World’s 1st solid-state battery EV to hit roads in 2026 with 600-mile range
Stellantis is incorporating Factorial’s solid-state batteries into a demonstration fleet of all-new Dodge Charger Daytona vehicles based on the STLA Large platform.
Most auto manufacturers plan to launch their electric vehicles (EVs) with solid-state batteries by 2030.
However, Stellantis has announced that it will introduce a demonstration fleet of brand-new Dodge Charger Daytona EVs featuring solid-state batteries by 2026.
Stellantis is incorporating Factorial’s solid-state batteries into a demonstration fleet of Dodge Charger Daytona vehicles.
The vehicles will utilize solid-state battery technology with over 390Wh/kg energy density.
On October 23, Stellantis and Factorial announced the next chapter in their partnership to accelerate the development and deployment of next-generation EVs powered by Factorial’s solid-state battery technology.
This initiative builds upon the $75 million investment Stellantis made in Factorial in 2021.
Stellantis will test the performance of Factorial’s solid-state battery in real driving conditions using its Dodge Charger Daytona vehicles in 2026.
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I was sceptical that these new solid state batteries might have a higher ecological footprint than the batteries used now, so I read a couple of articles. Without researching further my initial conclusion is that they have a lower footprint, but i'm not convinced yet.
https://www.uk-cpi.com/blog/6-ways-solid-state-batteries-are-better-than-lithium-ion-alternatives-in-electric-vehicles