Chinese electric vehicle battery manufacturer CATL has introduced a new LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate) battery with a range of 1000 km. This new battery enables electric vehicles to travel long distances on a single charge, creating a breakthrough in energy storage technology. Here are the details…
CATL introduces an electric vehicle battery that provides a range of 1000 km
The new battery, codenamed “Qilin,” offers a more efficient design in terms of thermal management. It is said that the battery can go from 10% to 80% charge in just 10 minutes and is 13% more efficient than Tesla’s 4680-cell structural battery. The battery not only significantly reduces electric vehicle charging times but also provides a range of 1000 km and beyond. Here are its standout features:
The LFP battery, with a cathode made of Lithium Iron Phosphate, provides more efficient thermal management to prevent the battery from overheating, with an energy density of 160 Wh/kg. The ability to complete a charge cycle from 10% to 80% in as little as 10 minutes is another significant aspect.
The battery’s energy storage capacity is 72% by volume, which is 13% more efficient than Tesla’s 4680-cell structural battery. The third-generation module-free battery design also makes the batteries lighter and more compact.
With this new-generation battery design, CATL’s stock price rose by 6% on the Chinese stock exchange, and its market value exceeded $190 billion. Electric vehicle manufacturers are lining up to use the Qilin battery. Brands like Li Auto and Hozon plan to launch their first vehicles equipped with CATL’s new-generation battery next year.
This development is crucial for making long ranges possible with lighter batteries in the electric vehicle market. CATL’s new battery represents a significant step forward in energy storage solutions and could shape the future of electric vehicles. What do you think about the new battery? Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments section below.
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