Volvo wants to reduce the time it takes to charge electric cars with a new program

Volvo wants to reduce the time it takes to charge electric cars with a new program


Since 2018, Volvo has invested in small companies that are developing technology that it can use in its cars. now, one of those companies implemented a program that can reduce battery charge time between 15 and 30 percent, going from 10 to 80 percent of the load.

The program of Breathing Battery Technology uses an algorithm to control the loading process. Although electric vehicles typically keep their batteries safe with a charging schedule that uses predetermined rules, the technology of Breathe it can control the power flow in real time.

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The business and investment partnership with Breathe helps us address the problem for electric vehicle customers, making our payment performance more competitive.”says Ann-Sofie Ekberg, CEO of Volvo Cars Technology Fund. “Fast charging times (…) represent an important step in the right direction as we continue to advance electric mobility, making it accessible to more people.“.

Not only does the technology speed up the charging process significantly, but its power control means owners benefit from better charging times over the life of their vehicles. Besides, Volvo claims that the technology works without damaging the battery. The program of Breathe monitors battery condition to prevent lithium depositionwhich can shorten its useful life.

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Volvo it says it is the first car manufacturer to use Breathe technologyand will be available in your next electric vehicles. Once the technology is available in the real world, improvements will be possible.

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The large-scale implementation of our technology in Volvo’s next-generation electric vehicle opens the door to innovative vehicle designs and improved performance.“, he said Dr Ian Campbell, CEO of Breathe. “We are very satisfied with this investment and distribution agreement and Volvo cars and we support your exciting journey towards electrification“.