Sodium Batteries: Yet Another Sign EVs Are Here To Stay
Researchers continue to work on a new generation of sodium-ion batteries, leading to the next generation of affordable EVs.
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CATL Next Gen Batteries Coming Soon To An EV Near You!
At Shanghai Auto this week, CATL stole the show with three groundbreaking announcements that left others behind In the dust.
It’s Official: 10,000 New EV Battery Swapping Stations For CATL & Sinopec
Drivers in China will get to use 10,000 new EV battery swapping stations, constructed under a new partnership between CATL and Sinopec.
New Long-Duration Energy Storage System To Challenge Tesla Megapack
A long duration energy storage startup is laying plans to manufacture its new iron-sodium battery in the US, presenting a new challenge to Tesla’s Megapack business.
NIO & CATL Form Strategic Partnership on Battery Swapping
Ningde, Fujian — NIO and Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Ltd. (“CATL”) signed a strategic partnership in Ningde, Fujian. Together, they will advance the high-quality development of the new energy vehicle industry by building a battery swapping network for passenger vehicles across the full range of products, unifying industry technical standards, … [continued]
Assembly Plant or Battery Powerhouse? Analysis of Foreign Battery Investments in EU
External experts commissioned by T&E find no EU-wide or national requirements on technology transfer and breaches of air pollution rules from battery factories in Poland and Hungary. T&E calls on clear foreign investment rules and a comprehensive European strategy for battery supply chains. Europe’s ambition to build a world-leading battery … [continued]
No Tech Transfer Requirements in Chinese-European Battery Partnerships Despite EU Subsidies — Study
External experts commissioned by T&E find no EU-wide or national requirements on technology transfer and breaches of air pollution rules from battery factories in Poland and Hungary. T&E calls on clear foreign investment rules and a comprehensive European strategy for battery supply chains. Despite receiving €900 million in state aid … [continued]
US Puts CATL On Military Blacklist
At the request of the Defense Department, CATL and Tencent have been placed on a blacklist by the US government.
Good News From China — CATL EV Chassis, Radar King Kong Pickup Truck
CATL has developed a new EV platform it says will reduce development time for new models from years to months.
What Are The Implications Of $66/kWh Battery Packs In China?
The Power Construction Corporation of China drew 76 bidders for its tender of 16 GWh of lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery energy storage systems (BESS), according to reports. Bids averaged $66.3/kWh, with 60 bids under $68.4/kWh. The tender, covering supply, system design, installation guidance, 20-year maintenance, and safety features, targets … [continued]
