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Electric vehicles, the future has come, but the north is still cold
"The future has come, but it has not yet been popularized", this sentence is really appropriate when used in new energy vehicles. In recent years, new energy vehicles have been riding on a rocket, soaring all the way, with a market share of nearly 50%, and there is a great posture to kill fuel vehicles and dominate the rivers and lakes. Indeed, compared with old fuel vehicles, new energy vehicles, especially electric vehicles, are indeed better in terms of appearance and cost performance. Unbelief?
When you open your mobile phone, the screen is full of advertisements for new energy vehicles, and you can't wait to engrave the "sense of technology" and "sense of the future" on the body. However, would you really be willing to pay for it because of a few advertising words? I'm afraid not. In the final analysis, everyone buys a car, the picture is convenient and worry-free.
But electric cars are still far from that level. Endurance anxiety and safety hazards, like two mountains, lie in front of consumers, making them prohibitive.
And the root of all this lies in the heart of electric vehicles - the battery. Most electric vehicles now use liquid batteries. This kind of battery, to put it bluntly, is an "embroidered pillow", which is useless. Do you think it lasts a long time? I'm sorry, as soon as winter arrives, the cruising range will be broken immediately, and if you drive a long distance, you can charge it to doubt your life. You think it's safe and secure?
I'm sorry, the electrolyte is flammable and explosive, and it will be on the news at two ends in three days, either spontaneously combusting or exploding, driving such a car out of the house, it is simply driving with life. Not to mention the maddening "power jump" problem, there is a range of 200 kilometers in the last second, and you will jump to 50 kilometers directly in the next second, who can withstand this? Therefore, don't look at the new energy vehicles now, but if you really want to replace fuel vehicles, you have to look at the development of battery technology. Solid-state batteries are the "game-breakers" of this energy revolution.
Solid-state batteries, the end of oil vehicles?
Solid-state batteries replace the liquid electrolyte in traditional batteries with solid electrolytes. Don't underestimate this small change, it can have a big impact on the entire automotive industry! First of all, full marks for safety performance! The solid electrolyte itself is non-flammable, which fundamentally solves the safety hazard, and my mother no longer has to worry about my car spontaneously combusting. Secondly, battery life
Solid-state batteries have a higher energy density, so more power can be stored in the same size battery, and the car's range will be longer. Third, the low-temperature performance is very good! Unlike liquid batteries that "shiver" at low temperatures, solid-state batteries can still work normally at minus 30 degrees. Finally, live longer and save more money! The solid-state battery has a long life and does not need to be replaced often, saving both money and worry.
Seeing this, you may say, "This solid-state battery is simply perfect!" Isn't that the oil truck going to be finished? "Don't worry, there are two sides to everything, and while solid-state batteries have many advantages, they are not perfect. The biggest problem with solid-state batteries today is that they are too expensive to be mass-produced. When this technology first came out, things were scarce, and the price was naturally high. Moreover, the production process of solid-state batteries is more complex and requires completely new production lines and equipment, which is not a small investment.
If we want solid-state batteries to reach every household, we have to wait a little longer. However, the good news is that major manufacturers have realized the importance of solid-state batteries and have increased R&D investment to seize the technological highland. Industry giants such as CATL and BYD have made bold statements that they will achieve mass production of solid-state batteries in the next few years. It seems that the competition in the field of solid-state batteries has begun.
Arms race, who will kill the deer?
In 2022, CATL announced in a high-profile manner that it had completed the research and development of solid-state batteries, and mass production is expected to be achieved in 2025. As soon as the news came out, the entire industry was shaken. The "big brothers" have all taken action, and the younger brothers naturally dare not slack off. For a time, major battery manufacturers have followed up and announced the research and development progress of their solid-state batteries, for fear of being abandoned by the times if they are one step behind.
In 2023, BYD is not to be outdone, launching the "Kirin Battery", a solid-state battery that claims to far exceed the performance of CATL, increasing the range to more than 1,000 kilometers and reducing the cost by 30%. The race for solid-state batteries is now fierce. In addition to traditional battery manufacturers, some new EV manufacturers have also begun to set foot in the field of solid-state batteries.
For example, NIO has partnered with CATL to jointly develop solid-state battery technology, and plans to launch a model equipped with a solid-state battery in 2025. Even Li Auto, which has always insisted on "not making batteries", has begun to become interested in solid-state batteries and has invested in related battery companies. Solid-state batteries have now become a hot topic in the new energy vehicle industry, and everyone is competing for research and development.
The winner is not divided, and there are still variables
Although solid-state batteries are regarded as the future of new energy vehicles, this technological revolution is far from the time when the coffin is closed. There are still many problems to be solved in the large-scale production of solid-state batteries. For example, the production process of solid-state electrolytes is complex and costly; The interface stability and cycle life of solid-state batteries need to be improved. Second, even if solid-state batteries can be mass-produced, it does not mean that gasoline vehicles will disappear immediately.
After all, after hundreds of years of development, fuel vehicles already have a mature industrial chain and a large market. Moreover, fuel vehicles still have advantages in terms of running far and refueling quickly. More importantly, consumers still have some concerns about new energy vehicles, especially electric vehicles, such as range anxiety, safety hazards, and difficulty in charging. These problems will take time to solve.
A diverse future, a hundred flowers bloom
For a long time in the future, fuel vehicles and new energy vehicles will develop together to meet the needs of different consumers. Solid-state batteries, as the "ultimate goal" of new energy vehicles, will promote the development of the entire industry in a safer, more efficient and environmentally friendly direction. Of course, in addition to solid-state batteries, there are many other battery technologies that are also emerging, such as lithium-sulfur batteries, sodium-ion batteries, and so on.
These new technologies have the potential to become the "dark horse" of new energy vehicles in the future, bringing us more surprises.
Write at the end
Whether you drive a fuel vehicle or a new energy vehicle, it is ultimately for the convenience of daily life. The development of science and technology is to make everyone's life better. We feel that with the advancement of technology, the future of mobility will be more diverse, smarter and more intimate. And we will also witness the arrival of this energy revolution.
Postscript: A big gamble on the future
This solid-state battery technology race is actually betting on the future
Whoever can solve the technical problems of solid-state batteries first and achieve large-scale production will have an advantage in the new energy vehicle industry. Those companies that are unwilling to change and stagnate will eventually be left behind by the times. For consumers, this technological revolution will also bring more diversified choices and a better travel experience. Let's wait and see who will win this bet on the future!
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