Diminished Degradation: Stanford University researchers find resting lithium-metal batteries can reverse degradation
Stanford, California — A new study from researchers at Stanford University has found that simply resting a lithium-metal battery can reverse degradation from charging and use. Currently, these batteries are not used in electric or hybrid vehicles, even though they offer higher energy density and output, and lighter weight than their lithium-ion counterparts. This is […]
Tuesday Ticker: Volkswagen to build St. Thomas, Ont. battery plant; Rivian and Amazon reconsider deal
Toronto, Ontario — In this weekly Tuesday Ticker, we’re covering Volkswagen’s announcement for a Canadian-bound battery plant, plus Rivian’s rumoured reconsideration regarding exclusivity agreements with retail giant Amazon. Setting up in St. Thomas Volkswagen has chosen St. Thomas, Ont. as the site of its first-ever North American battery cell manufacturing plant. The company and its […]
Tuesday Ticker: Wall Street speculates Rivian results; Li-Cycle receives loan
Toronto, Ontario — In this weekly Tuesday Ticker, analysts speculate Rivian’s impending 2022 Q4 and full year results, while Li-Cycle receives an financial sum from the U.S. Department of Energy. Rivian watch Electric vehicle company Rivian is set to announce its 2022 Q4 and full year results on Tuesday after the markets close. The company […]
Tuesday Ticker: Quebec mine to be first in Canada to produce lithium; Lion Electric announces stock offering
Toronto, Ontario — All eyes are on Quebec in this weekly Ticker as Sayona Mining positions itself as the sole Canadian supplier of lithium—for the time being. Meanwhile, Montreal-based Lion Electric announces a stock offering with hopes to expand factories. First-of-its-kind lithium mine A lithium mine in Quebec will soon be the only Canadian site […]
Electric Exploration: ARC to research end-of-life EV processing, parts reuse and recycling under an agreement with Natural Resources Canada
Ottawa, Ontario — The Automotive Recyclers of Canada (ARC) has announced its plan to create a roadmap for its members and the industry in preparation for the increased number of end-of-life electric vehicles (EVs) over the next three to five years. The first part of the project will include research, gap analysis and an assessment for […]
Pure Potential: EV battery packs should last 15 years, says former Tesla CTO
Houston, Texas — Electric vehicle battery packs should last about 15 years, according to former Tesla chief technology officer and co-founder JB Straubel. In a recent interview at CERAweek 2022, Straubel was asked at what point he believes battery life reaches an end. Once responsible for Tesla’s battery development until 2019, where he led cell […]
Dahn’s Discussions: Tesla’s million-mile battery could contribute to the electric grid
Halifax, Nova Scotia — Elon Musk’s vision of a million-mile EV battery–a battery with a lifecycle of one million charges–leaves some pondering the question, “but why?” The actual goal is not to produce an electric vehicle capable of driving 1.6 million kilometres through its lifespan, according to Dalhousie Professor and lithium-ion battery pioneer Jeff Dahn. […]
Battery Books: Ford creates new job aids for high-voltage battery inspection and ADAS components
Detroit, Michigan — Ford Motor Co. has announced the creation of a new job aid designed to assist in repairs involving Ford and Lincoln battery-electric vehicles under-body high-voltage battery inspection, as well as two new aids on ADAS components. The new under-body high-voltage battery inspection job aid provides an overview of warnings and cautions repairers […]
Beware of Batteries: EV batteries may pose a threat to emergency responders
Toronto, Ontario — With electric vehicles gaining popularity, emergency responders may be in serious danger–especially since the automaker’s emergency response guides are suppositively not up to par. According to a new report conducted by National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) emergency responders may not be able to rely on emergency response guides provided by automakers when […]
