Tesla LFP battery supplier sets up new technology in Shanghai
CATL invests RMB 100 million ($A21 million) to establish a new automotive science and technology company based in Shanghai.
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Joshua S. Hill is a Melbourne-based journalist who has been writing about climate change, clean technology, and electric vehicles for over 15 years. He has been reporting on electric vehicles and clean technologies for Renew Economy and The Driven since 2012. His preferred mode of transport is his feet.
China discussing EV battery swap station standards
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Australian battery material supplier Novonix gets $A200m funding boost
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Australia’s Vaulta says its battery casing technology is game changer for EVs
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Tesla sells Maxwell Technologies, but keeps dry cell tech
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