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The only problem for vehicles is that LiFePO batteries are heavy. (IIRC ~60% the energy density of Lithium ion)
by turtlebits 6y ago
The only problem for vehicles is that LiFePO batteries are heavy. (IIRC ~60% the energy density of Lithium ion)
- cogman10 6y agoThis is where Tesla's structural pack comes into play. They drop a bunch of weight by turning the pack into part of the car structure (rather than something it carries).
- nickik 6y agoBut that same technology is also available for nickel based batteries. So the relative performance doesn't change when comparing chemistry.
- cogman10 6y agoCertainly, to me it is more that they can maintain the total range of the car even with a decreased energy capacity. Because they are the only manufacture perusing this (AFAIK) this gives them a competitive edge.