A Chinese automaker has introduced the world's first electric vehicle (EV) powered by a sodium-ion (Na-ion) battery.

Among the biggest complaints inhibiting growth in the electric vehicle market is the limited lifespan and range of lithium-ion batteries. Consumers fear being stranded far from home with long wait ...

When the modern electric vehicle was still in its infancy, drivers worried that vehicles would need expensive battery replacements within a few years. But battery lifespans are exceeding expectations.

The technology promises better cold-weather performance, lower costs, and fewer global trade problems.

Lithium-ion batteries are pivotal in the electrification of vehicles, yet their complex mechanical behaviour and safety challenges remain at the forefront of research. Recent investigations encompass ...

EVs to drive India's lithium-ion battery demand to 115 GWh by 2030, ICEA report says, warning of $5 bn import exposure and underutilised recycling capacity ...

Lithium-ion batteries are pivotal for the operation of electric vehicles, providing energy storage that supports both performance and safety. The state of charge (SOC), a key metric denoting remaining ...

The batteries last more than 12,000 charge cycles, making them a competitive storage method that could one day dethrone lithium-ion alternatives.

Chinese automakers are planning to start testing solid-state EV batteries in 2026, with one claiming massive energy density ...

There is not a single solution on how to mitigate fires from lithium-ion batteries in electric vehicles. Strategies and concerns will continue to change as car manufactureres continue to release ...

A white car is plugged into one of several electric chargers in a parking area. While the environmental effects related to building batteries for electric cars, such as the one shown here, are ...