Applications: EV

Fast Charging Trend Over Time - Fastest 1080% vs Year Charging times of EVs have steadily dropped while battery energy has increased. Real-world charging performance, however, often lags behind claimed numbers. Several factors influence real-world charging behavior, including weather conditions, HVAC use, battery age, battery temperature, charger limitations, etc.

Typical Performance Often Lags Optimal

Charging Time, minutes SOC 1080%

Charging Time, minutes (ΔSOC=70% e.g., 10-80%)

Charge Times Improve, Packs Are Larger

Out of Spec Studios Test Data

Press Reports

(bubble size ~ Pack kWh)

Source: Out of Spec Studios Post-processed), EERE LiveWire EVWatts Data Post-Processed), Press Reports from various OEMs

30th%

90th%

97th%

99th%

99.7th%

99.9th%

Charging Speed Percentile Higher = Faster)

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