A rechargeable battery technology that offers many advantages over lithium-ion batteries. Aluminum-ion batteries for EVs are expected to fully charge in as little as 10 minutes, hold more energy and last longer. They are also reportedly more stable, safer and cost considerably less. In addition, aluminum-ion batteries are more easily recyclable.
Tesla is developing aluminum-ion batteries, which should be a game changer in the EV market if they are successful at it. However, existing Teslas cannot simply switch batteries without internal modifications to the vehicle. Stay tuned! See
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