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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Technology
Vishwam Sankaran

Chinese battery that could offer alternative to lithium cells passes key test

A Chinese sodium-ion battery model touted as a replacement for lithium-ion cells commonly used in electric vehicles has passed a key performance benchmark, according to a new study.

Researchers say their findings are a promising indication that sodium-ion battery technology could become a cheaper alternative for use in electric vehicles and large-scale energy storage systems.

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