Electric vehicle (EV) makers are constantly looking for ways to improve battery life to deliver more reliable batteries that can power EVs more efficiently for a longer distance. To date, battery manufacturers have relied heavily on lithium producers to supply the minerals needed to power their products. However, the rising demand for lithium and the finite supply of the mineral mean that battery makers are looking for alternative options and aiming to recycle more batteries. They are also investing heavily in research and development to improve…