A new lithium-manganese semi-solid-state battery promises more than 600 miles of CLTC range. Chinese automaker FAW claims to have installed the battery in a production vehicle already. Still, the cost and launch timeline remain unclear. Even though traditional lithium-ion batteries are firmly in the lead as the default power source for electric vehicles, alternative chemistries … Continue reading “How Does This Chinese EV Offer 620 Miles Of Range? The Secret Is A New Battery Chemistry”
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Porsche usually under-promises and over-delivers when it comes to the driving range of its electric vehicles. The Taycan offers impressive real-world range and is among the fastest-charging EVs in the U.S. After issues on early model year Taycan batteries, the latest version packs some clever engineering. If you’re a driving enthusiast and an electric vehicle-lover, … Continue reading “Porsche Reveals Battery Secrets That Make The Taycan Go Further And Charge Faster”
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An innovative thermal management device promises to slash charging times, boost range and minimize battery degradation in EVs. It’s called the Dectravalve and it can be fitted to any battery, no matter the chemistry. The device can independently cool or heat up to four independent battery zones with no cross-flow and a single inlet. Keeping … Continue reading “Breakthrough Device Promises To Cut Charging Times And Boost EV Range”