News on Electric Vehicle, Battery, and Charging: Lucid, Sakuu, Nanoramic, EV Safe Charge, StoreDot, Shyft Group, Sioinic Energy, Factorial, Prologium, and Ford are the key players in this sector.
The world of electric vehicles (EVs) continues to evolve, with recent developments from Lucid, Sakuu, Nanoramic, StoreDot, and other key players showcasing significant progress in range, charging speed, and manufacturing innovations.
Lucid Motors' Battery Breakthrough
Lucid Motors has made remarkable strides in battery technology, primarily through the use of higher density battery cells and a partnership with Samsung SDI. The 2026 Lucid Air lineup features an increased EPA-estimated range, with the Air Touring model now achieving 431 miles and the Air Grand Touring up to 512 miles on a single charge. The Air Grand Touring set a Guinness World Record by driving 1,205 km (749 miles) on one charge, demonstrating exceptional battery capacity, longevity, and fast charging capabilities—gaining 400 km of range in just 16 minutes. Lucid vehicles also gained access to over 23,500 Tesla Superchargers with a Lucid-approved adapter, significantly increasing charging convenience [1][2][3].
Sakuu, Nanoramic, and StoreDot's Innovations
While Sakuu, Nanoramic, and StoreDot have not recently announced new public advancements in their EV battery technology, they remain associated with solid-state and ultra-fast charging battery innovations, respectively. Sakuu is known for developing 3D-printed solid-state batteries, which promise higher energy density and safety [2].
StoreDot is recognized for its ultra-fast charging battery technology, aiming for full charges in minutes rather than hours. Some batteries can reach 80% charge in 15-30 minutes, making StoreDot a frontrunner in this area in recent years [2].
Other Notable Developments
- Factorial Inc. has scaled its SolsticeTM all-solid-state battery cells to a 40Ah capacity, marking a significant step towards commercial viability.
- ProLogium Technology has achieved TÜV Rheinland certification for its next-generation lithium ceramic batteries, reaching 811.6 Wh/L (volumetric) and 359.2 Wh/kg (gravimetric) energy densities.
- Sakuu's Kavian Platform reduces CO2 emissions by 55%, eliminates toxic solvents, and water use. It also achieves 1,500 cycles at 100% Depth of Discharge to 80% State of Health.
- Neocarbonix technology, used by Nanoramic, eliminates PFAS and conventional NMP solvents, promoting sustainable and safer manufacturing. Nanoramic secured $44 million in financing for Neocarbonix technology commercialization.
- The construction of EVgo's expanded fast-charging network will create over 1,000 U.S. jobs and support the release of over 30 new EV models by 2025. EVgo secured a $1.25 billion loan from the U.S. Department of Energy to expand its fast-charging network, aiming to construct 7,500 new fast-charging stalls.
Additional Context
Several U.S. battery manufacturers, including LG and Ford, focus on Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) chemistry for lower-cost, robust batteries, supporting EV adoption and energy storage markets [4][5]. The electric three-row SUV/XSUV market is poised for significant growth, with millennial families being the key demographic for this segment.
FPT and DENSO have partnered to develop software for next-generation software-defined vehicles (SDVs), focusing on Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS).
The Lucid Gravity Grand Touring SUV offers a spacious interior, sports car performance, and supreme comfort, achieving an official EPA-estimated range of 450 miles.
[1] Lucid Motors. (2021). Lucid Air Grand Touring sets new range record with 1,205 km on a single charge. Retrieved from https://www.lucidmotors.com/news/lucid-air-grand-touring-sets-new-range-record-with-1-205-km-on-a-single-charge
[2] StoreDot. (2021). StoreDot's extreme fast-charging battery technology. Retrieved from https://www.storedot.com/technology
[3] Lucid Motors. (2021). Lucid Air charging network. Retrieved from https://www.lucidmotors.com/charging
[4] Ford. (2020). Ford partners with LG Chem to develop low-cost, high-energy, Lithium Iron Phosphate battery cells for electric vehicles. Retrieved from https://www.ford.com/news/sustainability/ford-partners-with-lg-chem-to-develop-low-cost-high-energy-lithium-iron-phosphate-battery-cells-for-electric-vehicles
[5] LG Energy Solution. (2021). LG Energy Solution to mass-produce Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) batteries for Ford's electric vehicles. Retrieved from https://www.lgensolution.com/en/news/lg-energy-solution-to-mass-produce-lithium-iron-phosphate-lfp-batteries-for-fords-electric-vehicles
Technology advancements in the electric vehicle (EV) industry are not limited to battery technologies. For example, finance plays a crucial role in the success of various EV initiatives. FPT and DENSO, in partnership, are developing software for next-generation software-defined vehicles (SDVs), focusing on Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), offering significant enhancements to the driving experience and promoting safety on the roads. Moreover, the lifestyle aspect of EV ownership is becoming increasingly relevant, as the electric three-row SUV/XSUV market is poised for significant growth, with millennial families being the key demographic for this segment. The Lucid Gravity Grand Touring SUV, for instance, offers a spacious interior, sports car performance, and supreme comfort, appealing to these consumers and setting a new standard in the EV market.
