#battery-technology

#battery-technology

Rivian is on the precipice of a very big year. In 2026, the California-based electric-vehicle startup plans to unleash the R2, a $45,000 mass-market SUV tasked with bringing it into the big leagues. And, as the automaker's CEO sees it, there's little room for error. "For a big company that has lots of other products, you can absorb that not going well, and the business will be fine," Rivian founder R.J. Scaringe told InsideEVs in an interview. "For a Rivian, it must go well."

The Leaf SV+ adds bigger wheels and a better infotainment system, and it can be fitted with an optional battery heater for those in cold climates.

SK On's research and development chief Park Kisoo expressed optimism about solid-state batteries, stating, 'When the world of solid-state batteries arrives, it will definitely be first applied in pouch-type cells in which we already have a technological edge.' He emphasized this could be a critical tool to compete against Chinese battery manufacturers.

The DJI Power 2000 power station offers a capacity of 2,048Wh, along with an output of 3,000 watts, significantly enhancing power availability for various devices.

GM is working with LG Energy Solution to upgrade its Ultium battery factory for lithium-iron-phosphate cells, boosting U.S. LFP production and supporting low-cost EVs.

The Volkswagen ID Buzz has garnered significant attention since its inception, aiming to connect classic microbus charm with modern electric vehicle efficiency.

The proposed electrode material combines conduction, ion mobility, and self-healing properties, aiming to simplify the structure and efficiency of battery cathodes.

The GT XX concept features a highly efficient battery pack with a structural design, integrating components that enhance performance, longevity, and safety in vehicle dynamics.

Modern robots can move with incredible agility, mimicking animal locomotion and executing complex tasks with mechanical precision, but they struggle significantly with endurance.

"It was really a setback for the company [Gouach] at the time," Vallette said. "But we knew that the technology itself was good, so we designed our own casing."

Batteries are transforming the way we live and leading us toward Net Zero, but they come with challenges. This investment will enable us to deliver our products to customers, making a real difference in the battery industry.