[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"$frkvRL-TLTI56PvE1iJGAT630r5jV6MUDwuu2Et9GxFs":3},{"success":4,"post":5,"related":27},true,{"id":6,"slug":7,"title":8,"excerpt":9,"content":10,"category":11,"author":12,"authorRole":13,"image":14,"tags":15,"sourceUrl":19,"sourceTitle":20,"readTime":21,"views":22,"published":4,"featured":23,"metaDescription":9,"metaKeywords":24,"createdAt":25,"updatedAt":25,"publishedAt":26},"jydrg0uy6kffsjrb1pkob3i0","europe-s-next-ms0px0q6","Europe’s next","European defense contractor Saft is set to supply lithium-ion battery systems for the next generation of naval submarines, replacing decades-old lead-...","\n    \u003Cp>European defense contractor Saft is set to supply lithium-ion battery systems for the next generation of naval submarines, replacing decades-old lead-acid technology with EV-style packs that promise higher energy density, faster charging, and superior underwater endurance\u003C/p>\n\n    \u003Ch2>What's Happening\u003C/h2>\n    \u003Cp>.\u003C/p>\n\n    \u003Ch2>Why This Matters for EV Owners\u003C/h2>\n    \u003Cul>\n      \n    \u003C/ul>\n\n    \u003Ch2>The Bigger Picture\u003C/h2>\n    \u003Cp>This development reflects broader shifts in the European EV market as charging infrastructure expands and new models enter the market..\u003C/p>\n\n    \n      \u003Ch2>What This Means for Your Wallet\u003C/h2>\n      \u003Cp>Based on current European charging rates, DC fast charging costs between \u003Cstrong>€0.30-0.65 per kWh\u003C/strong> depending on the network and country. This translates to roughly \u003Cstrong>40-60% savings\u003C/strong> compared to equivalent petrol costs. A typical fast-charging session takes \u003Cstrong>20-45 min (10-80% DC fast)\u003C/strong> — enough time for a coffee break on a long trip.\u003C/p>\n    \n\n      \u003Ch2>Real-World Range Considerations\u003C/h2>\n      \u003Cp>EVRoutes' route calculations account for real-world conditions. In winter, expect \u003Cstrong>15-30% range reduction\u003C/strong> due to battery chemistry and cabin heating. \u003Cstrong>Pro tip:\u003C/strong> Pre-conditioning the battery before DC fast charging can improve charging speeds by up to 30% in cold weather.\u003C/p>\n    \n\n    \u003Ch2>What to Watch Next\u003C/h2>\n    \u003Cp>As the EV landscape continues to evolve, developments like this shape the transition to electric mobility across Europe..\u003C/p>\n  ","Technology","EVRoutes Team","EV Industry Analyst","",[16,17,18],"Battery Technology","EV Charging","Electric Vehicles","https://electrek.co/2026/07/25/europes-next-generation-submarines-are-getting-a-lithium-ion-battery-upgrade/","Electrek",4,1,false,"Battery Technology, EV Charging, Electric Vehicles","2026-07-25T18:44:06.000Z","2026-07-25T15:58:36.000Z",[28,35,41],{"slug":29,"title":30,"excerpt":31,"image":32,"category":11,"readTime":33,"publishedAt":34},"ram-cancels-plans-for-battery-electric-full-size-pickup-a-bl-mfi8eo92","Ram Cancels Plans for Battery-Electric Full-Size Pickup: A Blow to EV Truck Enthusiasts","Stellantis, the parent company of Ram, has decided to discontinue its plans for a battery-electric full-size pickup due to low demand. This decision may disappoint those looking forward to an emission-free heavy-duty truck option from Ram.",null,2,"2025-09-12T22:56:16.000Z",{"slug":36,"title":37,"excerpt":38,"image":32,"category":11,"readTime":39,"publishedAt":40},"the-us-s-first-lithium-from-oilfield-wastewater-is-coming-th-mg5z2hiv","The US’s first lithium from oilfield wastewater is coming th","Element3 just raised a fresh round of funding to launch the first US commercial lithium extraction plants, and it’s sourcing the lithium from oil and...",3,"2025-09-29T23:15:20.000Z",{"slug":42,"title":43,"excerpt":44,"image":32,"category":11,"readTime":39,"publishedAt":45},"tesla-s-full-self-mgjfm5ji","Tesla’s ‘Full Self","The U.S.' top auto safety agency said it had identified more than 50 reports of FSD running red lights, crossing yellow lines, or making illegal turns...","2025-10-09T12:15:36.000Z"]