Key Takeaways Gaston Planté introduced the world to the first lead acid battery in 1859. Camille Alphonse Faure made significant improvements to the lead-acid battery by introducing a method of coating lead plates with a paste of lead oxides, sulfuric acid, and water. The Origin Of The Lead-Acid Battery: Powering...
Which EV Cars Use Nickel-Metal Hydride Batteries?
Key Takeaways The most iconic example is the Toyota Prius, which debuted in 1997 and relied on NiMH batteries for its hybrid system through multiple generations. NiMH batteries were once the go-to for hybrid EVs, but modern electric cars have largely moved on to lithium battery types. Electric vehicles (EVs)...
Are Solid State Batteries Recyclable?
Key Takeaways On July 8, 2024, researchers at Pennsylvania State University (Penn State) announced a groundbreaking advancement in solid state battery recycling. While lithium-ion batteries typically last for 1,500 to 2,000 charge cycles, solid-state batteries are capable of enduring 8,000 to 10,000 cycles. The short answer is yes, although more...
The Environmental Impact of Electric Vehicle Batteries
Key Takeaways In the UK, the push for greener travel has seen EV sales soar, with over 1 million electric cars now registered on our roads. The EU’s pushing for action with rules for lithium recycling efficiency to reach 65% by the end of 2025. The Rise of Electric Vehicles...