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201. Traction battery
A traction battery is a rechargeable battery that stores electrical energy used to propel an electric or hybrid vehicle. It supplies power to one or more electric traction motors and is normally much larger and more powerful than the vehicle's conventional 12-volt starter battery.
Traction-battery capacity is commonly expressed in kilowatt-hours (kWh) and strongly influences an electric vehicle's driving range. Its performance and usable capacity can gradually decrease with age, charging cycles, temperature and use.
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What is a traction battery in an electric vehicle in Belgium?
It is the rechargeable high-energy battery that stores electricity used by the vehicle's electric propulsion system. It is distinct from the smaller conventional battery used for low-voltage electrical functions.
Are traction batteries covered by European battery rules in Belgium?
Yes. Electric-vehicle batteries placed on the Belgian market fall within the EU Batteries Regulation (EU) 2023/1542. Its framework covers sustainability, safety, labelling and end-of-life management. Individual requirements have their own application dates.
🔗 environment.ec.europa.eu • European Commission, Batteries, scope of Regulation (EU) 2023/1542; 🔗 ovam.vlaanderen.be • OVAM, Batteries Regulation, Belgian producer responsibility and waste management

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