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Gotion’s Jinshi Batteries Promise 620 Miles of Range and 10-Minute Charging

Gotion’s Jinshi Batteries Promise 620 Miles of Range and 10-Minute Charging

Gotion High-Tech launches a 2 GWh solid-state battery production line.

Donut Lab’s Solid-State Battery Delivers Eye-Opening Charging Results in First Independent Test

Donut Lab’s Solid-State Battery Delivers Eye-Opening Charging Results in First Independent Test

Donut Lab turned heads at CES 2026 when it revealed plans to bring what it calls the first commercially available solid-state battery to market.

20,000 vehicles recalled by Mercedes-Benz: uncontrolled fire risk identified

20,000 vehicles recalled by Mercedes-Benz: uncontrolled fire risk identified

Nearly 20,000 Mercedes-Benz EQA and EQB electric crossovers have been found to have issues with their traction batteries.

Don’t Rush to Buy a New Battery: 2 Tricks to Start Your Car Even at -22°F

Don’t Rush to Buy a New Battery: 2 Tricks to Start Your Car Even at -22°F

Admit it — nothing’s worse than hearing “vrrr… vrr… k…” when you’re running late on a freezing winter morning.

Setting the Direction at Home — Then Worldwide: China to Approve Solid-State Battery Standard

Setting the Direction at Home — Then Worldwide: China to Approve Solid-State Battery Standard

China is set to release its first national standard for solid-state batteries in July 2026, as the country prepares for mass production next year.

Why Drivers Warm Up Their Car Batteries in Winter Even When Cold Doesn’t Drain Them

Why Drivers Warm Up Their Car Batteries in Winter Even When Cold Doesn’t Drain Them

At first glance, it seems obvious. Everyone knows that batteries perform worse in cold weather than in warm conditions—they deliver less current, lose usable capacity, and struggle overall.

Toyota Partner Begins Construction of Solid-State Battery Plant: Electrolyte Promises 620 Miles of Range and 10-Minute Charging

Toyota Partner Begins Construction of Solid-State Battery Plant: Electrolyte Promises 620 Miles of Range and 10-Minute Charging

For many years, Japan’s Toyota has promised to bring solid-state battery electric vehicles to market, and now that long-running story is starting to take on real shape.

Tesla Cuts Order for Revolutionary 4680 Batteries by 99%: Technology Fails to Deliver

Tesla Cuts Order for Revolutionary 4680 Batteries by 99%: Technology Fails to Deliver

The advanced battery tech that was supposed to make EVs extremely affordable has fallen short, leaving Tesla’s partner with massive losses.

The End of Winter Woes for EVs: Batteries Announced That Work at −22°F

The End of Winter Woes for EVs: Batteries Announced That Work at −22°F

This would be one of the first uses of solid-state batteries in passenger vehicles.

FAW Hongqi Solid-State Battery: First Prototype Passes Testing at 392°F

FAW Hongqi Solid-State Battery: First Prototype Passes Testing at 392°F

FAW Hongqi makes a breakthrough in sulfide electrolytes and safety technology.

Volvo EX30: Global EV Recall Over Risk of Fire in Chinese Batteries

Volvo EX30: Global EV Recall Over Risk of Fire in Chinese Batteries

Battery issues have triggered a worldwide recall for Volvo—and a lawsuit worth hundreds of millions of dollars.

How Long You Need to Drive in Winter to Recharge Your Car Battery

How Long You Need to Drive in Winter to Recharge Your Car Battery

In winter, drivers often notice a puzzling situation: yesterday the car started without any trouble, but today the starter barely turns over.

Chinese Experts Question “Absolute Safety” of Solid-State Batteries Amid Market Hype

Chinese Experts Question “Absolute Safety” of Solid-State Batteries Amid Market Hype

In December 2025, discussions in China intensified over the safety of solid-state batteries (SSBs).

Tesla Bets Big on Battery Manufacturing in Germany

Tesla Bets Big on Battery Manufacturing in Germany

Tesla has resumed work on launching battery production at its Grünheide plant in Brandenburg.