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Chinese automaker Changan will begin testing revolutionary solid-state batteries this year that could power electric vehicles for nearly 1,000 miles on a single charge. Mass production is expected by 2027, potentially transforming how far EVs can travel.
A major study of over 8,000 electric vehicles reveals their batteries are holding up remarkably well, with the average EV retaining 95% of its original battery capacity. Even cars with over 100,000 miles often maintain 88-95% battery health, suggesting most EV batteries will outlast the vehicles themselves.
Researchers just solved a major battery problem by ditching toxic chemicals and accidentally made electric vehicle batteries work better than ever. The breakthrough could make EVs charge faster and drive farther while cutting production costs.
Two Michigan companies are building facilities to recycle electric vehicle batteries, recovering valuable materials and creating green jobs in Flint. They're turning what could be a massive waste problem into a thriving circular economy.
Five hundred retired electric vehicle batteries are getting a second life storing solar and wind energy for Texas' power grid. It's a win for sustainability and grid reliability that could scale across the country.
Electric vehicles are about to get a major upgrade with solid-state batteries that charge faster, drive farther, and are safer than current models. Multiple automakers are racing to bring this breakthrough technology to roads within the next few years.
China is finalizing the world's first official standard for solid-state EV batteries as automakers begin real-world testing of the game-changing technology. The move could accelerate the shift to batteries that charge faster, last longer, and drive farther than anything on the road today.
Retired electric vehicle batteries might solve China's biggest renewable energy challenge. Instead of ending up in landfills, these used batteries could store clean power for millions of homes.
A massive study of over 22,700 electric vehicles reveals batteries last far longer than expected, losing just 2.3% capacity per year. The findings crush one of the biggest fears holding people back from going electric.
American battery maker Factorial just launched the first commercial solid-state battery program in the US, bringing game-changing EV technology from the lab to real roads. Mercedes already drove 745 miles on a single charge with this tech.
A breakthrough battery technology that could give electric cars 600-mile range and cut weight by 40% just moved from the lab to real production in America. Factorial Energy is partnering with luxury carmaker Karma to put these game-changing batteries in actual vehicles by 2027.
A Chinese driver put 165,000 miles on his Xiaomi electric car in just 18 months, and the battery is still going strong at 94.5% health. His daily commute equals a New York to Boston round trip, proving modern EV batteries can handle far more than most people realize.
India's 2026 Budget is making clean energy more affordable for middle-class households by slashing import duties on solar panels and EV batteries. What once felt like a luxury for the wealthy is becoming a realistic option for everyday families.
Malaysia just launched a major battery recycling facility that will turn 24,000 tonnes of used EV batteries into valuable materials each year. The plant positions the country as Southeast Asia's next green technology leader.
Two of the world's biggest battery makers are launching sodium-ion batteries that charge in extreme cold and cost less than lithium. The first cars with this game-changing tech hit the road in 2026.
FAW Group just rolled out the first electric vehicle powered by solid-state batteries that could double driving range and slash costs in half. After 470 days of development, China's oldest automaker is leading the race to replace traditional EV batteries with technology that charges faster, lasts longer, and handles extreme heat.
A South Korean battery maker just solved a major problem that's been limiting electric vehicle batteries for years. The breakthrough could mean EVs that last longer and charge more safely.
A British company is investing £2 million in a new facility that gives retired electric vehicle batteries a second life powering the electrical grid. The Norfolk testing center will prove old EV batteries can store clean energy for years after leaving the road.
Colorado just introduced groundbreaking legislation requiring automakers to recycle massive EV batteries, turning today's electric vehicles into tomorrow's clean car materials. The plan could slash new mining demands by nearly 50% while creating local jobs and keeping hazardous batteries out of landfills.
Researchers in Asia are proving clean energy doesn't need expensive tech—just creativity. From rearranging solar panels like chess pieces to recycling old EV batteries, five breakthrough studies show developing nations can leapfrog to affordable renewable power.
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