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The Hunter WOLF military robot was named as one of six private-sector projects chosen for the US Army’s Infantry Last Tactical Mile initiative. The selection matters because the program is aimed at modernizing battlefield support for soldiers.
DeepDrive says it has secured a high-volume nomination from an unnamed global vehicle manufacturer, with series production planned to start in 2028. The development matters because it points to future industrial-scale supply for electric drive systems and comes as the Munich-based company also builds a presence in China.
Beyond Motors says it is working on a new version of its axial motor designed for lower-cost production. The development could matter for making the company’s motor range more affordable, but no launch date or technical details were provided.
ZF Aftermarket has added four repair kits to its E-Mobility Repair Kit family for hybrid and battery-electric drivetrains. The kits are intended to let independent workshops repair failed components instead of replacing entire assemblies.