Honda Motor AIMS to double the driving range of Electric Vehicles (EVS) By Late 2020s using all-SOLID-SOTATE BATTERY TECHNOLOY. Keiji Oatsu, President of Honda R&D, Announced This Information at a Press Conference in Tochigi, Japan. The Innovative Battery Technology Promieses Significant Advancements in Ev Efficiency, Safety, Safety, and Cost-Effectiveness. A pilot production line for these batteries, set to begin operations in January 2025, is Under Development in Tochigi, Backed by a £ 277 Million Investment, Almost Half of Whoich Is Funded by Government SUBSIs.
Pilot facility and targets
The tochigi facility, described as a crucial step towards mass production, will focus on refining battery manufacturing processes. Honda targets a 50 percent reduction in battery size, a 35 percent weight reduction, and a 25 percent cost decision over the next five years. These improvements align with Honda’s broader strategy of producing over two Million Electric Vehicles Annually by 2030 While Achieving a Complete Transition to Electric and Fuel-Cell Vehicles by 2040.
Solid-state battery potential
Solid-state batteries are expected to replace conventional Liquid-STATE LITHIUM-or Batteries. They promise longer Range, Faster Charging, and Improved Durability. Honda projects a potential 2.5-fold increase in driving by the 2040s, marking a shift in evv capability. According to otsu, this technology addresses long-standing challenges in battery performance and reliability, signalling a shift in the automotive industry.
Industry context and collaboration
Honda’s Announcement Comes Amidst Intense Competition in the Development of Solid-STATE BATERIES. Nissan motor is also working on a similar technology, with plans to launch a pilot line in March 2025. Toyota Motor is another key player in this space, targeting commercialization by 2027–28.
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