BMW still betting on solid-state batteries

Sales of battery-electric vehicles have begun to accelerate and, by some estimates could account for as much as half of the U.S. automotive market by 2030. But not everyone is convinced, skeptics pointing to their higher cost, limited

Solid-state batteries have been hailed as the “holy grail” of electric vehicle (EV) batteries, but what exactly are they all about?  To answer that, we first need to look at how electric vehicles work.  Electric vehicles, also known

Ilika’s recent £24.7m fundraise is further evidence that the investor community is backing Ilika in its pursuit to design superior batteries using our solid state technology. Solid state batteries (SSB) are sometimes described as the Holy Grail in

Solid state batteries are widely expected to provide a future alternative to conventional liquid-based lithium ion batteries with key benefits: Eco-friendly and safe High energy density per mass and volume High cycle count Fast charge Able to operate

Solid-state batteries promise to prove safer and longer lasting than conventional batteries. Now companies suggest they may commercialize solid-state batteries in the next five years for use in electric “hypercars” and power grids. Conventional batteries supply electricity via