BYD, one of the world’s leading electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers, is stepping up its efforts to stay ahead of competitors like MG, particularly in response to the growing success of the MG4 and its semi-solid state battery technology. Chinese car manufacturer has confirmed plans present its first all-solid-state batteries 2027with Mass production is expected to begin in 2030.. The company has been developing this technology for more than a decade and now aims to bring it to market in a way that can redefine the future of electric mobility.
Solid-state batteries represent one of the most promising advances in energy storage for electric vehicles. Unlike traditional lithium-ion batteries that rely on a liquid electrolyteSolid state batteries use a solid electrolyteimproving energy density, safety and thermal stability. This design reduces the risk of fire, prevents leaks and allows for more compact and efficient packaging – key advantages for next-generation electric vehicles.
BYD’s solid-state battery promises a charging time of 12 minutes. (Image: BYD)
BYD’s upcoming solid-state batteries are expected to reach energy densities up to 400 Wh/kga significant leap beyond current technologies. By way of comparison, the existing company LFP (lithium iron phosphate) battery offers around 160–180 Wh/kgwhile even the most advanced NMC (nickel manganese cobalt) batteries normally reach 300Wh/kg. Reaching 400 Wh/kg would position BYD at the forefront of the global electric vehicle innovation race, surpassing the capabilities of most current battery systems.
Equally impressive are the projected range and payload capabilities. Early estimates suggest that electric vehicles powered by BYD’s new solid-state batteries could offer up to 800 kilometers (almost 500 miles) of autonomy on a single charge: approximately double the average autonomy of current electric cars. Some industry observers even speculate that BYD’s technology could eventually exceed 1,000 kilometers per load.
Charging speed is another area where BYD technology promises to break records. Reports indicate that a Full charging can be achieved in just 12 minutesrepresenting an unprecedented improvement in comfort and usability.
If successful, this breakthrough could dramatically reshape the electric vehicle market, reducing “range anxiety” and accelerating global adoption of electric vehicles. The combination of higher energy density, faster charging and greater safety could also make BYD a leading supplier of advanced batteries not only for its own models but potentially for other automakers around the world.
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