Advanced solid-state batteries a mutual ambition of carmakers

Improved technology: SAIC’s electric marque, IM Motors, started pre-sales of the L6 sedan last week, highlighting its so-called super-fast charging solid-state battery. Sedans with the battery will be priced below 330,000 yuan, the carmaker says. — Bloomberg

BEIJING: Chinese electric vehicle (EV) makers are rapidly adopting solid-state batteries in their latest models, with industry experts anticipating full use of this superior solution for the next generation of batteries by 2030.

SAIC’s electric marque, IM Motors, started pre-sales of the L6 sedan last week, highlighting its so-called super-fast charging solid-state battery. Sedans with the battery will be priced below 330,000 yuan, the carmaker announced.