New EV battery could charge up to 70 times faster
Australian invention could solve big shortcoming of electric vehicles: long charging times
20 May 2021 - 12:52
An Australian nanotechnology battery invention could wipe out the range and recharging shortcomings of electric cars and trucks within the next five years.
The breakthrough graphene aluminium-ion battery cells charge up to 70 times faster than lithium-ion cells, are more efficient, can discharge energy faster and have a longer lifespan. They’re also more sustainable and easier to recycle...
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