[New] Taking a different approach, Donut labs and Verge Motorcycles partnered to create an alternative EV motorcycle battery with new all-solid-state technology that emphasize safety by providing thermal stability and faster charging, reducing the risk of thermal runaway.
ReSource Pro
[New] Global EV deliveries, including battery-electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids, are forecast to increase by 24.5% this year.
EV Volumes
[New] If lithium prices remain elevated as Scotiabank predicts, the economic case for battery recycling will become undeniable.
The Chronicle-Journal
[New] A significant portion of the projected demand growth in 2026 is attributed to Battery Energy Storage Systems and the burgeoning needs of AI-driven data centers.
The Chronicle-Journal
[New] Battery storage is becoming cost-effective; battery costs have dropped by more than 90% since 2010 and are expected to decrease further in the coming years.
The Virginian-Pilot
[New] Geopolitical Security: By utilizing materials that are geopolitically safe, the battery addresses critical supply chain vulnerabilities that have plagued traditional lithium-ion battery production, largely concentrated in China.
Aerospace & Defense News
[New] Countries developing domestic battery supply chains may find opportunities as Chinese firms seek overseas partnerships or exports to utilize spare capacity.
Net Zero Compare
[New] Bidirectional Use of Batteries In 2026, battery storage systems will become an increasingly popular choice for both consumers and businesses looking to manage energy costs, enhance independence, and secure backup power.
Cognitive Energy LLC
[New] 2026's batch of Windows PCs will be powered by updated AMD, Intel, and Qualcomm chips that promise better AI performance, better integrated graphics performance, and multi-day battery life.
Mashable
[New] Seabed mining could play an increasingly critical role in meeting global battery metal requirements, particularly if terrestrial mining capacity struggles to scale sufficiently.
Discovery Alert
[New] Cobalt demand for batteries is expected to reach 260,000 tonnes by 2030, up from 110,000 tonnes in 2023.
Discovery Alert
[New] Global nickel demand for EV batteries is projected to increase from 200,000 tonnes in 2023 to 1.3 million tonnes by 2030.
Discovery Alert
[New] Localized recycling and domestic processing will become non-negotiable if the U.S. wants its battery supply chains to stay domestic.
Prometheus Institute
[New] Expect battery production bottlenecks to generate headlines throughout 2026 as legacy manufacturers attempt rapid scaling.
Automotive Manufacturing Solutions
[New] TomTom will present the latest innovations in Automotive Navigation, including its AI Agent, which delivers proactive guidance using real-time traffic, mapping data, and vehicle insights such as EV battery status.
SBD Automotive
[New] 2026 will see the first large-scale deployment of silicon batteries in EVs.
Battery Technology
[New] Battery Safety (SB 1271): To prevent fire hazards, all e-bikes and lithium-ion batteries sold in California must be tested by accredited labs and properly labeled starting in 2026.
Imperial Valley Press Online
[New] Global demand for battery metals, including lithium, graphite, cobalt, manganese, and nickel, is expected to quadruple from 3 million metric tons in 2025 to 12 million metric tons by 2035.
Quest Metals
[New] In 2026, sodium-ion batteries, solid-state batteries, and flow batteries will finally start to compete with the more common lithium-ion batteries as the world responds to the demand for different battery performance needs.
Power Shift Africa
[New] By 2026, home batteries will be more about function.
Energy Matters
[New] By 2026, silicon-anode batteries will likely power the next generation of electric cars and high-performance electronics, illustrating how materials innovation continues to redefine what critical means.
Intelligent Living
[New] Rapid expansion in grid-scale battery storage is driving a rebound in demand expectations, with overall lithium demand projected to grow 17% to 30% in 2026.
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