Chery, a leading automotive company, has set its sights on transforming the electric vehicle (EV) industry with its groundbreaking all-solid state battery technology. During the Chery Global Innovation Conference, the company unveiled its ambitious plan to launch these cutting-edge batteries by 2026, marking a significant milestone in electric mobility.
With an unwavering commitment to innovation, Chery aims to achieve an impressive energy density of 400 Wh/kg this year, which will be further enhanced to 600 Wh/kg by 2025. The application of these state-of-the-art batteries in Chery’s EVs is slated for 2026, with initial batch production anticipated in 2027. These all-solid state batteries promise to provide EVs with an astounding range of 1500 km, revolutionizing the way we think about electric transportation.
Additionally, Chery introduced the Kunpeng battery brand, which encompasses three distinct series of batteries. Notably, all three series are capable of charging at an exceptional rate of 6C, enabling a remarkable range increase of 400 km in just five minutes. These batteries, under the Kunpeng brand, represent the latest advancements in battery technology and will undoubtedly elevate Chery’s electric vehicle offerings.
The square lithium iron phosphate series caters to EVs with a range of 200-600 km and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) and extended-range electric vehicles (EREVs) with an all-electric range of 100-200 km. These batteries support charging rates ranging from 1C to 6C and can withstand extreme ambient temperatures ranging from -30°C to 65°C.
For EVs with extended ranges of 600-800 km and PHEVs/EREVs with all-electric ranges of 150-300 km, the square ternary series comes into play. With an energy density of 140-200 Wh/kg and the ability to handle charging rates from 2C to 6C, these batteries offer exceptional performance even in temperatures as low as -40°C.
Finally, Chery presents the large cylindrical series, tailored to EVs with impressive ranges of 700-1200 km and PHEVs/EREVs with all-electric ranges of 150-300 km. Supporting charging rates from 2C to 6C, this series complements vehicles that require robust power and longevity.
The Kunpeng series, boasting a lifespan of over 3,000 charging cycles, incorporates innovative multi-section energy-absorbing design technology, ensuring rapid directional pressure relief within one second. Furthermore, Chery showcased the durability of their batteries by demonstrating that a cell with a cut corner could still function flawlessly.
As Chery continues to push the boundaries of electric mobility, it is anticipated that the Kunpeng battery series will gradually make their way into Chery’s lineup of NEVs (New Energy Vehicles). In September alone, Chery achieved remarkable NEV sales surpassing 60,000 units, out of a total of 244,534 vehicles sold. Chairman Yin Tongyue aims to further increase NEV sales to 80,000 units this month and an impressive 100,000 units by the end of the year.
As a testament to the industry’s forward momentum, the recent announcement by the SAIC General Motors joint venture, regarding the adoption of 6C batteries from 2025, indicates the growing recognition of the immense potential solid-state battery technology holds for the future of electric vehicles.
Chery’s unwavering dedication to research and development sets the stage for a new era of electric transportation, where range anxiety becomes a thing of the past. By harnessing the power of all-solid state battery technology, Chery is propelling EVs toward a greener, more sustainable future.
FAQ Section:
1. What is Chery’s groundbreaking technology in the electric vehicle industry?
Chery is pioneering the use of all-solid state battery technology in electric vehicles (EVs). This technology promises to revolutionize electric mobility by providing EVs with a range of 1500 km.
2. When does Chery plan to launch these cutting-edge batteries?
Chery plans to launch the all-solid state batteries in its EVs by 2026, with initial batch production expected in 2027.
3. What is the energy density target Chery aims to achieve?
Chery aims to achieve an energy density of 400 Wh/kg this year, with a further enhancement to 600 Wh/kg by 2025.
4. What is Chery’s brand for the new batteries?
Chery has introduced the Kunpeng battery brand, which encompasses three distinct series of batteries.
5. What is the charging rate and range increase provided by the Kunpeng batteries?
All three series of Kunpeng batteries can charge at a rate of 6C, enabling a range increase of 400 km in just five minutes.
6. What are the different series of Kunpeng batteries and their supported ranges?
Chery offers the square lithium iron phosphate series (range: 200-600 km), the square ternary series (range: 600-800 km), and the large cylindrical series (range: 700-1200 km).
7. Can these batteries withstand extreme temperatures?
Yes, the square lithium iron phosphate series can withstand temperatures ranging from -30°C to 65°C, while the square ternary series can perform in temperatures as low as -40°C.
8. How many charging cycles can the Kunpeng batteries handle?
The Kunpeng series has a lifespan of over 3,000 charging cycles.
9. How has Chery performed in terms of NEV sales?
In September alone, Chery achieved NEV sales of over 60,000 units, out of a total of 244,534 vehicles sold. Chairman Yin Tongyue aims to increase NEV sales to 80,000 units this month and 100,000 units by the end of the year.
10. What does the recent announcement by the SAIC General Motors joint venture indicate?
The announcement by the SAIC General Motors joint venture regarding the adoption of 6C batteries from 2025 demonstrates the growing recognition of the potential of solid-state battery technology in the future of electric vehicles.
Definitions:
– Chery: A leading automotive company that is pioneering all-solid state battery technology in the electric vehicle industry.
– All-solid state battery: A type of battery technology that uses solid electrodes and a solid electrolyte, offering advantages such as higher energy density and improved safety compared to traditional lithium-ion batteries.
– Energy density: The amount of energy that can be stored in a battery per unit mass or volume.
– EV: An abbreviation for electric vehicle, a vehicle that is powered by one or more electric motors and runs on electricity stored in a battery.
– NEV: An abbreviation for New Energy Vehicle, a term often used in China to refer to electric and hybrid vehicles.
– Lithium iron phosphate: A type of lithium-ion battery chemistry that is known for its safety, durability, and ability to withstand extreme conditions.
– Ternary: Referring to a lithium-ion battery chemistry that typically uses a combination of nickel, manganese, and cobalt in the cathode material.
– C: Charging rate expressed in terms of the battery’s capacity. For example, 6C means the battery can be charged at a rate six times its capacity.
– Range anxiety: The fear or concern of running out of battery power while driving an EV, typically due to limitations in the vehicle’s range.
– SAIC: An abbreviation for Shanghai Automotive Industry Corporation, a Chinese state-owned automotive manufacturing company.
– General Motors: A major American multinational corporation that designs, manufactures, markets, and distributes vehicles and vehicle parts.
