Lightweight battery concept drives down emissions
The new concept is not only highly cost effective and sustainable but is now ready for transformation into an industry demonstrator.
Leading the race to net zero. The NMIS-AFRC collaborated with German lightweight specialists TGM Lightweight Solutions to design a car battery concept that can reduce weight, production costs and vehicle Co2 emissions. Identifying the competing demands of increased power and comfort against lower emissions, TGM discovered that a technology change from lead to lithium iron phosphate could create a lighter and smaller battery. Tapping into the NMIS-AFRC expertise, the idea was developed into a proven concept. The new battery offered a 33kg saving compared to two standard lead-acid batteries while reducing Co2 emissions by 4g/km. The new concept is not only highly cost effective and sustainable but is now ready for transformation into an industry demonstrator.
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