Smaller batteries mean cheaper and cleaner EVs, and no range anxiety for most drivers
bigger batteries actually increase energy consumption, result in higher costs for purchase and operating expenses, and more greenhouse emissions.
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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.
New battery chemistry promises 10-minute fast charge, or five minute top up for EVs
A breakthrough in battery chemistry promises to accelerate fast charging for EVs, making them as quick to charge as filling a petrol car at the pump.
China battery price war could soon make electric cars cheaper. Here’s how
The high cost of energy-dense batteries has meant EVs have long been more expensive than their fossil fuel equivalents. This could change faster than we thought.
Portable battery storage system made from second-hand electric Range Rover batteries
Jaguar Land Rover has unveiled a new portable battery energy storage system that is made from second-life Range Rover and Range Rover Sport PHEV batteries.
Chinese EV brand Hyper plans to use all-solid-state batteries from 2026
GAC Aion plans to equip all EVs under its Hyper brand with its all-solid-state battery technology, which boasts energy density of more than 400Wh/kg and a range of over 1,000 kilometres.
Battery recycling capacity set to outstrip supply of end-of-life EV batteries by 4 to 1
There's been a lot of misinformation on social media warning of a dystopian future of millions EV batteries piling up around us. The truth is that used EV batteries are valuable and will be in hot demand.
CATL announces electric vehicle battery with 1.5 million kilometre warranty
In yet another major breakthrough the world's largest battery maker CATL has announced a new EV battery with a 1.5 million km 15 year warranty.
Batteries on wheels: How to turn Australia’s EV fleet into a grid storage asset
More and more people are recognising the huge opportunities of electric cars, buses and trucks for the grid. Charging behaviours and tariffs will be key.
Electric people mover with CATL battery demonstrates stunning charging speed
An upcoming people mover outpaces Porsche Taycan when it comes to achieving blistering fast-charging speeds.
Costs down, resilience up. First vehicle-to-grid tariff to save drivers $1,640 per year
The convergence of new vehicle-to-grid tariffs with incredible developments in EV batteries are about to change the way we power our societies.