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Solid Power begins solid-state battery pilot before testing with Ford and BMW in late 2022

Electrek

EV-scale solid-state battery cells have come one step closer to reality in Louisville, Colorado, where Solid Power announced it will begin pilot manufacturing of solid-state cells. The post Solid Power begins solid-state battery pilot before testing with Ford and BMW in late 2022 appeared first on Electrek.

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Solid Power now producing large form factor 22-layer 20 Ah solid-state cells, pathway to full automotive performance compliance

Green Car Congress

Solid Power, a developer of all solid-state batteries for electric vehicles, announced that its Louisville, Colo. Solid Power’s sulfide-based all solid-state lithium metal batteries are manufactured using lithium-ion industry standard processes and automated equipment. Every cell that Solid Power produces is free of any liquid or gel.

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CATL’s $5B North American battery production plans land in U.S., several sites being vetted

Teslarati

Contemporary Amperex Technology Co (CATL) said in March 2021 that it would invest $5 billion into potential electric vehicle battery cell manufacturing sites in North America. CATL is now in talks to serve BMW AG and Ford Motor Company. Talks are currently ongoing, according to two anonymous sources.

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Road Test: 2022 Lincoln Corsair PHEV Grand Touring AWD

Clean Fleet Report

Built in Louisville, Kentucky, this small SUV is both the entry level and the most efficient Lincoln. Road Test: 2020 BMW X3 xDrive30e. In addition, we are often invited to manufacturer events highlighting new vehicles or technology. The Corsair–hiding in plain sight. Story and photos by John Faulkner. [

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Obama Administration launches series of actions to accelerate EV adoption; inc. $4.5B in loan guarantees, pursuing 350 kW fast charge

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Promote a robust market for vehicle manufacturers, utilities, equipment service providers, and support industries that ensures a consistent user experience, customer choice, and allows for a streamlined permitting process. Enhance American manufacturing competitiveness, innovation, and the development of advanced technology.

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