Despite recent smartphones packing 7‑10 kWh batteries thanks to silicon‑carbon anodes, they still require daily charging because high‑resolution screens, power‑hungry chips, 5G radios, and background apps have dramatically increased overall power consumption.
After years of hype, the Verge TS Pro Gen 2 electric motorcycle becomes the first vehicle to ship with a solid‑state battery, highlighting the technology’s superior energy density, fast charging, and safety, while showing that motorcycles’ tight design constraints make them a logical early adopter over cars.
The Mercedes‑AMG GT XX concept showcases a 1,340‑horsepower electric powertrain, a 5‑minute charge delivering 400 km of range, and a suite of innovative battery, chassis, and interior designs that together define a new benchmark for high‑performance electric vehicles.
Scientists from Russia, the US and Mexico have developed a cost‑effective battery made from disinfected mask waste, graphene ink, and repurposed pharmaceutical packaging, offering a lightweight, thin, flexible energy storage solution that approaches lithium‑ion performance while addressing mask pollution and battery material shortages.
