Batteries
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.
1,000kms on single charge: Could solar EVs be the answer to long-distance driving?
A UNSW team is testing the range of a prototype solar EV to prove it can smash record for driving 1000km on a single charge.
Are plug-in hybrid cars just “fake electrics”?
Transport expert says Plug-in hybrids are fake electric cars, built for lab tests and tax breaks, not real driving, and pollute more than advertised.
