Chery Targets Solid-State Battery Range of 1,500 Kilometres
Jakarta - Chinese automotive manufacturer Chery is scheduled to hold a technology event titled Battery Night to unveil developments in electric vehicle battery technology, including solid-state battery development capable of achieving a driving range of up to 1,500 kilometres.
According to CarNewsChina’s report, solid-state battery technology is the primary focus of Chery’s development efforts. This technology employs solid electrolytes to replace the liquid electrolyte found in conventional lithium-ion batteries, which in theory can increase energy density whilst improving safety.
Chery targets its solid-state batteries to provide electric vehicles with a driving range of approximately 1,500 kilometres on a single charge. However, the company has not yet provided detailed explanations of the testing standards used to achieve this figure. This range is significantly higher than that of conventional lithium-ion batteries currently used in electric vehicles.
According to the company’s development plan, initial implementation of solid-state battery technology is scheduled to commence around 2026 on a limited scale, with mass production targeted for approximately 2027.
This effort forms part of Chery’s electrification strategy, which previously introduced a battery technology brand called Kunpeng. Nevertheless, Chery has not yet disclosed further technical details regarding its solid-state battery development, including cell design, material suppliers, or the vehicle platforms that will utilise the technology.
As is widely known, solid-state battery development has become a focus for numerous global automotive manufacturers. This technology is regarded as potentially representing the next major breakthrough in the electric vehicle industry, offering higher energy density, faster charging times, and improved safety levels compared to current battery technology.
The Battery Night event scheduled for 18 March is expected to provide clearer insight into Chery’s battery technology roadmap and the company’s strategy for competing in the electric vehicle industry.