BYD's chief scientist, Lian Yubo, announced that solid-state EV batteries have entered a "critical stage" during a seminar. This development is significant for the battery industry as solid-state batteries have the potential to replace traditional lithium-ion batteries with improved safety, energy density, and charging speeds. According to Lian Yubo, the critical stage indicates that solid-state batteries are nearing mass production. This news is crucial for the EV market, as it could lead to more efficient and safer batteries. Electrek

CATL has partnered with Guangzhou transit to accelerate battery swap technology. This deal is a significant step forward for CATL's battery swap push, as it will enable the company to expand its services to more cities. The partnership will allow Guangzhou transit to use CATL's battery swap technology, which can significantly reduce the time it takes to charge electric vehicles. This development is essential for the adoption of electric vehicles, as it addresses one of the primary concerns: charging time. CnEVPost

BMW and Rimac Technology have collaborated on a new high-voltage battery for the BMW i7. The new battery, known as the Gen6 battery, utilizes cylindrical cells and has a 20% higher energy density than previous models. This development is significant for the EV market, as it could lead to more efficient and longer-range electric vehicles. The BMW i7 is set to debut on April 22nd at concurrent events in the US and China. CleanTechnica