Articles tagged "CATL"

Many EV fans hope that next-generation batteries will soon change the world of electric cars, and if you follow the news, it really sounds like solid-state technology is almost around the corner. These next-gen power packs promise longer driving...

The global race to build better batteries for electric cars has a new target. Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Limited, known as CATL, announced a major change in its long-term research plans. The Chinese battery manufacturer is now focusing on...

Until recently, sodium-ion batteries were the subject of research, and you could only find them in labs. However, the commercialization happened faster than we anticipated and now Pret - a company that produces sodium-ion batteries, said that mass...

CATL, the leading battery manufacturer in the world, introduced a slew of new cutting-edge battery products during the 2026 Tech Day. The company introduced batteries designated for passenger vehicles, including PHEV and EREV, as well as battery...

Drivers in cold climates have always worried about how EVs handle freezing temperatures. Most batteries lose power when the mercury drops, leaving drivers either stranded or charging for hours. Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Limited, better...

The biggest challenge facing electric cars is not the speed of the vehicle - they have plenty of that. The speed of their recharging is an entirely different ball game. Drivers of traditional gas-powered vehicles refill their tanks in minutes, but...

The world's largest battery manufacturer, CATL, has unveiled a new battery technology designed to solve the biggest headaches for electric car drivers: range anxiety and long charging stops. Revealed at Europe's IAA Munich auto show, the new...

CATL has just revealed exciting new developments in the EV battery space that promise to make owning and using electric vehicles even easier and more convenient for everyone. One of the biggest announcements is CATL's next-generation Shenxing...

A major shake-up could be on the horizon in the world of electric cars as CATL, the world's biggest EV battery maker, is reportedly in talks to buy a large part of Nio Power, the battery charging and swapping division of the EV company Nio. This...

The world of electric cars is about to go through a rapid change, thanks to a major partnership between Nio and CATL. These two companies are joining efforts to build the largest battery swap network ever seen. This means drivers of electric...

Volkswagen is doubling down on its commitment to the Chinese EV market. Abysmal sales figures show a decline in overall vehicle deliveries, but the German automaker is forging ahead with strategic partnerships and big investments. A key element of...

The battery-swapping EVs initially popularized by Nio are gaining more and more traction. SAIC Motor is now looking to join the alliance, producing several new vehicles using CATL's swappable battery packs. SAIC will use CATL's SHE: 300750...

The US Department of Defense decided to add two major Chinese companies, Tencent and CATL, to its list of "Chinese military companies." This designation is not an outright ban, but it will create significant hurdles for these companies in the US...

Today CATL has announced two new standardized "chocolate" battery packs, called 20# and 25#. These are built with CATL's upcoming battery swapping network in mind, and thus come in standard swap-friendly sizes. The officially named Choco-SEB (SEB...

FAW Group's brand Hongqi is the latest automaker to join CATL's Choco-SEB battery swapping programme. Just last month, Changan Automobile announced a similar partnership with CATL, and unveiled the battery swap-enabled Oshan 520 electric sedan....

Stellantis, the automotive giant behind brands like Jeep, Fiat, and Peugeot, has announced a major partnership with CATL, the world's leading battery manufacturer. Together, they will invest up to $4.80 billion to construct a state-of-the-art...

CATL has unveiled its latest innovation in the electric vehicle sector: the Tectrans battery series for heavy-duty commercial vehicles. This is a significant step forward in the electrification of the commercial transportation industry, addressing...

Around two years ago CATL, the world's biggest battery maker, announced its first sodium-ion battery and its intention to start manufacturing in 2023. Now, two years later, we're onto the second generation, and production is set to start in 2025....

New reports confirm CATL has entered the trial production phase for its new solid-state batteries. Solid-state batteries offer several advantages over conventional lithium-ion batteries. They promise higher energy density, improved safety, and...

CATL is having a very busy week. Only a couple of days ago we reported on the company unveiling its latest battery technology designed for buses. The company now unveiled the Tectrans–T battery at the IAA show in Hanover, Germany. With a colossal...