The average price of a lithium-ion battery pack for a light-duty EV has decreased 90% over the past 15 years, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) estimates. In 2023, the DOE estimates pack prices averaged $139/kwh on a usable-energy basis for production at scale, meaning at least 100,000 units per year. That’s still not quite … Continue reading “EV battery costs dropped 90% in last 15 years”
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I love getting the chance to see and test new and innovative designs in the world of micromobility, especially since many of the repetitive designs we so often see turn out to be cookie-cutter rehashes of other models. But the designers of the Easybike G16 definitely went in a new direction, creating something innovative and … Continue reading “This is the most innovative full-suspension electric scooter I’ve ridden in years”
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As the electric vehicle market expands and the first wave of modern EVs ages, the topic of lithium-ion battery recycling arises. Is the industry ready to handle old batteries to protect the environment and provide valuable materials for new batteries? Well, the situation appears to be under control right now. According to Argonne National Laboratory’s … Continue reading “U.S. Battery Recycling Capacity To Triple In The Next Few Years”
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China’s Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Limited, better known by its acronym CATL, wants to calm any worries you may have about battery lifespan. The largest EV battery manufacturer just released a new video claiming that its Long-Service-Life Battery packs can last up to 16 years or 1.24 million miles (2 million kilometers.) That’s a lot of driving. Assuming … Continue reading “China's CATL Hints At EV Batteries That Last 16 Years”