FAW Group chief scientist Wang Deping and Chinese Academy of Engineering academician Ouyang Minggao have stated that all-solid-state batteries are not absolutely safe, urging consumers not to wait blindly and sparking industry reflection on technology pathways.
Consumer Market's "Solid-State Battery Anxiety"
"I'll wait a bit longer. Once all-solid-state batteries hit the road, I'll switch cars." This is the shared mindset of many traditional internal combustion engine owners. A consumer named "Da He," who has been following electric vehicles since 2015, has repeatedly postponed his car replacement plan over eleven years—too ugly, rear seats don't fold flat, wait for the next generation... Until the last two years, he finally found a new anchor point: waiting for all-solid-state batteries.
In consumer perception, all-solid-state batteries are revered as the "ultimate solution"—both safe and long-range, the perfect catalyst to say goodbye to fossil fuels. However, recent statements from industry experts are shaking this perception.
Expert Views: Safety Myth Meets Reality Check
At the recent 2026 China Automotive Forum, two heavyweight experts made statements that drew widespread attention:
| Expert | Title | Core Viewpoint | Key Argument |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wang Deping | Chief Scientist, FAW Group | All-solid-state batteries may not be safer | Once thermal runaway occurs, damage is extreme |
| Ouyang Minggao | Academician, Chinese Academy of Engineering | Consumers don't need to wait for all-solid-state batteries | Current technology already meets needs |
Wang Deping's warning is particularly noteworthy. As chief scientist of FAW Group, his judgment is based on extensive experimental data and engineering practice. He points out that while all-solid-state batteries eliminate the risk of liquid electrolyte leakage, once thermal runaway occurs, the destructive force of energy release may be even more extreme.
Academician Ouyang Minggao is even more direct, publicly telling consumers there's no need to wait for all-solid-state batteries. Behind this statement is high recognition of the maturity of current lithium-ion battery technology—existing technology has already found a relatively balanced optimal solution among energy density, safety, and cost.
Industry Status: Mass Production Timeline Repeatedly Delayed
The path from laboratory to mass production for all-solid-state batteries is longer than anticipated:
- Materials science bottleneck: Interface stability between solid electrolyte and electrode materials remains a core technical challenge
- Manufacturing process challenges: All-solid-state battery production processes are incompatible with existing lithium-ion battery lines, requiring entirely new investment
- Cost pressure: Current all-solid-state battery costs are estimated at 3-5 times that of traditional batteries, creating extremely high commercialization barriers
- Validation cycles: Automotive-grade batteries require lengthy safety validation cycles that no new material system can bypass
Automakers heavily promoting the all-solid-state battery concept in marketing are essentially透支 future technology visions into current product competition. This "selling futures" marketing strategy, while successfully igniting consumer expectations, has also created a collective cognitive bias.
Rational Perspective: Technology Evolution, Not Revolution
For consumers and dealers in overseas markets, a rational view of all-solid-state battery technology is essential:
- Current LFP and ternary lithium batteries have reached high levels of safety, range, and cost performance
- Semi-solid-state batteries as a transitional solution have already been deployed in some premium models, offering a more realistic technology upgrade path
- The mass production timeline for all-solid-state batteries remains highly uncertain, and blindly waiting may mean missing out on current quality products
Battery technology evolution is a gradual process, not an overnight revolution. Following EX1000.COM for the latest battery technology developments and vehicle reviews can help make more rational purchasing decisions.
