Batteries
“Major breakthrough”: QuantumScape hails test results of solid state batteries
New solid state battery cells developed by VW-backed QuantumScape ticks three major boxes that could, if commercialised, blow away capabilities of today’s EV batteries.
LG Chem to double battery output to meet new Tesla demand
South Korean battery manufacturer LG Chem will reportedly double production capacity of battery cells to keep up with demand from US EV darling Tesla.
GM recalls 68,000 Chevy Bolt EVs due to potentially faulty batteries
American car giant General Motors is to recall more than 68,000 Chevrolet Bolt electric vehicles due to the potential of battery fires.
UK regions vie to host country’s first battery gigafactory
West Midlands, south Wales, and the north-east of England compete to be home to the United Kingdom’s first battery gigafactory.
China’s Nio unveils 100kWh battery with flexible upgrade plans
China’s Nio unveils 100kWh battery as part of its successful “Battery-as-a-Service” subscription.
Researchers develop lightweight battery pack for electric vehicles
Scientists at Germany’s Fraunhofer Institute have developed a lightweight battery pack to reduce the overall weight of e-car batteries.
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