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I have previously commented that R&D and innovation is possibly the greatest benefit stemming from the energy transition. Again, we see this ringing true, this time, (and again) CATL are making news, with an absolute doozy! An LFP battery with an energy density offering possibly a 1000km range and recharge capability up to 1km of range per second equating to topping up 600km of driving range in 10 minutes! Game changer? Definite maybe! 😉 https://lnkd.in/gQyWSYu9

Wow, this is technology announcement of the year. An EV battery with 1.5M km life 500W/kg Zero degradation for 1000cycle Lower cost

Check out this fascinating article about Nyobolt's breakthrough in EV charging! They’ve managed to charge a car battery from 10% to 80% in just 4 minutes and 37 seconds. This leap forward could make electric vehicle charging as quick and easy as refueling. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/edBVCPQy

Not sure if this a concept that will prevail but it is an interesting alternative concept to the problem of EV charging which imho is still (and will remain) the biggest downfall of EV: if the time it takes to recharge the vehicle is not drastically reduced to the similar amount it takes to "recharge" todays combustion cars, there are not only infrastructural problems but also organizational problems that will prevent further adoption: Just think about the amount of cars during holiday season running through from Germany to Italy - if all those need to recharge on their way (like the refuel now) and it takes 20 or more minutes to do, just imagine the amount of charging stations you need just to accommodate all those cars (and space) - fast battery swap could at least be a partial answer to this issue, although the logistics of getting all those batteries in place will be quite a nightmare not to mention about brand interoperability.... #ev #emobility #battery #sustainability #electriccar https://lnkd.in/dd6wZbcw

Entering the second decade of the global electric car revolution, battery charging time remains the highest hurdle to clear. Between the two primary solutions, battery swapping versus extreme-fast charging (XFC) is not an either-or technology decision. It’s a “depending on the use case” economic decision. The economic tradeoff, however, is a moving target that will change as new battery chemistries are commercialized and new EV power architectures hit the road. So, let’s look at where the tradeoff is today, where it might move to in the future and the possibility of five-minute EV battery charging.

Is your current EV at risk of becoming a worthless brick? According to recent reports, the mass market success of solid state products remains elusive, leaving some questioning the future of this technology. While the question of "if" has been answered, the question of "when" remains. Check out the link below to learn more about the unexpected company that threatens the future of major EVs. Link: https://lnkd.in/gi-aPBY9

A great write-up by Zoe Kleinman about the UK-based Nyobolt battery technology, which can charge an #EV from the all-important 10%-80% battery state of charge in only 4 minutes 37 seconds. If such technology is adopted and scales, it could help ease concerns about charging times. It can also support an increased utilisation of charging infrastructure, helping the business case for the ultra-fast DC chargers which would be needed to support such charging speeds, alongside any necessary grid reinforcement. PS, although slightly technical, it's really useful to reference the capacity of battery being charged from 10-80% (otherwise, it's like saying someone filled up a bucket up with water in 5 seconds, without stating its size). After a bit of digging, it's a 35kWh battery, which is similar in capacity to ones in the Honda e, Mini, etc. #electricvehicles #EVcharging https://lnkd.in/e-p9e2CA

First solid-state powered #EV with 576+ mile range launched by NIO. - Rho Motion Arguably we don’t *need* electric cars with this kind of range, however innovation is key to drowning out the #EV naysayers - plus lived experience as more people make the switch & realise that actually, driving (and charging) an electric car is no big deal. And the sooner that #innovation materially drives down costs, the better. Affordability is key to mass #EV adoption. #ElectricVehicles #batteries David Shukman 🙏

Game Changer for EVs? Tailan New Energy Claims 1,300-Mile Range Battery ⚡️ #EV #BatteryTech #FutureofMobility Electric vehicle drivers, rejoice! Say goodbye to range anxiety with Tailan New Energy's revolutionary all-solid-state battery boasting a staggering 1,300-mile range! This innovation surpasses current leaders by over double, putting long-distance trips on a single charge within reach. #SolidStateBatteries The secret lies in Tailan's advanced electrodes and lighter design, maximizing energy density. Solid-state technology also enhances safety and performance, making it a frontrunner in the battery race. #Innovation #BatteryTechnology This development is a major leap forward for electric vehicles. Stay tuned for further updates on Tailan's groundbreaking battery tech! #Electrification #CleanTransportation https://flip.it/JTVVSa

This news confirms what is already obvious: safety is #1, then #2 cost, then #3 energy density. The world of EV batteries is about having a road map that is prudent and methodical. Recalls and yield losses are too expensive. https://lnkd.in/gUZHDxEF #evbatteries