Electric car battery charges in under five minutes in track test
What infrastructure does Dr. Brightman say needs upgrading?
Dr. Brightman says that the supporting infrastructure for electric vehicles needs upgrading, specifically the grid and rapid chargers with the capability to deliver charge to the battery.
What global developments are there in fast-charging batteries?
UK start-up Nyobolt has successfully tested an electric car battery that charged from 10% to 80% in just over four minutes, marking a significant milestone in fast-charging battery technology. Toyota has also announced a technical breakthrough allowing for solid-state batteries that can charge in ten minutes and last 1,200 km. Additionally, US start-up Gravity has developed a compact charger capable of adding 200 miles of range in under 13 minutes. These advancements aim to reduce "range anxiety" and increase the uptake of electric vehicles.
How does Nyobolt's charge time compare to Tesla's supercharger?
Nyobolt's battery charged from 10% to 80% in 4 minutes and 37 seconds in its first live demonstration, while an existing Tesla supercharger can charge a car battery to 80% in 15-20 minutes1.