Jun 16, 2009
The lithium-ion battery cell has emerged as a clear favorite with the plethora of car manufacturers who are announcing their electric ambitions. And as this demand rises, suppliers of battery technology are in a race of their own to provide high-quality, low-cost lithium-ion solutions. Several Asian firms have established dominant footholds in the industry, winning contracts with major auto companies, and they offer a formidable challenge to newer entrants:
South Korea’s LG Chem was the supplier chosen by GM to manufacturer batteries ... Discover More
Jun 10, 2009
General Motors opened this week what’s being called the largest battery factory in the U.S. But before we start to analyze the numbers, let's first get them all listed:
The new Global Battery Systems Lab is located at the Warren Technical Center campus on the outskirts of Detroit. According to information coming from the company, it cost GM $25 million to construct, takes up 33,000 square feet, and employs over 1,000 engineers. The facility will operate 42 thermal chambers and 160 test channels ... Discover More
Apr 24, 2009
In an interview with Prabhakar Patil, the Chief Executive of Compact Power, the battery maker claims that his company is on track to providing lithium-ion batteries to power GM's upcoming Volt plug-in vehicle.
Despite the financial troubles of the U.S. automaker, Patil says that he has not noticed any loss of commitment, claiming that "From GM's side, it's their highest priority program." Compact Power is a subsidiary of LG Chem, Ltd., a South Korean battery supplier.
This statement, coming from a close supplier with ... Discover More
