Battery Longevity

Battery X Metals (BATXF) is targeting aging EV batteries with its rebalancing technology, focusing on Nissan Leaf, the second-largest out-of-warranty EV cohort in the U.S. Partnering with Factor E Motors, the company’s Prototype 2.0 demonstrated 54% capacity restoration in NRC tests, aiming to undercut battery replacement costs by 60-70%. Targeting a $900M+ North American market by 2028, plans include expanding to Ford and Chevy models by 2026. The approach could reduce lithium demand by 18,000 tons annually, aligning with sustainability goals. CEO Massimo Bressi emphasizes adaptability as global EV sales hit 17.1 million units, positioning Battery X as a battery health leader amid rising replacement costs.

SVOLT, a Chinese battery innovator, plans to commercialize its ultra-fast charging (UPC) technology in 2025, reducing final-stage EV charging (80%-100% SoC) to 5 minutes with a 30% efficiency boost. When integrated with existing 4C infrastructure, total charging time shortens to 15 minutes—4 minutes faster than industry averages. The upgrade builds on its high-performance LFP short-blade battery architecture (6C rate, 185Wh/kg), incorporating advanced material engineering for 5,000+ cycles (>80% retention) and projected longevity of 15 years/600,000 km. Market analysts suggest this dual focus on speed and endurance could redefine EV adoption economics by closing the refueling convenience gap with combustion engines.