Toshiba showcases new innovative rechargeable battery set
09 Mar 2025|74 views
At a media briefing in Bangkok on 5 March 2025, Toshiba Corporation showcased its rechargeable lithium-ion battery, named "SCiB", which helps to elevate the safety and reliability of electric motorcycle taxis for both drivers and passengers.
SCiB's unique features have the potential to play a significant role in the transition towards sustainable urban transportation in Thailand, with Toshiba also hoping to utilise it to support the country's carbon neutrality objectives by facilitating the wide adoption of e-motorcycles that meet stringent standards.
SCiB's features directly address the safety, longevity, and performance issues hindering e-motorcycle adoption in the region, paving the way for more reliable and sustainable urban transportation solutions
As Thailand aims to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050 and net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2065, the demand for lithium-ion batteries for EVs is expected to rise. However, only 2.8% of that is projected to come from batteries for motorcycles and three-wheeled vehicles, both widely used in public transport.
Primarily due to safety concerns surrounding conventional lithium-ion batteries, e-motorcycle manufacturers face difficulties in commercialising their products. These include fire risks under various stressors and performance degradation over time, which is worsened by the tropical heat and humidity prevalent in Southeast Asian countries. Addressing these safety and longevity issues is crucial for successfully implementing e-motorcycle initiatives in the region and for the industry’s overall progress.
This is where Toshiba's SCiB battery comes in. Its lithium titanium oxide anode chemistry offers superior safety, demonstrating remarkable resilience in rigorous tests. It also maintains its performance over 20,000 charge-discharge cycles with minimal degradation, with its rapid-charge ability allowing recharging from 0% to over 80% in just six minutes.
In September 2024, Toshiba partnered with naturenix inc., a Japanese battery technology startup, and Windee International, a joint venture with Thailand's parking management servicer, to launch a demonstration test of battery subscription service for e-motorcycle taxis in Bangkok. This is expected to allow users to access the advanced and well-maintained battery technology in a cost-effective way.
This innovative battery subscription service not only has the potential to accelerate EV adoption in Thailand's two and three-wheeler segments, it also has the opportunity to transform various vehicle markets, including buses and automated guided vehicles, which will contribute to the country's efforts in achieving carbon neutrality.
At a media briefing in Bangkok on 5 March 2025, Toshiba Corporation showcased its rechargeable lithium-ion battery, named "SCiB", which helps to elevate the safety and reliability of electric motorcycle taxis for both drivers and passengers.
SCiB's unique features have the potential to play a significant role in the transition towards sustainable urban transportation in Thailand, with Toshiba also hoping to utilise it to support the country's carbon neutrality objectives by facilitating the wide adoption of e-motorcycles that meet stringent standards.
SCiB's features directly address the safety, longevity, and performance issues hindering e-motorcycle adoption in the region, paving the way for more reliable and sustainable urban transportation solutions
As Thailand aims to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050 and net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2065, the demand for lithium-ion batteries for EVs is expected to rise. However, only 2.8% of that is projected to come from batteries for motorcycles and three-wheeled vehicles, both widely used in public transport.
Primarily due to safety concerns surrounding conventional lithium-ion batteries, e-motorcycle manufacturers face difficulties in commercialising their products. These include fire risks under various stressors and performance degradation over time, which is worsened by the tropical heat and humidity prevalent in Southeast Asian countries. Addressing these safety and longevity issues is crucial for successfully implementing e-motorcycle initiatives in the region and for the industry’s overall progress.
This is where Toshiba's SCiB battery comes in. Its lithium titanium oxide anode chemistry offers superior safety, demonstrating remarkable resilience in rigorous tests. It also maintains its performance over 20,000 charge-discharge cycles with minimal degradation, with its rapid-charge ability allowing recharging from 0% to over 80% in just six minutes.
In September 2024, Toshiba partnered with naturenix inc., a Japanese battery technology startup, and Windee International, a joint venture with Thailand's parking management servicer, to launch a demonstration test of battery subscription service for e-motorcycle taxis in Bangkok. This is expected to allow users to access the advanced and well-maintained battery technology in a cost-effective way.
This innovative battery subscription service not only has the potential to accelerate EV adoption in Thailand's two and three-wheeler segments, it also has the opportunity to transform various vehicle markets, including buses and automated guided vehicles, which will contribute to the country's efforts in achieving carbon neutrality.
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