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re/cell launches lithium-ion blocks using recycled cells from Tesla battery packs


US-based supplier of remanufactured battery packs for EVs, re/cell has introduced lithium-ion blocks using recycled cells from Tesla battery packs. Smart battery features built on re/cell’s block architecture include an LED fuel gauge, current detection, charge warning and safety protection, built-in cell balancing with real-time pack status using CAN/SMBus communication and integrated crossflow cooling. The… Read more…

Porsche sets up EV battery recycling pilot

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Despite recent EV strategy changes, Porsche is taking a big step towards sustainability. The company has launched a pilot program focused on recycling EV batteries, with a goal to create a “closed-loop” system. The German automaker claims it can recover valuable raw materials from used batteries, reducing the need for environmentally damaging mineral mining. Recycled battery components are becoming very… Read more…