Battery X Metals Reports Estimated Driving Range Increase of ~135 Kilometers After Battery Rebalancing Procedure of Previously Inoperable Light-Duty Electric Vehicle with Severe Battery Cell Imbalance in Preliminary Performance Trial
Battery X Metals Reports Estimated Driving Range Increase of ~135
Kilometers After Battery Rebalancing Procedure of Previously Inoperable Light-
Duty Electric Vehicle with Severe Battery Cell Imbalance in Preliminary
Performance Trial
News Release Highlights:
1. Battery X Metals successfully restored meaningful real-world driving range to a previously
inoperable light-duty electric vehicle, demonstrating an average post-rebalancing driving distance
of approximately 135.9 kilometers per charge following deployment of its patent-pending, second-
generation lithium-ion battery rebalancing platform.
2. The preliminary rebalancing trial materially narrowed the cell-level voltage differential within a
severely degraded 144-cell NMC lithium-ion battery pack, achieving post-rebalancing alignment of
approximately 0.27 volts between the highest and lowest cells, compared to a difference of
approximately 0.63 volts prior to rebalancing, reflecting a meaningful restoration of pack-level
balance and supporting improved effective utilization of the battery pack’s available capacity,
without replacing cells.
3. The results provide strong technical and commercial validation of Battery X Metals’ proprietary
solution an effective pathway to extend remaining useful battery life and reduce total cost of
ownership for electric vehicle fleets facing out-of-warranty battery degradation.
VANCOUVER, British Columbia – January 13, 2026 – Battery X Metals Inc. (CSE:BATX) (OTCQB:BATXF)
(FSE:5YW0, WKN:A41RJF) (“ Battery X Metals ” or the “ Company”) an energy transition resource
exploration and technology company, announces that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Battery X Rebalancing
Technologies Inc. (“ Battery X Rebalancing Technologies ”), has successfully completed a lithium-ion
battery rebalancing procedure and real-world driving trial that demonstrated a significant increase in
estimated driving range for a fully electric Class 3 commercial vehicle, or light-duty electric vehicle (the
“Electric Truck”), following a full battery rebalancing process using the Company’s patent-pending,
second-generation lithium-ion battery rebalancing hardware and software platform (the “Rebalancing
Machine”).
As part of its ongoing performance validation program for the Rebalancing Machine, the Company
recently conducted a series of real -world road tests on a rebalanced Electric Truck to evaluate post -
rebalancing driving range and battery efficiency. The Electric Truck was supplied to the Company by an
arms’ length owner of the Electric Truck (the “Electric Truck Owner”) and, as represented by the Electric
Truck Owner and observed by the Company, had previously demonstrated a significantly degraded driving
range of approximately 0.1 kilometers (~100 meters) per full charge prior to becoming effectively
inoperable due to significant natural cell imbalance caused by real-world conditions.
In response to this battery capacity performance deficiency, the Company performed a battery
rebalancing procedure on the Electric Truck utilizing the Rebalancing Machine . During the preliminary
rebalancing trial (the “Rebalancing”), the Company successfully completed a full rebalancing process on
a 144-cell lithium-ion battery pack composed of lithium nickel manganese cobalt oxide (NMC) chemistry,
which had exhibited substantial imbalance attributable to real- world operating conditions. The
Rebalancing materially narrowed the cell-level voltage differential, achieving post-rebalancing alignment
of approximately 0.27 volts between the highest and lowest cells, compared to a difference of
approximately 0.63 volts prior to rebalancing, with residual variance attributable in part to certain cells
exhibiting accelerated self-discharge characteristics observed during the procedure. This convergence of
cell-level voltages reflects a meaningful restoration of battery pack-level balance and supports improved
effective utilization of the battery pack’s available capacity, as described herein.
The Results
Following completion of the rebalancing procedure, the Company conducted a series of controlled real-
world driving performance evaluations (each, a “Trial” and together, the “Battery Range Performance
Trials”) on the Electric Truck for the purpose of assessing post-rebalancing driving performance under
actual operating conditions. In the first Trial, conducted under mixed city and highway driving conditions,
the Electric Truck traveled a total distance of approximately 138.8 kilometers, commencing at
approximately 87% state of charge and concluding at approximately 10% state of charge. In the second
Trial, the vehicle traveled approximately 140.6 kilometers under similarly mixed driving conditions,
commencing at approximately 99% state of charge and again concluding at approximately 10% state of
charge. In the third Trial, also conducted under mixed city and highway driving conditions, the Electric
Truck traveled approximately 128.3 kilometers, commencing at approximately 99% state of charge and
concluding at approximately 10% state of charge (together, the “Results”). As all Trials were concluded at
approximately 10% state of charge, the measured distances reflect a conservative estimate of driving
performance, and the Electric Truck may have achieved additional driving range beyond the Results, which
was not evaluated during the Battery Range Performance Trials.
Battery Range Performance Trial Results Summary
Trial Trial
Duration
Start State of
Charge (SOC)
End State of
Charge (SOC)
Distance
Traveled (km)
Driving Conditions
Trial 1 ~4 days ~87% ~10% 138.8 Mixed city and highway
Trial 2 ~4 days ~99% ~10% 140.6 Mixed city and highway
Trial 3 ~3 days ~99% ~10% 128.3 Mixed city and highway
Average (Post-
Rebalancing)
— — — ~135.9 —
The Results demonstrate a significant improvement in the estimated driving range and effective battery
capacity of the Electric Truck following completion of the rebalancing procedure. Specifically, post-
rebalancing performance testing indicates an average estimated driving range of approximately 135.9
kilometers per charge under real-world operating conditions. These results represent an increase of up to
approximately 135.8 kilometers in driving range compared to the Electric Truck’s severely degraded pre-
rebalancing condition, in which the Electric Truck demonstrated a driving range of approximately 0.1
kilometers per charge. The Results affirm the technical efficacy and commercial relevance of Battery X
Rebalancing Technologies’ proprietary rebalancing process and support its broader applicability across
light-duty electric vehicle fleets and other commercial electric transportation use cases.
The Battery Range Performance Trials were performed under no -load conditions; it is relevant to note
that payload can have an effect on energy consumption and overall driving range. This consideration is
consistent with widely recognized industry dynamics and is disclosed to provide a complete and
transparent understanding of factors that may influence real-world vehicle performance. Range may vary
based on payload, terrain, driving behavior, and other operational conditions.
These performance outcomes further validate the effectiveness and market relevance of Battery X
Rebalancing Technologies’ proprietary rebalancing solution in restoring degraded battery capacity and
materially extending the remaining useful life of commercial electric vehicle batteries. The Company
believes these results provide compelli ng technical validation in support of the Rebalancing Machine’s
broader commercial deployment, particularly in fleet environments where range reliability, battery
lifespan longevity, and total cost of ownership are mission-critical considerations.
The Problem: Rising EV Adoption Presents New Battery Lifecycle Challenges
In 2024, global EV sales reached approximately 17.1 million units, representing a 25% increase from 20231.
With cumulative global EV sales from 2015 to 2023 totaling an estimated over 40 million units 2, a
significant share of the global EV fleet is expected to exit warranty coverage over the coming years.
By 2031, nearly 40 million electric, plug -in hybrid, and hybrid vehicles worldwide are anticipated to fall
outside of their original warranty coverage3,4. This projection is based on current EV adoption figures and
standard industry warranty terms, and underscores a growing risk for EV owners facing battery
degradation, reduced capacity, and costly replacement requirements5. As the global EV fleet continues to
expand, the demand for technologies that extend battery life, reduce long -term ownership costs, and
support a sustainable transition to electric mobility is increasing.
The Solution: Pioneering Next-Generation Technologies to Support Lithium-Ion Battery Longevity
Battery X Rebalancing Technologies’ proprietary software and hardware technology aims to address this
challenge by extending the lifespan of EV batteries. This innovation is being developed with the aim to
enhance the sustainability of electric transportation and the goal to provide EV owners with a more cost-
effective, environmentally friendly ownership experience by reducing the need for costly battery
replacements.
Battery X Rebalancing Technologies’ rebalancing technology, validated by the National Research Council
of Canada (“NRC”), focuses on battery cell rebalancing. The NRC validation demonstrated the technology’s
ability to effectively correct cell imbalances in lithium-ion battery packs, recovering nearly all lost capacity
due to cell imbalance. The validation was conducted on battery modules composed of fifteen 72Ah
LiFePO₄ cells connected in series. The cells were initially balanced to a uniform state of charge (SOC), with
a measured discharge capacity of 71.10Ah. In the validation test, three of the fifteen cells were then
artificially imbalanced—one cell was charged to a 20% higher SOC, and two cells were discharged to a 20%
lower SOC—resulting in a reduced discharge capacity of 46.24Ah, representing a decrease of
approximately 35%. Following rebalancing using Battery X Rebalancing Technologies’ rebalancing
technology, the battery module’s discharge capacity was restored to 70.94Ah, representing the recovery
of approximately 99% of the capacity lost due to cell imbalance.
These advancements establish Battery X Rebalancing Technologies as a participant in lithium -ion and EV
battery solutions, aiming to tackle the critical challenges of capacity degradation of battery packs and
expensive replacements. By extending the lifecycle of battery materials within the supply chain, Battery X
Rebalancing Technologies aims to support the energy transition and promote a more sustainable future.
Amendment to Agreement with Global Top 20 University
The Company also announces that, further to its news release dated November 25, 2025, it has entered
into an amendment (the “Amendment Agreement”) to its previously announced collaborative research
agreement with a globally ranked Top 20 university (the “Global Top 20 University”), with such
amendment effective as of December 30, 2025 (the “Effective Date”).
The collaborative research agreement is part of an ongoing strategic research partnership focused on
advancing the development and validation of the Company’s proprietary, eco-friendly froth-flotation
technology for the recovery of critical battery materials from end-of-life lithium-ion batteries. The
collaboration builds on prior laboratory work conducted with the Global Top 20 University that resulted
in a preliminary lab-scale breakthrough, including the identification of a new solvent and a two-stage re-
flotation process that significantly improved material separation efficiency, achieving graphite recoveries
exceeding 98% and metal-oxide purities of up to approximately 95–96% under mild and environmentally
responsible conditions.
Pursuant to the Amendment Agreement, the contract period has been extended to January 12, 2027, and
the payment schedule has been amended to confirm that the initial payment of CAD $60,000 has been
paid in full, with the remaining aggregate amount payable in three (3) instalments of CAD $54,853.34,
CAD $54,853.33, and CAD $54,853.33, due three (3), six (6), and nine (9) months, respectively, following
the Effective Date of the Amendment Agreement.
The Amendment Agreement continues to support further laboratory optimization, expanded testing
across additional battery chemistries, and the generation of data intended to inform potential future pilot-
scale development, while maintaining the existing intellectual property, confidentiality, and governance
provisions previously disclosed. All other terms and conditions of the collaborative research agreement
remain unchanged and in full force and effect.
1 Rho Motion – Global EV Sales 2024, 2 IEA Global EV Outlook 2024, 3 IEA, 4 U.S. News, 5 Recurrent Auto
About Battery X Metals Inc.
Battery X Metals (CSE:BATX) (OTCQB:BATXF) (FSE:5YW0, WKN: A41RJF) is an energy transition resource
exploration and technology company committed to advancing domestic battery and critical metal
resource exploration and developing next-generation proprietary technologies. Taking a diversified, 360°
approach to the battery metals industry, the Company focuses on exploration, lifespan extension, and
recycling of lithium-ion batteries and battery materials. For more information, visit batteryxmetals.com.
On Behalf of the Board of Directors
Massimo Bellini Bressi, Director
For further information, please contact:
Massimo Bellini Bressi
Chief Executive Officer
Email: [email protected]
Tel: (604) 741-0444
Disclaimer for Forward-Looking Information
This news release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of applicable securities laws.
Forward-looking statements in this release relate to, among other things: the interpretation and
significance of the results of the preliminary battery rebalancing trial and the Battery Range Performance
Trials; the estimated and observed post-rebalancing driving range performance of the Electric Truck; the
implications of the observed narrowing of the cell-level voltage differential and convergence of cell-level
voltages for battery pack-level balance, effective battery capacity utilization, and remaining useful battery
life; the ability of Battery X Rebalancing Technologies’ proprietary rebalancing process to restore
degraded battery performance without replacing cells; the potential additional driving range that may
exist beyond the approximately 10% state of charge at which the Battery Range Performance Trials were
concluded; the repeatability, scalability, and commercial relevance of the rebalancing results across other
battery packs, vehicles, chemistries, and operating conditions; the applicability of the Company’s
rebalancing technology to light-duty and commercial electric vehicle fleets; the anticipated technical and
commercial benefits of the Company’s rebalancing solution, including reduced total cost of ownership for
electric vehicle operators; the continued development, validation, and potential commercial deployment
of the Rebalancing Machine; the anticipated benefits, outcomes, and timing of the Company’s proprietary
battery rebalancing and recycling technologies; the ongoing collaborative research program with a
globally ranked top 20 university, including further laboratory optimization, expanded testing across
additional battery chemistries, potential future pilot-scale development, and the expected outcomes
thereof; and the Company’s broader objectives relating to lithium-ion battery longevity, sustainability,
critical battery material recovery, and the energy transition. Forward-looking statements are based on
management’s current expectations, estimates, assumptions, and projections that are believed to be
reasonable as of the date of this news release, including assumptions regarding lithium-ion battery
behavior, chemistry, degradation patterns, and self-discharge characteristics; real-world operating
conditions; the representativeness of the Electric Truck and battery pack evaluated; the accuracy and
reliability of onboard vehicle diagnostics, third-party data, and testing methodologies; the continued
performance of the Company’s rebalancing technology under varied operating conditions; the
continuation of collaborative research activities on current terms; and the Company’s ability to further
develop, test, manufacture, and deploy its technologies at scale. However, such statements are inherently
subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors that may cause actual results,
performance, or achievements to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-
looking statements. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to: variability in battery
condition, age, usage history, degradation characteristics, and self-discharge behavior across different
battery packs and chemistries; differences in payload, terrain, driving behavior, environmental conditions,
and duty cycles; the fact that the Battery Range Performance Trials were conducted under no-load
conditions and concluded at approximately 10% state of charge, such that real-world range and
performance may vary; the possibility that additional driving range beyond that measured in the Trials
may not be consistently achievable; challenges in replicating trial results across broader vehicle fleets;
limitations arising from severely degraded or non-uniform battery cells; technical, manufacturing, or
operational challenges; delays or failures in entering into commercial, manufacturing, fleet deployment,
or research arrangements; uncertainties related to laboratory-scale results translating to pilot-scale or
commercial-scale outcomes; regulatory, legal, or operational constraints; market adoption risks; and risks
generally associated with early-stage clean-technology companies. There can be no assurance that the
results described herein will be replicated in future trials or commercial deployments, that any additional
driving range beyond that measured in the Battery Range Performance Trials will be realized, that
anticipated research outcomes or pilot-scale developments will occur, or that the Company or Battery X
Rebalancing Technologies will generate revenue or achieve commercial adoption of the rebalancing or
recycling technologies. Except as required by applicable securities laws, the Company undertakes no
obligation to update or revise any forward-looking information to reflect new information, future events,
or otherwise. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements and are
encouraged to consult the Company’s continuous disclosure filings available under its profile at
www.sedarplus.ca for additional risk factors and further information.