We consulted a mechanical engineer and heat transfer specialist* to get his opinion on how Tesla might design the cooling system for its new 4680 integrated battery system. The analysis suggests that ...

A new patent filing from General Motors shows that the automaker is exploring new ways to package EV battery cells. The patent, filed by GM in June 2023, was published by the United States Patent and ...

Any potential industry shift toward cylindrical battery cells in EVs is far from a foregone conclusion, let alone an actual trend. Case in point: The battery supplier CATL makes a strong argument for ...

A Li-ion battery pack (green T-shaped arrangement) in an electric hybrid must maximize power capacity but fit into a tight space, making cooling and temperature controls more critical. In front of the ...

Cylindrical cells are a popular and less expensive option for electric vehicles, largely because their construction was born out of the consumer battery space, says Joe LoGrasso, a director of the U.S ...