Tesla partners with LG for US-made LFP batteries in new $4.3 billion deal Tesla has reportedly struck a new $4.3 billion deal with LG Energy Solution (LGES), a subsidiary of LG Chem, to supply lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries for its electric vehicles. This partnership marks a significant move for Tesla as it aims to […]
Figure unveils fireproof humanoid robot battery with 94% more energy capacity
Figure Unveils Fireproof Humanoid Robot Battery with 94% More Energy Capacity Figure, a California-based robotics company, has introduced the F03 battery, the third generation of its revolutionary power source for humanoid robots. The F03 battery boasts a groundbreaking feature – it is fireproof, ensuring the safety of the robots and their surroundings during operation. This […]
Self-repairing batteries could double EV power packs’ lifespan, performance
Self-Repairing Batteries: The Future of EV Power Packs Scientists are developing self-healing batteries designed to diagnose internal damage and initiate repairs, a technology that could revolutionize the lifespan and performance of electric vehicle (EV) power packs. This groundbreaking innovation offers a solution to one of the major challenges facing the EV industry: the degradation of […]
Wood-steel EV battery case beats Tesla in 2,372°F fire test, runs 212°F cooler
Wood-steel EV Battery Case Beats Tesla in 2,372°F Fire Test, Runs 212°F Cooler Researchers in Austria have designed a new type of electric car battery enclosure that combines the strength of steel with the heat resistance of wood. This innovative battery case has outperformed Tesla’s current battery enclosures in a rigorous fire test, showcasing its […]
Safer, long-lasting lithium battery built with breakthrough method to boost EV efficiency
Safer, long-lasting lithium battery built with breakthrough method to boost EV efficiency Scientists have developed a novel approach that can help create safer and long-lasting lithium-ion batteries. This innovation comes as a game-changer in the electric vehicle (EV) industry, where battery efficiency and safety are paramount concerns. The new method not only enhances the performance […]
China’s new hybrid EV with CATL battery offers 621-mile range, reaches 0-100 in 3.1 secs
China’s Geely Unveils Zeekr 9X: A Game-Changer in the Electric Vehicle Market China’s Hangzhou-based automobile manufacturer Geely has unveiled core features of its flagship Zeekr 9X plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV), setting a new benchmark in the electric vehicle market. The Zeekr 9X is equipped with a cutting-edge CATL battery that offers an impressive 621-mile […]
Swedish firm’s battery simulator can boost EV, eVTOL’s range with real-world like testing
Swedish Firm’s Battery Simulator Can Boost EV, eVTOL’s Range with Real-World Like Testing A Swedish firm has recently demonstrated its battery cell simulator that can boost EV performance. This innovation comes at a crucial time when the demand for electric vehicles (EVs) and electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft is soaring. The simulator replicates […]
DRX cathode milestone brings most scalable cobalt-free lithium-ion battery to life
DRX cathode milestone brings most scalable cobalt-free lithium-ion battery to life A major hurdle in the race toward cleaner, more affordable batteries has been the reliance on cobalt, a mineral often associated with unethical mining practices and environmental damage. However, recent advancements in battery technology have paved the way for cobalt-free alternatives that are not […]
China’s 540 million-ton lithium find could shake up global EV battery supply game
China’s 540 Million-Ton Lithium Discovery: A Game-Changer for Global EV Battery Supply China has announced the discovery of a vast hard-rock lithium deposit in central Hunan Province, potentially containing a staggering 540 million tons of this critical mineral. This significant find has the potential to shake up the global electric vehicle (EV) battery supply chain, […]
Supercharged EV battery life may be possible, thanks to Rice’s ‘hot spot’ discovery
Supercharged EV Battery Life: Rice University’s ‘Hot Spot’ Discovery Researchers at Rice University have found that a material’s internal chemistry, more than its physical structure, could be the key to significantly improving the lifespan and performance of electric vehicle (EV) batteries. This groundbreaking discovery could pave the way for supercharging EV battery life, addressing one […]