Researchers Tore Down A Tesla And BYD Battery To See Which One's Better

09 Mar 2025 | Abstracted from ZME Science

"...nickel-rich cathode material in the Tesla 4680 cell is more expensive than the LFP cathode in BYD's Blade...LFP chemistry, which naturally generates less heat and is more resistant to thermal runaway...Tesla battery seems better suited for high-performance and luxury vehicles."

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