STMicroelectronics, a global semiconductor leader, IMECAS, leader in IC technologies, and EPOCH, a technology company working in electric vehicle battery nights; have announced a formal alliance. The aim is to develop and market a battery management system for New Energy Vehicles (NEV).  The three companies have planned to develop a battery controller using the most advanced Smart Power (BCD) technology and the SPC5x automotive microcontrollers from ST. The solution is an attempt to meet the market requirements for performance, quality, and reliability.