Battery Technology

March 31, 2023

From Zinc-Air to Titanium-Air: A Breakthrough in Battery Efficiency

A titanium-air battery has been tested by researchers for the first time and could store up to three times more energy than standard batteries. The TAB (titanium-air battery) could be a major

Energy·Mobility·Technology

China’s Revolutionary Sodium-ion Battery EV Can Disrupt Lithium Power

Automaker from China, JAC Group and tech company HiNa Battery have collaborated together to develop first of its kind electric car powered by a sodium-ion battery. Lithium-ion batteries are commonly used in EVs, but they are expensive to produce due

March 10, 2023

ONE’s Experimental Battery Doubles Tesla Model S Range to an Astounding 700+ Miles

Energy·Mobility

Range anxiety has been a persistent concern among electric vehicle (EV) owners, despite advancements in battery technology. One Next Energy (ONE) aims to eliminate

Silicon Valley’s AI Magic Meets GM’s Electric Dreams with LFP Battery Push!

Artificial Intelligence·Business·Energy

In a strategic move to bolster its electric vehicle (EV) battery technology, General Motors (NYSE: GM) has taken the lead in a $60 million

The startup Alsym Energy, co-founded by Professor Kripa Varanasi, is hoping its batteries can link renewables with the industrial sector and beyond.

Energy·Science

Non-Flammable, Water-Based Batteries Offer 4-Hour Fast Charging and Eliminate Rare Metals for Global Decarbonization

In an era where energy storage solutions are crucial for renewable energy adoption, MIT Professor Kripa Varanasi and his team at Alsym Energy have engineered a non-flammable, non-toxic battery that could reshape

Rahul Somvanshi

November 28, 2024

Jelly rolls and cylindrical battery cell produced at Fraunhofer IPA (21700 round cell in tabless continuous design)

Energy

Fraunhofer’s New Battery Winding System Boosts EV Range Potential with Unique Format and Design Capabilities

Fraunhofer IPA and acp systems AG’s new battery cell production system arrives at a crucial time for the energy storage industry. The newly commissioned winding system for cylindrical battery cells, housed at

Rahul Somvanshi

November 14, 2024

Hailong Chen and Zhantao Liu present a new, low-cost cathode for all-solid-state lithium-ion batteries.

Business·Science·Technology

New Iron Chloride Cathode Cuts EV Battery Costs by 40% – Could EVs Finally Become Cheaper Than Gas Cars?

In a groundbreaking discovery, a multi-institutional research team led by Hailong Chen, an associate professor at Georgia Tech, has developed a new, low-cost cathode material for lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) that could revolutionize

Rahul Somvanshi

October 24, 2024

Energy·Technology

CATL’s 6C Battery Can Charge Your EV in Under 10 Minutes —Is This the Fastest Yet?

CATL has just revealed its cards in electric vehicle batteries. Together with SAIC-GM, China-based partner of General Motors, the world’s largest battery manufacturer has created the world’s first 6C battery, as described

Sunita Somvanshi

October 4, 2024

Electric·Mobility

How Honda’s EV Plus, With a 6-8 Hour Charge Time, Shaped the Future of Electric Vehicles Despite Its Short Run

In early 1988, as environmental concerns grew and regulations tightened, Honda embarked on an ambitious project to develop its first electric vehicle. The result was the Honda EV Plus, a compact electric

Rahul Somvanshi

September 22, 2024

CATL New Bus Battery. Photo Source: CATL

Electric·Mobility

CATL’s New Bus Battery Claims 1.6 Million Km or 15 Years Lifespan: Too Good to Be True?

CATL, the world’s largest battery manufacturer, is preparing to launch a long-lasting battery for electric buses. This battery is expected to last up to 15 years or 1.6 million kilometers, with an

Sunita Somvanshi

September 16, 2024

Li-ion battery cell exploded after hitting it by hammer

Energy·Science·Technology

Chinese Scientists Develop Fireproof and Freeze-Resistant Electrolyte That Doubles Battery Durability in Extreme Conditions

Recently, situated in East China, Dalian University of Technology (DUT) professors made a breakthrough in the research of advanced, wide-temperature, high-safety composite quasi-solid-state electrolytes. Professor Dong Xufeng and Professor Huang Hao both

Rahul Somvanshi

April 28, 2024

Energy·Technology

New LiDFOB Electrolyte Promises Lower Costs and Increased Sustainability for Batteries

Lithium salts in the electrolyte of a battery make it more powerful but also increase the cost. A new electrolyte containing the lithium salt LiDFOB could potentially make batteries cheaper and more

Karmactive Team

April 24, 2024

Electric·Mobility

Chrysler’s Halcyon Concept: A Glimpse into a 95% Sustainable Future with Unlimited Range Potential

On February 13, 2024, Auburn Hills, Michigan’s Chrysler brand, owned by Stellantis, unveiled the Chrysler Halcyon Concept, expanding the automobile industry. This concept car, which incorporates cutting-edge technology and environmental design concepts,

Rahul Somvanshi

March 11, 2024

Business·Energy·Technology

Gotion’s First Battery Product Launch in Göttingen Marks a New Era

In a significant stride for the electric vehicle (EV) sector, Gotion Germany Battery GmbH marked the inauguration of its first battery product in the academic hub of Göttingen, Germany, on September 16,

Karmactive Staff

September 30, 2023

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