Batteries
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Daniel Bleakley is a clean technology researcher and advocate with a background in engineering and business. He has a strong interest in electric vehicles, renewable energy, manufacturing and public policy.
Global partner engaged to build Australia’s first EV battery giga-factory
The facility, to be located in Geelong, Victoria, in the heartland of what was once a thriving auto manufacturing industry, will begin construction in the second half of 2023.
Massive 15 tonne battery arrives to power Fortescue’s electric truck ambitions
Fortescue takes delivery of 15-tonne 1.4MWh battery to power the massive electric mining haul trucks in Fortescue's iron ore operations.
Should I buy an older EV to upgrade the battery in the future, or a new EV now?
Is it a good idea to buy a second hand EV rather than a new one, with a view to upgrading the battery in the future?
Global car giant signs manganese supply deal with Australian miner for EV battery packs
One of the world's biggest car companies has signed a deal with an Australian miner for manganese sulphate used in EV battery packs.
EV batteries with 1,000km range unveiled by Svolt Energy
Batteries for EVs offering 1,000 km range are here according to Great Wall Motor backed battery maker, Svolt Energy.
Panasonic to supply EV batteries to Lucid for Air and Gravity models
Panasonic Energy has signed a multi year agreement to supply batteries to Lucid for its electric Air sedan and the upcoming Gravity SUV.
Solid state battery breakthrough could slash EV costs and recharging time
Scientists from Australia and Japan claim breakthrough in durable solid-state batteries that could “drastically reduce” electric vehicle costs and recharge times.
EV makers on notice as EU passes tough new laws on battery sustainability
Europe's new Batteries Regulation law will be a game changer for the sourcing, production and recycling of batteries for EVs.
GM and LG venture to boost electric vehicle battery output to 50GWh
EV battery joint venture between LG and GM commits an additional $US275 million to increase battery cell production at its Spring Hill plant to 50GWh.