Battery Tech

Ehang completes 1st ever flight test of eVTOL powered by solid-state batteries

Ehang aims to achieve certification and mass production use of solid-state batteries in the EH216-S eVTOL by the end of 2025.

CATL ups bet on all-solid-state batteries, begins sample validation, report says

CATL has recently entered the trial production stage of 20 Ah samples, meaning the battery solution is initially finalized and it is starting to enter the production technology exploration stage, according to local media.

CATL launches Freevoy battery for hybrid cars that can offer over 400 km range

CATL has launched the Freevoy battery for hybrid vehicles, which offers a range of more than 400 kilometers and supports 4 C fast charging, allowing hybrid vehicles to deliver a BEV-like experience.

BYD chief scientist expects solid-state batteries to be widely used in 5 years' time

BYD's chief scientist expects solid-state batteries to be widely used in 5 years, starting with high-end models, the first time a BYD executive has spoken publicly on the topic in the last few years.

SAIC-GM, CATL jointly launch EV battery with fastest charging to date

SAIC-GM and CATL have jointly launched an LFP battery that supports a 6C charging multiplier and can get more than 200 km of range on a 5-minute charge.

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 launches commercial vehicle battery brand Tectrans and 2 battery packs

The Tectrans L-series battery packs have already been mass-produced and have been selected for 21 models from 13 automakers.

Sunwoda expects all-solid-state battery costs to fall to levels near semi-solid-state batteries by 2026

Nio president previously mentioned that its 150-kWh semi-solid-state battery pack costs about the same as an ET5, which starts at RMB 298,000.

Geely releases new LFP battery with fast charging and energy density of 192 Wh/kg

Geely's Aegis Short Blade Battery will first be used in the Galaxy E5 all-electric SUV.

CATL expects its batteries to power electric aircraft with up to 3,000 km range

CATL has successfully test flown a 4-ton civil electric aircraft and expects to release an 8-ton electric aircraft in 2027-2028.