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Batteries on wheels: Electric cars may save power grid, if drivers let them. November 21, 2024. 12 comments. Jennifer Dudley-Nicholson. Electric vehicles could put strain Australia's energy networks, or they might save them: It will be up to motorists to decide which path the nation takes, experts say. EV News.
Tesla Model 3 RWD or AWD: Are longer range and more power …
Jan 18, 2022 · Currently, the basic variant is $59,900 before on-roads, while the Long Range starts at $73,200 and the Performance starts at $84,900. Drive away, the basic variant rolls out the door (or rather, off the boat) for between $62,000 and $66,000 depending on which state you live in, whereas the Long Range costs from $75,000 to $80,000.
Tesla’s key battery supplier remains top of global list in 2022
May 6, 2022 · CATL may remain a lesser-known name in the automotive world, but in the first three months of 2022 it reached 35% of the world’s battery supply maintaining its leadership as the world’s largest battery maker. Other more well-known brands like LG, Panasonic and Samsung’s combined market share was lower than CATL alone. Source: carloop.
Debunking the 80/20 limits on EV battery charging: More ... - The …
The other reason for only charging to 80% is when you’re at a DC fast-charger. The physics of battery charging is that the time for an EV battery to charge from 0% to 80% is very roughly the same as it takes to go from 80% to 100%. (LFP chemistry batteries start slowing at slightly higher percentages, but the effect is much the same: DC ...
Why Tesla's move to 48-volt electrical architecture is an industry …
Mar 20, 2023 · The 48-volt electrical architecture presents new challenges to reduce complexity and increase safety, but Tesla’s adoption of this technology in the CyberTruck marks a significant step forward for the auto industry. With their vertical integration, manufacturing capabilities, and corporate structure, Tesla is uniquely positioned to design and ...
To EV or not to EV? A clear cost analysis between electric vehicles …
Feb 2, 2023 · Source: Mac Bryla. As illustrated in the chart above, petrol cars need almost five times more energy than electric cars to travel the same distance. Electric vehicles are very efficient, 95% of the energy is used to move you forward, and only about 5% is lost to heat and friction. Petrol cars, on the other hand, use only 20% of the available ...
The new wave of Chinese electric cars: Here is what to expect in 2024
Source: cnevpost. Over in the UK, the smart #1 is priced from £35,950 which is similarly priced to the BYD Atto 3 which starts at £37,695. A pricing comparison shows that both of these cars are priced under the Tesla Model Y which starts at £44,990.
Are EVs really much heavier than their ICE equivalents? - The Driven
ICE and BEV mass in equivalent models (Data: manufacturer specification sheets) As shown by the above table, full electric versions are only around 10% to 15% heavier than their direct ICE equivalent. This could hardly be described as a ‘massive’ difference. Furthermore, if your driving needs are mainly short commuter-style trips, choosing ...
World's largest battery maker announces major breakthrough in …
Apr 21, 2023 · Source: CATL. In one of the most significant battery breakthroughs in recent years, the world’s largest battery manufacturer CATL has announced a new “condensed” battery with 500 Wh/kg which it says will go into mass production this year. “The launch of condensed batteries will usher in an era of universal electrification of sea, land ...
Tesla’s switch to BYD batteries is achieving faster charging times
May 22, 2023 · BYD says higher charging speeds don’t impact the longevity of the battery. “The Blade Battery tops 1.2 million km after 3,000 cycles of charging / discharging, while headline performance figures for the Blade Battery-powered BYD Tang include a single-charge range of 505km (NEDC) and acceleration from 0-100 km/h in just 4.6-seconds,” says ...