solid-state battery

Solid-state batteries promise longer range, faster charging, and improved safety, but durability has been a major hurdle. Researchers in China are getting closer after developing a new solid-state battery electrolyte system that maintained over 84% of its capacity after 350 charge cycles.

Honda and QuantumScape (QS) announced a new partnership to commercialize solid-state batteries for EVs and more.

Solid-state EV batteries are now being tested on the road in North America for the first time, promising longer range, faster charging, and lower costs.

Its solid-state batteries have already proven capable of delivering over 745 miles (1,200 km) of real-world driving range. Now, US-based solid-state battery maker Factorial Energy is tapping into public markets to fund its next phase of growth.

After becoming the first to commercialize solid-state batteries, ProLogium announced it will become a publicly listed company through a business merger with a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC).

SAIC launched its first electric SUV powered by a semi-solid-state EV battery in China, starting at under $15,000.

Chinese lithium metal giant Ganfeng Lithium has begun producing what it calls the world’s first 10 Ah solid-state batteries with an energy density of 500 Wh/kg. The lithium giant has supply deals with Tesla, Volkswagen, Hyundai, and several other major OEMs for key EV battery materials.

SAIC opened pre-orders in China for the new MG 4X, an electric SUV with a semi-solid-state EV battery, priced under $15,000. The new battery tech is set to launch in Europe by the end of 2026.

During a briefing on Monday, Nissan revealed it had achieved a new milestone as it aims to launch its first vehicles powered by all-solid-state EV batteries by 2028.

Solid-state EV batteries have entered a “critical stage,” BYD’s chief scientist, Lian Yubo, said during a seminar this week.

Semi-solid-state batteries are already expanding from the first passenger EVs to new segments, including flying cars and light trucks.

After introducing the first mass-produced EV with a semi-solid-state battery, MG Motor said it will bring the new battery tech to Europe by the end of 2026. In China, the new MG4 with a semi-solid-state battery starts at under $15,000. Although not that cheap, the new EV is expected to remain affordable in Europe.

Solid-state batteries are called the “holy grail” of EV battery tech for a reason, right? The new battery tech is quickly moving from the lab to the real world, with some claiming to unlock over 800 miles of driving range.

CATL filed an international patent, detailing how its solid-state battery cell and electrolyte material can help overcome one of the biggest challenges in bringing the new tech to market.

Another major Japanese automaker is jumping into the race for the “holy grail” of EV batteries after buying out an all-solid-state battery business.

After securing another major partnership, Factorial is closing in on bringing its “groundbreaking” all-solid-state EV battery platform to global markets.

Chinese battery manufacturers already account for well over 50% of the global market, but new battery types, including solid-state, are rolling out, promising to be safer, more efficient, and safer.

China will release a standard for solid-state EV batteries later this year as several automakers begin testing the new battery tech in vehicles.

Automakers, battery manufacturers, and companies from around the globe are racing to bring solid-state EV batteries to market, promising significant improvements in energy density, charging, and driving range.

The world’s leading EV maker is preparing to introduce new battery chemistries to stay a step ahead of the competition. After a series of breakthroughs, BYD is expected to begin producing solid-state EV batteries as soon as next year.

Solid-state battery developer QuantumScape is off and running in 2026, inaugurating its shiny new Eagle Line for pilot production. Eagle Line lays the groundwork for scaled solid-state battery production and will produce cells to support OEM customer sampling.