A major development has come from China in the EV industry. FAW Group has installed a semi-solid-state battery in an electric vehicle for the first time. This new battery technology is considered the next big step after traditional lithium-ion batteries and could significantly increase driving range.
The battery was developed by China Automotive New Energy Battery Technology Co Ltd, FAW’s battery division. It is expected to be tested in the Tiangong 06 electric SUV. The company claims the battery has an energy density of more than 500 Wh/kg. With a total capacity of up to 142 kWh, the SUV could deliver a driving range of over 620 miles on a single charge — far higher than most current EVs.
Another major advantage could be faster charging times. Semi-solid-state batteries are expected to charge much quicker than existing lithium-ion batteries. In the future, some versions may be able to charge from 0 to 80 percent in just a few minutes, addressing one of the biggest concerns about EVs today.
Other global automakers such as Toyota, BYD, CATL, Volkswagen, Mercedes-Benz, and BMW are also investing heavily in solid-state battery research.
While real-world testing is still ongoing, this breakthrough suggests that the next generation of EV batteries may arrive sooner than expected.
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