The technology, which replaces "wet" electrolytes with solid ones, promises better safety, longer life and vastly improved energy density, but huge challenges remain before mass production can start.

The automakers intend to sell millions of co-developed "affordable" EVs starting in 2027 with a price well below that of the industry's average gasoline vehicle today.

Factorial Energy has raised $200 million to help fund further development and commercialization of its advanced solid-state battery for EVs and automakers Stellantis and Mercedes-Benz led the round for Factorial.

Solid-state power packs promise safety, cost, weight and performance improvements over today's lithium ion batteries. They could help bring larger trucks and SUVs into the EV segment.

Through the investment, the automaker aims to secure 200 gigawatt-hours of battery supply by the end of the decade.

The batteries are a keenly anticipated development in the auto industry, potentially providing automakers with a safer and less expensive alternative to lithium ion batteries.

Solid-state battery developer Solid Power has started a pilot production line at its Colorado facility dedicated to producing sulfide-based battery cells. The company is backed by Ford and BMW, among others.

Battery manufacturers and automakers are working to create a lighter, safer, cooler and more energy-dense battery.

Workers at the Reno, Nevada-area facility had previously been required to wear a mask only if they were not vaccinated, The Wall Street Journal reported.

The maker of solid-state batteries for EVs is expanding its factory outside Denver to scale production so it can deliver test cells to Ford and BMW in early 2022.

VW's plan to build six battery cell plants in Europe is a strategic pillar in the company's bid to become the world's top EV seller.

One of the biggest moments at CES will come from General Motors, which will show off an all-electric version of its Chevrolet Silverado pickup, while established suppliers and startups alike will look to showcase their work in the EV space.

Billions of dollars are being spent to improve safety, durability, power capabilities and charging times.

A peek at how Nissan plans to bring solid-state batteries to market by 2028 as a host of competitors race to find the right road to success.

SolidEnergy Systems spun off from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in 2012. Shareholders include General Motors.

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Battery swapping stations let owners replace a spent battery for a full one in about five minutes. Nio has opened its first battery swap station in Norway.

The automaker plans 23 new electrified vehicles, including 15 EVs, and aims for an electrification mix of 50 percent across the Nissan and Infiniti brands by March 31, 2031.

General Motors plans to build a $393-million cathode active material (CAM) plant in Bécancour, Que., adding Canada to its growing North American electric vehicle supply chain that will reduce reliance on battery materials imported from Asia.

China dominates lithium ion battery production; Europe is on its tail. The U.S. needs to make strides to catch up.

The ramp-up underscores the automaker's rapidly evolving outlook for soaring EV sales. But it also reflects a conservative approach to investment, as well as a continuing commitment to hybrid vehicles

The U.S. manufacturer hosted an event Wednesday in Ulm, Germany, where its partner Iveco -- the commercial vehicle unit of CNH Industrial -- is preparing to start series production of Nikola Tre heavy-duty trucks by year-end.

Europe was the automaker's top EV market as the group's VW brand accounted for most full-electric car sales with the ID3 and ID4 models.