In this engaging discussion, Don Wright, Vice President of Engineering at Unico, shares his journey from Michigan to leading cutting-edge EV battery testing in Wisconsin. He emphasizes the critical role of battery testing in determining health and lifespan. Don explores the innovative concept of a DC microgrid for efficient testing and discusses second-life batteries' future potential. He also dives into the challenges of solid-state and semi-solid-state batteries, revealing insights into emerging technologies in the evolving EV landscape.