Battery Electric Vehicles

BMW is road-testing solid-state batteries in the i7 electric sedan. The sulfide-based batteries promise higher energy density, improved safety and more versatile, compact packaging in comparison with traditional lithium-ion batteries.

General Motors and LG Energy Solution have announced plans to put lithium manganese-rich (LMR) prismatic battery cells into production. The cells will be used in future full-sized trucks and SUVs as part of GM's Ultium platform.

Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Limited (CATL), the largest battery manufacturer in the world, has just announced some fairly significant breakthroughs in battery tech that aren't just theoretical; they're already hitting the market.

For several years, the Nissan Leaf hatchback led the charge in global EV sales after it hit the road in 2010. Next year, it's getting more than a facelift: it's being reimagined as a compact SUV with loads more range for the freeway.

China is back with another engineering marvel. This time, in the form of BYD’s new battery system which is capable of an EV with 250 miles (400 km) of range in just five minutes — roughly the same amount of time as refueling an ICE vehicle.

Battery tech firm ProLogium has taken the wraps off its 100% silicon composite anode battery. The Taiwanese company claimed a major leap in energy density and charging efficiency, promising 186 miles of range from a five-minute charge.

The company that broke a Guinness World Record this year with its all-hydrogen train has just announced another world first. Stadler Rail has developed a fleet of train cars that can run on either hydrogen or battery power for branch rail services.

Deep-tech startup Sinonus is working to commercialize a groundbreaking new breed of multifunctional carbon fiber. In its vision, the wonder-composite will serve as a structural battery for everything from electric aircraft to windmills.

Looking to shed an image of dragging its feet on BEVs, Toyota has unveiled more than a dozen electric concepts ranging from sports cars to pickup trucks that stand as testament to the company's newfound EV commitment.

Mazda has announced the all-new MX-30, the firm's first battery electric vehicle to the US market. Aimed at the California market, it's a compact SUV-styled car that will also herald the return of the Mazda rotary engine for a plug-in hybrid version.

Many car trips are made with no more than one other passenger aboard, over relatively short distances at residential speed limits. Toyota's new battery electric C+pod was designed with just such scenarios in mind.

New vehicle-to-home (V2H) charging capabilities allow owners to repurpose the mighty Damon Hypersport electric motorcycle's beefy 21-kWh battery as a home backup power supply, giving you around two days of standalone power in an emergency.