A chief concern about electric vehicles (EVs)—right up there with range anxiety and cost—is cold weather. We know the cold takes a toll on EV battery life, but why? Let’s look at what happens to an EV’s battery in cold weather, and the steps you can take to mitigate adverse effects.
At the University of Michigan (U-M), researchers have come up with a new method to meet the increasing demand for electric vehicle batteries. This technique helps predict how variations to manufacturing processes and materials will influence the life of a battery.