Part 9/11:
Challenges on the Path to Commercialization
While CATL's groundbreaking innovations promise a thrilling future, there are hurdles to overcome before these batteries can become commercially viable. Challenges surrounding mass production, engineering complexities, and cost issues loom on the path to widespread adoption.
Current solid-state battery models remain expensive compared to standard lithium-ion counterparts. However, CATL is proactively addressing these challenges by investing in advanced manufacturing technologies aimed at driving down costs. Their goal is to make the condensed battery competitive with existing technologies, with estimates projecting a reduction of production costs to $80 per kilowatt-hour—making significant strides toward market viability.