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CATL steps up solid-state battery commercialisation, eyes mass production around 2030
China\'s CATL, the world\'s largest EV battery maker, is accelerating development of next-generation solid-state batteries. It has entered trial production of 20 ampere-hour cells and aims to begin limited production in 2027. The company is developing sulphide-based solid-state batteries and targets an energy density of 500 watt-hours per kilogram. CATL expects initial output to be limited and sees full-scale mass production around 2030.
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China pushes all-solid-state batteries, but CATL remains cautious
China has set a goal of reaching an early stage of scaled application of all-solid-state batteries by 2030 under a new industry plan involving seven government bodies. The plan also targets breakthroughs in core technologies such as advanced electrode materials and new electrolytes. Battery maker CATL remains cautious, saying costs and mass-production challenges persist. LG Energy Solution echoed the view, and BloombergNEF projected limited market share even in 2035.
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CATL develops battery for U.S. electric pickups; automakers already testing
China\'s battery maker CATL has developed a dedicated battery for the U.S. electric pickup truck market, with U.S. automakers already testing it, according to reports. The company designed a taller battery to suit pickup structures and payload needs and is considering entering the market by licensing technology to local manufacturers rather than building plants. CATL has not disclosed specifications or timelines, and no adopters have been confirmed. Politics and regulation remain key obstacles.