Electromobility / solid-state battery
Double the range with a shorter charging time
Toyota wants to launch a new electric vehicle in Japan in 2022. A solid-state battery is to be used as the energy storage system for the model, which should enable an increased range with a reduced charging time.
Toyota wants to launch an electric car equipped with solid-state batteries on the Japanese market in five years' time. The model is based on a new platform and, thanks to the use of energy storage technology, should achieve a significantly increased range with a shorter charging time. Solid-state batteries use solid electrolytes, which are in a liquid state in lithium-ion batteries. They can be easily adapted to different shapes, do not pose a fire hazard and have a longer service life. According to Toyota, it is working on the development of the solid-state battery with the aim of marketing it after 2020. Other car manufacturers, such as BMW, are also working on the development and are planning production within the next ten years.
In addition to the development of the fuel cell and plug-in hybrid drive, the Japanese car manufacturer is also working on long-range electric cars with battery operation. Toyota recently announced that it would be producing electric cars in China from 2019, initially with conventional lithium-ion batteries.
Toyota is thus further expanding its experience in the field of battery research and production. The manufacturer wants to close the gap with other producers of e-cars, as battery-powered cars enjoy a worldwide reputation as an emission-free alternative to conventional cars.
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