battery

Battery technology is getting better each year but in very small steps. But they’re still heavy, big, and environmentally bad once they’re used up. Many great minds and companies are trying to figure out how to improve them. Believe it or not, a 3D-printed battery may be the direction to go.  Sakuu is making a …

Many car owners may find themselves less comfortable doing basic repairs on electric vehicles because they may seem less familiar. Jump-starting an electric vehicle, for example, might seem intimidating, but as long as you remember the basics of jump-starting a car properly, it isn't that much different than jump-starting a standard gasoline-powered vehicle.

If your car's battery discharges over night, or after a couple nights, routinely, then you might have a parasitic draw in your car. Here is how to check for it.

An electric car's battery capacity is a bit like the volume of an ICE car's gas tank. But while automakers might quote gross capacities, the EVs only use the 'net' capacity. However, that's partly to improve the batteries' lifespan.

Diesel trucks are different from gasoline-powered trucks in a few ways, including that diesel trucks require two batteries to power up. This is because the trucks need more power to turn over.

GM and LG are combining forces in order to keep up with battery demand for new electric vehicles under the name Ultium Cells LLC. This will help easy supply chain issues that have plagued the industry.

No one wants an unreliable vehicle, and some brands, like Honda, are known for their dependability. In fact, Honda was named one of the top five most reliable car brands for 2020 by Consumer Reports. Unfortunately for Accord and CR-V owners, not every Honda is trouble-free. These two models have had enough problems with their …

One of the things that RV families keep aware of when they go camping is their energy usage. Nothing can spoil a quiet night watching the television on the entertainment system like a dead battery. Loss of heating fuel can also give one frozen fingers and toes while trying to sleep. So, here are some …

If one has used a golf cart to get around the campground or golf course, then they know how handy such a vehicle can be. Unfortunately, not everybody knows how to take care of them. So, some of the poor creatures won’t last very long. Regular maintenance, however, will elongate the service lives of electric …

Futuristic movies have given us a glimpse at flying self-driving cars. In recent years, there’s also been lots of interest in actual self-driving cars, albeit not the airborne variety. Though the flying version isn’t here yet, tech brand Apple plans to roll out a self-driving electric car by 2024. And its battery will be “next …

While the global internal-combustion vehicle fleet is slowly pivoting to EVs, it won’t be a simple or quick process. And most of the barriers are based on what separates ICE vehicles from EVs: battery packs. However, in addition to updates in design and material choices, there may be more good news for potential EV owners …

There’s almost nothing worse than getting into your car in the morning and turning the key, only to hear the clattering of the interior lights and the whine of the starter, but the car won’t start. Clearly, the battery is dead and the other problem is that no one else is around to help you …

Since the dawn of the Toyota Prius, hybrid cars and SUVs have been just short of a conspiracy to some. There’s a good chance you’ve heard someone speak in fear of the high cost of battery replacement. Or maybe they were talking about the worry of additional maintenance after buying a hybrid car. Regardless of …

There are many compelling reasons for the rising interest in electric vehicles. For one, there’s the electric vehicle tax credit. In addition, there is an assumed benefit toward slowing climate change due to zero emissions. The driver of your neighborhood electric vehicle inherently flexes their ethical muscles as they drive through the streets lined with …

Elon Musk has been hyping this announcement via twitter. After the stockholder’s meeting. Elon Musk held the Tesla Battery Day event. During this live streaming event, in fact, Musk announced big plans. The company is set to begin manufacturing new battery technology that he claims will change the future of not only Tesla cars but …

Tomorrow, September 22, 2020, is Tesla’s Annual Meeting of Stockholders. It will stream live on the Tesla website. Immediately following this awaited meeting, the Tesla Battery Day event streams live as well. The stockholders’ meeting will commence at 1:30 PM Pacific Time. The following Battery Day event is getting a lot of hype, but what …

Range really isn’t an issue for most electric cars anymore. But as with ICE cars, it’s not necessarily the size of the fuel tank, but how easy it is to get the fuel. With EVs, the problem isn’t battery size, but charging speed and battery longevity. Luckily, there are a few new developments that may …

People often think of Tesla as an auto manufacturer. But the company does a lot more than produce vehicles. The company also makes solar roofing tiles, and was also recently in the news for applying to get a license as an energy provider. So, it should come as no surprise that Tesla also wants to get …

Though its SUV project with Lincoln is dead, Rivian is still developing its EVs in other ways. And not just by making the R1T pickup and R1S SUV cheaper than expected, or adding a tank turn feature. New trademarks hint that the company might be adding an electric van and crossover to its lineup. And …

Everyone will have to replace their battery at some point. Mechanics estimate the average car battery is designed to last anywhere from two to five years. Of course, other factors go into this. Factors such as your vehicle type, weather, and type of battery in your car are all at play in how soon your …