CATL, a leading battery manufacturer, is launching sodium-ion batteries in electric vehicles (EVs) in 2026, aiming for a range of over 370 miles. This new technology offers a more efficient and sustainable solution for EVs, with the potential to reduce production costs and increase energy density. According to Electrek, CATL's sodium-ion batteries will begin launching in passenger EVs later this year, marking a significant milestone in the development of more sustainable EV batteries.

Kodali, a Chinese company, plans to invest 1.2 billion yuan in the fourth phase of its Jiangsu lithium battery precision structural components project. The project aims to improve the company's production capacity and meet customer demands for high-quality lithium battery components. As reported by 36氪, the investment will be used to purchase land, construct factory buildings, and acquire production lines, with an expected annual output value of approximately 20 billion yuan.

CATL's CTO has discussed the impact of super-charging on batteries, claiming that the company can balance the damage with its new technology. According to 36氪Web, CATL's CTO stated that super-charging can damage batteries, but the company has developed a solution to mitigate this issue. The CTO also mentioned that CATL is working on a new battery that can be fully charged in 7 minutes, competing with BYD's similar technology. 36氪Web provides more information on CATL's latest developments in battery technology.