xt year. Rivian is adamant that the R2 will retain a USD 45,000 starting price as it will be built entirely in the U.S., avoiding the 25% auto tariffs on all imported vehicles and auto parts.  However, Rivian is still forced to import its battery cells. The Rivian partnered with LGES to supply the 4695 cells for the R2, initially with these cells being imported from Korea and incurring tariffs. However, Rivian expects to switch to LGES cells pro...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/13

rials plant in Tennessee. The NCMA (nickel, cobalt, manganese, aluminum) cathode materials produced in Tennessee plant are expected to be primarily used by Ultium Cells, though LG Chem’s cathode materials may also be used by GM in other EV projects. (LG Chem release on February 7, 2024) To supply 4695 cylindrical batteries for Rivian R2-On November 8, LG Energy Solution announced that LG Energy Solution Arizona, a fully owned subsidiary of LG E...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2025/04/17

and will debut in the European market, with launches expected in Q3 2024. According to multiple press releases dated February 24, NIO plans to build its first battery factory in Hefei, Anhui, with a planned annual capacity of 40GWh. The factory will produce batteries similar to Tesla’s 4680- and 4695-type large cylindrical batteries, and is expected to power about 400,000 long-range electric vehicles after going into operation. On February 24,...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/04/08

Samsung SDI starts mass producing 46-phi cylindrical batteries Samsung SDI Co., Ltd. (Samsung SDi) announced that it has started mass production of 46-phi cylindrical batteries. The company has become the first South Korean battery manufacturer to mass produce 46-phi cylindrical batteries. The company recently commenced production of 4695 cylindrical battery (46mm in diameter and 95mm in height) modules at its subsidiary in Vietnam. It produces 4...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/07

ule (IBCM) VCU vehicle control unit Wireless BMS (Battery Management System) 400/800V supercharge BMS (Battery Management System) Flash charging battery HEV battery Battery pack for HEVs Battery pack for commercial vehicles Batteries for range extender EV SSB 33 Ah SSB 30.3 Ah SIB - 118 Ah Cylinder 4695 - Gen2 33 Ah Cylinder 46115 - Gen1 Economic LFP 139 Ah Economic LMFP 167 Ah SFC-NCM 148 Ah BEV LFP 143 Ah - 1P198S Pack Vitalization Intelligent...

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technology and implement it in their cylindrical cell production lines, focusing on the large format 4680 family. StoreDot expects its cylindrical cells to deliver the same fast-charging performance as its prismatic and pouch cells, charging from 10-80% in just 10 minutes. The initial tests of the 4695-format show a projected cycle life of more than 1,000 charging cycles and an energy density above 800 Wh/L. The partnership will empower EV OEMs ...

News  Updated at: 2025/03/07

LG Energy Solution to join InterBattery 2025 in South Korea LG Energy Solution Co., Ltd. (LG Energy Solution) announced that it will participate in the InterBattery 2025 held in Seoul from May 5 to 7, 2025. The company will unveil its 46-diameter next-generation cylindrical battery lineup: the 4680, the 4695, and the 46120. They offer more than five times the energy capacity of the 21-mm diameter EV battery cells, measuring 21mm in diameter and 7...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/28

T: KRW -74,026 million (CY2023 Consolidated Results) - Sales Turnover: KRW 202,836 million, EBIT: KRW -4,231 million (CY2022 Consolidated Results) Cathode materials / plates for lithium-ion battery Korea Next Gen Mobility Technology Expo 2024 Daegu International Future Auto & Mobility Expo 2024 4695/21700 Jelly roll KY-4695 Cylindrical battery 21700 E-Scooter 48V Nominal 35Ah E-Bike 48.1V 20Ah Cylindrical lithium-ion battery with among the wo...

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StoreDot, Israel completes development of silicon-dominant 4695 cylindrical cells On January 21, StoreDot announced the successful development of silicon-dominant 4695 cylindrical cells, completing its lineup of EV battery cells across all major formats: pouch, prismatic, and cylindrical. The new 46xx cylindrical form factor, already used by major automakers, aims to transform the EV industry with faster charging and higher energy density. StoreD...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/24

between 47,000 to 49,000 vehicles, with delivery outlook of between 50,500 to 52,000 vehicles. Rivian continues to make progress constructing the facility expansion which will house the general assembly, body shop, and end of line for R2 launch in the first half of 2026 for which LGES will provide 4695 cylindrical batteries. On November 12, Rivian Chief Operations Officer, Javier Varela, confirmed that the expansion of its Normal, Illinois facto...

OEM Plants  Updated at: 2025/01/07

(902) million for the same period in 2023. On the same date, Rivian announced a strategic supply agreement with LG Energy Solution (LGES) to power its next-generation midsize electric vehicle platform, underpinning the company’s R2 midsize SUV. Under the terms of the agreement, LGES will provide 4695 cylindrical batteries for the upcoming R2 vehicle. Within the first year of production, the batteries are expected to be manufactured at LGES' Qu...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/09

LG Energy Solution to supply 4695 cylindrical batteries for Rivian R2 On November 8, LG Energy Solution announced that LG Energy Solution Arizona, a fully owned subsidiary of LG Energy Solution, has signed a long-term supply agreement to provide Rivian with its advanced 4695 cylindrical batteries for a period of more than five years, totaling 67 GWh. With a diameter of 46 mm and height of 95 mm, with over six times the capacity of the existing 21...

News  Updated at: 2024/11/09

PRE-charge resistors can be used to charge the DC-link capacitor with very high pulse energy in a very short time without extra energy Fast-closing switch designed for emergency shortcut to the fuel cell in case of a car accident to eliminate energy within milliseconds New battery pack with newest 4695 NMC cell technology with integrated Flexcooler. It fits into a variety of on- and off-highway applications and serves the aftermarket perfectly w...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2024/11/05

Kumyang to participate in Future Innovation Tech Expo in South Korea Several South Korean media sources reported that Kumyang Co., Ltd., a secondary battery manufacturer, would participate in the Future Innovation Tech Expo 2024 (FIX 2024) to be held in the Daegu Metropolitan City from October 23 to 26, 2024. In 2024, the company developed a 4695 cylindrical battery (46mm in diameter and 95mm in height) for the first time as a South Korean compa...

News  Updated at: 2024/10/23

ve a BEV sales ratio of more than 50% in 2030. As of 2024, the company has a total of 11 BEV models available, including 8 under the BMW brand, 2 MINIs, and 1 Rolls-Royce. The next-generation BEV Neue Klasse will be equipped with a dedicated platform and high-voltage 800V batteries (6th generation, 4695 batteries). Launch is scheduled in 2025, with six models planned by 2027. The company's policy for 6th generation cells is to procure cells from ...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2024/10/18

high-energy density batteries for BEVs BEI Safety: Maximizing battery safety and minimizing risk of fire/explosion for home and medical devices   Kumyang: Cylindrical lithium-ion rechargeable battery   Kumyang Co., Ltd. exhibited the world's largest capacity cylindrical lithium-ion battery, the 4695 model, and the standard 21700 model.   The cell capacity is 34Ah for the 4695 model and 5Ah for the 21700 model, and they are made of 97% Ni-sin...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2024/10/10

Product technology development 1) Lithium-ion batteries   In May 2023, according to press reports, LG Energy Solutions set up a dedicated team to develop the next generation of cylindrical batteries. Various derivative products have been developed based on the Type 4680 battery, including the Type 4695 battery. The new team has about 200 employees under the leadership of Ryu Deok-hyun, Vice-Chairman.   In January 2023, Korean media reported tha...

Market & Tech Reports  Updated at: 2024/07/25

se-based batteries, which have been effectively enhanced in energy density, safety, and fast charging and cycle performance with the use of manganese materials; the L300 and L600 batteries for passenger vehicles, which have been effectively enhanced in energy density by incorporating manganese; the 4695 and 46120 large cylindrical battery cells, which have a maximum energy density of 310Wh/kg and enable 15-minute super-fast charging; and the Qich...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2024/07/19

lans to develop a factory in the United States with a capacity of up to 2GWh. This supply agreement between Group14 and CustomCells is expected to exceed USD 300 million of the contract value to secure a substantial supply of SCC55 beyond 2030.  CustomCells integrates high silicon content into its 4695 cylindrical cells. It has also made high-performance prototype cells available to its customers, which have been very well received.  (Based on ...

News  Updated at: 2024/07/09

release on March 14, 2025) Samsung SDI Co., Ltd. (Samsung SDi) announced that it has started mass production of 46-phi cylindrical batteries. The company has become the first South Korean battery manufacturer to mass produce 46-phi cylindrical batteries. The company recently commenced production of 4695 cylindrical battery (46mm in diameter and 95mm in height) modules at its subsidiary in Vietnam. It produces 4695 cylindrical batteries at its pla...

Major Suppliers  Updated at: 2024/04/25