Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Britain once helped pioneer battery innovation, but today much of the global industry is dominated by overseas manufacturers. So what went wrong—and can a new generation of battery technology bring the UK back into the race? This documentary explores the rise and fall of Britain's battery ambitions, the geopolitical battle for EV dominance, and the cutting-edge innovations that could reshape the future of energy storage. From gigafactories to breakthrough materials, discover whether the UK still has a chance to become a global battery powerhouse. Stay until the end to see what could determine the next winner of the global battery race.
Britain once helped pioneer battery innovation, but today much of the global industry is dominated by overseas manufacturers. So what went wrong—and can a new generation of battery technology bring the UK back into the race? This documentary explores the rise and fall of Britain's battery ambitions, the geopolitical battle for EV dominance, and the cutting-edge innovations that could reshape the future of energy storage. From gigafactories to breakthrough materials, discover whether the UK still has a chance to become a global battery powerhouse. Stay until the end to see what could determine the next winner of the global battery race.
