Thermal management of electric vehicles batteries under drive cycles: A review

Key Points

• Improved thermal management enhances battery performance, extending the lifespan and reliability under various drive cycles.
• Key advances in cooling systems improve heat dissipation, maintaining optimal temperature and reducing thermal stress on batteries.
• The review evaluates varying drive cycles, revealing significant effects on battery efficiency and degradation rates across different scenarios.
• Effective thermal management strategies may enable designs that enhance energy efficiency and operational stability in electric vehicles.