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BMW Group shifting to cylindrical BMW cells in NEUE KLASSE from 2025; 46xx

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With the new BMW round cell specially designed for the electric architecture of the NEUE KLASSE models, it will be possible to increase the range of the highest-range model by up to 30% (according to WLTP). The new BMW round cells come with a standard diameter of 46 millimeters and two different heights (46xx).

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The Importance of Recycling and Repurposing EV Batteries

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The transition to electric vehicles (EVs) represents a significant step towards environmental sustainability. Addressing their disposal is critical to maintaining the environmental integrity of electric mobility. Addressing their disposal is critical to maintaining the environmental integrity of electric mobility.

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DOE to issue $47M FY17 Vehicle Technologies program-wide funding opportunity

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Analysis suggests that cost parity between electric drive and internal combustion vehicles is possible under certain scenarios when battery pack costs fall below $125/kWh (useable energy). Development of Electric Traction Drive Systems. Battery500 Seedling Projects. kW/kilogram; power density of ≥4.0