Category: Modine EV

With sustainability becoming a popular topic, off-highway OEMs are considering alternative fuel solutions for off-highway machinery. With its growing popularity over the past few years, Innovatrix hosted a webinar and in-person conference for engineers to learn about the dynamics and challenges of developing zero-emission off-highway machinery. This year was Innovatrix’s third Design and Develop of…

Recently, Modine was featured on the Energizing Tennessee podcast, sponsored by the Tennessee Advanced Energy Business Council (TAEBC) and First Bank. TAEBC is a nonprofit organization that aims to understand the advanced energy sector’s priorities, share that information, and develop programs to leverage Tennessee’s assets to advance the sector. Energizing Tennessee, hosted by Courtney Piper,…

We all feel the need for extra warmth in cold weather and cooling in hot weather to stay healthy and function effectively. The Li-ion battery cells typically used in today’s commercial electric vehicles (EVs) also need careful thermal management to operate at peak performance and preserve their lifespan. Rising temperatures will lead to the reduction…

On October 23rd through 25th, 2023, the Minnesota Public Transit Association (MPTA) hosted the Minnesota and Wisconsin Public Transit Conference in Lacrosse, Wisconsin. This event was an excellent opportunity for the transit agencies in Minnesota and Wisconsin to network, participate in educational training sessions, and meet with transit bus market suppliers. The conference hosted many…

On October 3rd and 4th, 2023, The Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) hosted their annual Thermal Management System Symposium (TMSS). This event was at the Saint John’s Resort in Plymouth, Michigan. During the two days, attendees were able to sit in informational sessions, participate in discussion panels, and walk through the exhibitors hall. TMSS is…

This year, Modine® presented the EVantage™ product suite at the iVT Expo, also known as the Off-Highway Vehicle Technology Conference and Expo. The tradeshow was on August 23rd and 24th, in the Chicago area in Rosemont, IL, at the Rosemont Convention Center. The tradeshow targets engineers and OEMs in the off-highway market. 2023 was the iVT…

With sustainability at the forefront of people’s minds, many municipalities have set aggressive electric fleet conversion plans. All on-road and off-road vehicles are up for electric conversion consideration, including, but not limited to, law enforcement, delivery, medium and heavy-duty trucks, transit and school buses, emergency fleets, street sweepers, refuse trucks, and construction vehicles. Key Fact:…

The Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) developed the J1939 protocol to standardize communication and diagnostics in heavy-duty vehicles, ensuring interoperability between different electric control units (ECUs) and systems. A crucial aspect of the SAE J1939 protocol is its diagnostic messaging, especially DM1 and DM2 messages, which play a vital role in diagnosing and troubleshooting issues…

Lithium-ion battery cells used in electric vehicles (EVs) are highly sensitive to temperature, impacting various aspects of their performance, range, efficiency, charge time, and cycle life. Cold temperatures cause a decrease in capacity and power, with extreme cold potentially leading to irreversible damage. Conversely, high temperatures result in capacity loss, power reduction, and risk of…

Opportunities for American EV innovation and manufacturing through market demand and smart legislation The U.S. has a rich history of manufacturing prowess, and its future lies in advanced technologies like complex electronic systems and microelectronics that make electrified transportation possible. The ramp-up of U.S. manufacturing capacity–from modest two-wheelers to building-sized mining trucks–is advancing rapidly. This…