Battery Swapping Stations
Automated stations that exchange depleted EV batteries for fully charged ones.

Infrastructure pioneered at scale in China by companies like NIO (3,354+ stations globally). Vehicles drive in and robotic systems swap batteries in 3-5 minutes, offering a refueling experience comparable to gasoline. This model separates battery ownership from vehicle ownership, reducing upfront EV costs.
TRL
8/9Deployed
Impact
4/5
Investment
4/5
Category
Hardware