I see lately lot of BYD vehicles on the road It's look like people less buying Tesla And prefer other brands I saw even BYD fork lift . Not only cars.
https://electriccarsreport.com/2024...ster-charging-longer-range-for-electric-cars/ Rock Solid: New Battery Tech Promises Faster Charging, Longer Range for Electric Cars Electric cars are surging in popularity, but limitations with current battery technology are a hurdle. Enter a breakthrough from the Technical University of Denmark (DTU): solid-state batteries based on potassium and sodium silicates, a common and affordable minerals found in everyday rocks. These new batteries boast several advantages over traditional lithium-ion batteries: – Eco-Friendly: They ditch environmentally harmful lithium and cobalt for abundant rock materials. – Supercharged Performance: Solid electrolytes allow ions to move faster, enabling quicker charging and potentially longer driving ranges – imagine traveling 1,000 kilometers on a mere 10-minute charge! – Enhanced Safety: Solid electrolytes eliminate the fire risk associated with liquid electrolytes in lithium-ion batteries. – Scalable Production: Rock is plentiful, making mass production of these batteries easier and cheaper. While this technology is incredibly promising, it’s still in its early stages. It may take around 10 years before we see it powering commercial electric cars. Researchers need to overcome some hurdles: – Scaling Up Production: The challenge lies in adapting lab processes for large-scale battery manufacturing. – Ensuring Layer Integrity: The ultra-thin layers within the battery require precise production and sealing to function correctly. Both researchers and electric car manufacturers consider solid-state batteries to be the super battery of the future. In a solid-state battery, the ions travel through a solid material and not through a liquid, as in the regular AA+ lithium-ion batteries you can buy in the supermarket. There are several advantages to this; the ions can move faster through a solid material, making the battery more efficient and faster to charge. A single battery cell can be made as thin as a piece of cardboard, where the anode, cathode, and solid-state electrolyte are ultra-thin layers of material. This means that we can make more powerful batteries that take up less space. This offers benefits on the road, as you will be able to drive up to 1,000 km on a single 10-minute charge. In addition, a solid-state battery is more fireproof, as it does not contain combustible liquid. Dr Mohamad Khoshkalam, the researcher behind this innovation, remains optimistic despite the challenges. His invention has the potential to transform electric vehicles, making them cleaner, faster-charging, and more accessible. His team is currently developing a prototype battery that can show companies and potential investors that the material works. A prototype is expected to be ready within 1-2 years.
https://blinkcharging.com/blog/four-myths-about-ev-charging-debunked https://www.idtechex.com/en/research-article/as-city-buses-turn-electric-what-awaits-the-electric-coach-market/31319 https://electriccarsreport.com/2024/07/geely-unveils-its-new-short-blade-ev-battery-technology/
https://electriccarsreport.com/2024...ew-wireless-electric-vehicle-charging-record/ "“The receiver coil designed for the Porsche Taycan research vehicle can achieve 8 to 10 times higher power density compared to existing systems,” said ORNL’s Omer Onar, leader of the Vehicle Power Electronics group and lead researcher on the Porsche demonstration. “Per kilowatt weight, this is also the most lightweight charging system in the world.” Power density is important in wireless charging because it indicates how much power the system can handle relative to its size. The goal is to achieve higher densities from smaller, more compact systems to improve overall efficiency and performance. ORNL’s system can achieve a 50% increase in state of charge within 10 minutes with more than 95% efficiency. The power transfer was conducted over a 4.75-inch gap between the ground and the coil mounted to the underside of the vehicle."
https://blinkcharging.com/blog/four-myths-about-ev-charging-debunked Four Myths About EV Charging Debunked Posted 06/27/2024 "Misinformation about electric vehicles (EVs) and EV charging is widespread. At Blink Charging, a big part of our mission is to help provide accurate information to current and future EV drivers, charging station site hosts, and the general public. Below is a list of four of the most common myths and misconceptions about EV charging – and some key facts to help clear the air… and set the record straight. Myth #1: “EV Batteries End Up in Landfills.” EV batteries are not disposed of in landfills. Instead, they are recycled or repurposed for other uses. This misconception stems from comparing EV batteries to nickel-cadmium batteries used in household items. Unlike those batteries, EV batteries are lithium-ion and significantly different from typical household or car batteries. When an EV battery pack is no longer suitable for driving, it still retains a substantial amount of power. According to Dr. Hanjiro Ambrose from the University of California Davis, after 8 to 12 years of use, an EV battery pack can retain more than two-thirds of its power. Reusing EV Batteries Although old EV battery packs may not be suitable for vehicles due to degradation from rapid charging and discharging cycles, they can still be repurposed for various uses, such as: EV batteries (with some refurbishment) Stationary power storage for commercial use Support for electricity grids Renewable energy storage Powering streetlights with solar power Powering factory robots Recycling EV Batteries Even when an EV battery is fully depleted after its second life, it doesn’t end up in a landfill. Instead, it can be recycled. Specialty EV battery recycling companies, such as Redwood Materials Inc. in Carson City, NV and Li-Cycle holdings Corp. in Toronto, have emerged. Redwood partners with Panasonic, a supplier for Tesla’s batteries, where Li-Cycle collaborates with General Motors. In Europe, Groupe Renault collaborates with Veolia and Solvay to extract and purify battery metals from used EV batteries. The Global Battery Alliance (GBA) also strives to ensure EV battery supply chains are sustainable and equitable. This alliance includes over 150 businesses, governments, academics, industry actors, and international and non-governmental organizations. Their mission is to ensure battery production supports green energy, safeguards human rights, and promotes health and environmental sustainability. Myth #2: “The Electricity Grid Cannot Handle the Increased Demand from EV Charging.” Some worry that if every vehicle on the road suddenly became an EV and every household installed an EV charging station today, the electrical grid would likely fail. However, the transition to EVs is gradual, providing ample time to upgrade the electrical infrastructure to keep pace with EV adoption. Several studies have analyzed the gap between current and future power needs for electric vehicles. A 2019 “Summary Report by U.S. DRIVE on EVs at scale and the U.S. Electric Power System” estimated that with medium to high Ev adoption, the U.S. would need to add 15 to 27 Terawatt hours annually by 2050. E3, GridLab, and UC Berkeley’s 2021 report, “2035 2.0: Distribution Grid Cost Impacts Driven by Transportation Electrification,” finds that in a scenario where all light-duty vehicle sales are EVs by 2030, the coincident peak load will be 113 Gigawatts (0.113 TW) in 2035 and 167 GW (0.167 TW) in 2050. PWC projects that the average total annual in the U.S. could increase from 24 TWh in 2023 to 468 TWh by 2040, an 1850% increase. However, this represents only 9% to 12% of the projected U.S. grid capacity, which is within current reserve margins. This week, Rystad Energy forecasted that power consumption from transportation will increase from 18.3 TWh in 2023 to 131 TWh by 2030. It’s important for us to remember: electrical grids are constantly maintained, repaired, and upgraded every year, regardless of EVs. What do these statistics mean for EV drivers? As the shift from gas to electric vehicles progresses gradually, utility providers have the time to enhance battery storage and power generation to support EVs. Smart technology, such as load management and demand response, will enable utilities to manage electricity more effectively during peak hours. With battery energy storage (BES) systems and V2G technology, EV charging can even transform electric vehicles into backup batteries for the grid. Myth #3: “You Cannot Charge an EV in the Backcountry.” Solar power offers new opportunities for businesses and governments to install EV charging stations in off-grid locations. Stellantis and EV brand Rivian are placing solar-powered EV charging stations at trailheads. With an experienced solar provider, businesses can also install Blink charging stations under solar panels. Heading to a National Park? To celebrate the National Park Service (NPS) Centennial, BMW Group, National Park Foundation, and the U.S. Department of Energy installed 100 Level 2 charging stations at national parks from 2018 to 2019. The Clean Cities National Parks initiative has also brought EV charging to national parks. While only select trailheads currently have EV charging capabilities, these initiatives show that EV charging is expanding to some of the most rural regions of the U.S. View the map of national parks with EV charging stations. Many new EV drivers worry about range anxiety. As Level 2 chargers expand to hotels and DC fast chargers to highways, emergency roadside assistance companies are investing in portable EV chargers to help stranded drivers. Myth #4: “Old Buildings Cannot Have EV Charging Infrastructure Installed.” Retrofitting an old building for EV charging can be costly, but it is achievable. Upgrading the electrical systems in an old building may be necessary, but it can be worthwhile if there’s sufficient demand. As EVs become the default type of vehicle worldwide, the ability to charge a vehicle will become a necessity rather than a perk. Old buildings can be retrofitted to upgrade their electrical systems. They can also implement load management to host several chargers on a single circuit. Conclusion Transitioning to EVs involves more than just manufacturing and selling them. It requires a comprehensive evolution of the automotive ecosystem. If you're interested in becoming an EV charging site host, Blink Charging offers Level 2 and DCFC options. Contact Blink Charging today to speak with an expert. For more information, read about additional EV myths here."
Bat can't wait until all the Costco and Walmart parking lots are full of EVs https://www.25newsnow.com/2024/08/25/electric-vehicles-catch-fire-rivians-normal-plant/
Clearly, we have a long way to go - but forward, as far as possible away from fossil fuel - we must go... Science and tech must advance and offer other, better, more sustainable solutions...
Like so??? https://www.pv-magazine.com/2023/12...ergy-density-cobalt-free-lithium-ion-battery/ Japanese scientists develop high energy density, cobalt-free lithium-ion battery The new cobalt-free battery yields about 60% greater energy density than conventional lithium-ion batteries for an equivalent weight and volume and sustains unprecedented 1,000 cycles. https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1055354
Crap Now Bat got the envy (pronounced awn vie in Cajun) for a CyberTruck . A coupla days back he was convering his old "smoker" out of an experimental he owned before he quit flying to make the T-Rex smoke like his old 2nd Gen Cummins when he had the idea of making a "smoker" for an EV . Imagine him going to a Car Show and parking the easily recognized CyberTruck in a line of $150,000+ Classic Cars then hitting the remote control and the smoke start rising from below the CyberTruck He'd hear more screaming than he did from Hitlery supporters after Trump Won the 1st Time So iff y'all read someone was Permantly Banned from Cruisin The Coast in Biloxi next year you'll know it was Bat