Race for All-Solid-State EV Batteries Heats Up with New Samsung SDI/BMW/Solid Power Partnership

All-solid-state batteries (ASSBs) 'are widely viewed as the 'holy grail' of EV battery tech,' writes Electrek, 'promising to double driving range, halve charging times, and reduce costs.' Toyota hopes to launch its first production EV powered by the batteries in 2027 or 2028, and Mercedes-Benz and Volkswagen are also testing the technology.


But now Samsung SDI is teaming up with BMW and US-based battery company Solid Power for their own effort at commercializing all-solid-state EV batteries 'in what's expected to be a trilateral powerhouse.'

BMW and Solid Power have been working together to develop the next-gen battery tech since 2022...
Under the new agreement signed this week, Samsung will supply all-solid-state battery cells. Samsung will use Solid Power's Sulfide-Based Solid Electrolyte solution, while BMW will develop the battery pack and modules.

The strategic alliance aims to take the lead in commercializing all-solid-state batteries (ASSBs). Together, they've created a real-world system for producing ASSB cells, pooling their expertise in batteries, automaking, and materials to bring it closer to mass production. Solid Power's electrolyte solution is designed for stability and maximum conductivity. By teaming up with BMW and Samsung SDI, the company said it aims to bring all-solid-state batteries closer to widespread adoption.

'By pooling resources, BMW, Samsung SDI, and Solid Power have a real shot...' argues Electrek.

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