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Tesla’s Elon Musk ponders 12V lithium-ion battery replacements for older cars

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Elon Musk recently hinted at a very welcome and simple update for Tesla’s vehicles, especially those which have already replaced their 12-volt batteries in the past. According to the CEO, Tesla would be looking into the idea of equipping older vehicles with a 12-volt lithium-ion battery, similar to the Model S Plaid.

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Tesla is using a new 12v Lithium-ion battery in the Model S Plaid

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Among the many changes that Tesla implemented in the new Model S Plaid, a new, 12-volt lithium-ion battery is one of the most subtle yet significant improvements the company made to its flagship sedan. Looking into the specs that Tesla outlines in its new Model S owner’s manual , the low voltage battery has a rating of 6.9

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Hyundai, Kia, Genesis recall 147,000 US EVs over 12V battery issue

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over an electronics issue that may cause 12-volt batteries to lose charge while driving. All of these EVs have 12-volt batteries and electrical systems in addition to their high-voltage battery packs. 2024 Genesis GV60 Automakers have been very slow to get rid of 12-volt electrical systems in new vehicles.

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DOE releases $131 million in funding for EV batteries and other transport-related projects – Charged EVs

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The lowly lead-acid battery remains in the mix—East Penn Manufacturing scored $1.6 million to research “Improved 12-Volt Lead-Acid Batteries for Safety-Critical Electric Vehicle Applications.” Other technologies receiving funding support include vehicle lightweighting, wireless charging and autonomous vehicles.

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Ford teams with Samsung for new dual lithium lead acid battery

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Ford has revealed a new dual battery system that uses both a lithium ion battery and lead- volt lead acid battery, which it has developed with Samsung. The result of a 10-year research programme , the new dual system battery is expected to be used as part of start-stop systems and is expected to of[.].

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Tesla Model Y in China gets 12V lithium-ion battery like the Model S Plaid

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A few Tesla China owners went under the Model Y Performance vehicle’s hood and discovered that it was using a new 12-volt lithium-ion battery. When MIC Model Y Performance deliveries first started, a few owners noticed the upgrade, commenting that Tesla switched from a 12V lead-acid battery to a 16V lithium-ion battery.

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Tesla China-built Model 3 spotted in Northern California

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Finally, Tesla is introducing the 12-volt lithium-ion battery in China-built vehicles , just as the Model S Plaid has also equipped since its first deliveries in June 2021. The 12-volt lithium-ion battery has plenty of advantages, especially with improved voltage and refined amperage. I’d love to hear from you!

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