Why can a lithium battery catch fire? One of the major risks associated with lithium-ion batteries is thermal runaway. This phenomenon occurs when the temperature of a cell rises uncontrollably, leading to fire or even explosion. Understanding its causes and consequences is essential for battery safety. ⚠️ Secure ...
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Avec la transition vers des solutions de mobilité bas-carbone, le choix des batteries joue un rôle essentiel dans l’avenir des véhicules électriques. Les batteries LFP (Lithium Fer Phosphate) et NMC (Nickel Manganèse Cobalt), dénommées toutes les deux par la composition de leur cathode, sont deux des principales technologies Lithium-Ion sur le marché, chacune avec ses …
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What is the French regulation on electric retrofit? Since March 13, 2020, a major turning point has occurred in the activity of electric retrofitting, which consists of converting a thermal vehicle into an electric one. This ministerial decree lifted the barriers that once hindered the conversion of thermal vehicles into electric ones, thus paving the way for...
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The transition to more sustainable and environmentally friendly mobility has become a major issue in France. The government aims to reach 80 MtCO2e by 2050, which means reducing emissions by almost 6 times compared to 2018 (445 MtCO2e). The transport sector currently accounts for 30% of CO2 emissions, thus...
Electric retrofitting, an opportunity for greening and cost savings for professional vehicle fleets. Fleet management is a major challenge for many companies, especially those using light commercial vehicles (LCVs). Regular fleet renewal is essential to ensure the safety of drivers and passengers, but it...
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What is a Low Emission Zone (LEZ) ? Low Emission Zones (LEZs) are urban areas where the circulation of certain polluting vehicles is either prohibited or restricted. The Mobility Orientation Law mandates the establishment of these zones to combat air pollution in urban areas, particularly...
Announced in September 2022 and completed in record time, this first electrically converted vehicle is a 2013 VW Polo 5, a first for this model and the most recent vehicle converted in France. A technological know-how This first electric Polo highlights CirculaCar's technological expertise in offering...
