Innovation News Network

MARCH 8, 2023

Learn about an innovative polymer coating has been demonstrated to boost electric car battery life by up to 15 years. The post Electric car battery life extended by a revolutionary polymer coating appeared first on Innovation News Network.

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The Driven EV News

OCTOBER 17, 2023

An old bus battery is being used to support EV fast chargers in a trial that hopes to avoid the need for network upgrades. The post Old bus battery given second life to to support EV fast chargers appeared first on The Driven.

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Innovation News Network

MARCH 27, 2023

Read how carbon fibre paper technology can potentially enhance the durability and lifespan of lithium metal batteries for EV The post Carbon fibre paper significantly extends the life of EV lithium metal batteries appeared first on Innovation News Network.

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Baua Electric

MARCH 15, 2024

Chinese automaker Nio is partnering with battery supplier CATL for research into longer-life EV batteries, including for use with Nio’s battery-swapping service. 2023 Nio ES8 Nio expects the shorter lifespan of batteries compared to the vehicles they power to become a bigger issue in the coming years.

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Electrek

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

A hybrid solar + storage facility comprised of 1,300 second-life EV battery packs is fully operational in California. more… The post This solar + storage system is made up of 1,300 second-life EV batteries appeared first on Electrek.

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Electric Cars Report

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

British electric vehicle manufacturer Tevva has entered into a strategic partnership with Ecobat, for the repair, repurposing and recycling of its lithium-ion batteries. In the unlikely case that an issue […] The post Tevva partners with Ecobat for first-life battery management appeared first on Electric Cars Report.

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Baua Electric

MARCH 14, 2024

Nio currently buys most of its batteries from CATL and has been exploring battery supplies from new partners such as CALB. Chinese electric vehicle maker Nio on Thursday signed a partnership agreement with battery giant CATL to develop longer life batteries as part of efforts to lower overall EV costs.

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Electrek

JANUARY 5, 2022

The lithium-ion batteries found in most modern EVs and hybrids tend to lose energy capacity as they cycle (get charged, get spent, and get re-charged). That happens because small bits of lithium can be cut off from the battery’s electrodes during the charging process.

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Green Car Reports

JUNE 20, 2022

Automakers are lining up second uses for EV batteries. We take a look at the technology and market potential of wireless charging for EVs. Range anxiety still exists—without the anxiety—find researchers. And the Megawatt Charging System is ready for next-level infrastructure for electric trucks.

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The Driven EV News

OCTOBER 15, 2023

Collecting and ultimately recycling EV batteries as they leave the roads is imperative from both an environmental and health perspective. The post Will the EV battery recycling industry be ready for millions of end-of-life batteries? Is there enough capacity? appeared first on The Driven.

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The Driven EV News

AUGUST 24, 2022

Researchers develop machine learning algorithm that could reduce charging times and prolong life of EV batteries. The post Machine learning algorithm could reduce charge times and increase EV battery life appeared first on The Driven.

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Electric Cars Report

DECEMBER 15, 2022

Scientists have developed a positive electrode material that doesn’t diminish after repeated charging cycles, for the manufacture of durable solid-state batteries. Electric cars are widely regarded as our best bet to replace conventional cars with a more environment-friendly alternative.

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Teslarati

JANUARY 14, 2022

The University of Michigan Chemical Sciences and Engineering team, led by Professor Nicholas Kotov, has developed a “new biologically inspired battery membrane” with recycled Kevlar fibers that could quintuple electric vehicle ranges and have a lifespan of 1,000 cycles. ” Credit: University of Michigan.

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Electric Cars Report

JANUARY 7, 2023

Mercedes-Benz Energy and Lohum announced a strategic partnership through a multi-year supply contract agreement for second-life batteries. Lohum is Mercedes-Benz Energy’s first partner in Asia as both companies continue to push sustainability across of the battery supply chain.

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The Driven EV News

OCTOBER 4, 2022

Automated sorting system for spent EV batteries could help repurpose healthy cells. The post Automated cell sorting tech finds new life in old EV batteries appeared first on The Driven.

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Electric Cars Report

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

Kia Europe has confirmed plans to re-use former EV batteries in ’Second Life’ battery energy storage systems as part of its global strategic focus on sustainability.

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Electric Cars Report

JULY 7, 2022

Canadian clean energy startup Moment Energy has established a supply agreement with Mercedes-Benz Energy (MBE) for second-life electric vehicle batteries. This marks the first agreement Mercedes-Benz Energy has signed with a North American second-life energy storage system (ESS) provider.

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Teslarati

JULY 29, 2022

Second-life EV batteries are expected to reach over $34 billion by 2027 , according to a new report by Research and Markets. The global second-life EV battery market is projected to reach a total of $34,758.46 Global Second-Life EV Batteries Markets. Lithium-ion batteries are used in electric cars.

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Electrek

MARCH 1, 2023

As all-electric racing series Extreme E approaches the start of its third season this month, it has shared that second life battery storage specialist Zenobē is once again onboard as its official energy storage supplier.

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The Driven EV News

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Kia Australia has partnered with battery replacement company Infinitev to better reuse, repurpose and recycle electric vehicle batteries in Australia The post Kia strikes deal to re-use and recycle EV batteries, offering second life in cars or the grid appeared first on The Driven.

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Baua Electric

JANUARY 24, 2024

Eatron Technologies and WMG, University of Warwick have developed an innovative new approach to estimating accurately an electric vehicle battery’s remaining useful life, helping to unlock additional performance, greater range, and increased levels of safety.

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The Driven EV News

AUGUST 23, 2023

Jaguar Land Rover to supply up to 90 second-life Jaguar I-Pace batteries to be used in a 7.5MWh energy storage system in a wind and solar park. The post Energy storage system for wind and solar park to use second-life Jaguar I-Pace batteries appeared first on The Driven.

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Teslarati

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

Ford and Volvo have partnered with Redwood Materials for pathways for end-of-life electric vehicle batteries. Redwood currently holds several partnerships, including one with Tesla and another with AESC , the manufacturer of Nissan LEAF battery packs. Ford and Volvo are the first two automakers to join the program.

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Electrek

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

Kia Europe has announced a new partnership with encore Deutsche Bahn to reuse former EV batteries to create scalable energy storage systems. The prototype has already been implemented in Germany using Kia Soul EV batteries and marks the start of the automaker’s Europe-wide initiative.

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Electric Vehicles India

AUGUST 9, 2021

Skoda to set up second life battery hubs to power its retailers. Skoda will use second-hand lithium-ion batteries from its PHEVs and BEV models to power its retailer network. It will install power hubs across all its retailer network which is made from lithium-ion batteries sourced from its old electric vehicles.

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EV Obssesion

JANUARY 23, 2022

Known as REVS (Realizing Electric Vehicle-to-grid Services) Electric Trains, Autonomous Vehicle News Former SpaceX Engineers Raise $49.55 Million to Build Autonomous Battery-Electric Rail Vehicles Railroad Infrastructure, High Speed Rail Federal Railroad Administration Proposes New Midwest Rail Network Autonomous Vehicle News […].

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 5, 2021

Sion Power, a developer of high-energy, lithium-metal rechargeable batteries, reports achieving 400 Wh/kg, 700 Wh/L in a large format 17 Ah pouch Licerion Electric Vehicle (EV) cell. Licerion-EV is being designed for electric vehicle applications, focusing on high energy density, increased cycle life, safety, and fast charging capability.

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Baua Electric

MARCH 15, 2024

Nio and CATL go in on battery swapping together. Looking at the pack alone, the battery in the NMC version offered to America has nearly double the carbon impact while offering 35% more capacity. China’s Nio and CATL have allied for longer-life EV batteries , as well as the used of Nio’s battery-swapping tech.

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Green Car Reports

APRIL 27, 2017

on Tesla battery life, cover an EPA shocker, go over the basics of electric-car charging, and more. The battery life of Tesla Model S electric cars is looking pretty good, so far. Today, we review data (and lots of charts!) All this and more on Green Car Reports. land, water, and.

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Green Car Reports

JULY 13, 2022

Canoo comes back to life with a Walmart order. Redwood will recycle Audi and VW EV batteries. Ziggy the robot will find cars to charge. And GM has a reveal date for the Cadillac Celestiq. This and more, here at Green Car Reports.

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Green Car Reports

MARCH 17, 2022

Jaguar I-Pace battery packs are getting a second life in Formula E racing. Washington State has set a more aggressive target than California—shifting to EVs by 2030. And the Cadillac Lyriq now undercuts the Tesla Model Y and is arriving very soon. This and more, here at Green Car Reports.

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Green Car Reports

MARCH 27, 2019

A new report from the International Energy Agency shows greenhouse gas emissions set new records in 2018. The promoter of racing's wackiest series wants to include EVs. And our latest Twitter poll shows which upcoming electric SUV our readers most want to buy. All this and more on Green Car Reports. Usually.

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Green Car Congress

MARCH 28, 2020

The vehicles are equipped with 150 kWh Solaris High Power batteries. The batteries have a long life and a significant number of charging cycles. Similar battery solutions have been implemented by Solaris in electric buses operating in Brussels and in Barcelona, among others. —Jan Ku?mi?ski, ady Autobusowe Sp.

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CleanTechnica EVs

JUNE 16, 2022

Battery modules from Audi e-tron test vehicles are electrifying rickshaws in India. As VinFast announced its plan to open more than 50 stores across France, Germany, and Netherland at EVS35, the Audi Environmental Foundation went into the third project phase with nonprofit startup Nunam on electric rickshaws. Their target group: women.

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Teslarati

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Instead, Tesla is hoping to improve battery drain and efficiency of the Sentry Mode feature , which has been known to take range and battery life from the vehicle during operation. You can also reach me on Twitter @KlenderJoey , or if you have news tips, you can email us at tips@teslarati.com. I’d love to hear from you!

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Teslarati

MARCH 31, 2024

These include the battery technology employed in Tesla’s vehicles, which provide them with longevity over hundreds of thousands of miles of driving. Tesla notes that its BMS ensures that batteries are not overcharged or overdischarged, and they also ensure that cells are safe from damage at all times.

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The Truth About Cars

APRIL 1, 2024

Matthew Guy also stopped by to chat about the show, and we did a studio segment on the battery booster packs he uses -- that was a part of our ongoing "Stuff We Use" segment. So it's a bit noisier than usual but hey, that's life on the show floor. As well as& here. And as always, thanks for listening!

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