KATHMANDU: MG is preparing a major technology upgrade for its future hybrid and electric vehicles with the introduction of the new Hybrid+ system and SolidCore semi-solid-state battery.
The Hybrid+ technology is currently being developed at MG’s engineering centre in Frankfurt, Germany, and is expected to debut in the upcoming MG S9 plug-in hybrid.
The system features an electric turbo capable of spinning up to 70,000 rpm, improving both performance and efficiency while delivering smoother power between the petrol engine and electric motor.
MG has also introduced a digital damping technology that uses sensors and electric motors to reduce engine vibrations.
The system actively cancels vibrations, making the vehicle quieter and more comfortable while improving overall efficiency. A larger 1.83 kWh battery will support the new hybrid setup.
Alongside hybrid advancements, MG is preparing a new semi-solid-state battery called SolidCore, which is expected to debut in a higher variant of the MG4 electric hatchback in Europe later this year.
The battery uses around 95 percent solid material and only 5 percent liquid, allowing higher energy density, longer driving range, and faster charging performance.
According to MG, the new battery also offers improved safety. Even under extreme testing conditions such as crushing or drilling, it does not catch fire or produce sparks, reducing the risk of thermal runaway commonly seen in conventional lithium-ion batteries.
