Batteries

Texas company develops fire retardant for safer, quieter EVs

Texas company develops fire retardant for safer, quieter EVs

Texan chemical maker develops two new materials it says can help make electric vehicles safer and quieter.
Honda plays catch up in the US with new EV battery factory

Honda plays catch up in the US with new EV battery factory

The US is a hot market for EV makers after the Inflation Reduction Act created a new subsidy for locally-made cars – even for late-comers like Honda.
Coffee up: Scientists tackle EV battery recycling with less waste

Coffee up: Scientists tackle EV battery recycling with less waste

Caffeine extraction process can recycle EV batteries using less chemicals and secondary waste, new research says.
Automated cell sorting tech finds new life in old EV batteries

Automated cell sorting tech finds new life in old EV batteries

Automated sorting system for spent EV batteries could help repurpose healthy cells.
What global technology trends will bring for EVs in Australia

What global technology trends will bring for EVs in Australia

Australia’s laggardly position when it comes to electric vehicle policy, infrastructure and uptake is also an opportunity.
The bold plan to create the great Australian electric ute

The bold plan to create the great Australian electric ute

ROEV says it will quickly follow its move to convert popular utes into EVs at scale with a plan to create a uniquely Australian electric ute.
Nio delivers first European-made battery swap station to Germany

Nio delivers first European-made battery swap station to Germany

Chinese electric automaker announces delivery of its first European-made “Power Swap” station to Germany.
“Time to act is now:” Tesla chair says Australia can and should make EVs and batteries

“Time to act is now:” Tesla chair says Australia can and should make EVs and batteries

Tesla chair Robyn Denholm says Australia can play role in the growing EV and battery sector, but it will take teamwork of private and government stakeholders.