Batteries

German researchers claim BYD EV batteries are more efficient than Tesla

German researchers claim BYD EV batteries are more efficient than Tesla

German researchers say they have dismantled batteries from both Tesla and BYD to see what is inside and how they are made, finding that BYD’s are more efficient.
Kia partners with Wallbox to offer vehicle to home bi-directional charging

Kia partners with Wallbox to offer vehicle to home bi-directional charging

Kia EV9 owners in the US will be able to use their car to power their homes thanks to a new partnership signed with Spanish EV charger company Wallbox.
CATL and Nio plan to build world’s largest battery swapping network

CATL and Nio plan to build world’s largest battery swapping network

Chinese new energy behemoths CATL and Nio have announced  a strategic partnership which promises to deliver the world’s largest battery swapping network for EVs.
Vehicle to Load: Why electric cars can be uncommonly useful in cyclones

Vehicle to Load: Why electric cars can be uncommonly useful in cyclones

While the technology may not be widely known, V2L has appeared in Australian vehicles since 2021 and can power several large appliances for long periods. 
EV owners turn to their batteries on wheels to power homes amid Alfred blackouts

EV owners turn to their batteries on wheels to power homes amid Alfred blackouts

EV owners use their Nissan Leafs, MG4s, Kia EV9s, Ford Lightnings, and Hyundai Konas – among others – to keep their lights on amid widespread blackouts caused by Cyclone Alfred.
Mercedes begins testing solid-state battery that can deliver 1,000 km range

Mercedes begins testing solid-state battery that can deliver 1,000 km range

German auto giant says it is testing a “world first” solid-state battery-powered vehicle that promises up to 1,000km of electric driving range.
Italy targets BYD, Tesla, VW and others over EV battery and driving range claims

Italy targets BYD, Tesla, VW and others over EV battery and driving range claims

Italy’s consumer protection watchdog launches investigations into BYD, Stellantis, Tesla, and Volkswagen over their claims on battery capacity, EV driving range, and more.
European car giant to use BYD batteries for low cost and short range Citroen and Fiat EVs

European car giant to use BYD batteries for low cost and short range Citroen and Fiat EVs

Stellantis reportedly signs deal with BYD for lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries for new short-range and low cost versions of its Citroën ë-C3 and Fiat Grande Panda.