Next-gen battery tech: safety mandates, solid-state, and lithium-air
Key Questions
What new safety mandates apply to EV batteries in China from 2026?
From July 2026, China requires zero fire tolerance for EV batteries along with new underbody impact tests and 300-cycle stability requirements.
What is the outlook for solid-state batteries in 2026?
2026 is viewed as the potential 'year one' for solid-state batteries, though consumer availability timing remains under debate among industry players.
Which company is investing in lithium-air battery research?
CATL is actively investing in lithium-air technology to achieve ultra-high energy density for next-generation batteries.
China mandates zero fire tolerance for EV batteries from July 2026, with new underbody impact tests and 300-cycle stability requirements. Solid-state battery is touted as '2026 year one' but consumer timing remains debated. CATL invests in lithium-air research for ultra-high energy density.
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Updated Jun 18, 2026