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Castrol partners with LION Smart to pioneer direct battery cooling for next\u2011generation PHEV and EV battery systems.<\/p>\n

Castrol has partnered with LION Smart to facilitate the development of a new cutting-edge battery module for high-performance EV applications, combining LION Smart\u2019s direct battery\u2011cooling innovation with Castrol\u2019s advanced thermal fluids and battery thermal management expertise.<\/p>\n

The partnership aims to improve significantly battery thermal management for passenger cars, trucks and battery energy storage systems (BESS) worldwide, through direct battery cooling, a cutting\u2011edge approach that facilitates fast charging and discharging of battery cells that are submerged in a lightweight dielectric fluid. Castrol ON EV Thermal Fluids will be used to enable superior heat dissipation, enhance power density and improve battery lifespan and safety*.<\/p>\n

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This new battery module has been engineered to deliver advanced cooling. It features a modular design for homogeneous temperature distribution and minimal temperature gradient within the cell. The structure is configured to help maximise the active cooled contact surface, while a \u2018single cell fuse\u2019 reduces potential propagation from internal short circuit.<\/p>\n

As a result of the innovations of this battery module, LION Smart has been able to significantly advance battery temperature management*. One consequence is that the battery module is able to improve the efficiency of plug\u2011in hybrids (PHEVs) due to higher levels of energy recuperation, greater power at a lower system cost and increased operational safety*.<\/p>\n

The alliance with LION Smart is part of Castrol\u2019s strategic focus on direct battery cooling technologies and battery fluid innovation. The collaboration was highlighted at the recent Battery Show Europe, where experts from Castrol and LION Smart demonstrated the technology in action, showcasing its potential to significantly enhance the performance of PHEV applications through more efficient cooling and superior thermal balance*.<\/p>\n

Matthias Donner, VP Advanced Mobility and Industrial products at Castrol, commented: \u201cDirect battery cooling is a transformative technology for EV performance and safety, and this collaboration is a significant step towards real-world deployment. Partnering with LION Smart allows us to demonstrate the full potential of Castrol ON EV Thermal Fluids in advanced battery systems. Together, we\u2019re shaping a future where electric vehicles can \u00a0charge faster and last longer** whilst operating more efficiently, even under extreme conditions.”<\/p>\n

Michael Geppert, Head of Engineering at LION Smart, added: \u201cOur battery system architecture is designed to push the boundaries of electrical performance in high-power applications, and Castrol\u2019s direct battery cooling expertise is a perfect match. This partnership reinforces our commitment to delivering next-generation solutions that meet the growing demands of the electric mobility sector.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Notes:<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n

*based on internal testing, compared to conventional indirect battery cooling systems<\/p>\n

**Castrol ON EV Fluids benefits are demonstrated in bespoke testing of a direct cooled system in a broad range of environmental conditions vs a typical indirect cooled<\/p>\n

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13th January 2026<\/p>\n

Anicecommunication Press Office and Media Relations Castrol Italy <\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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