In a new study, researchers at UC Santa Barbara test safer and more efficient alternatives to traditional lithium-ion batteries. Lithium-ion batteries, used in devices such as phones and electric vehicles (EVs), use liquid electrolytes that can overheat and catch fire. Solid-state batteries use non-flammable solids instead, making them safer, more compact, and longer-lasting. According to…
Battery and charging innovations driving electrification
by Luca Vezzadini, ZIVAN The urgency of mitigating climate change and reducing greenhouse gas emissions has prompted businesses to adopt more sustainable transportation solutions, particularly electric vehicles (EVs). Lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) are at the forefront of electrification. McKinsey predicted that the entire LIB chain, from mining through recycling, could grow by over 30% annually from 2022…
Yamaha Golf Car Company—Trojan Motive T875-AGM Battery Option
Features: • Later this year, Motive T875-AGM batteries by Trojan will be available as an option to company’s standard flooded lead-acid (FLA) batteries • These AGM batteries are protected by a “Life of the Lease” warranty • Do not require watering—making maintenance worry free • Motive T875-AGM batteries have a shorter charging time than standard…