Caterham, owned by Japanese automotive group VT Holdings, has announced that it will integrate immersion-cooled battery packs in its upcoming EV sports coupe, Project V.
The company has partnered with Xing Mobility to incorporate their IMMERSIO Cell-to-Pack (CTP) immersion-cooling system.
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The immersion-cooling technology, which submerges the battery cells in a dielectric liquid, is expected to enhance the battery’s longevity and performance, while ensuring safety.
The CTP system delivers energy density of 200Wh/kg, further boosting the EV’s efficiency.
This technology promises “improved heat dissipation, enhanced safety, and superior energy density”, making it a crucial component of Project V’s powertrain.
Project V, which made its debut at the Goodwood Festival of Speed in 2023, will be showcased again at the Tokyo Auto Salon in 2024. It embodies the “classic” Caterham philosophy of “lightweight” driving.
The car is being developed in collaboration with Tokyp R&D and Yamaha Motor, and aims to complete the prototype by 2025, with mass production to follow.
Caterham’s decision to adopt this technology is a step toward enhancing the performance and safety of electric vehicles as they move toward mainstream adoption.
Also, in October 2024, Xiaomi unveiled the luxury version of its SU7 electric sports car, the SU7 Ultra.
The company received over 3,600 orders in just ten minutes of its debut.
Priced at $114,000, the SU7 Ultra competes with brands like Tesla and Porsche, featuring premium components such as a carbon-fiber roof, performance ceramic brakes, and aerodynamic styling.
The vehicle’s prototype was initially revealed in July 2024.
