Dave explains why Tesla have switched from a 2170 cell to a bigger 4680 cell announced at Battery Day. What is the new tabless technology and what are the thermal cell and battery pack implications? Discussion on Lithium Ion battery cell construction, chemistry, manufacture, thermal design, internal resistance, heat sinking, …
Read More »EEVblog #1339 – Looking at an Electric Bus!
Dave visits Transit Systems to take a look at a fully electric bus with a 328kWh battery back running on regular Sydney bus routes. How does it compare to an electric car? https://www.transitsystems.com.au/electric-buses Forum: https://www.eevblog.com/forum/blog/eevblog-1339-looking-at-an-electric-bus/
Read More »EEVblog #1337 – I Bought a Fully Electric Elite Car!
Dave finally bought a fully electric car! A 2020 Hyundai IONIQ Electric Elite. A discussion about buying an electric car in Australia, comparison to the Nissan LEAF and others, and picking up the car. Forum: https://www.eevblog.com/forum/blog/eevblog-1337-i-bought-an-electric-car/ Podcast: Download
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