Scientists have discovered a new manufacturing process that could significantly improve lithium-ion battery charging rates in cold temperatures, potentially allowing electric vehicles to charge 500% faster.
A four-year EU project led by Empa has successfully improved lithium-ion batteries, making them more sustainable, safer, and with higher energy density. The project focused on scaling up new materials and technologies for market readiness.
Researchers have developed a new battery technology using single-crystal cathode materials, potentially allowing electric vehicles to travel for a million kilometers.