Did you know the 400-pound lithium-ion battery used to power the Chevy Volt was developed in Illinois?

Argonne National Laboratory is located near Lemont. In 2011, the scientists at Argonne revolutionized the production of hybrid cars with a breakthrough development that lead to the creation of a 400-pound lithium-ion battery that powers the Chevy Volt in electric mode.

Argonne’s scientists were able to alter the battery’s chemistry to allow it to last longer, run more safely and perform better than other electric car batteries.

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Argonne's role in developing the Volt battery
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