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BMW Neue Klasse Switches to 46-Series Cylindrical Cells, CATL and EVE Energy Supply

BMW Neue Klasse Switches to 46-Series Cylindrical Cells, CATL and EVE Energy Supply

BMW Group announced that starting from its next-generation EV platform "Neue Klasse," the sixth-generation BMW eDrive platform will fully transition to self-designed 46-series large cylindrical cells, replacing the previously used prismatic cells. CATL and EVE Energy have become core suppliers, each receiving approximately 50% of the order share. Cell-level volumetric energy density increases by over 20% compared to the fifth generation, and paired with an 800V high-voltage platform, range improves by 30% and charging speed by 30%. The first Neue Klasse model will begin production in Shenyang in 2026.

54328 days ago
All-Solid-State Battery Mass Production Timeline Revealed: Who Will Break Through First in 2026-2030?

All-Solid-State Battery Mass Production Timeline Revealed: Who Will Break Through First in 2026-2030?

All-solid-state batteries are hailed as the "ultimate form" of power batteries, and their mass production timeline has become a focal point of the global new energy vehicle industry. Dongfeng Group announced it will initiate all-solid-state battery mass production in the second half of 2026, powering vehicles with 1,000km+ range. BYD revealed its all-solid-state batteries have entered vehicle testing, with small-batch installation planned for 2027. Toyota is targeting 2027-2028 for sulfide all-solid-state battery mass production. Meanwhile, many "solid-state batteries" launched by Chinese companies are actually semi-solid or quasi-solid-state. True all-solid-state battery mass production still needs to overcome three major technical hurdles: electrolyte-electrode interface, large-scale manufacturing processes, and cost control. This article reviews the mass production timelines of major global automakers and battery companies, analyzing who is likely to achieve commercial breakthrough first.

68346 days ago
Gotion Semi-Solid-State Battery Exceeds 300Wh/kg, Clears Extreme Tests for Mass Production

Gotion Semi-Solid-State Battery Exceeds 300Wh/kg, Clears Extreme Tests for Mass Production

On July 13, Gotion High-Tech announced that its G-Yuan semi-solid-state battery has passed extreme summer and winter testing, officially qualifying for mass production. The cell achieves energy density exceeding 300Wh/kg at the cell level and over 235Wh/kg at the system level, with multiple OEM validations underway, while Gotion's manufacturing bases in Germany, Vietnam, Indonesia, and Thailand have begun production.

68064 days ago