World’s First Integrated Heat Pump, EV Charger Delivers Maximum Energy Efficiency An integrated heat pump and electric vehicle (EV) charger has been launched to allow homeowners to maximize energy efficiency like never before. This groundbreaking technology combines the functions of a heat pump and an EV charger into one seamless system, offering a smart and […]
Chinese EV withstands three successive lightning strikes; driver emerges unscathed
Chinese EV withstands three successive lightning strikes; driver emerges unscathed In a recent extraordinary event, a BYD Song Plus EV showcased its remarkable resilience by withstanding three successive lightning strikes. The lightning bolts repeatedly targeted the roof rack area of the electric vehicle, yet the driver emerged unscathed, highlighting not only the robust design of […]
China’s BYD challenges Tesla dominance with competitively priced EV in Hong Kong
China’s BYD Challenges Tesla Dominance with Competitively Priced EV in Hong Kong Building on its milestone of outselling Tesla in Hong Kong for the first half of the year, Chinese automaker BYD is making waves in the electric vehicle (EV) market with its competitively priced offerings. While Tesla has long been synonymous with luxury EVs, […]
EVs to get range boost, extended battery life with China’s ‘charge status’ breakthrough
EVs to Get Range Boost and Extended Battery Life with China’s ‘Charge Status’ Breakthrough A new method developed by researchers in China is helping to deliver accurate state-of-charge (SOC) readings for electric vehicle (EV) batteries, potentially revolutionizing the EV industry. This breakthrough could not only provide EV drivers with a more precise understanding of their […]
New Chinese Voyah hybrid EV with larger battery, 490 kW motor to offer higher range
New Chinese Voyah Hybrid EV with Larger Battery, 490 kW Motor to Offer Higher Range In the run-up to its launch later this year, the premium plug-in hybrid variant of the Chinese Voyah EV is generating quite the buzz in the automotive industry. With a larger battery capacity and a powerful 490 kW motor, this […]
China’s new solar catalyst recycles old EV batteries and plastic into valuable resources
China’s Groundbreaking Innovation: Upcycling Old EV Batteries and Plastic Using Solar Catalysts Researchers in China have developed an advanced method to upcycle spent lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries and plastic waste into valuable resources, marking a significant breakthrough in sustainable technology. This innovative approach not only addresses the mounting issue of electronic waste but also […]
New US high-speed breaker tested at 1,800-volts could spark DC electricity boom
New US High-Speed Breaker Tested at 1,800-Volts Could Spark DC Electricity Boom Researchers at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) have developed a new circuit breaker that operates at 1,800 volts, a breakthrough that could revolutionize the way electricity is managed and distributed in the United States. This high-speed breaker is designed to handle direct current […]
Simple imaging tool could help double EV lithium battery range, make them last longer
A Breakthrough in EV Technology: Simple Imaging Tool to Double Lithium Battery Range and Lifespan A new, simple method has been designed to measure lithium metal batteries’ performance accurately. This innovative imaging tool could potentially revolutionize the electric vehicle (EV) industry by doubling the range of lithium batteries and significantly extending their lifespan. The traditional […]
Tesla partners with LG for US-made LFP batteries in new $4.3 billion deal
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 […]
Electric cars turn to AI for longer battery life, but safety fears hit the brakes
Electric Cars Turn to AI for Longer Battery Life, but Safety Fears Hit the Brakes AI has been used across multiple industries for predictive purposes, and the possibility of using artificial intelligence in electric cars is now becoming a reality. One of the main challenges for electric vehicles has always been maximizing battery life to […]