Automotive World 2026: Batteries, Charger-related Technologies BorgWarner LFP battery packs, Yazaki charging wire harnesses, and more Summary Battery-related exhibits (BorgWarner, Tokyo Cosmos Electric, NGK Insulators) Charger-related products and measuring equipment (Yazaki, Nabtesco, Anritsu) Engineering services (Persol Cross Technology, TCS, SolutionX, NST) The concurrent Automotive World and NEPCON Japan expos were held January 21 - 23, 202...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/03/10

4 China's installed capacity of drive batteries (2025)   In 2025, the capacity of batteries installed for drive applications increased by 40.4% y/y to 769.7GWh. Of this total, ternary batteries accounted for 144.1GWh (18.7% of the total), up 3.7% from the previous year, and lithium iron phosphate (LFP) batteries accounted for 625.3GWh (81.2% of the total), up 52.9% from the previous year.   The following is a summary of the top 10 companies ran...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/02/19

manner. As a result, commercial operations are already viable in applications where economic feasibility can be ensured.   For BEVs, in particular emphasis is placed on:   •    Long-term durability (designed for approximately 10 years of use)  •    Safety - for example through the use of LFP batteries with enhanced fire stability  •    High energy efficiency   are particularly emphasised in BEVs, and this is reflected in the eAct...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/01/22

rting from THB 399,990 (exclusive to the first 2,000 reservations), the EX2 is available in Pro and Max variants, both with overall dimensions of (LWH) 4,135 × 1,805 × 1,580 mm and a 2,650 mm wheelbase. Power comes from an electric motor producing 85 kW and 150 Nm of torque, paired with a durable LFP battery that delivers up to 395 km of driving range (NEDC). The model supports DC fast charging, taking the battery from 30% to 80% in about 25 mi...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/01/16

t to fruition, especially given the enacted tariffs by the Trump administration.   Tesla has secured a $4.3 billion agreement with LG Energy Solution and will supply Tesla with U.S.-made lithium iron phosphate batteries to reduce dependance from Chinese suppliers. It will be a three-year supply of LFP batteries. LG Solutions will manufacture the batteries at its Michigan factory to supply Tesla’s energy storage from August 1st 2027 to July 31s...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2026/01/14

ct EVs, such as Japan, Asian countries, and the UK. (Reference News) JMS 2025: Honda debuts prototype of Honda 0 α and Super-ONE compact EV BYDRacco (Sea Otter) BEV prototype The BYD (BYD Auto Co. Ltd.) Racco is scheduled for release in summer 2026. It is equipped with a lithium iron phosphate (LFP) Blade battery. Two types are planned: short-range and long-range. (Reference News) JMS 2025: BYD exhibits 13 models including the world premiere ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/12/26

rom entering the occupant compartment and ensures occupant safety.   For thermal management, the NCM battery pack uses a large, 7.8m2 double-sided liquid-cooled structure. In addition, the sides of the cells are filled with aerogel to provide heat insulation. The blade-type lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery pack is equipped with a large area of aerogel, 7.7m2, and a 2m2 bottom liquid cooling plate.   All models in the SU7 Ultra and YU7 serie...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/12/23

BYD: PHEV (Dm-i) electric powertrain (Blade battery)   BYD Auto Co. Ltd. (BYD) introduced the blade battery as part of a technical exhibit for its DM-i (Dual Mode Intelligence) electric powertrain platform for PHEVs, which is installed in the BYD Sealion 6.   The Blade battery is a highly durable LFP (lithium-ion iron phosphate) battery in plate form, and BYD does not create units such as battery modules; instead, it lays the batteries out acro...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/12/11

Mahindra BE6 e-SUV displayed at the FEV booth (34th Aachen Colloquium Sustainable Mobility, organized by © Aachener Kolloquium Fahrzeug- und Motorentechnik GbR, Photo: Copyright © MarkLines Co., Ltd. All rights reserved)  The project included the development of a new Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) battery system, available in two variants: 59 kWh and 79 kWh, enabling a driving range of up to 682 km and supporting fast charging from 20–80%...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/12/02

ril 2024, the company announced that 100% of existing ICE vehicles will be HEVs by 2030 and that development of a large 3-seating row BEV SUV will be discontinued. No changes have been reported to the plans for the three battery plants in the USA (two SK joint venture plants and its own plant using LFP technology licensed from CATL), but production is likely to be reduced due to current demand. In Europe, production of battery pack assemblies beg...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/12/01

eel drive (RWD) is adopted as the drive system. The power source is a permanent magnet synchronous motor (PMSM). Maximum speed is 120km/h, maximum output is 150kW, and maximum torque is 340Nm.   It will be an e-Platform that uses BYD's proprietary blade battery (lithium-ion iron phosphate battery (LFP)) and employs Cell to Chassis (CTC) configuration. The driving range is 250km (equivalent to WLTC mode). The rated voltage is 354V and the total p...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/11/21

in the table below. The table can be scrolled left and right. Location Battery Materials Annual production quantity (tons/year) Expected SOP Arizona Electrolytes 100,000 Q4 2028 Texas Electrolytes 300,000 Q2 2026 – Q2 2027 CNT slurry 50,000 Q1 2027 NMP purification 50,000 Q1 2027 LFP cathode materials 50,000 Q1 2028 Tennessee VC additive materials 10,000 Q3 2027 DTD additive materials 2,000 Q3 2027 Electrolytes 100,000 Q1...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/11/07

planned annual production capacity for the first phase is 15GWh.   Gotion High-Tech Co., Ltd. (Gotion High-tech) focused on exhibiting next-generation battery technology, highlighting high energy density and fast charging characteristics.   The energy density of the exhibited G Current batteries (LFP/LMFP) reaches 185Wh/kg, with a cell capacity of 120Ah and a cycle life of over 3,000 cycles. It can charge to 80% capacity in 9.8 minutes and is c...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/09/29

ured in the Second models of the "Ye" Series of EVs for the Chinese market, the "GAC Honda GT" and "Dongfeng Honda GT," which were first unveiled at the Auto Shanghai in April 2025. Both models utilize a high-efficiency platform co-developed with CATL and are equipped with a lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery. Additionally, Honda has integrated DeepSeek, the AI platform that provides in-vehicle support. DeepSeek is also available via OTA (Over ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/09/03

ufacturing and research facility for EV battery testing and advanced materials. This strategic investment is planned over the next 10 years.   Epsilon Group, along with its subsidiaries Epsilon Advanced Materials and Epsilon CAM Pvt. Ltd. will manufacture graphite anode and lithium iron phosphate (LFP) Cathode battery materials while Inspire Energy Research Center Pvt. Ltd. will focus on R&D, testing, and training.   The plan includes an invest...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/08/27

  The Tesla Cybertruck uses 48V instead of the conventional 12V for many of its electrical components, thereby reducing the current and reducing the weight of the harness while still being able to handle high power devices.   The 48V battery is a battery pack made up of laminated iron phosphate (LFP) type cells. Steer-by-wire, thermal management system, in-vehicle computers   The Tesla Cybertruck uses a steer-by-wire (SBW) system in which t...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/08/19

mpany CMA CGM established, and will be produced at Renault’s Sandouville Plant in France. All models are based on an all-electric skateboard platform, featuring a rear-mounted motor. The NMC (nickel-manganese-cobalt) long-range battery version offers a range (WLTP mode) of up to 450 km, while the LFP (lithium iron phosphate) standard-range battery version delivers a range of 350 km. All three models are scheduled to be released in 2026. Specifi...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/08/08

rump's USD 3.4 trillion tax cut bill passed into law, preserving a key battery production tax credit that was eliminated under the House of Representatives version. Ford plans to open a battery plant, which is now under construction, in Marshall, Michigan in 2026 with an annual capacity of 20GWh of LFP batteries for EVs. Battery cells will receive a USD 35 per kWh tax incentive, while modules will receive a USD 10 per kWh tax incentive. Japan   ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/07/28

assis. This architecture will cover MPVs, SUVs and sedans, three new energy technology lines - BEV, PHEV and range extender EV - as well as front-wheel, rear-wheel and four-wheel drive systems.   The Buick brand has collaborated with Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Ltd. (CATL) to release a 6C LFP ultra fast charging battery that, when combined with a 900V high voltage platform, delivers a charging output of up to 640kW. A 10-minute charge a...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/06/30

esting" class="center-block img-responsive" src="/statics/report/img/ja/rep2865_017.jpg" /> A Eliiy Power Co., Ltd. battery pack is installed under the floor of the light truck "Carry" to convert it into an electric vehicle.BEV light truck demonstration testing Battery adopted is the Eliiy Power LFP battery   The e-ACCESS, an Indian-made EV scooter, has been on sale in India since April 2025 and is the first of Suzuki's BEV global strategi...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2025/06/27