#Lithium Ion Battery Pack

BYD Launches Third-Generation Qin Plus DM-i With Up to 220 km of Electric Range

BYD has launched the third-generation Qin Plus DM-i in China, bringing longer electric range, a larger body and optional LiDAR to its plug-in hybrid sedan. Limited-time prices start at 76,900 yuan, with the updated model retaining BYD’s fifth-generation DM hybrid technology.

Polestar Eyes LFP Batteries as It Targets a Climate-Neutral Car by 2035

Swedish EV maker Polestar is looking at lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery technology to help meet its 2035 target for a zero-emission production car, Head of Sustainability Fredrika Klarén said. Every current model in the Swedish brand’s lineup relies on nickel manganese cobalt cells, and the company has not yet named a launch timeline for an LFP-equipped vehicle.

Nio Firefly Gets CATL Qilin Battery With 560 km of CLTC Range

The larger battery uses nickel-cobalt-manganese cells and adds 140 km of claimed range over the original 42-kWh pack, which is supplied by Sunwoda and uses lithium iron phosphate cells.

Tesla Roadster Targets 10-Minute Charging With New High-Power Battery

Tesla says its next-generation Roadster will charge from 15% to 85% in about 10 minutes, using a high-voltage battery pack designed to prioritize power delivery and rapid charging. The electric supercar will use Tesla-developed 4680 cylindrical cells with a custom nickel-based lithium-ion chemistry, although the company has yet to disclose the pack’s capacity or confirm its peak charging rate. Tesla vice president of engineering Lars Moravy described the Roadster’s battery as the culmination of more than two decades of the company’s electric vehicle development.

Ford Fathom Is Shaping Up to Be a $30,000 Electric Pickup

The Fathom is still several months away from its full reveal, but Ford has already disclosed a number of details about the upcoming pickup, including its approximate size, powertrain configurations, technology and expected range.

Denza Previews New Z9S Electric Sedan to Rival Xiaomi SU7

The teaser introduces the model in a new “Morning Glow Purple” exterior color and offers a closer look at the fastback sedan as Denza continues expanding its premium EV lineup.

GM Reportedly Considering Wuling Bingo Pro as Chevrolet’s Next Affordable EV

If approved, the compact hatchback would expand Chevrolet’s affordable EV portfolio in regions such as Latin America, Africa, and Asia, where demand for low-cost electric vehicles continues to grow.

Slate Reveals $24,950 Electric Pickup As Future Rival To Ford’s Affordable EV Truck

The minimalist electric pickup is expected to compete with Ford’s upcoming affordable EV truck, though both companies have suggested the vehicles will target different buyers due to differences in size, features, and capability.

Volvo EX30 Recall Expands to China as Battery Safety Concerns Persist

The recall, which affects vehicles produced between April and December 2024, follows a larger global recall announced earlier this year and highlights the continued challenges facing Volvo’s entry-level EV.

Polestar 4 Coupe Launches in Korea With Lower Prices and Chassis Upgrades

The Swedish EV maker removed the “SUV” designation from the vehicle’s name, repositioning it as a coupe while enhancing ride and handling characteristics and reducing prices by up to 2 million won ($1,450) for some variants. Online sales began on June 11.

Ford Takes Over $3.8 Billion DOE Loan for Battery Storage Pivot

The move followed the dissolution of Ford’s battery manufacturing partnership with SK On, which was originally expected to receive up to $9.63 billion in federal financing through the Department of Energy’s Advanced Technology Vehicles Manufacturing program.

Xiaomi YU7 GT Sets New Nürburgring Production SUV Lap Record

The high-performance electric SUV completed the Nürburgring Nordschleife in 7 minutes and 34.931 seconds, nearly two seconds faster than Audi’s previous production SUV record.

Tesla to Use Former GM Site for LFP battery Production in Michigan

Tesla’s partnership with LG Energy Solution reflects a broader push to localize battery production in the United States.

Rivian Drops R1S and R1T Base Trims After LFP Battery Calibration Issues

The decision removes the most affordable variants of the R1 lineup and raises the starting price of both vehicles, while also potentially creating space in the lineup for the upcoming R2.

Ford is Designing its New EV Pickup Around LFP Batteries

Executives say the decision to center the new Universal EV Platform on LFP was made early and shaped the truck’s packaging, weight targets and cost strategy.

More Than Half of the 2027 Chevy Bolt’s Components Are Chinese

According to manufacturing disclosures, just 17% of the vehicle’s parts come from the U.S. and Canada, while a majority originate from China.

2027 Chevy Bolt Adds Major Fast-Charging Upgrade

The update signals progress toward series production of the automaker’s next-generation, lower-priced electric vehicle.

Why Electric Car Battery Fires Can Reignite After a Crash

A collision-damaged EV can look quiet while heat is still moving through its battery pack. Crushed or punctured cells may fail later, so evacuation, recovery and storage require trained responders.

Ford CEO Jim Farley Defends CATL Battery Licensing Strategy

The comments addressed criticism surrounding Ford’s partnership with CATL and its broader battery strategy.

2027 Chevy Bolt Beats Expectations With 262-Mile EPA Driving Range

The updated all-electric hatchback is now rated for up to 262 miles on a single charge, exceeding earlier estimates and reinforcing the Bolt’s position as one of the most affordable long-range EVs in the U.S. market.