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Yahoo
07-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Aeson Power Showcases Innovative Sodium Battery Technology at EES Europe 2025
MUNICH, May 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- At EES Europe 2025, one of the leading events for the energy storage industry, Aeson Power debuted its sodium products including the SIBPOM-4850 for telecommunications, the SIBPOM-12100 for UPS, the SIBPOM-125kWh energy storage cabinet for C&I-scale, and the NaForce and NaPulse for passenger cars. Aeson Power & The Smarter E Europe Aeson Power's sodium products utilize NFPP polyanionic technology battery cells. The products feature intrinsic safety (capacity can be fully restored after discharging to zero volts), excellent high-temperature resistance (cells operate normally at 60 C), superior rate performance, high charge-discharge efficiency (RTE easily exceeds 95%), and long life (over 15,000 cycles). For the C&I energy storage, Aeson Power launched sodium product SIBPOM-125kWh energy storage cabinet with safety, intelligence, wide temperature range, and high energy density, and has passed strict third-party tests based on lithium battery standards such as IEC 62619 and IEC 62933. For the vehicle, Aeson Power introduced two series of sodium-ion batteries ─ the NaForce following European standards (EU) and NaPulse following Japanese standards (JIS) ─ each of which includes both a start-stop option and a starting option and provides instant starting at extreme temperatures, fast charging, light weight design and long service life, especially the start-stop batteries, which have a deep cycle capacity of 180,000. They are suitable for passenger cars and the best alternative to AGM and MF batteries. Along with the sodium product, Aeson Power also displayed the lithium battery energy storage products - a 261kWh C&I energy storage cabinet and a 5MWh containerized energy storage system - certified to IEC standards by TÜV SÜD and French BV and the bipolar lead-acid battery - TRE, TUS, TSS, THS series - with excellent PSoC cycling, better cranking performance, and high power output. Aeson Power's general manager Shirley Zhang stated, "Our bipolar lead-acid batteries are globally unique in low temperature of -40C performance, with wide market adoption. Now, our sodium-ion batteries will also achieve breakthroughs. The safety of sodium battery technology is a critical foundation for future applications. Aeson Power will keep focusing R&D resources on sodium technology." About Aeson Power Aeson Power is a trusted Australian provider of reliable energy solutions, including industry-proven batteries and cutting-edge energy storage solutions. Aeson Power has built an innovation ecosystem, spanning material selection, cell design, and system integration and become a pioneer in next-generation energy storage solutions. Visit for more information.
Associated Press
20-04-2025
- Automotive
- Associated Press
CORRECTING and REPLACING Gatik's Safety Case and Functional Safety Approaches Underwent Independent Assessment From TÜV SÜD as Part of an Industry-First Third-Party Review
MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Apr 20, 2025-- Please replace the release dated April 14, 2025, with the following corrected version due to multiple revisions. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: While self-certification has become the accepted standard for safety in the autonomous vehicle industry, Gatik's Safety Assessment Framework enables traceability and transparency to all claims of safety that are made by virtue of an independent assessment. The updated release reads: GATIK'S SAFETY CASE AND FUNCTIONAL SAFETY APPROACHES UNDERWENT INDEPENDENT ASSESSMENT FROM TÜV SÜD AS PART OF AN INDUSTRY-FIRST THIRD-PARTY REVIEW Autonomous middle-mile logistics leader concludes critical phase of independent safety assessment ahead of deploying Freight-Only (driverless) trucks at scale in 2025 Gatik, the leader in autonomous middle-mile logistics, today announced that two major pillars of its Safety Assessment Framework were successfully reviewed by TÜV SÜD. Gatik's methodological approach to both the Safety Case and Functional Safety phases of Gatik's comprehensive Safety Assessment Framework were independently assessed, marking a significant milestone on the company's path to safely launching Freight-Only commercial operations this year. TÜV SÜD, a globally recognized independent testing, inspection, and certification organization with extensive experience in autonomous system safety assurance, provided the independent, third-party assessment, finding that Gatik's approach to the development of a comprehensive Safety Case and Functional Safety was in adherence to the requirements of TÜV SÜD's Autonomous Vehicle Conformity Framework, a globally-recognized process for evaluating autonomous vehicle safety across development, testing and deployment domains. While self-certification has become the accepted standard for safety in the autonomous vehicle industry, Gatik's Safety Assessment Framework enables traceability and transparency to all claims of safety that are made by virtue of an independent assessment. TÜV SÜD's Autonomous Vehicle Conformity Framework involves an end-to-end review of Gatik's Functional Safety portfolios, including the following key elements: Operational Design Domain (ODD), Item Definition, Testing, Hazard Analysis and Risk Assessment (HARA), Coverage/Safety Analysis and Safety Culture. Importantly, these items and all others related to safety, trace to a comprehensive Safety Case allowing for appropriate oversight of the entire system. TÜV SÜD's review, which is a preliminary assessment of Gatik's approach to Safety Case development and Functional Safety, serves as a progress checkpoint, confirming that Gatik's approach is aligned with TÜV SÜD's internal requirements under the Autonomous Vehicle Conformity Framework to support the successful development of Freight-Only (driverless) trucks at scale, while establishing a pathway for future compliance with relevant standards. 'We strongly believe that the future of autonomous vehicles will be defined by those who prioritize safety above all else,' said Gautam Narang, Gatik's CEO and co-founder. 'This independent review of our Safety Case and Functional Safety methodology represents a radical departure from the self-certified safety audits that have become the industry norm. By engaging TÜV SÜD to provide this review from an external vantage point, Gatik is setting a new benchmark for the industry – one that puts safety and transparency at the forefront of the autonomous vehicle revolution.' 'From the beginning, Gatik's approach to safety has been defined by an uncompromising commitment to the highest standards, both internal and external' said Dr. Adam Campbell, Gatik's Head of Safety. 'The independent assessment that we have pursued at Gatik meets the level of transparency that policymakers, first responders, business partners, and everyday drivers expect and deserve. In our view, TÜV SÜD's assessment represents a tremendous vote of confidence in our approaches to scaling safety in our Safety Assessment Framework, serving as the foundation for our launch of Freight-Only commercial operations at scale this year.' Gatik's Safety Assessment Framework encompasses over 700 identified safety portfolios to address key pillars of AV safety: organizational safety culture, engineering quality (functional, behavioral and operational safety of the self-driving system), cyber security, vehicle safety, and Safety Case conformity to UL4600 and other industry standards. As part of the company's commitment to transparency and accountability across all aspects of its approach to safe testing and deployment, Gatik will be publicly sharing further information on progress made towards completion of the Safety Assessment Framework prior to deployment of Freight-Only operations. About Gatik Gatik AI Inc., the leader in autonomous middle-mile logistics, is revolutionizing B2B supply chains by enabling safe, consistent, high-frequency freight movement. Gatik's AI-Driven Autonomy is transforming short-haul logistics for Fortune 500 retailers, and in 2021 the company launched the world's first driverless commercial transportation service with Walmart. Gatik's medium-duty autonomous trucks are commercially deployed in multiple markets including Texas, Arkansas, Arizona, and Ontario. Gatik partners with industry leaders including Isuzu Motors, NVIDIA, Cummins, Ryder, and Goodyear. Founded in 2017 by veterans of the autonomous technology industry, the company has offices in Mountain View, Dallas-Fort Worth, Phoenix and Toronto. Safe Harbor Statement This press release contains forward-looking statements, including but not limited to, statements regarding future business strategies, plans, objectives, and anticipated performance. These forward-looking statements are based on the current expectations and beliefs of Gatik and are subject to various risks, uncertainties, and assumptions that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in such statements. Factors that could impact these forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, changes in market conditions, economic factors, competitive dynamics, regulatory developments, and unforeseen operational challenges. Gatik undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements to reflect new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by law. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this release. View source version on CONTACT: Media Contact: Morgan Malone [email protected] KEYWORD: UNITED STATES NORTH AMERICA CANADA CALIFORNIA INDUSTRY KEYWORD: TRUCKING AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY LOGISTICS/SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT TRANSPORT AUTONOMOUS DRIVING/VEHICLES ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE SOURCE: Gatik AI Inc. Copyright Business Wire 2025. PUB: 04/20/2025 04:00 AM/DISC: 04/20/2025 03:59 AM
Yahoo
20-04-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
CORRECTING and REPLACING Gatik's Safety Case and Functional Safety Approaches Underwent Independent Assessment From TÜV SÜD as Part of an Industry-First Third-Party Review
Autonomous middle-mile logistics leader concludes critical phase of independent safety assessment ahead of deploying Freight-Only (driverless) trucks at scale in 2025 MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., April 20, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Please replace the release dated April 14, 2025, with the following corrected version due to multiple revisions. The updated release reads: GATIK'S SAFETY CASE AND FUNCTIONAL SAFETY APPROACHES UNDERWENT INDEPENDENT ASSESSMENT FROM TÜV SÜD AS PART OF AN INDUSTRY-FIRST THIRD-PARTY REVIEW Autonomous middle-mile logistics leader concludes critical phase of independent safety assessment ahead of deploying Freight-Only (driverless) trucks at scale in 2025 Gatik, the leader in autonomous middle-mile logistics, today announced that two major pillars of its Safety Assessment Framework were successfully reviewed by TÜV SÜD. Gatik's methodological approach to both the Safety Case and Functional Safety phases of Gatik's comprehensive Safety Assessment Framework were independently assessed, marking a significant milestone on the company's path to safely launching Freight-Only commercial operations this year. TÜV SÜD, a globally recognized independent testing, inspection, and certification organization with extensive experience in autonomous system safety assurance, provided the independent, third-party assessment, finding that Gatik's approach to the development of a comprehensive Safety Case and Functional Safety was in adherence to the requirements of TÜV SÜD's Autonomous Vehicle Conformity Framework, a globally-recognized process for evaluating autonomous vehicle safety across development, testing and deployment domains. While self-certification has become the accepted standard for safety in the autonomous vehicle industry, Gatik's Safety Assessment Framework enables traceability and transparency to all claims of safety that are made by virtue of an independent assessment. TÜV SÜD's Autonomous Vehicle Conformity Framework involves an end-to-end review of Gatik's Functional Safety portfolios, including the following key elements: Operational Design Domain (ODD), Item Definition, Testing, Hazard Analysis and Risk Assessment (HARA), Coverage/Safety Analysis and Safety Culture. Importantly, these items and all others related to safety, trace to a comprehensive Safety Case allowing for appropriate oversight of the entire system. TÜV SÜD's review, which is a preliminary assessment of Gatik's approach to Safety Case development and Functional Safety, serves as a progress checkpoint, confirming that Gatik's approach is aligned with TÜV SÜD's internal requirements under the Autonomous Vehicle Conformity Framework to support the successful development of Freight-Only (driverless) trucks at scale, while establishing a pathway for future compliance with relevant standards. "We strongly believe that the future of autonomous vehicles will be defined by those who prioritize safety above all else," said Gautam Narang, Gatik's CEO and co-founder. "This independent review of our Safety Case and Functional Safety methodology represents a radical departure from the self-certified safety audits that have become the industry norm. By engaging TÜV SÜD to provide this review from an external vantage point, Gatik is setting a new benchmark for the industry – one that puts safety and transparency at the forefront of the autonomous vehicle revolution." "From the beginning, Gatik's approach to safety has been defined by an uncompromising commitment to the highest standards, both internal and external" said Dr. Adam Campbell, Gatik's Head of Safety. "The independent assessment that we have pursued at Gatik meets the level of transparency that policymakers, first responders, business partners, and everyday drivers expect and deserve. In our view, TÜV SÜD's assessment represents a tremendous vote of confidence in our approaches to scaling safety in our Safety Assessment Framework, serving as the foundation for our launch of Freight-Only commercial operations at scale this year." Gatik's Safety Assessment Framework encompasses over 700 identified safety portfolios to address key pillars of AV safety: organizational safety culture, engineering quality (functional, behavioral and operational safety of the self-driving system), cyber security, vehicle safety, and Safety Case conformity to UL4600 and other industry standards. As part of the company's commitment to transparency and accountability across all aspects of its approach to safe testing and deployment, Gatik will be publicly sharing further information on progress made towards completion of the Safety Assessment Framework prior to deployment of Freight-Only operations. About Gatik Gatik AI Inc., the leader in autonomous middle-mile logistics, is revolutionizing B2B supply chains by enabling safe, consistent, high-frequency freight movement. Gatik's AI-Driven Autonomy is transforming short-haul logistics for Fortune 500 retailers, and in 2021 the company launched the world's first driverless commercial transportation service with Walmart. Gatik's medium-duty autonomous trucks are commercially deployed in multiple markets including Texas, Arkansas, Arizona, and Ontario. Gatik partners with industry leaders including Isuzu Motors, NVIDIA, Cummins, Ryder, and Goodyear. Founded in 2017 by veterans of the autonomous technology industry, the company has offices in Mountain View, Dallas-Fort Worth, Phoenix and Toronto. Safe Harbor Statement This press release contains forward-looking statements, including but not limited to, statements regarding future business strategies, plans, objectives, and anticipated performance. These forward-looking statements are based on the current expectations and beliefs of Gatik and are subject to various risks, uncertainties, and assumptions that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in such statements. Factors that could impact these forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, changes in market conditions, economic factors, competitive dynamics, regulatory developments, and unforeseen operational challenges. Gatik undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements to reflect new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by law. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this release. View source version on Contacts Media Contact:Morgan Malonegatik@ Sign in to access your portfolio
Forbes
14-04-2025
- Automotive
- Forbes
Gatik Notches Key Milestone In Industry-First Third-Party Safety Audit
In an industry first for driverless deployment, Gatik announced today that it has successfully closed two major pillars of its Safety Assessment Framework. Founded in 2017, Gatik is the dominant player in autonomous middle-mile logistics. Both the Safety Case Evaluation and Functional Safety phases of Gatik's comprehensive Safety Assessment Framework were independently validated by TÜV SÜD, marking a significant milestone on the company's path to safely launching Freight-Only commercial operations this year ('Freight-Only' is Gatik's term for driverless operations, i.e. only cargo is being moved, not humans). Gatik's announcement that their Safety Case and Functional Safety processes meet the requirements of a globally respected safety organization is a first for the autonomous driving industry. For instance, Aurora has partnered with safety organizations including TÜV SÜD only in an advisory role, and Waymo has worked with Swiss Re to compare their on-road performance with relevant safety data. These and other autonomous vehicle deployers have chosen to apply their own internal validation process. This is in stark contrast to the level of rigor and transparency with which Gatik has approached the validation of its safety case, actively choosing to seek an independent audit of its entire safety ecosystem. Arguments are made among safety experts as to 'how safe is safe enough?' in determining whether an autonomous vehicle is ready for deployment. Government agencies are in the game as well, particularly in Europe. So far, there is no broadly accepted 'right way.' There could be several legitimate approaches to safety validation. With today's announcement Gatik has made a compelling argument for the need for a comprehensive, independent audit, at the same time demonstrating significant progress in approaching Freight-Only deployment at scale. TÜV SÜD, a globally recognized independent testing, inspection, and certification organization with extensive experience in autonomous system safety assurance, provided independent, third-party validation that Gatik's rigorous approach to the development of a comprehensive Safety Case and Functional Safety met the requirements of TÜV SÜD's Autonomous Vehicle Conformity Framework (AVCF). The AVCF is a globally recognized process for evaluating autonomous vehicle safety across development, testing and deployment domains. Gatik announced their partnership with TÜV SÜD last fall. While self-certification has become the accepted standard for safety in the AV industry, Gatik's Safety Assessment Framework enables traceability and transparency to all claims of safety that are made, by virtue of an independent assessment (see image above). TÜV SÜD's AVCF involves an end-to-end review of Gatik's Functional Safety portfolios, including the following key elements: Operational Design Domain, Item Definition, Testing, Hazard Analysis and Risk Assessment, Coverage/Safety Analysis and Safety Culture. Importantly, these items and all others related to safety trace to a comprehensive Safety Case allowing for appropriate oversight of the entire system. TÜV SÜD concluded that Gatik's approach demonstrated substantial rigor and compliance with its internal requirements under the AVCF. 'We strongly believe that the future of autonomous vehicles will be defined by those who prioritize safety above all else,' said Gautam Narang, CEO of Gatik. 'This independently validated audit of our Safety Case and Functional Safety ecosystem represents a radical departure from the self-certified safety audits that have become the industry norm. By engaging TÜV SÜD to provide this validation from an external vantage point, Gatik is setting a new benchmark for the industry – one that puts safety and transparency at the forefront of the autonomous vehicle revolution.' 'From the beginning, Gatik's approach to safety has been defined by an uncompromising commitment to the highest standards, both internal and external,' said Dr. Adam Campbell, Gatik's Head of Safety. 'The independent validation that we have pursued at Gatik meets the level of transparency that policymakers, first responders, business partners, and everyday drivers expect and deserve. TÜV SÜD's assessment represents a tremendous vote of confidence in our approaches to scaling safety in our Safety Assessment Framework, serving as the foundation for our launch of Freight-Only commercial operations at scale this year.' Gatik's Safety Assessment Framework encompasses over 700 identified safety portfolios to address key pillars of AV safety: organizational safety culture, engineering quality (functional, behavioral and operational safety of the self-driving system), cyber security, vehicle safety, and Safety Case conformity to UL4600 and other industry standards. As part of the company's commitment to transparency and accountability across all aspects of their approach to safe testing and deployment, Gatik will soon be publicly sharing further information on progress made towards completion of the Safety Assessment Framework prior to deployment of Freight-Only operations. Gatik provides its customers with autonomous transportation-as-a-service (ATaaS), enabling more frequent deliveries and future-proofing the supply chain for the nation's largest grocers, retailers and e-Commerce companies. The company focuses on short-haul, B2B logistics and in 2021 launched the world's first driverless commercial transportation service with Walmart. Other announced customers include Kroger, Loblaws, and Georgia-Pacific. Gatik's Freight-Only vehicles are designed to operate in semi-urban and highway settings, i.e. everywhere except dense inner-city environments. A typical operation involves carrying goods from a distribution center to regional retail stores to increase product flow, ensure dedicated capacity, and protect against an acute driver shortage. Gatik's Class 6-7 autonomous box trucks are commercially deployed in multiple markets including Texas, Arizona, Arkansas, and Ontario. Gatik is partnered with industry leaders including Isuzu Motors, Cummins, Ryder, and Goodyear. The company has offices in Mountain View, Dallas Fort-Worth, Phoenix, and Toronto. As Gatik shares further information and rolls out Freight-Only operations in multiple regions this year, the external validation approach announced today will be put to the test in extensive real-world driving. Disclosure: Richard Bishop is an Advisor to and/or an equity holder in the following companies mentioned in this article: Alphabet (Waymo), Aurora, Gatik.
Yahoo
12-04-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
'They Drop A Bowling Ball On Your Car From 20 Feet Up,' Trump Says, Mocking European Rules That Keep US Cars Out
President Donald Trump slammed the European Union during a joint press conference with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday, claiming Europe has used unfair rules and regulations to keep American cars out of its markets. 'They drop a bowling ball on the top of your car from 20 feet up, and if there's a little dent, they say, 'No, I'm sorry, your car doesn't qualify,'' Trump said, describing what he called 'nonmonetary barriers' that make it nearly impossible for U.S. vehicles to pass European tests. 'The same car from Germany or any [other country] would dent likewise—unless you're going to have an army tank, it's going to dent,' he added. Don't Miss: Maker of the $60,000 foldable home has 3 factory buildings, 600+ houses built, and big plans to solve housing — Inspired by Uber and Airbnb – Deloitte's fastest-growing software company is transforming 7 billion smartphones into income-generating assets – 'So they come up with rules and regulations that are just designed for one reason—that you can't sell your product in those countries. And we're not going to let that happen.' According to German news agency Deutsche Presse-Agentur, the TÜV SÜD testing authority and the country's KBA motor vehicle authority said that such a test does not exist for dent issues. However, similar tests are used for windshields and uniformly for all vehicles. A broken windshield is normal and doesn't lead to a failed test, a TÜV SÜD spokesperson told DPA. Trump said while the U.S. allows droves of European vehicles into the country each year, American automakers face a stacked deck when trying to sell overseas. 'They send millions and millions of cars into the U.S., but we don't have a car that's been sold to the European Union,' he said. He criticized the EU's 10% tariff on imported American vehicles, compared with the 2.5% the U.S. currently charges on European cars, and said that the current trade structure 'was formed to really do damage to the United States in trade.' 'We're not going to be the stupid people anymore,' he said. Trending: Hasbro, MGM, and Skechers trust this AI marketing firm — . Trump's comments come as he implemented a sweeping 20% tariff but also a 25% import tariff on steel, aluminum and cars. However, the reasons U.S. cars struggle in Europe go beyond policy. For instance, there are practical issues at play. Europe's historic cities and narrow streets simply aren't built for massive American trucks and SUVs. 'Try to go around Italy in a big SUV. I've done it, and it's very difficult,' car analyst Hampus Engellau told the BBC. Fuel efficiency is another factor. Because fuel is more expensive in Europe than in the U.S., drivers tend to choose smaller, more efficient vehicles over large gas-powered ones. In 2022, the EU exported 692,334 cars to the U.S., worth $39 billion, while the U.S. sent just over 116,000 vehicles to Europe, worth about $5.7 billion, according to the BBC. Trump says this imbalance shows the system is brands like BMW, Volkswagen and Mercedes continue to gain ground in the U.S. market, while American brands have pulled back from Europe. Ford Motor (NYSE:F), for example, has been shifting away from small passenger cars and toward electric and commercial vehicles. Trump insists tariffs will be key to rebuilding American manufacturing. 'Tariffs will make this country very rich,' he said. 'We're going to bring great trade and we're going to be fair to other countries.' But even Trump acknowledged that bringing U.S. car production up to speed will take time. 'You've got to build a thing called a factory,' he said. 'You have to build your energy. You have to do a lot of things.' For now, the dispute between the U.S. and Europe on car trade remains unresolved, but the pressure is building on both sides of the Atlantic. Read Next:'Scrolling To UBI' — Deloitte's #1 fastest-growing software company allows users to earn money on their phones. UNLOCKED: 5 NEW TRADES EVERY WEEK. Click now to get top trade ideas daily, plus unlimited access to cutting-edge tools and strategies to gain an edge in the markets. Get the latest stock analysis from Benzinga? FORD MOTOR (F): Free Stock Analysis Report This article 'They Drop A Bowling Ball On Your Car From 20 Feet Up,' Trump Says, Mocking European Rules That Keep US Cars Out originally appeared on © 2025 Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved. Sign in to access your portfolio
