Earlier this month, a little-known Finnish startup shocked the world when it claimed to have beaten Toyota, Samsung, LG Energy, Quantumscape and any number of Chinese automakers at commercializing the Holy Grail of electric-vehicle power: solid-state batteries. Helsinki-based Donut Lab said at CES 2026 that it has a class-leading solid-state battery ready to go in … Continue reading “Donut Lab Says It Cracked Solid-State Batteries. Experts Have Questions.”
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Ford’s future hybrids may use batteries from Chinese behemoth BYD. The automaker is reportedly planning to import BYD batteries for its models made overseas. In the U.S., Ford’s EV plans took a step back last year after the end of the tax credits. Ford wants to strengthen its hybrid lineup in the U.S. and overseas … Continue reading “Ford Hybrids May Use Cutting-Edge Batteries From China's BYD: Report”
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The world’s first all-solid-state battery on a production motorcycle will be available in the U.S. this year, Verge Motorcycles claims. Developed by Finland-based Donut Lab, the battery gets 400 watt-hours per kilogram of energy density. Donut says it can charge in just five minutes and is not prone to fires. The first vehicle in the … Continue reading “This Is The First EV With Solid-State Batteries You'll Be Able To Buy In America”
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A used Tesla Model 3 is easily one of the best electric cars you can buy—and probably one of the best cars, period. Tesla’s original mainstream EV is abundant on the secondhand market, has solid range and charging specs, packs class-leading software and can be bought for well under $20,000 these days. But what’s the … Continue reading “You Want A Used Tesla With These Batteries”
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An American start-up is spearheading Nissan’s efforts to develop solid-state batteries. The automaker has reportedly reached the performance targets with its prototype solid-state cells. It is now ironing out the processes required for mass production. Nissan’s glory days are well behind it. The automaker is trying to save itself after years of shrinking profits and … Continue reading “Nissan Says It's On Track For Solid-State Batteries That Double EV Range By 2028”
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Toyota has priority to receive the all-important cathode material for solid-state batteries from a supplier starting in 2028. It already has a deal with another company for the solid electrolyte, the other key component for a solid-state battery. Toyota says its first solid-state-powered EVs could hit the market as early as 2027. Solid-state batteries promise … Continue reading “Toyota Just Struck A Key Deal To Make Solid-State Batteries”
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Electric vehicle batteries have gotten remarkably better and cheaper over the last decade as cleaner cars have exploded in popularity. Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe thinks there’s still room for improvement. During an interview on this week’s Plugged-In Podcast, Scaringe told InsideEVs that his startup’s main focus right now on the battery front is making EVs … Continue reading “Where Rivian’s CEO Sees EV Batteries Going Next”
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Mercedes-Benz is bringing solid-state batteries to its EVs sooner rather than later. The company’s head of development said the range-boosting batteries will hit the market “before the end of the decade.” The German automaker has partnered with U.S.-based Factorial to develop solid-state batteries that promise up to 25% more range. The elusive solid-state battery is … Continue reading “Mercedes’ Solid-State EV Batteries Are Coming By The Decade's End”
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General Motors and LG Energy Solution will manufacture low-cost lithium-iron phosphate (LFP) batteries in the U.S. The automaker will convert part of its Spring Hill, Tennessee, manufacturing plant to incorporate LFP battery assembly. The next-generation Chevy Bolt EV and one trim of the Silverado EV will be powered by LFP batteries. General Motors’ electric vehicle … Continue reading “General Motors Is Going All-In On Affordable LFP Batteries”
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Prices for lithium-ion battery packs fell 20% in 2024, the largest drop since 2017, according to a study from the International Energy Agency (IEA). Cheaper batteries mean cheaper EVs, and electric cars and trucks remain the main driver of battery demand. China’s price advantage is widening over the rest of the world. The war for a … Continue reading “EV Batteries Got 20% Cheaper Last Year”