Nissan develops 10-minute recharging

Update: the vague & even contradictory information linked in this post is clarified in this later post.

Many articles are reporting a new technology which promises 10 minute charging for electric vehicles. Variously, it is described as a new charger, a new type of electrode for lithium ion batteries & a capacitor with improved storage capability.

My guess is the last one: capacitor with improved storage.

See what you can make of:

http://m.gmanews.tv/story/235416/technology/nissan-develops-10-minute-rechargeable-battery

or

http://blogs.cars.com/kickingtires/2011/10/10-minute-charge-for-nissan-leaf-is-far-off.html

or

http://www.fastcompany.com/1786799/nissans-10-minute-car-charger-could-change-the-electric-vehicle-landscape