BYD’s Second Generation Blade Battery Makes Western EV Tech Look Ancient
BYD has revealed its second-generation Blade lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries. They’re 5% more energy dense and significantly more efficient than the first-generation packs. They’re ready to go into roughly ten production models. BYD made a big splash today by revealing its second-generation Blade battery with ultra-fast charging speeds. To support them, it’s also rolling […]
This Company Promised The First Solid-State EV Battery. Then It Got Delayed
The Verge Motorcycles EV was supposed to be the first production solid-state EV, using a battery from newcomer Donut Lab. But the company can’t sell the bikes before they get safety certification in the EU and the U.S. The delivery timeline on its website have been pushed to the end of the year, though there’s […]
Hyundai’s $800 Million Battery Lab For EVs And Hybrids Signals What’s Next
Hyundai’s $800 million battery research and development center in Korea will be completed by the end of 2026. The facility will conduct validation and testing for Hyundai’s in-house developed cells and chemistries. Automakers are increasingly trying to vertically integrate battery operations for better control over costs and processes. Hyundai Motor Group, the parent of the […]
Which EVs Have The Most Range After 3 Years
In general, you shouldn’t worry too much about battery degradation in modern electric cars. Still, cars from some brands appear to fare better over time as far as range is concerned. In any EV, the battery will lose capacity over the years. According to Recurrent, Hyundais are among the best, while BMWs and Jaguars lose […]
The New Chevy Bolt’s EV Batteries Will Come From China
GM will import LFP batteries for the upcoming 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV. That’s despite tariffs and the fact that the company is bringing LFP battery production to the U.S. The American automaker will eventually fit U.S.-made batteries in the Bolt, but not at first. The 2027 Chevrolet Bolt electric car, which is expected to become […]