The two companies signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to cooperate in the development, validation, and launch of Ecellix\u2019s battery technology, which aims to replace lithium-ion technology in commercial vehicles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The partnership will combine Ecellix\u2019s eCell technology with Romeo Power\u2019s battery packs, modules, and battery management system. Exellix\u2019s technology is claimed to add up to 50% more energy to current-generation lithium-ion batteries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Berkeley Lab report said that, as with almost any clean technology, higher upfront capital costs of both vehicles and charging infrastructure are \u201cmajor barriers\u201d when electric trucking is in its infancy. Without strong policy support, coordinated investments in both vehicle manufacturing and fuel infrastructure will not be forthcoming on the scale needed to harness the true potential of battery electric trucks, the report said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The authors said that enabling policies such as adoption and charging infrastructure incentives, sales mandates, and cost-reflective electricity pricing are crucial.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Berkeley Lab scientists said that diesel trucks are responsible for almost one-third of motor vehicle CO2 emissions. The transportation sector ranks as the largest contributor of CO2 emissions associated with the U.S. economy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n