Xiaomi‘s EV arm Xiaomi Auto Technology has patented an EV charging system in its race to manufacture an electric vehicle (EV). The new patent was approved by the Chinese Intellectual Property Organization (CNIPO) and also reported by the global body, WIPO. Xiaomi has severally stated its plans to manufacture its first EV by 2024.
The new proprietary charging system is an end-to-end system with smart or automatic operations incorporated into it. This could rival Tesla’s Supercharger architecture and can integrate into a home or enterprise grid. The development of its charging system will provide a great impetus for Xiaomi. However, clarity is lacking on the compatibility of the system with universal battery architecture. Its utility is greatly affected if it lacks such compatibility.
Xiaomi could be close to the unveiling of its first EV by 2024. Xiaomi’s Lei Jun would hope to pull off the feat of a Xiaomi EV before he completes his tenure in a couple of years. Xiaomi Auto Technology will need to navigate through the highly competitive EV market to deliver its first EV. Xiaomi will compete against some heavy hitters in the market like TESLA for a share of the market.
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