Core Insights - Electric vehicles (EVs) are expected to achieve free charging and even become profit-generating tools, with pure electric vehicles dominating the market [1] - By 2050, the number of electric vehicles in China is predicted to reach at least 350 million, with a total energy storage capacity exceeding 240 billion kilowatt-hours [3] - In 2025, China's new energy vehicle sales are projected to exceed 15 million units, entering a stable growth phase with a significant increase in ownership by 2030 [3] Group 1 - Ouyang Minggao, a professor at Tsinghua University, stated that electric vehicles will become a major part of the market, with free charging and profit potential [1] - The lifespan of lithium iron phosphate batteries is approximately 10 to 15 years, with 3,000 full charge-discharge cycles, allowing for a total mileage of up to 250,000 kilometers [3] - The interaction between vehicles and the existing power distribution network will be crucial for addressing charging capacity as renewable energy sources increase [3] Group 2 - By 2050, the expected electric vehicle ownership in China will be at least 350 million, with an average battery capacity of 70 kilowatt-hours per vehicle [3] - The total energy storage capacity from electric vehicles will be comparable to China's current daily electricity consumption [3] - By 2030, the number of new energy vehicles in China is anticipated to reach between 100 million and 160 million [3]