Sodium-ion EV battery breakthrough delivers 11-min charging and 450 km range
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- Next-generation sodium-ion EV batteries are nearing mass production, offering efficiency, safety, and lower costs.
- BAIC Group announced a breakthrough in sodium-ion battery tech, achieving a prototype with 170Wh/kg energy density and 450 km range.
- Sodium-ion batteries support ultra-fast charging (11 minutes) and perform well in extreme temperatures (-40°C to 60°C).
- CATL's sodium-ion batteries (175 Wh/kg) rival LFP batteries, with future range projections of 500-600 km.
- Sodium-ion batteries provide a cost-effective alternative to lithium, with global shipments expected to exceed 1,000 GWh in four years.