SiC

Li Auto's in-house developed SiC power module and next-generation electric drive assembly have begun mass production for use in new BEV models.

STMicro said it will supply SiC power devices for Geely's multiple brands of mid- to high-end all-electric vehicles, helping to boost performance, speed up charging and extend range.

Nio's in-house developed SiC module saw its first C-sample roll off the line, marking a step closer to mass production, the module's production supplier said.

United Nova said it will be the production supplier for Nio's first in-house developed 1200 V SiC module, helping the EV maker build on its leadership position in the 900 V high-voltage platform.

Li Auto's upcoming 800 V high-voltage all-electric platform will utilize STMicro's third-generation 1200 V SiC MOSFET technology.

SiC power devices offer higher powertrain efficiency, enabling improved performance, faster charging and longer driving range.

By 2025, Dongfeng's IGBT and SiC projects could produce about 1.2 million power modules per year, it said.

The facility will launch prototype production in the first half of 2023 and go into full production in 2024.

The base will start construction in mid-June, with prototype production expected to begin in May 2023 and full production in 2024.

Previous information indicated that the company, which is 70 percent owned by Li Auto's affiliates, would focus on SiC chip development.