The cynicism for battery teach research is misplaced. In our lifetimes we have seen real enormous strides in battery technology actually go into production. L

The cynicism for battery teach research is misplaced. In our lifetimes we have seen real enormous strides in battery technology actually go into production. LFP batteries are now in actual Teslas, provider a cheaper/safer/simpler option for lower range cars that depend on fewer exotic materials/mining. Sodium batteries are in the pipeline. Sulfur batteries may or may not make it too.