Glossary / General

battery cells

10 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

Battery cells are the parts of a battery that hold electricity. They are important for how well a car can run on electricity.

Technical Definition

Battery cells are the individual units within a battery pack that store and release electrical energy. In electric and hybrid vehicles, the quality of these cells is crucial for performance and safety.

Hear It Discussed

"They still buy in battery cells, but they now construct the battery themselves on their premises"
A roof on a scooter? Volvo sorting itself out. A-Class vs A2. My week in cars: the Autocar podcast 12:57

"you've got American made battery cells and battery packs, which are a massive component of the car. Especially the question is, do you consider the battery cells individual components?"
Episode 569: Teslas Are the Most American Cars, 6 Years Running Ride the Lightning: Tesla and EV Podcast 12:29

"Europe's automakers could face serious shortages of semiconductors and battery cells if the Iran conflict drags on beyond two months."
March 20, 2026 | Ford bets on giant castings; Service Manager Micah Morton Automotive News Daily Drive 02:02