Batteries
New faster, cheaper Tesla model to come with new LFP battery pack
Tesla most affordable variant of the Model 3 electric sedan has been made possible with a new LFP battery pack from a new supplier, with superior performance.
EV lobby says grid connections and tariffs are biggest barriers to rollout of charging networks
Key players in EV industry, including Tesla, Amber and major retailers blame networks – and grid connections and tariffs – for holding back rollout of EV charging infrastructure
Australia to trial electric kiln technology that could make cleaner EV batteries
An Australian company will test whether it can reduce emissions from electric vehicle batteries in a $38 million trial that could boost the nation’s export potential.
CATL debuts six stunning battery innovations, including 1,500km EV option and 6-minute charge
Chinese battery giant CATL unveiled host of new technology developments, including a 1,500 km EV battery, 6-minute charging, a sodium-ion option and integrated charge-swap stations.
Australian start-up lands $12m to challenge China dominance of EV battery recycling
As many as 4,000 electric vehicle batteries a year could be recycled and used as source of critical minerals after an Australian start-up secured a $12 million funding boost.
EV batteries usually last longer than the car: Now they are being re-used to power the grid
Deal to build the biggest utility-scale battery using only second life EV batteries heralds a potential flex point for electric car makers, and the grid.
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