DEKRA Finds Electric Car Batteries Exceed Longevity Expectations
Electric car batteries have demonstrated remarkable durability, dispelling some consumers' fears about their longevity. Based on more than 25,000 “state-of-health” tests conducted using the DEKRA patented rapid battery test, experts found that even at...
Infineon and EVE Energy Partner for Advanced Battery Systems
Infineon Technologies AG and EVE Energy Co., Ltd. have partnered to drive innovation in battery management systems (BMS) for the automotive market. This collaboration, formalized through a memorandum of understanding (MoU), combines Infineon’s comprehensive...
Lithium-Ion Battery Prices Hit Record Low of $115/kWh, Marking Largest Drop Since 2017
The lithium-ion battery industry has experienced a historic price decline in 2024, with average battery pack prices dropping 20% year-over-year to $115 per kilowatt-hour, marking the most significant annual decrease since 2017. Key factors...
Caterham Teams with XING Mobility for Immersion-Cooled EV Battery Tech
Caterham, renowned for its lightweight and fun-to-drive vehicles, has partnered with XING Mobility to integrate advanced immersion-cooled battery technology into its electric sports coupé prototype, Project V. First revealed at the Goodwood Festival of...
FEV and ProLogium Introduce Breakthrough LLCB Battery Technology
In response to growing consumer demands for lighter, more efficient, and safer electric vehicles, FEV and ProLogium have unveiled groundbreaking advancements in battery technology. Their collaborative development, the Large-Footprint Lithium Ceramic Battery (LLCB), sets...
Ample Gains $25M from Mitsubishi to Advance EV Battery Swapping
Ample, a pioneering company in battery-swapping technology for electric vehicles (EVs), has secured a $25 million investment from Mitsubishi Corporation, signaling a major leap forward in its expansion efforts. This collaboration transcends financial support,...
Honda Launches Production Line for Game-Changing All-Solid-State Batteries
Honda Motor Co., Ltd. has introduced a cutting-edge demonstration production line dedicated to developing all-solid-state batteries at its research facility in Sakura City, Tochigi Prefecture, Japan. This initiative marks a pivotal step toward mass...
NXP Launches First UWB Wireless Battery Management System for EVs
NXP Semiconductors has introduced the automotive industry’s first wireless battery management system (BMS) incorporating Ultra-Wideband (UWB) technology, marking a significant advancement in electric vehicle (EV) development. This innovative system, part of NXP’s FlexCom chipset...
Hexagon and Fraunhofer ITWM Launch Advanced Simulation Solution to Revolutionize Battery Cell Design
Hexagon, in collaboration with Fraunhofer ITWM, has unveiled an advanced software solution designed to accelerate the research and development of new battery cell technologies. This innovative tool combines Fraunhofer ITWM’s electrochemical simulation capabilities with...
CATL Launches Freevoy: World’s First 400km Range, Ultra-Fast Charging Hybrid Battery
The launch of CATL’s Freevoy Super Hybrid Battery on October 24, 2024, represents a pioneering step in hybrid vehicle technology, setting new standards in range, charging speed, and adaptability for EREVs (extended range electric...