What?
Polestar and StoreDot have achieved a significant milestone in electric vehicle (EV) battery charging by successfully charging a Polestar 5 hatchback from 10 to 80 percent in just 10 minutes using StoreDot’s Extreme Fast Charging (XFC) technology. This breakthrough marks the first demonstration of extreme fast charging in a drivable vehicle with silicon-dominant cells.
So What?
This breakthrough in EV battery technology has the potential to revolutionize EV ownership by addressing range and charging anxiety, allowing drivers to travel long distances with the same convenience as traditional fossil fuel-powered vehicles. The XFC technology offers energy density comparable to state-of-the-art nickel manganese cobalt (NMC) cells while eliminating the need for specialist cooling systems. Additionally, the batteries can be produced without requiring separate production lines from existing lithium-ion batteries and offer high recyclability and serviceability.
What’s next?
The successful demonstration of extreme fast charging using silicon-dominant cells paves the way for more efficient and convenient EV charging experiences. With the potential to add 320 kilometers of range to a mid-sized EV in just 10 minutes, this technology sets the stage for quicker and more reliable charging infrastructure for EVs. As EV manufacturers continue to enhance battery technology, we can expect to see further advancements that make EV ownership more accessible and hassle-free.
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