The decline in lithium carbonate prices has hindered the cost advantage of sodium-ion batteries, causing delays in commercial production. Despite challenges, companies are actively working on research and cost reduction efforts. The industry faces obstacles in achieving economies of scale and competing with lead-acid and lithium batteries. However, leading companies are still investing in sodium batteries for electric vehicles and energy storage, predicting rapid development by 2026. With advancements in technology and cost reduction, sodium batteries are expected to become a significant player in the battery market. Although the industry faces uncertainties, there is optimism for the future of sodium batteries with continued investment and technological advancements.

SAIC IM Motors CEO Liu Tao announced the "Lightyear Solid-State Battery" for IM L6, offering 30% more power and 1000 km range. Developed with Qingtao Energy, it marks a breakthrough in solid-state battery technology, aiming for safer, faster-charging solutions in the new energy vehicle industry.

Under the ultimate game, solid-state batteries may become the new focus of the new energy sector for the new year. On March 3, Foton Motor announced that the company will collaborate with Funeng Technology, leveraging their respective leading advantages in the industry, to jointly promote the commercial vehicle market and the industrial chain development of semi-solid and solid-state batteries, generate scale effects, advance battery technology innovation, and establish a strategic alliance.

Fu Neng Technology: The first generation of semi-solid-state batteries has been installed in vehicles. Recently, Fu Neng Technology stated on the interactive platform that the company has a very sound roadmap for solid-state batteries. The first generation of semi-solid-state batteries has already been installed in vehicles. In the future, the company will gradually reduce the electrolyte and adjust the electrolyte formula to achieve the iteration of solid-state batteries. The company is also committed to research and development in the direction of solid-state batteries, while promoting the industrialization and engineering process of each new generation of products.