More and more people believe in electric cars, but everybody has to recognize their battery remains a weak point. The […]
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Audi will build its own lithium-ion battery packs, in house with Panasonic cells
Just in case someone was looking for another proof of Audi’s commitment to electric cars, we’re learning today that the […]
Extending the range of an electric Smart, Rinspeed got an idea
The electric Smart car has a 17.7-kWh battery pack giving a 85-mile range. Not enough for some people, so Rinspeed, […]
BMW and Toyota, with diesels in front, batteries behind
BMW and Toyota were partners already, a few years ago. Toyota was providing a diesel engine to BMW. That was […]
The GM-LG deal shows that America’s still behind South Korea when it comes to batteries
Like Europe, America has been trying to jump-start its battery manufacturing capacities. The federal government has invested more than $2 […]
At last, thanks to GM, American battery maker A123 Systems has a reason to celebrate
Back in 2008, General Motors was looking for a battery supplier for its upcoming plug-in hybrid car, the Chevrolet Volt. […]
Recycling old batteries, General Motors works with ABB to find solutions
Not that there are many electric cars around, but some people are already worrying about their batteries. Where will they […]
Three reasons why fuel cells could prevail over batteries
Talking with engineers about fuel cells at the challenge Bibendum, I met one who was totally convinced that fuel cells […]
Ford will sell its electric models charger included
Bill Ford introduced the electric Focus in Detroit. That was expected, but the car came with a surprise, a Ford-branded […]
The MyFord mobile app because it seems electric cars can’t come gadgetry-free
I’m a big electric car fan but I don’t have a smartphone. It may sound strange to many because I […]
SB LiMotive signs with Fiat to provide batteries for the electric 500
There are hundreds of batteries manufacturers, but you can count on your fingers those who made a deal with a […]
Tesla Motors & Panasonic: business ties that are growing stronger
We learned in Spring that Tesla Motors has chosen Panasonic as its next battery supplier. That didn’t surprised me. Panasonic […]