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🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Will electric car batteries last longer than expected? Subsidies undermine confidence in used cars

A recent study reveals that used electric cars retain significant battery capacity, alleviating concerns for potential buyers.

Feb 26 • 04:30 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

How long do electric car batteries actually last? Research investigates

A study from Britain finds that electric vehicle batteries retain their capacity better over time than expected.

Feb 24 • 13:47 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Renault partners with the Spanish Basquevolt to develop the battery for the electric car of the future

Renault has teamed up with Basquevolt to develop a next-generation electric vehicle battery that promises a breakthrough in energy density compared to current lithium-ion batteries.

Feb 24 • 11:17 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Life & Tech

STUDY ⟩ It Turned Out How Long the Lifespan of Electric Car Batteries Is

A comprehensive study in the UK reveals that electric vehicle high-voltage batteries maintain their capacity significantly better than many consumers have previously believed.

Feb 23 • 14:38 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Car batteries need care even in new cars. You can't do without these helpers today

Car batteries, even in newer vehicles, require attention as cold weather can lead to failures, impacting vehicle functionality.

Feb 23 • 04:36 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Rental Car Theft: A Winter Trick That Could Have Serious Consequences

Estonian drivers are facing common winter challenges, including dead batteries, leading some to try using rental cars as a temporary solution, which may lead to serious complications and repair costs.

Feb 22 • 13:45 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Many realize they've made a mistake only when the car no longer moves - "Even a good battery can drain with improper use"

Cold weather can significantly affect car batteries, with many drivers discovering battery issues only when their car fails to start.

Feb 21 • 10:03 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Prices Have Never Been So Low: Is This the Time to Buy a Used Electric Car?

The article discusses the historical drop in prices of used electric cars and whether now is the right time to purchase one.

Feb 18 • 17:30 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

How long does a hybrid car battery last, according to specialists

Experts suggest that with proper maintenance, hybrid car batteries can last over 350,000 kilometers and benefit from regenerative charging during driving.

Feb 17 • 03:01 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

Bidirectional Charging: Making Money with Electricity from Electric Cars?

The article discusses bidirectional charging technology for electric vehicles, highlighting its potential to allow electric car batteries to store energy when prices are low and return it to the grid when needed.

Feb 16 • 10:33 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Insurance Company Warns of the Life-Threatening Danger Hidden in Electric Car Batteries

Finland's Pohjola Insurance warns that the increasing use of electric cars poses risks due to the potential release of hazardous hydrofluoric acid from burning lithium batteries.

Feb 16 • 08:52 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

The race to develop electric car batteries heats up among major companies

The competition to develop electric car batteries has intensified, becoming not just an environmental battle but also an industrial and political one among China, the USA, and the EU.

Feb 13 • 08:38 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

The first sodium-ion battery car has arrived and it has a couple of important advantages

Changan has launched the world's first mass-produced electric car equipped with a sodium-ion battery, addressing cold weather performance issues typical of conventional lithium-ion batteries.

Feb 11 • 06:27 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Regensburg: 20 tons of car batteries catch fire – A 93 completely closed

A truck carrying around 20 tons of car batteries caught fire on the A93 highway near Regensburg, causing severe traffic disruptions.

Feb 10 • 07:40 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Study shows that frequent fast charging reduces the longevity of electric car batteries

A recent study indicates that while electric car batteries show reasonable durability, frequent use of fast charging can negatively impact their lifespan.

Feb 10 • 02:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

New batteries enhance electric car performance in extreme cold

The electric vehicle industry is innovating sodium-ion batteries to improve performance in freezing temperatures, demonstrating better resilience than traditional lithium-ion batteries.

Feb 8 • 15:15 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Perspective: Why are all the cars that break down on the roadside gasoline and diesel cars?

The article discusses the issues faced by gasoline and diesel car owners in Southern Finland during a harsh winter, emphasizing recurring problems with batteries and maintenance.

Feb 7 • 09:08 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Life & Tech

Does slow charging in cold weather annoy you? Salt is predicted to be the solution

New battery technology could significantly reduce electric vehicle prices, making a 30,000 euro car cost just 20,000 euros, as several automakers explore sodium-ion batteries for better performance in cold conditions.

Feb 5 • 15:48 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
Crime & Justice

Middle East: Twelve Israelis charged in a smuggling case involving products sent to Hamas in Gaza

Twelve Israelis have been charged in a large smuggling ring supplying various products to Hamas in the Gaza Strip, including cigarettes, iPhones, batteries, communication cables, and car parts, valued at several hundred thousand euros.

Feb 4 • 14:26 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Good news for hybrid car buyers: batteries retain their capacity for years

A comprehensive analysis by the German Automobile Club (ADAC) reveals that used plug-in hybrid car batteries demonstrate good durability in daily use, even over long distances.

Feb 2 • 23:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

The gigafactory in Karviná will never be built, I will pursue another investment, announced Babiš

Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš announced that a planned gigafactory for electric car batteries will not be constructed in Dolní Lutyně due to local residents' objections.

Jan 11 • 14:44 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
World

VIDEO: The Chinese presented a car with a unique battery: It will also arrive in Europe and will be cheaper than its predecessors

The new MG4 Electric, now reaching initial customers in China, marks a significant milestone in the electric vehicle market as the world's first mass-produced electric car equipped with an innovative semi-solid battery offering various advantages.

Jan 9 • 08:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

How to extend the lifespan of a car battery

This article provides simple tips to extend the lifespan of car batteries and avoid unexpected repairs.

Jan 3 • 09:00 UTC

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