Batteries
Australian betadine-inspired battery breakthrough could add 1000km to EV range
Household antiseptic ointment used on scraped knees inspires an Australian lithium battery chemistry breakthrough that could deliver 1000km of range for EVs, faster charging and electric flight.
European EV battery hopes fade after Northvolt files for bankruptcy protection in US
Northvolt files for bankruptcy in the US in major blow to European hopes to have a homegrown battery maker that can compete with China.
Reader question: Are LFP batteries better than NMC?
The new Xpeng G6 offers 2 models. The base model has a LFP battery and the top model has a NMC battery with bigger range. Other than range what are the benefits of one over the other?
Stellantis to use solid-state batteries in Dodge Charger Daytona demo fleet
European car giant Stellantis to launch a fleet of new Dodge Charger Daytona which will be equipped with solid-state batteries that weigh less and last longer.
Mercedes opens first EV battery recycling plant, using Australian technology
German car giant opens first EV battery recycling facility, using Australian technology that will achieve a recycling rate of 96 per cent and produce enough materials for 50,000 new electric cars each year.
