Overview
- FAW says the lithium‑rich manganese semi‑solid cell was developed with its China Automotive New Energy Battery unit and a Nankai University team led by Academician Chen Jun.
- The company reports installation in a vehicle, pairing cell energy density above 500 Wh/kg with a 142‑kWh pack that targets more than 1,000 kilometers under China’s CLTC protocol.
- CLTC range figures are typically higher than EPA ratings, indicating the stated number may not reflect comparable real‑world performance outside that test cycle.
- Other Chinese efforts include SAIC’s December claim of delivering a mass‑produced semi‑solid MG4 and Dongfeng’s cold‑weather testing of a solid‑state prototype touting 1,000+ kilometers CLTC.
- Industry reporting suggests limited production for solid and semi‑solid batteries could begin in 2027–2028 with broader mass production nearer 2030, including BYD’s reported 2027 target.