Solid-state batteries entering 2026 production
Key Questions
Which companies are commercializing solid-state batteries?
Factorial Energy listed on Nasdaq after road-testing cells in a Dodge Charger. ProLogium partnered with OPmobility for integration targeting 900 Wh/L density and 6.4-minute charging.
What performance claims have Chinese makers made?
Chery claims 1500 km range, 8-minute charging, and strong cold-weather performance. BYD plans all-solid-state batteries by 2027, while CATL advances its own solid-state details.
How does Toyota's timeline compare to Chinese progress?
Toyota's solid-state battery timeline has slipped repeatedly to 2028. In contrast, CATL and BYD already have advanced batteries in production, highlighting Japan's lag behind China.
Factorial Energy lists on Nasdaq, road-tested in Dodge Charger (375 Wh/kg, 18-min charge). ProLogium and OPmobility partner on solid-state integration (900 Wh/L, 6.4-min charge). Chery claims 1500km range, 8-min charge, -30°C performance (unverified). China advances standards for solid-state batteries. BYD plans all-solid by 2027. CATL solid-state details. Nissan-Gelion lithium-sulfur project. Honda solid-state battery development adds to the race, though early stage. Solid-state race intensifies. Latest: Toyota's solid-state battery timeline continues to slip (2020→2023→2026→2028), while China's CATL and BYD have advanced batteries in production; Mercedes-Benz achieved 750 miles with solid-state EQS. This reinforces the narrative that Japan is losing the battery race to China.