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EU and Mercosur Ink Historic Trade Agreement - epsnews.com
Dec 16, 2024 · “The conclusion of this deal will contribute to strengthening the global competitiveness of European automobile manufacturers by eliminating high tariffs and addressing technical barriers to trade in their exports to the Mercosur market,” stated Sigrid de Vries, director general of ACEA.“This positive news comes at a pivotal moment for the automotive industry, which is currently facing ...
Trends That Will Affect the Supply Chain in 2025 - epsnews.com
Dec 12, 2024 · The United States produces 12 percent of the world’s semiconductor chips, placing it below Taiwan — which currently manufactures 50 percent — as well as Japan and South Korea.China is in the process of expanding its semiconductor chip manufacturing capabilities and is projected to supply 25 percent of the world’s needs by the year 2030.
Battery Technology Could Revive Adoption of EVs
Oct 3, 2024 · StoreDot, an Israeli battery startup, already demonstrated the benefits of new technology: a silicon-dominant XFC battery that can charge 100 miles of range in just five minutes.StoreDot successfully demonstrated the technology in a partnership with EV manufacturer Polestar, charging a 77 kWh battery from 10 percent to 80 percent in only 10 minutes. . Unlike typical fast charging, which ...
TSMC Caught Between China and U.S. Supply Chain Demands
Nov 11, 2024 · The return of Donald J. Trump to the White House signals a potentially volatile shift in the global semiconductor supply chain. Taiwan and its leading chipmaker, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (), are caught in the crosshairs of intensifying U.S.-China rivalry.Trump’s past rhetoric and actions and the strategic importance of advanced chips suggest a more aggressive and ...
Future CHIPS Act Investment Remains Unclear - epsnews.com
Dec 19, 2024 · The CHIPS and Science (CHIPS) Act, introduced under the Biden-Harris administration, has led to important investments in the U.S. semiconductor industry.The goal is to strengthen domestic manufacturing and reduce dependence on foreign suppliers. However, with President-elect Trump set to take office, the future of this industrial policy remains unclear and could face significant challenges.
Revolution in EV Battery Technology Amid Challenges
Sep 26, 2024 · The current lithium-ion architecture includes a graphite or silicon anode, a porous separator, and a liquid electrolyte. In this configuration, lithium ions must travel between the cathode and anode; a process slowed down by the need to “intercalate” into the anode material—much like passengers boarding a plane.
Components Channel: Good Riddance, 2024 - epsnews.com
Dec 18, 2024 · The electronics components industry is ending the year on a down note, according to the ECIA’s November Electronic Components Sales Trend (ECST) survey. The December outlook for most component categories reached the lowest level since the period between December 2023 to February 2024, according to ECIA Chief Analyst Dale Ford.
New U.S. Export Controls Could Alter Tech Landscape
Oct 29, 2024 · The Biden administration is expanding export restrictions on advanced AI chips to prevent China and other countries, particularly in the Persian Gulf, from accessing critical AI capabilities.. The move reflects U.S. concerns about the global spread of AI technology and its military applications, aiming to maintain technological superiority and national security.
Union wins hefty raises and limits on port technology
Jan 13, 2025 · This labor dispute, marked by a brief strike in October 2024, drew national attention, with President Biden and President-elect Donald J. Trump weighing in on the issue.The agreement, while still pending ratification by union members and employers, signals a potential resolution to a long-simmering conflict between labor and industry over the …