BMW will spend $1.7 billion to build EVs in the US
It plans to have six US-made EVs by 2030.
Batteries
Solid-state silicon batteries could last longer and charge faster
Researchers hope that a new type of silicon anode will also boost energy density.
Chinese battery maker says it's ready to produce cobalt-free EV power packs at scale
SVOLT claims it's a world first.We have two newsletters, why not sign up for both?
Rivian reportedly plans to invest $5 billion in its second US assembly plant
Construction on the "Project Tera" facility could start in fall 2021.
Ducati backs away from electric motorcycle production plans
It's looking at synthetic fuels as a zero-emissions option.
GM unveils plans for lithium-metal batteries that could boost EV range
It aims to have a high-capacity pre-production battery by 2023.
Lime’s old e-bike batteries are being upcycled into portable speakers
Accessory maker Gomi will help eke more use out of damaged battery packs.
Biden will review tech supply chains to reduce dependence on China
The President wants to ensure reliable supply for chips and batteries.
Hyundai will replace 75,680 Kona EV batteries over potential fire risks
The decision comes after 14 battery-related fires prompted a worldwide recall.
Samsung is using quantum computing to research better batteries
It hopes a Honeywell machine will solve difficult problems.
This super strength body battery is made with discarded Kevlar
It could provide 72 times as much power to robots as today's batteries.
Chrome will start blocking resource-demanding ads in August
It plans to cap network data usage for all display ads.
Toyota and Panasonic will start producing EV batteries in April
Prime Planet Energy and Solutions will employ approximately 5,100 people.
IBM’s cobalt-free EV battery uses materials extracted from seawater
It outperforms current lithium-ion batteries and is less like to catch on fire.
BMW spends billions to secure batteries and drivetrains for its EVs
The company is sourcing its own rare elements from mines in Australia and Morocco.
Volvo will use blockchain to prove its cobalt wasn’t mined by children
The system will track the raw material used in Volvo’s EV batteries.
A new coating could be the key to lighter lithium metal batteries
The breakthrough could speed up the availability of next-gen battery tech.
OtterBox reveals a portable and stackable wireless charging system
The OtterSpot Charging Base can power three wireless charging batteries and a device.
Rivian will repurpose used EV batteries for solar power in Puerto Rico
Battery packs from its development vehicles will support renewable energy storage in Adjuntas.
