Sodium ion batteries are increasingly showing sectors where they can replace lithium ion. This is a game changer: while lithium is only mined in a few countries, sodium is ubiquitous (NaCl).
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Design resembles battery architecture used in Tesla cells, scientists say
FINALLY! An American manufacturer is taking battery technology seriously. More is needed. Chinese cars with Chinese battery tech now have ranges >600 miles and in cold weather as well.
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The automaker and Peak Energy are developing a safer alternative to lithium-ion tech.