#battery-technology

#battery-technology

The Sigma 8 is a low-entry electric midibus measuring approximately 8.7 metres in length, with a width of about 2.3 metres and a height of roughly 3.1 metres. The vehicle can accommodate up to 54 passengers and is designed for feeder services, operations in dense urban centres and routes in residential districts with constrained street geometry.

BYD, the world's biggest car seller, unveiled a new battery giving its latest electric models more than 600 miles of range. Remarkably, the Chinese motor-maker said 250 miles of range could be injected into its new batteries in just five minutes. If true, the last remaining advantages of petrol cars—long range and quick refuelling—are beginning to disappear.

What's wild about this jump in stamina is that it's disproportionate to the battery's capacity. The Kilburn II ships with a 5,200 mAh cell, while the new model is only about 5% bigger: 5,500 mAh. Clearly, some big efficiencies have been gained.

Inside the engine of a high-performance car, components endure thousands of violent explosions per minute, resisting incredible friction and wear. The materials chosen for this environment are selected for one reason: absolute, uncompromising durability. One of the most resilient of these materials is silicon nitride, a ceramic used where extreme toughness is the only acceptable standard.

Battery degradation on high-mileage EVs is not as big a deal as some might make you believe. Real-world data shows that EVs with over 150,000 miles are still going strong, with minimal degradation. Older EVs are more affected by high mileage, but technology has made newer models more resilient. Battery degradation is inevitable, but new research shows that EV owners should just keep driving their cars without worrying about what happens with the thousands of cells that live in their cars' floors.

Hyundai says it's working to make EV charging as fast as filling up a gas cartargeting about 3 minutes. The aim is partly to ease range anxiety, especially for drivers who can't charge at home. To reach that speed, Hyundai is developing 400 kW charging tech and working on major advances in battery tech without just increasing battery size. When you buy a modern Hyundai electric vehicle, you're already getting a car with some of the fastest DC charging out there.

His track record of building partnerships led to the creation of the Joint Office of Energy and Transportation and the U.S. Federal Consortium on Advanced Batteries, among other notable achievements. As CALSTART embarks on its new chapter, Berube will focus on driving initiatives aimed at solidifying the role of new affordable and clean transportation options for consumers and businesses through close industry partnerships.

Range anxiety used to be the biggest reason shoppers hesitated over an electric car. The MG Windsor EV tackles that concern head-on with a capable battery, multiple ways to charge and an app that keeps you informed in real time. The result is a driving experience that revolves around your plans, not your next plug-in stop. Here is the no-nonsense rundown on how far the Windsor EV will take you and how quickly it gets back to full strength.

Rivian is on the precipice of a very big year. In 2026, the California-based electric-vehicle startup plans to unleash the R2, a $45,000 mass-market SUV tasked with bringing it into the big leagues. And, as the automaker's CEO sees it, there's little room for error. "For a big company that has lots of other products, you can absorb that not going well, and the business will be fine," Rivian founder R.J. Scaringe told InsideEVs in an interview. "For a Rivian, it must go well."

The Leaf SV+ adds bigger wheels and a better infotainment system, and it can be fitted with an optional battery heater for those in cold climates.

SK On's research and development chief Park Kisoo expressed optimism about solid-state batteries, stating, 'When the world of solid-state batteries arrives, it will definitely be first applied in pouch-type cells in which we already have a technological edge.' He emphasized this could be a critical tool to compete against Chinese battery manufacturers.

The DJI Power 2000 power station offers a capacity of 2,048Wh, along with an output of 3,000 watts, significantly enhancing power availability for various devices.

GM is working with LG Energy Solution to upgrade its Ultium battery factory for lithium-iron-phosphate cells, boosting U.S. LFP production and supporting low-cost EVs.

The Volkswagen ID Buzz has garnered significant attention since its inception, aiming to connect classic microbus charm with modern electric vehicle efficiency.

The Delta 3 Plus features a 1,024Wh battery pack that’s IP65 rated for dust and water-resistance, increasing its life and reducing risks of fires and short circuits.