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DOE to award almost $20M to new research and development projects for advanced vehicle technologies

Green Car Congress

This topic seeks proof-of-concept, or seedling projects that complement the VTO Battery500 Consortium’s research to more than double the specific energy (to 500 watt-hours per kilogram) of lithium battery technologies which will result in smaller, lighter weight, less expensive battery packs, and more affordable electric vehicles.

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The Importance of Recycling and Repurposing EV Batteries

Setec Powerr

Valuable materials such as cobalt, nickel, lithium, and copper are then extracted and refined, removing impurities to meet quality standards for reuse. This cost reduction can be passed on to consumers, making EVs more affordable and accessible. This step often combines mechanical and chemical methods to ensure safety.

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This is Volkswagen’s Brilliant Strategy To Dominate The EV Market!

Get Electric Vehicle

Innovative design for their time. Dedicated and custom-designed manufacturing plants. But despite the similarities, there was a major difference between the Model T and Model S which was ‘AFFORDABILITY’. Model T was designed and made for the common American while the Model S was reserved for the elite. The Action Plan.

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