KATHMANDU: Chery Automobile will host a technology-focused “Battery Night” event on March 18, where the company plans to present updates on its next-generation battery development, including solid-state battery technology for electric vehicles.
The automaker said it is developing a full solid-state battery and aims to introduce the technology in limited operational scenarios in 2026, with mass-market deployment targeted for 2027.
Solid-state batteries replace the liquid electrolyte used in conventional lithium-ion cells with solid materials, a design that could deliver higher energy density and improved thermal stability.
Chery indicated the technology may support an electric driving range of more than 1,500 km, although the testing standard was not specified.
The company introduced its Kunpeng Battery program at its 2024 Global Innovation Conference, bringing together the development of hybrid batteries, lithium-ion cells, and next-generation battery technologies.
Chery previously revealed a prototype solid-state battery module targeting an energy density of 600 Wh/kg as part of its long-term electrification roadmap.
However, detailed specifications such as battery capacity, charging architecture, cell chemistry, and supplier partnerships have not yet been disclosed.
