For years, lithium-ion batteries have been the boss, dethroning the lead batteries of yesteryear. But now, a new contender is stepping onto the scene, sure to redefine the future of electric sports cars. The development of solid-state batteries could be a major turning point for electric vehicles. Solid-state batteries represent a leap forward that could bridge the remaining gap between EVs and their fossil fuel counterparts. Although they are still in the developmental stages, their potential is electrifying. The exact timeline of their maturity remains uncertain, but one thing is clear: these batteries might just be the game-changer we’ve been waiting for.
The world is hurtling toward an electrified future, with massive investments pouring into EVs from every corner. Car manufacturers are abandoning internal combustion engines to dedicate their resources to EV development. The stage is set for a transformation, and solid-state batteries could be the star of the show.
Ilika plc (LON:IKA) is a pioneer in solid state battery technology enabling solutions for applications in Industrial IoT, MedTech, Electric Vehicles and Consumer Electronics.