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JD Shavit
- 4 days ago
NASA’s incredible new solid-state battery could revolutionize air travel
New solid-state sulfur selenium battery has the potential to revolutionize aviation by replacing traditional gas engines with electricity
JJ Shavit
- Nov 15
Groundbreaking EV shatters the record for the longest-range electric car
Without any aid from solar power, they've set an awe-inspiring world record for the longest-range electric car.
JJ Shavit
- Nov 13
Researchers warn that most people are charging their electric cars incorrectly
Most electric vehicle (EV) owners tend to charge their vehicles at home during the evening or overnight, leading to significant costs
JJ Shavit
- Nov 10
Gamechanging technology could extend EV range to over 3,000 miles on a single charge
In the world of EVs, a significant leap has been made in battery technology, promising an unprecedented boost in energy storage capacities.
JJ Shavit
- Nov 6
Introducing Jetson One - the personal jetpack that can fly faster than a car
Aviation enthusiasts, buckle up: The future of personal flight is not on the distant horizon—it's virtually knocking at our doors.
JJ Shavit
- Oct 13
Stanford research warns against charging electric cars at home overnight
Most electric vehicle (EV) owners tend to charge their vehicles at home during the evening or overnight, leading to significant costs.
JJ Shavit
- Oct 10
Breakthrough technology could extend EV range to over 3,000 miles on a single charge
Researchers have unveiled a groundbreaking technique to amplify the energy storage capacity of batteries tenfold.
JJ Shavit
- Oct 6
Porsche’s new EV models will travel an incredible 800 miles between charges
Historically celebrated for its sleek, high-performance sports cars, the automaker is steering its legacy toward a sustainable future.
JJ Shavit
- Sep 30
First-of-its-kind ‘universal’ EV charger can revolutionize how we drive
Researchers may have found the key to address a challenge haunting EV enthusiasts globally – the quest for lightning-fast charging.
JJ Shavit
- Sep 25
Scientists develop solar-powered electric motors for EVs that never need to plug in
This innovative solar-powered motor, as per the university's findings, boasts an astounding 88 percent efficiency.
JJ Shavit
- Sep 18
Experimental electric vehicle shatters world record - goes 0 to 60 in less than a second
In a world facinated with speed and the quest for superior technology, a group of Swiss students has risen to new heights in EV acceleration
JJ Shavit
- Sep 15
Student-made EV shatters the record for the longest-range electric car
Without any aid from solar power, students from TUM have set an awe-inspiring world record for the longest-range electric car.
JJ Shavit
- Sep 14
Breakthrough technology will slash EV charging time in half
This revolutionary development, promising to improve the practicality and appeal of electric cars by reducing charge time by over half.
JJ Shavit
- Sep 13
Major discovery on Nevada-Oregon Border will redefine the electric vehicle industry
This find not only reinforces the United States' position on the global lithium stage but also dramatically elevates it.
JJ Shavit
- Sep 10
Groundbreaking innovation could extend EV range to over 3,000 miles on a single charge
In the world of EVs, a significant leap has been made in battery technology, promising an unprecedented boost in energy storage capacities.
JJ Shavit
- Sep 4
Game-changing solid state lithium battery charges in less than 15 minutes
QuantumScape has announced impressive performance figures for what may be the first commercially viable lithium metal solid state battery.
JJ Shavit
- Aug 21
Cutting-Edge Technology Eliminates EV Battery Range Degradation In Cold Weather
Just as the cold diminishes a camera’s battery life quicker than usual, electric vehicle (EV) batteries have struggled in icy conditions.
JJ Shavit
- Aug 6
Scientists just made a significant breakthrough in lithium-ion batteries
LI batteries are celebrated for their high energy density and rechargeability, driving our smartphones, laptops and electric cars.
JJ Shavit
- Jul 28
Stanford study cautions against charging electric cars overnight at home
The study recommends that the practice should change, with more EV owners charging their cars during the day at work or at charging stations
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