Supercharged LFP battery with 249-mile range and 10-minute charge

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【Summary】Chinese battery giant CATL has developed a new EV battery called Shenxing, which can offer a 249-mile range with just a 10-minute charge. The battery, which utilizes super electronic network cathode technology and nano-crystallized LFP cathode material, also claims to have a range of over 435 miles on a single full charge.

FutureCar Staff Aug 23, 2023 6:28 AM PT

Supercharged LFP battery with 249-mile range and 10-minute charge

Chinese battery manufacturer CATL has introduced a new electric vehicle (EV) battery called Shenxing, which boasts a 400km (249 miles) driving range with a 10-minute charge. The battery, which utilizes super electronic network cathode technology and fully nano-crystallised LFP cathode material, is also claimed to have a range of over 700km (435 miles) on a single full charge. CATL, a supplier to Tesla, Toyota, and VW, believes that this new battery will significantly alleviate fast charging anxiety for EV users and usher in an era of superfast charging.

Shenxing combines superfast charging, high energy density, and a high level of safety, setting new standards in the battery industry. It allows for charging at low temperatures and can charge to an 80% state of charge in 10 minutes at room temperature. Even in temperatures as low as -10°C, it claims to enable a 0-80% charge in just 30 minutes while maintaining uncompromised acceleration performance. Dr. Wu Kai, chief scientist of CATL, emphasized the importance of making advanced technology accessible to all EV consumers and enabling everyone to benefit from innovation.

The mass production of Shenxing is expected to begin by the end of 2023, with electric vehicles equipped with this battery hitting the market in the first quarter of next year. Toyota, another major player in the EV and battery industry, has also been working on its own battery innovations. Their plans include long-range battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and all-solid-state batteries, which are known for their cost-effective, fast, and safe charging capabilities.

Toyota's battery technology has the potential to deliver a range of around 1,200km (746 miles) with a quick charge time of 10 minutes or less. Further advancements could improve the cruising range by 50% to 1,500km (932 miles). The company is currently developing a method for mass production and aims to commercialize this technology by 2027/2028.

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