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Lucid Motors says Lucid Air to be the fastest charging EV yet; 900V+ architecture, up to 20 miles/minute charging

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This new benchmark for speed of charging is possible through an ultra-high 900V+ electrical architecture, custom lithium-ion battery cells, a robust battery and thermal management system, and the Lucid Air’s powertrain efficiency. Home charging with car-to-grid bi-directional functionality. ESS in the future.

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Slow start for charge of the electric cars - Times Online

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Electric cars remain dependent on the development of better,affordable batteries. The hybrid models available today use lead-acid ornickel-metal hydride batteries that are are proven, reliable, and fairlycheap, but their limited storage capacity means that the cars’ driving rangeusing electricity alone is short.