Korean Data Center Fire Heightens the Need for Improved Battery Safety
More stringent safety regulations have been implemented since 2020, but this incident highlights that further improvements are needed to enhance battery safety, as the deployment of Li
Korea beefs up safety inspections of EV batteries
If the battery installed in an EV is replaced, then the changes must be registered as well. The amendment comes amid safety concerns prompted by a series of EV fires in South Korea last year.
Busan Secures National Certification as Used Battery Safety Testing
Busan Techno Park has been designated as Korea''s official used battery safety testing institution, enabling local companies to access KC10031 certification for EV battery reuse without
(LEAD) Hyundai, Kia partner with S. Korean battery makers to boost
SEOUL, Aug. 22 (Yonhap) -- Hyundai Motor Co. and Kia Corp. have partnered with South Korea''s leading battery producers -- LG Energy Solution Ltd., Samsung SDI Co. and SK On Co. -- to
South Korea Battery Certification Mandate
This was after a devastating electric car battery fire in an apartment building basement, that had city residents up in arms. The two parties agreed to mandate South Korea battery
South Korea introduces Government-Led EV Battery Certification and
In a regulatory shift, the South Korean government will now certify the safety of electric vehicle (EV) batteries before they are approved for installation.
S. Korea to certify EV battery safety before sale
From next month, the South Korean government will begin certifying the safety of electric vehicle (EV) batteries prior to their market release. Along with battery manufacturers, companies will
Korea''s Comprehensive Plan to Boost EV Safety: Battery Certification
This includes the introduction of the "Battery Certification System," which involves pre-certifying the safety of batteries used in EV production. Originally set to be enforced in February next
South Korea launches safety certification system for EV batteries
SEOUL, February 17 (AJP) - The Korean government on Monday introduced a mandatory certification system for electric vehicle (EV) batteries, a move aimed at strengthening safety regulations following
Hyundai, Kia partner with Korean battery makers to boost EV safety
At Hyundai and Kia''s Namyang research and development (R&D) center in Hwaseong, south of Seoul, the companies unveiled the results of a yearlong collaboration with the battery