By equipping the basic version of the Tesla Model 3 with batteries, there is already a global order for CATL. The special feature of the current batteries, which have been in use since the end of 2021, is the composition of the cathode material. CATL supplies lithium iron phosphate cells for the manufacturer. They can be recognized by the abbreviation LFP, where the letter F stands for Ferrum (iron).
Since the IAA 2023 in Munich at the latest, there has hardly been a topic that has made traditional German manufacturers sit up and take notice more. The abbreviation BYD for Build your Dreams from the Chinese car manufacturer has become more than just a vision and is pushing into the German automobile market with competitive prices. The founders of the company had a clear idea of how to reduce global warming in 1995 and started producing batteries. These experiences in battery construction from the first few years are now paying off in the long term.
At Volvo, the focus is on traditional values such as the comfortable interior and the large, trapezoidal central information display combined with new, purely digital elements. Our 2024 winter test focuses on driving safety and consumption values in cold weather conditions.
The battery is the Achilles' heel of electric cars because it supplies the motor with the necessary energy and determines how long the range is. Various battery technologies have established themselves on the market in recent years and technical development is progressing rapidly.
The future market is also being fiercely contested in Europe by suppliers from China. How can the Ora Cat convince?
Porsche has expanded the established Taycan series in recent years to include two large-format station wagons. The Cross Turismo and the Sport Turismo appeal to additional target groups who want more space in the back seat. The test will involve driving the Cross Turismo, which is loaded with off-road accessories for rougher use on light off-road and gravel roads.