fluence ZE and the first ICE vehicles connected will be Kangoo and Master.

Telenor Connexion’s dedicated connectivity solution helps Renault’s sophisticated onboard unit connect to theRenaultGlobalDataCenterin a private network environment allowing Renault to provide its end customers with a wide range of services and information. This is made possible by seamless communication via cellular mobile networks in all of Europe, plus Russia and Turkey. Renault’s onboard unit uses the embedded SIM technology from Telenor Connexion partner Sierra Wireless, which allows for more robust, durable and better integrated connectivity in an automotive environment.

The main features for electric vehicles include helping end customers to optimize the autonomy of their electric battery by making it possible to check the battery status either by phone or computer. Electric vehicle owners will be able to spot the charging locations available and to plan a trip until destination. In addition, the telematics solution will offer subscriptions for optional services such as remote diagnostics, fleet asset management, road assistance, insurance telematics, and more in future.

Ms. Claude Deulniau, IT Purchasing Manager at Renault, says:

“Telenor Connexion truly supports innovation in M2M and is the first mobile operator able to provide a reliable and secure connectivity solution with an embedded SIM solution for mass deployment in the automotive market. Other determining features of Telenor Connexion’s telematics solution are their global coverage, their proactive service awareness and their dedicated Service Portal to facilitate the management of connectivity.”

“The agreement with Renault, one of the world’s largest car companies, underlines Telenor Connexion’s position as the leading global M2M connectivity provider in automotive telematics. We are very proud to be part of the Renault-Nissan electric vehicle program, which is the largest ever launched and to support the company’s ambition to be the world leader in zero emissions”, says Rémi Demerlé, EMEA Sales Manager at Telenor Connexion.

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