The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) says that, for every 100 pounds of weight taken out of a vehicle, the fuel economy is increased by one to two percent. This holds opportunity for the electric vehicle (EV) sector, which is fighting to boost energy efficiency and quash 'range anxiety'. Jari Sopanen, Transportation Segment Owner at Exel Composites, explains how composite EV battery enclosures could support the overall liqhtweighting mission. Battery enclosures for EVs are designed primarily to hold and protect the battery cells. They come in different shapes and sizes, and much like other vehicle parts, are an arena for several materials fighting for prominence.
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