Battery News
CATL launches battery with 15-year lifespan for electric buses
CATL has launched the CATL Tectrans Bus Edition, claiming an energy density of 175 Wh/kg, the highest in the electric bus industry.
CATL suspending lithium production in Jiangxi, sending lithium producer shares soaring
A rumor -- later confirmed -- that CATL had suspended lithium production in Jiangxi sent shares of major lithium producers soaring.
China EV battery installations in Aug: CATL's share 44.46%, BYD 24.96%
CATL's share in August decreased by 2.84 percentage points from July, while BYD increased by 2.14 percentage points.
CATL in talks to buy PV module supplier DAS Solar, report says
CATL is in talks to buy photovoltaic module supplier DAS Solar, which ranked No. 8 globally in PV module shipments in the first half of this year, according to local media.
Global EV battery market share in Jan-Jul 2024: CATL 37.6%, BYD 16.1%
CATL and BYD continue to hold the top two spots as the world's largest battery makers in January-July, with several other Chinese companies in the top 10.
eVTOL with CATL batteries to make maiden flight by end of 2024
By the end of this year, an eVTOL powered by CATL batteries is expected to make its maiden flight, the battery maker's chairman said.
CATL aims to have 10,000 battery swap stations
In the short term, CATL aims to have more than 500 battery swap stations by 2025 and 3,000 by 2027.
Chinese lithium producer Ganfeng plans $500 million battery plant in Turkey
Ganfeng plans to set up a joint venture in Turkey, which plans to invest $500 million to build a lithium battery project with an annual capacity of 5 GWh in Turkey.
CATL opens 1st experience center to showcase EV models powered by its batteries
CATL's first experience center opened today, bringing together nearly 100 models from about 50 automotive brands it ramps up its engagement with consumers.
China EV battery installations in Jul: CATL's share 47.3%, BYD 22.83%
CATL's share increased by 2.24 percentage points in July compared to June, while BYD decreased by 2.49 percentage points.
