Electric vehicle (EV) drivers in cold climates rejoice! StoreDot, a pioneer in silicon-dominant extreme fast charging (XFC) battery technology, has announced that its batteries deliver exceptional performance even in freezing temperatures. This means no more worrying about plummeting range during winter, a major hurdle for EV adoption in colder regions.
StoreDot‘s lab tests revealed impressive results. Its silicon-based battery cells reached a remarkable 80% capacity when charged at standard speeds in sub-freezing temperatures (14°F/-10°C). Even in harsher conditions (-4°F/-20°C), the cells maintained a significant 70% of their full range capacity. This translates to a much smaller drop in driving range compared to traditional EV batteries, significantly reducing “winter range anxiety.”
The benefits of StoreDot’s technology extend beyond winter resilience. Their XFC batteries boast several advantages over current EV battery technology:
- Higher Energy Storage: StoreDot’s batteries pack more power, allowing for greater driving range on a single charge.
- Faster Charging: The XFC technology facilitates ultra-fast charging, potentially reducing charging times to a mere 5 minutes for 100 miles of range by the end of 2024. StoreDot aims to further improve this to 4 minutes by 2026 and 3 minutes by 2028.
- Longer Lifespan: StoreDot claims their batteries offer a longer lifespan compared to traditional cells, translating to greater value for EV owners.
Dr. Doron Myersdorf, CEO of StoreDot, expressed his enthusiasm about the breakthrough: “Our latest tests demonstrate that our batteries can outperform traditional limitations in cold weather range and charging. This ensures a smooth driving experience in any climate or conditions, eliminating winter range anxiety for EV drivers.”
StoreDot is gearing up for commercialization with significant milestones planned for 2024. This includes showcasing the world’s first EV pack equipped with XFC technology, delivering battery samples to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), and expanding their US operations.
The company’s vision is clear: to revolutionize EV charging by offering “Range on Demand™.” Their roadmap outlines a future where drivers can achieve 100 miles of range in just 5 minutes by the end of 2024, a significant leap towards achieving parity with gasoline-powered vehicles in terms of refueling time.
StoreDot’s technology has attracted significant interest from industry leaders. Their strategic partnerships include BP, Daimler, VinFast, Volvo Cars, Polestar, Ola Electric, Samsung, TDK, and battery manufacturing giant EVE Energy.
With StoreDot’s XFC batteries on the horizon, the future of electric vehicles looks brighter than ever. This breakthrough technology promises to eliminate a major barrier to EV adoption, particularly in colder climates. Faster charging times, improved range, and year-round reliability could usher in a new era for electric transportation.
